Founded on hard work, integrity, and commitment to people — built to last.
R. Chavez Construction was founded in 2012 by Roberto Chavez — a construction professional with more than 25 years of industry experience and a straightforward belief that great projects start with great people. What began as a concrete specialty operation has grown into a full-service commercial general contracting company with a team of experienced project managers, superintendents, and field leaders across every level of the organization.
We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with the State of Indiana and the City of Indianapolis. That certification is more than a credential — it's a procurement advantage for public school districts, municipalities, and state agencies that carry MBE participation requirements. When R. Chavez is your prime contractor, your diversity-spend goals are met at the contract level, not buried in a subcontractor tier.
Today, we serve K–12 school districts, higher education institutions, municipal agencies, non-profits, and commercial clients across Indiana. Every project gets the same standard: responsive communication, disciplined cost control, and accountability from start to finish.
Where We're HeadedWe are not a company coasting on past work. R. Chavez Construction is on a deliberate growth trajectory — expanding our project management team, building deeper relationships with school districts and design firms across Indiana, and developing the systems and capacity required to compete at a significantly higher level. The goal is simple: to be the institutional and commercial GC that Indiana owners and architects call first.
Roberto Chavez is the owner and founder of R. Chavez Construction, a company he established in 2012 built on the values of hard work, integrity, and commitment to people. With more than 25 years of experience in construction, he has built a reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and strong client relationships.
Roberto believes successful projects are driven by teamwork, accountability, and treating every job with the same care as if it were his own. As a leader, he fosters a positive work environment where respect, dedication, and pride in craftsmanship guide the company's work.
Outside of his professional life, Roberto is a proud father of four, and his family remains his greatest motivation.
Patrick was born and raised on the south side of Indianapolis and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force as a Security Forces member from 2004 to 2010, including three deployments to Iraq. After returning to Indiana, he began his construction career as a laborer and advanced through roles including foreman, superintendent, estimator, and personnel manager.
While working full-time, Patrick earned a degree in Organizational Leadership from the University of Indianapolis. From 2013 to 2024, he served as a Project Manager in multifamily construction, leading projects across Indiana, Cincinnati, and Colorado. In 2024, he joined R. Chavez Construction, bringing more than a decade of field operations and project management experience.
Patrick and his wife, Michelle, have been married since 2006 and have two daughters. As a family, they enjoy camping, boating, fishing, gardening, concerts, and time with friends.
Natalie is a construction professional with more than a decade of experience in commercial and multi-family projects. A graduate of Ball State University with a B.S. in Construction Management, she combines technical expertise with strong leadership and attention to detail. She joined R. Chavez Construction in 2026.
Raised near Muncie, Natalie serves on the Ball State Construction Management Advisory Board and the Delta Girls Softball board, where she coaches and mentors young athletes. She and her husband, John, are raising two children in the community they call home, and she is an active member of Union Chapel.
Grant is a Project Manager with more than a decade of commercial construction experience. A graduate of Purdue University with a bachelor's in Civil Engineering, he has worked across healthcare, education, retail, utilities, and government sectors.
Since beginning his career in 2012, Grant has built a strong foundation in field operations, technical problem-solving, and team collaboration. He joined R. Chavez Construction in 2023. He lives in Franklin Township with his wife, Krista, and their three children, and enjoys youth sports, hiking, biking, skiing, and travel.
Brian Chavez grew up in Indianapolis after relocating from Phoenix at a young age. A former multi-sport athlete, he developed a strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset that continues to guide his career.
Brian joined the company at 19 as a laborer, advancing into leadership roles. In 2020 he became a Superintendent and an early member of the General Contracting division. Through continued education in estimating, scheduling, and project management, he was named Lead Estimator and Concrete Division Manager in 2025. Outside work, he enjoys family time, quarter horses, and collegiate and professional sports.
Edgard Chavez is a Project Engineer who oversees field operations, manages crews, and ensures projects are completed safely and efficiently. He began with the company in 2014 as a laborer, developing expertise in concrete work, estimating, bid preparation, and project management.
A first-generation American raised in Indianapolis, Edgard enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve as an Intelligence Analyst in 2023 and holds the rank of Sergeant. Outside work, he enjoys reading, automotive projects, playing guitar, and soccer — and above all is a dedicated father who values discipline, growth, and legacy.
Ryleigh joined R. Chavez Construction in 2025, supporting daily operations with strong organization, professionalism, and attention to detail. She earned a degree in Business Management from The Ohio State University and began her career in construction equipment rental, helping open new store locations across the Midwest.
Originally from Delaware, Ohio, Ryleigh relocated to Indiana to pursue her passion for racehorses, and remains active in the quarter horse racing and rodeo community as a barrel racer. She's often accompanied by her dog, Noche, the office's favorite morale booster.
Tommy Thomas brings eight years of construction management experience and a strong background in field operations and project leadership. He has delivered multiple multi-family projects throughout the Indianapolis area with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
Originally from Cleveland, Texas, and raised in Texas and Zionsville, Tommy is a graduate of Zionsville High School and holds an OSHA-30 certification. Outside work, he enjoys time with his wife and daughter, Harper, as well as hunting, fishing, and hands-on projects.
With over 40 years in the trades, Ralph Hill brings deep industry knowledge, hands-on expertise, and proven leadership to projects of all sizes. Beginning his career framing homes in 1983, he built a diverse skill set spanning residential construction, mechanical work, cabinetry, and project supervision.
Ralph has worked with respected firms including Summit Construction, Superior Contractors, and Astropak Corporation, owned and operated a mechanic shop for 14 years, and founded Ralph Hill Construction. He also volunteers a great deal of his time at the local American Legion.
Taylor Thomas grew up in Willis, Texas, and in 2022 earned his degree in Construction Management with a minor in Construction Safety from Sam Houston State University. He gained hands-on experience as a laborer and equipment operator, advancing into Assistant Estimator and Assistant Foreman roles, and brings eight years of field experience.
In early 2026, he joined R. Chavez Construction as an Onsite Project Engineer and Assistant Superintendent. Outside work, he enjoys the outdoors with his fiancée and their pets, along with hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping.
Noche is Ryleigh's dog, quickly adopted by the office as a morale booster and enthusiasm coordinator. He loves to run, stretch, play, herd, and ask for back scratches.
We're growing and always looking for experienced, driven people who share our values.
