DALLAS—The March 14, 2013 – The Texas Division of McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., has promoted Ben Johanneman to vice president of operations for the Houston office. Johanneman is responsible for leading management and operations on projects. He will coordinate pre-construction strategy while also serving as the client interface.

Johanneman has worked with McCarthy for nearly 13 years and has extensive experience in the architecture, engineering and construction industries, with expertise in problem solving and process improvement, developing long-term goals into actionable strategy, team building, client relations and mentoring high potential employees.

“The ambition and passion Ben displays for his profession has been apparent from the beginning of his career,” said Mike McWay, McCarthy's Texas region president. “He has led some of the most challenging projects in the firm's history and his inherent leadership skills and dedication make him the perfect fit for vice president of operations.”