Built by People
Who Know the Work
Meet the leaders, professionals, and field experts who bring experience, craftsmanship, and accountability to S. R. Freeman.
Experience Starts
With the People Behind It
Since 1992, S. R. Freeman has grown through the people who have chosen to build their careers here.
Our team brings together executive leadership, office professionals, estimators, project managers, superintendents, foremen, and regional operations leaders who support custom residential projects from early preparation through field execution.
Different roles carry different responsibilities, but the standard is shared: understand the work, take ownership, support the team, and continually improve.
Executive Team
S. R. Freeman's executive team provides the leadership and direction behind the company while preserving the principles that have shaped SRF for more than three decades.
Shone Freeman
President
Shone founded S. R. Freeman in 1992 after developing his framing experience through tract construction and later moving into the architectural challenges of custom homes.
His hands-on background in carpentry and framing continues to influence SRF's approach to craftsmanship, preparation, leadership, and understanding the larger project. Today, his focus extends beyond the work itself to developing people and building an organization capable of carrying those principles forward.
Mike Lewis
Vice President
Mike has been with S. R. Freeman since 1998 and brings decades of hands-on construction experience to the company's leadership team. Having worked as a carpenter from an early age, he combines practical field knowledge with a strong ability to build effective teams and collaborative relationships.
His extensive industry experience provides a valuable resource for SRF's people and the clients they serve.
Shayne Freeman
VP Finance
Shayne has supported S. R. Freeman since 2002, bringing technical and administrative expertise to the organization. His background in technology and programming contributes a different perspective to the systems and infrastructure that support the company.
As VP Finance, Shayne helps strengthen the business operations behind SRF's field and project teams.
Office Team
Behind every successful field operation is a team keeping the organization connected, supported, and moving forward.
SRF's office professionals support human resources, accounting, payroll, learning and development, technology, and administration across the company.
Karina U.
HR Manager
Melba N.
A/R Manager
Francisca I.
A/P Manager
Alejandra Z.
General Office Admin / AR Support
Sydney F.
HR Assistant
Hasiel I.
Payroll Administrator
Amy G.
Learning and Development Manager
Elizabeth C.
IT Manager
Maria O.
AP Admin
Karina U.
HR Manager
Melba N.
A/R Manager
Field Operations
This is where planning meets execution.
SRF's Field Operations team brings together regional directors, project managers, estimators, superintendents, project engineers, foremen, and other professionals responsible for helping complex custom residential work move successfully from plans into the field.
Regional Operations Leadership
Francisco H.
Director of SF Operations
Ryan V.
Director of South Bay Operations
Sean O.
Director of North Bay Operations
Cedric P.
Director of Tahoe Operations
Ira D.
Director of Monterey Peninsula Operations
Francisco H.
Director of SF Operations
Ryan V.
Director of South Bay Operations
Project Management & Preconstruction
Jorge M.
Rodger A.
Jimmie R.
John W.
Kevin C.
Darren J.
Joe F.
David Z.
Sara V.
Azael R.
Daniel V.
Jorge M.
Rodger A.
Field Leadership
Leadership Is Built, Not Assigned
Developing strong leaders is central to S. R. Freeman's long-term vision.
We want people throughout the organization to understand the principles behind good decisions, take responsibility for their work, support those around them, and grow into increasingly important roles.
That investment in people is essential to the company SRF intends to become: an organization capable of succeeding beyond any one individual, with leaders who can carry its standards forward for generations.
Different Roles.
Shared Principles.
From the office to preconstruction and the field, seven principles help define how S. R. Freeman approaches the work.
Integrity
Do what is right and stand behind the decisions we make.
Preparation
Understand the work ahead and address what can be addressed before it reaches the field.
Accountability
Take ownership of responsibilities, challenges, and outcomes.
Leadership
Support the team, make sound decisions, and help others succeed.
Continual Learning
Use experience as a foundation for continued improvement.
Professionalism
Bring discipline, communication, respect, and pride to the work.
Relationships
Build trust through consistency, collaboration, and shared success.
Build Your Career With SRF
S. R. Freeman values people who take pride in the craft, want to keep learning, and understand that great construction depends on strong teams.
Our history includes long-term employees and multiple generations of families who have worked within the company. As SRF continues to grow, developing people and creating meaningful opportunities remain central to the company's future.
If you are looking for an opportunity to build your skills, take on responsibility, and grow alongside experienced construction professionals, explore careers with S. R. Freeman.
Bring an Experienced Team to Your Project
The people behind a project influence everything from early preparation to the decisions made in the field.
Connect with S. R. Freeman to discuss your next custom residential project and the team required to bring it together.
Frequently
Asked Questions
1. Who leads S. R. Freeman?
S. R. Freeman's executive team includes Shone Freeman, President; Mike Lewis, Vice President; and Shayne Freeman, VP Finance.
2. Who founded S. R. Freeman?
Shone Freeman founded S. R. Freeman in 1992 after developing his framing experience in tract construction and custom residential work.
3. How long has Mike Lewis been with SRF?
Mike Lewis has been with S. R. Freeman since 1998 and brings decades of carpentry, construction, team-building, and industry experience to his role as Vice President.
4. What teams make up S. R. Freeman?
SRF's current team structure includes Executive Leadership, Office Team, and Field Operations. Field Operations includes regional directors, project managers, estimators, superintendents, project engineers, foremen, safety, and shop leadership.
5. Does SRF have regional operations leaders?
Yes. SRF currently lists operations directors for San Francisco, South Bay, North Bay, Tahoe, and Monterey Peninsula.
6. Does S. R. Freeman have a preconstruction team?
Yes. SRF's Field Operations team includes professionals working in estimating, preconstruction, project management, and related roles that support projects before and during field execution.
7. Why does SRF emphasize leadership development?
SRF's long-term vision is to build an organization that can succeed beyond any one individual. Developing leaders who can make sound decisions based on enduring principles is central to that goal.
8. What values guide the SRF team?
SRF identifies integrity, preparation, accountability, leadership, continual learning, professionalism, and relationships as its core values.
9. Does S. R. Freeman offer career opportunities?
SRF maintains a dedicated Careers section and views developing people and creating opportunities for employees as an important part of the company's long-term vision.
10. How does the SRF team support custom projects?
SRF combines preconstruction, project management, regional operations leadership, field supervision, estimating, communication, and practical construction experience to support its core custom residential framing work. The company's stated goal is to help the overall project succeed rather than viewing framing as an isolated scope.