Meet JDB
An Exceptional Remodeling Experience
Jackson Design Build LLC was started in Seattle in 1999 by Leif and Sarah Jackson, and Leif's brother, Erik. Originally started as Jackson Remodeling, LLC, the Jackson brothers have a combined fifty years experience in the remodeling industry. In 2019, the Jackson's welcomed Josh Zautke as partner, who has been a valuable team member for the last 14 years.
Today, the firm consists of a team of excellent individuals in both the office and the field. The field is supported by an estimator, operations manager, production manager, and an in-house design team.
JDB has earned a reputation for doing quality work with a focus on honesty, reliability and service. We are proud recipients of twelve coveted REX awards for Remodeling EXcellence as well as three Merit awards.
Our clients are happy to tell you about their "exceptional remodeling experience" with JDB - call or email us for references.
THE JDB TEAM
JOSH ZAUTKE
Owner/General Manager
Favorite Tool: Micro-adjustable square & Microsoft Surface Pro
Favorite Food: Sushi
Fun Fact: I love gardening and dream of having land that I can farm someday.
ERIK JACKSON
Owner/Sales Manager
Favorite Tool: Mechanical pencil & a bookmark
Favorite Food: Lefse
Fun Fact: I was the youngest stockbroker on the West Coast when I passed my Series 7 exam.
LEIF JACKSON
Owner/President
Favorite Tool: Skis or fishing boat
Fun Fact: I am a volunteer Crystal Mountain ski patroller in the winter and an avid salmon fisherman in the summers at Westport, WA.
MOLLIE ZAUTKE
Operations Manager
Favorite Tool: Microsoft Excel
Favorite Food: Sushi
Fun Fact: When I'm not chasing after our two kids, you can find me crafting - knitting hats and stuffed animals are some of my favorites!
BONNIE SHEETS
Office Manager
Favorite Tool: Gardener's Trowel
Favorite Food: New Mexico Green Chile Enchiladas
Fun Fact: As an avid traveler, I have traveled through the Panama Canal and have collected rocks from all over the world - even from a castle in Ireland!
LISA PRICE
Design Manager
Favorite Tool: Paint brushes
Favorite Food: Soba noodle tofu & veggie stirfry
Fun Fact: I spent 18 months traveling the world after finishing my first BA.
REED MIDDLEMAN
Design Assistant
Favorite Tool: AutoCAD
Favorite Food: Butter Masala with Paneer & Garlic Naan
Fun Fact: I have been to 40 out of 50 states in the USA and love taking road trips around the country.
CHRIS MARTINDALE
Project Manager
Favorite Tool: Any framing or finish tools
Favorite Food: Cheeseburger
Fun Fact: I once jumped off a burning boat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
TREVOR QUINLAN
Lead Carpenter
Favorite Tool: Milwaukee 18V cordless Brad nailer
Favorite Food: Vegetarian Pizza (no meat!)
Fun Fact: I know most of the words to the Rocky Horror Picture Show soundtrack.
DOUG WILSON
Lead Carpenter
Favorite Tool: Starrett 6" Combination Square
Favorite Food: Smoked Brisket
Fun Fact: I have traveled to 22 different countries.
KEVIN O'BRIEN
Lead Carpenter
Favorite Tool: Framing hammer
Favorite Food: Tacos
Fun Fact: I have been climbing for about 20 years and once used to compete as a kid.
KAINAN JENNINGS
Laborer/Apprentice Carpenter
Favorite tool: Measuring tape
Favorite food: Pho (it has to be spicy!)
Fun Fact: I'm a Pisces.
KELVIN WINDER
Apprentice Carpenter
Favorite Tool: Framing nailer
Favorite Food: Ramen
Fun Fact: Baseball is my favorite sport!
CJ ABE
Apprentice Carpenter
Favorite Tool: Either a 21oz Hart Framing Hammer or Wear Kraftform Kompakt Pistol grip screwdriver
Favorite Food: Apples and peanut butter
Fun Fact: I like to go to thriftstores in search of the strangest items I can find!
The Jackson Design Build team
Our employees have chosen to make careers at Jackson Design Build because we treat them like the professionals they are, providing them with medical insurance, paid vacations and holidays, and a retirement plan. We foster a family environment, encouraging personal growth within the company and providing a rewarding work environment.
Our team is what makes us special. Our clients usually become friends with the carpenters assigned to their project. Though they are happy when the project is done, homeowners are often sad to see "their" carpenter move on. We take pride in our trade contractors (we don't call them "subs") as well, and have assembled a team of professionals who all uphold the same high standards.
7543 15th Avenue NW, Seattle 98117
