Our People
“We choose to…do…[these] things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard, because that goal will serve to organize and measure the best of our energies and skills.”
—John F. Kennedy
Concrete Services of Northwest Arkansas started out as a small company of 10 guys. Our numbers have grown to over 70, but we’re still down-to-earth, everyday, fun guys who love our work. We think that just because it’s hard, doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. Part of the joy we take in our work is seeing a job through and getting it done right. Based on our hundreds of years of combined experience in general and concrete contracting, we have built a defined management and administration structure that enables us to manage large projects efficiently and without the need for client supervision.
We employ more than seventy skilled craftsmen, who are full-time employees dedicated to doing their best for Concrete Services and for you.
Our Team
Skip McLead
President/Owner
Owner Skip McLeod,
Jimmy Smyth
Vice President/Secretary/Treasurer
Jimmy earned a Bachelor of Science degree from UCA (University of Central Arkansas) as well as certification as an American Concrete Institute Flatwork Technician. Looking back over more than two decades employed in this field, Jimmy finds the relationships he’s maintained and built through hard work and respect among some of the most fulfilling facets of his work.
Providing quality service is a priority for Jimmy. So is enjoying time with his wife, Shelly, and their three children.
Paul Stanton
General Superintendent
Paul Stanton, husband, father, and grandfather joined Concrete Service of NWA in 2004. Before joining our team, Paul spent his over forty-five-year career in various fields of construction. While experienced in many areas of the field, his career focus remained primarily in concrete construction and steel erection.
Paul received his Architecture education at Platt College in St. Joseph, Missouri. There, he studied Draft and Design. Today, Paul is an ACI Certified Flatwork Finisher and Flatwork Technician. Helping people get what they want, and the accomplishment of a job well done motivates him.
Outside of work Paul enjoys motorsports and
Trenady Vance
Office Manager
Other work experiences include the legal department for Walmart home office, Tyson’s Non-profit department, and DMD Industrial as an Assistant Supervisor.
Cody McLeod
Project Manager
Cody McLeod has been in the construction industry for approximately twenty-one years, eight of those at Concrete Services. His duties include, but are not limited to, printing sets of project plans, submitting material information to project general contractors, assisting in the estimating process and price checking material costs with suppliers.
Cody McLeod is a lifelong resident of Northwest Arkansas. He grew up in Springdale but now lives in Rogers with his wife and daughter. In his free time, he loves to fish, play in an occasional cornhole tournament, and most of all, spend time with family and friends.
Thomas Carpenter
Superintendent
Thomas Carpenter, Superintendent at Concrete Services of N.W. Arkansas, joined the team in 2014. With over 39 years of experience, Thomas worked his way up in the construction business from equipment operator to his current role of superintendent. Involved in many building projects, Thomas’s experience includes building schools, hospitals, motels, prisons, churches, water parks, and small businesses. Thomas enjoys placing rebar and concrete to give the clients’ of Concrete Services of N.W. Arkansas the professional job they demand.
Paul Caperton
Superintendent
In his free time, Paul enjoys spending time with his wife, Debbie, and son, Josh.
Brian Irvin
Superintendent
Brian Irvin’s experience working in concrete spans more than 3 decades. Before joining the Concrete Services team in 2019, he spent fifteen years of his career as the Owner and President of RBI Concrete and twelve years with JTB/Trilogy Concrete as a Superintendent.
Brian is an ACI certified Concrete Flatwork Technician and Flatwork Finisher, as well as OSHA certified.
Brian enjoys many aspects of his job. He’s especially fulfilled knowing that he has been a part of creating well-known, large structures primarily located in Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas including many at the University of Arkansas. He also notes that he appreciates getting to know many general contractors’ employees and vendors.
When not working, Brian can be found with his wife on a field or court watching their son play sports. He also enjoys hunting, fishing, and riding ATVs.
Rigoberto Mendez
Superintendent
Rigoberto began his career in concrete work in 2011. Before becoming a part of the Concrete Services team, he worked at John Westlin Concrete for five years and is ACI certified. He enjoys many aspects of his job including working locally, always staying busy, and working with good friends.
When not working, Rigoberto spends time with his wife and family.
Ivan Rodriguez
Superintendent
In his free time, Ivan spends time with wife, Sonia and their children. His other interests include playing his guitar and electric bass.
Bill Rogers
Supervisor
Bill enjoys many aspects of his job. However, what he finds most rewarding is seeing the finished product. When not working, Bill spends time with his wife, Vicki and their daughter. He also enjoys fishing, hunting, and spending time outdoors.
Saul Mendez
Superintendent
Saul began his career in concrete work in 2011. Before joining the Concrete Services team, he worked at John Westlin Concrete for five years and is ACI certified. He enjoys many aspects of his job including backhoe work and making sure customers are satisfied with the completed project.
In his free time, Saul enjoys spending time with his wife, Alicia and their two children. He also likes to relax playing a game of golf.