Team

Daniel grew up around construction: his father started him in the trades at a young age, and his passion for building grew from there. He has worked on projects all over the country ranging from a half million square feet commercial project in Kansas to custom, residential homes in Florida. He is a visionary, natural businessman, construction enthusiast, and is incredibly personable, all things that make him a great boss, friend, and business owner. Daniel is the lifeblood of the company and plays an important role in every project, working relentlessly to make sure that everything runs smoothly from the field to the office. His goal is to make sure safety, quality, and customer satisfaction are prioritized. In his free time, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his family and friends, especially on a boat. Don’t be fooled, however, he never takes a break from solving problems, contemplating innovations in business or construction, and thinking of new ways to exemplify Nova’s core values.

Cole grew up in central Kentucky but has resided in the Nashville area since 2005. The construction industry is not new to him in the slightest. His grandfather ran a successful construction company in Knoxville; Cole took every opportunity to be on the job sites helping in any way he could. He joined the Nova team in June of 2021, quickly proving to be a great addition to the culture and mission of the team with his natural skills in project management and communication. His passion for this work is evident as he is constantly working to grow in knowledge and skill in order to better himself and the company. When he is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family, fly fishing, or rooting for anyone competing in sporting events for the University of Tennessee.

Dan was born in India, the son of medical missionaries, and has lived in other places abroad as well as in the United States. He settled in middle Tennessee in 1973, graduating from the University of The South in Sewanee and beginning his construction career. Over the years, he has gained experience and knowledge in commercial and residential construction. His primary focus has always been to deliver the highest quality results, which is clearly seen through his past projects and professional relationships. For this reason, Daniel brought him on as a project manager and consultant in February of 2019. In his spare time, Dan enjoys playing music. His musical ability, knowledge, and experience are equally as impressive as their construction counterparts.

Lauren has worked on the office side of the construction industry for 17 years. She is a rare Tennessee native who relocated to Nashville from Memphis in 2004. Daniel Brimer worked with her at another company and took note of her amazing work ethic. He brought her on in October of 2020 knowing she would be a valuable addition to the team. She is often the first to arrive at the office and the last to leave, working hard to manage the office side of Nova. Her job may be behind the scenes, but everything accomplished by the project managers, site crew, and other office staff is only possible because of her commitment to excellence. When she is not working to keep Nova Constructors’ finances on track, she enjoys spending time with her husband, watching her daughter play volleyball, traveling, and shopping.

Corey grew up in Washington, DC, went to college in Charleston, SC, and made Nashville her home in 2012. She wears many hats as our Executive Assistant, and she is also our Customer Relations Manager. She is new to the construction world but enjoys learning about the field through Nova’s quality craftsmanship. When Corey is not in the office or in the field with Daniel, she enjoys spending time with her two daughters, doing yoga, and dancing.

Cole is a dedicated home builder with a decade of experience in constructing a diverse range of residential properties, from townhomes to custom single-family homes. Originally from Central Illinois, Cole earned his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in 2013, and he began his career in Maryland the same year. Cole relocated to the Nashville area in 2018 and continued to pursue his passion for creating homes, drawing satisfaction from seeing each project evolve from an idea to a reality. Outside of his professional life, he is an avid outdoorsman, finding solace and inspiration in nature. When not on a building site or exploring the wilderness, Cole spends as much time as he can with his wife and daughter.

Brandon grew up in Oklahoma, but other than a two year stint in Montana, he has called Nashville home since 2012. After working in a lumber yard in high school, he fell in love with construction and excavation and started doing handyman work, small remodels, and excavation as a side job. He dove in full-time as a project manager in late 2015 and has been full-time in construction and excavation since. After moving back to Nashville in 2018 from Montana, he met Daniel who offered him a position and has been working with him since. He loves the outdoors and would prefer to be in a tent any day of the week. He is married and has 4 bonus kids who keep him busy.

Jeremy's knowledge and passion for construction came from doing various projects and remodels with his dad and brothers in Southern Illinois. He moved to Nashville in 2010 to pursue songwriting, all the while working in custom residential construction and doing trim carpentry and remodels on the side. His attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and willingness to go over and above for quality and clients are proving him a great asset to the Nova team. In his spare time, he enjoys writing and performing music, fishing, playing tennis, and cooking.

Brandon Edel grew up in South Dakota but has called Tennessee home since 2002. He has worked in construction for 12 years and is extremely passionate about each project he works on, always striving to create a beautiful home as well as a positive experience for each homeowner. When Brandon isn’t working on a project, he loves to go outdoors, spend time with his family, and make the best of every situation.