Relationships are at the heart of everything we do, and that includes building a team in an atmosphere that fosters trust, excellent performances, and happy employees. When our team thrives, we deliver better results for our clients!
We know that we are only as strong as the team we put together to deliver the work we do. Without the culture and values that seep into every aspect of our company, we couldn't be the best at what we do for you!
From who we are to the decisions we make, Pivotal works to complete every project to the highest degree of quality. The secret to our success is no secret: our People make the difference! Keep scrolling to learn more about our company, culture, and team members.
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Who we are
We are a core team of experts in our field with a passion for delivering the best commercial construction work in the area—but it’s not just about building pretty structures for us. Our team and company have a bigger mission than simply starting and completing projects.
We’re here to impact the area in positive ways and leave our clients feeling like they had the best experience possible with a construction company. We prioritize safety, excellent communication, competitive pricing, the highest quality construction (always), and simply being good citizens who leave a positive mark on the community and environment wherever we go.
WE KNOW THAT EVERY DECISION HAS AN IMPACT
VALUE OUR PEOPLE
Our employees are our most important asset. Therefore, we view safety as paramount to protecting our team members, and we strive for the well-being of everyone involved in a project. We also promote individual growth through education, respect, recognition, encouragement, and support. We value teamwork as a requirement for delivering outstanding results and understand that being a team player requires communication, trust, and fairness.
SEEK TO UNDERSTAND
We take the initiative to discover and understand our clients’ needs and align them with our contracted work to create value, develop innovative solutions, and deliver the vision they have in mind. Along the way, we’ll never suggest something that’s better for us than it is for you. Our goal is to build and maintain relationships by exceeding expectations with every project.
DO IT RIGHT
We don’t even consider the wrong way to finish a project. If it’s wrong, it’s not right for our clients. We commit to quality by empowering ourselves with knowledge of the industry, the latest technology, and the best approach to delivering what you need. In addition, we take ownership with confidence and integrity. Clear communication is key to your project’s success and it’s crucial to have complete transparency with all parties involved in the decision making and completion of the project.
Leadership Team
So, who are we? We’re the best in the business, but we’re more than “just” contractors, commercial construction workers, and project managers! To build good relationships, it’s important for clients to get to know our team. So, we hope you’ll take a few minutes to meet our people and learn a little about who we are and what we do for Pivotal Construction and our clients.
Matt Terlau
Chief Executive OfficerMatt Terlau
Matt Terlau brings over 25 years of construction experience, including more than 15 years in field leadership roles, providing a deep operational and practical foundation that shapes his leadership as Owner and CEO of Pivotal Construction. His extensive background as a superintendent gives him a strong command of constructibility, project sequencing, scheduling, cost control, estimating, and field operations, allowing him to lead projects with a comprehensive understanding of both day-to-day execution and overall project strategy.
Throughout his career, Matt has led a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial projects, including hospitality, industrial, multifamily, retail, restaurant, medical, tenant improvement, and structural steel construction. In addition to field leadership, he has significant experience in preconstruction and estimating, including conceptual budgeting, competitive bidding, scope analysis, subcontractor coordination, value engineering, and cost forecasting. His ability to evaluate project costs early in the process and align budgets with constructible solutions has been instrumental in delivering successful projects and maintaining strong client confidence.
Matt has successfully overseen projects from preconstruction through closeout, driving operational efficiency, accountability, and quality across every phase of construction. He is highly experienced in developing project processes, operational procedures, and team structures that support consistent execution and scalable growth.
His leadership style emphasizes collaboration, communication, and proactive problem-solving, enabling strong partnerships between owners, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams. He is known for building high-performing teams, streamlining project operations, and creating systems that improve efficiency, reliability, and overall project performance.
Recognized for his hands-on leadership and disciplined, solutions-oriented approach, Matt remains focused on delivering high-quality projects safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining strong client relationships and long-term industry partnerships.
Stephanie Terlau
Vice PresidentStephanie Terlau
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Romi Kanda
ControllerRomi Kanda
Romi brings extensive financial leadership experience across the oil and gas, construction, energy, and manufacturing industries. She has a proven track record in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, project accounting, cash flow management, process improvement, and internal controls. With a strategic and results-driven approach, Romi is passionate about building efficient financial systems that support operational excellence and empower informed business decisions.
Known for her collaborative leadership style, Romi works closely with executive leadership and operations teams to strengthen financial performance while ensuring sound governance and compliance. Her commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency makes her a valuable partner in driving the company's long-term success.
Dawn Roberts
Business Development ManagerMakenna Vainuku
Founder/CEOMakenna Vainuku
Makenna Vainuku serves as the Marketing Manager at Pivotal Construction, bringing more than five years of experience in the commercial construction industry. She leads the company's marketing, branding, recruiting, and communications efforts while playing an integral role in supporting business development initiatives and strengthening relationships with clients, developers, architects, brokers, and industry partners.
Passionate about strategic communication and relationship building, Makenna works closely with Pivotal's leadership team to elevate the company's brand, identify new opportunities, and support continued growth. She is dedicated to showcasing Pivotal's expertise while helping connect clients with the right solutions for their commercial construction needs.
Makenna is a proud Seattle University alumna, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media, specializing in Strategic Communications, with a minor in Business Administration. Her background in communications, marketing, and business strategy enables her to create meaningful connections that contribute to Pivotal's long-term success.
WE ARE NOT AFRAID TO TAKE RISKS
Being cautious doesn’t get the job done with excellence. However, we never take a reckless approach to any project. Taking risks (safely) means taking the initiative to find new solutions where one might not already exist. It means setting ourselves apart from other commercial construction companies by thinking outside the box and getting uncomfortable sometimes. We’re not afraid to take risks, try new things, deliver something unique, or grow, but we’ll never jeopardize your project with an approach that isn’t measured and calculated for the best success.

READY TO WORK TOGETHER?
We enjoyed telling you a little about ourselves and how and why we do what we do. Now, we’d love to get to know you and your project! Whether you need a ground-up solution, tenant improvement project, or consulting for an existing project, click below to connect.