Scott H. Schaeffer, PSP, PMP is Executive Vice President of JBC Associates. In this role, he is responsible for the business development and management of our transportation related services. Scott began his career with JBC in 1993 and has successfully advanced to his current position. He has worked on major infrastructure projects in Florida and throughout Pennsylvania representing the Federal Transit Administration, various counties, PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. Scott has also held the positions of construction inspector, schedule engineer, project manager, and director. Currently managing positions that he has held in the past, provides him with a thorough understanding of personnel, project and client requirements.

Scott is currently serving as the Chair of the PennDOT Task Force Committee for the American Council of Consulting Engineers (ACEC) of PA.

A native of Sinking Springs, PA, Scott holds a degree in Architectural Engineering Technology and a Certificate in Project Management, both from Penn State University. He is a certified Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) and certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Scott is also the author of the book, What You Need to Know to Pass the PMP Exam.

Steve Ryan, PE is Vice President, Transportation Services at JBC Associates. In this role, Steve assists in the managing of the Construction Management and Construction Inspection projects, as well as, identifying and pursuing new project opportunities. Steve joined JBC in 2019 following a thirty-three (33) year career with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation District 6-0 where he oversaw complex highway and bridge corridor projects ranging from $5 million to over $100 million in construction. He has a proven track record of delivering projects while minimizing any negative impacts to stakeholders.

Steve is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University where he received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He obtained a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Villanova University. Steve is a licensed professional engineer in the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Florida, Colorado and Texas.

John Zawaski, PMP, CPESC, CCM is a Director, Transportation Services. John has over twenty (20) years of construction management and inspection experience for highway, structures, bridge and trail projects. Since joining JBC in 2014 John has served as Construction Manager for the $60 million Lafayette Street Extension for Montgomery County and the $100 million SR 422 Schuylkill River Bridge. Prior to joining JBC, John worked in construction inspection for over 12 years. In his current role, John assists the Leadership Team in the managing of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Construction Management projects. He is also responsible for our aerial drone photography and managing our staff mobile devices.

John is a Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC) and Certified Remote Pilot from the Federal Aviation Administration. He has an Associate degree in Construction Management Technology from Delaware County Community College.

Rebecca Levan, EIT is Director of Operations at JBC where she assists the Leadership Team in the day-to-day operations of the company. Becky has twenty (20) years of construction management experience of which 15 years have been with JBC. Her prior experience included managing design and construction contracts for the Naval Facilities Northeast Office and a major utility installation provider. In addition to providing project management and scheduling services, Becky has been JBC’s go to in-house IT expert. Becky also serves as Director of the Facilities Group where she pursues potential project opportunities and client development for facilities-related projects in higher education, government and stormwater management as well as transportation.

Becky is a graduate of Villanova University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. She further obtained a Master of Business Administration degree from Rosemont College.

Judith M. Bernicker serves as JBC’s Director of Business Development. In this role, Judy is responsible for new business development, strategic planning, proposal management, and corporate communications. She has over 30 years of experience in the marketing of professional services for the A/E/C industry. She works with clients to understand their project specific needs, assembling the appropriate team to meet client goals.

Judy is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame where she received her Bachelor of Architecture professional degree through the College of Engineering. She is a member of several professional organizations including the Society of Marketing Professional Services, Construction Management Association of America, and the Society of College and University Planners.

Kimberly Ruley is the Controller at JBC. Kim has over twenty-five (25) years of experience with financial management, accounting, and operations. She has extensive knowledge of financial statements, asset management, taxation and auditing procedures. Kim joined JBC in 2018 and has been instrumental in the upgrading and implementation of our accounting system. At JBC, she is responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, including the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Kim has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Temple University, Fox School of Business and Management. She started her career in public accounting at a local firm where she stayed for 10 years to gain valuable accounting experience. During her career, Kim has also worked as an accountant for manufacturing and not-for-profit firms, as well as, for-profit corporations.