Who We Are

What started in the 1960’s has turned into a vibrant, family feel company that cherishes the chance to provide a quality life for our employees and clients.

Starting with safety and ending with a quality project, Socks Construction takes every step of the construction process seriously. We know from experience that the best projects are forged through hard work, due diligence and an obsessive attention to detail.

Our Mission

To continue our legacy of quality, innovation, and sustainable building solutions.

Socks Construction’s Leadership Team

  • John Socks Principal Owner and CEO

    John Socks

    CEO & Principal Owner

    With over 35 years of construction experience, John Socks has led Socks Construction since 2001. Through his leadership, Socks Construction has transformed from a small, family owned company into an industry leader in the Northern Michigan region.

  • David Socks CBO of Socks Copnstruction

    David Socks

    CBO & Principal Owner

    David Socks has over 25 years of construction experience and a B.S. in Marketing from Michigan State University. David is the visionary of Socks Construction as well as the head of investor relations.

  • Charlie Socks CSPO of Socks Construction

    Charlie Socks

    CSPO & Principal Owner

    Charlie Socks has over 25 years of construction experience. Charlie primarily works with local municipalities to ensure projects are moving forward.

  • Nate Kessler CFO

    Nate Kessler

    CFO - MBA in Finance

    Nate Kessler has been the CFO of Socks Construction since 2021. With over 10 years of experience in the finance sector as well as an MBA in Finance from the University of Detroit - Mercy, Nate is responsible for the financial health of Socks Construction.

  • Jim Rosa VP of Operations

    Jim Rosa

    VP of Operations

    Jim has been in Commercial Construction for over 40 years and has managed projects in Higher Education, Hospitality, Government / Military and for the last 17 year has been a principal for one of the nation’s largest Architectural firms overseeing the Construction Administration on several large and complex Medical Centers.