Meet the Zager Global Family
Zager Global Family
- Dale ZagerFounder and President
Dale Zager is the Owner, Founder and President of Zager Global, Inc. Dale has successfully communicated his vision and goals to his team of dedicated employees for over twenty five years.
Dale is responsible for estimating and securing contracts then developing and leading the strategy that our company implements on any given project. Additional duties include managing all site quality and safety issues, on site schedules, staging and logistics planning, and the management of all self-performed work. Dale also coordinates and supervises the activities of all of the plumbers and makes sure that all necessary equipment and materials are on site. Dale manages all personnel as required to successfully complete the project on time and within budget.
With thirty five years in the plumbing & construction industry Dale is well-known and highly respected in the plumbing and solar community with a proven track record of superior performance.
Having started his own business: Zager Plumbing, Inc. in 1989 and prior to that worked for Zager Plumbing & Heating (his grandfather and father’s company), Dale is a third generation plumber who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to each and every project.
- Dustie ZagerVice President
As Vice President of Zager Global, Inc. , Dustie is responsible for providing financial data, cash management and cost accounting for the company; along with budgeting, financial statements, profit flow/ cash flow analysis.
Dustie oversees and manages the office team with accounts payable & receivable, payroll and payroll taxes. Additional accountability extends to bonding line, general ledger, monthly closing, bank reconciliations, 941 quarterly & UCT-6 reporting and organizing in addition to coordinating office operations and procedures in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency. - Jeffrey HillerGeneral Manager
Jeffery Hiller has been with Zager Global, Inc. since 2005. He has over thirty four years of experience in the general contracting industry with seven years serving as Project Superintendent. Currently, Jeffery is the company’s General Manager and oversees all ongoing projects. To ensure the timely completion of projects within budget, Jeffery works closely with both Project Managers, Field Superintendents, and Executive Management.
Previously acting as Zager Global’s Project Superintendent, Jeffery oversaw the $190M/ $10M plumbing/site utilities project for the Westin Dawn Beach Resort and Spa in St. Maarten, Netherland Antilles; he also aided in the design-built solar hot water and RO system for the 310-room Westin St. Maarten hotel. Jeffery has extensive experience working on water treatment plants, pump stations and RO plants, as well as expertise in carpentry and building layout.
- Jason HatcherSenior Estimator
Jason Hatcher joined Zager Global, Inc. in 2013 with over fifteen years of experience in the construction industry. As Zager Global’s head estimator, Jason reviews drawings, bid specifications, and job costs. Jason works with Project Managers, Executive Management, suppliers, and subcontractors to guarantee efficient results.
Previously, Jason served as both the Estimator and Project Manager on the $1.3M Costa Di Esta, Vero Beach project and 94-unit Indian River Estates Nursing Facility project. Additionally, Jason worked as a plumber for the Mizner Grand Condominium project and several luxury homes in Vero Beach valued over $17M.
- Douglas SparlingOperations Manager
Douglas Sparling has worked for Zager Global, Inc. for over fifteen years, and oversees our day-to-day operations to ensure quality control – both out in the field and back at our work yard.
Douglas works with our plumbers and solar installers to make sure they have all the tools they need, along with the site -specific materials necessary to complete our jobs in a timely manner. Douglas is in charge of inventory control for all of our local and international projects and he is a crucial member of the Zager Global, Inc. team when it comes to the logistics of our projects and ensuring we have the necessary resources to complete the job.
Douglas is also in his third year of the apprentice program.
- Bobbe GatesPublic Relations
Bobbe Gates has been with Zager Global, Inc. for three years. In addition to Public Relations she oversees compliance and quality assurance, branding, advertising, general project development and Human Resources.
Other job duties include assisting the President, Vice President and Senior Leadership teams with daily operations.
- Alex DiloneProject Manager
Alex Dilone is our “hybrid” Project Manager, with backgrounds in both plumbing and electrical applications. Alex received his electrical certification and education back in 2000 and later came to Zager Global, Inc. in 2007 where he has become a highly skilled commercial plumber.
When the company expanded it’s services to include solar PV and solar thermal installations; Alex was at the forefront, making sure our installations were code-compliant and met the client’s expectations.
Since then Alex has worked on numerous solar PV and solar thermal installations for the company and most recently he served as Project Manager for a 1.3 megawatt solar PV project at Fort Buchanan in San Juan, Puerto Rico. That massive project consisted of over five thousand solar panels spread across three rooftops and Alex demonstrated an exemplary level of attention to details, along with exceptional communication skills between the client, Army personnel and the management team back here at the Zager Global, Inc. corporate offices.
- Frank SteinkeProject Superintendent
Frank Steinke is a highly skilled Master Plumber from Germany and has a background in pipefitting and welding as well. With over thirty years of international commercial construction experience, Frank’s resume is extensive and includes major German construction sites such as: high rises in Berlin, the Russian pipeline in Siberia, and hospitals in Cuba.
After moving to the U.S. , Frank worked as an Army Contractor, he was a Foreman Plumber for KBR from 200 to 2006 on Operation Enduring Freedom in Iraq where he was proud to support our troops.
Since 2007 Frank Steinke has been a valued member of our team at Zager Global, Inc. Frank is not only our Marina Specialist and an expert at HDPE Pipe and Fusion Welding, Frank is our hands-on Project Superintendent for Boiler Installation, Repiping & Retrofit projects such as the one we recently completed at Grand Lucayan Beach and Golf Resort in Freeport, Bahamas. Frank is well organized and thrives under adversity. Frank’s efficiency, flexibility and creativity are huge assets to maintaining our high level of service.
- Gaspar TolozaProject Superintendent
Gaspar toloza, project manager on our latest Cheesecake Factory Restaurant project among others, has worked in the past as Plumbing Supervisor at the Lucaya Beach Resort Hotel Project in Freeport, Grand Bahama; Superintendent at the Four Seasons Resort and Grand Isle Villas in Exuma, Bahamas where he was responsible for the plumbing, mechanical and fire protection installations.
Gaspar Tolaz was the Chief Superintendent at the Princess Juliana International Airport new terminal project in St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles, Gaspar also served as Liaison Officer between the general contractor and the inspectors for that project as well as serving as Project Superintendent at the Sheraton Resort Central Energy Plant refurbishment project in Nassau Bahamas.
Gaspar possesses a wealth of experience and knowledge in planning, installation, and supervision during all facets of contracting from plumbing and mechanical to fire protection. Quiet, yet assertive, Gaspar is a hard-working and committed individual. Whatever he does, he excels at, going above and beyond the call of duty to show that he has the character to lead projects with confidence.
- T. Denis McBrideDirector, GC & Roofing
Originally from Seattle, Denis McBride has been in South Florida working with Dale Zager of Zager Global, Inc. for decades. His multifaceted background includes roofing and general contracting experience on projects of all sizes and scopes. His creativity and professional acumen have been instrumental in providing first-rate service to dozens of clients who all speak in glowing terms of his abilities.
Accustomed to working side-by-side with construction crews, engineers, project managers and architects; the ability to communicate well with people of all types has made Denis an incredible asset on projects ranging from Biscayne 21 in Miami to the Bank of America in West Palm Beach.
- Brian BarbosaStaff Accountant
Brian is a detail-oriented and trusted asset to Zager Global, Inc. As a proven team player dedicated to getting the job done right, he is effective at multi-tasking, and offers a wealth of office experience. Brian is Trilingual (English, Spanish, and Portuguese) and educated in both Managerial & Financial Accounting. He is a 2015 graduate of FAU with a Bachelor’s in Accounting.
His job here at Zager Global Inc. involves working closely with both the President and Vice President in accurately maintaining all of the company’s financial records. His responsibilities include all aspects of AP & AR including AIA billings, payroll reporting, budgeting & forecasting.
In addition to all of the above, Brian works with Project Managers on job costing & budgeting. He holds weekly budget meetings to facilitate direct communication between Project Managers, ensuring that jobs are on track to meet deadlines and stay within budget. As such, Brian is a crucial member of the company’s accounting department.
- Jay RibeiroProject Management Assistant
Jay is a graduate of FAU, with a Bachelor’s in Economics. He worked at Zager Global, Inc. as Staff Accountant while completing his education; and Zager is now proud to have him back in his new capacity as Assistant Project Manager. The knowledge and experience Jay retains from his previous period in the accounting department at Zager uniquely enables him to bridge the gap between the Accounting and Estimating departments, ensuring that both departments communicate effectively so that all jobs/projects may run smoothly. In his new role, Jay contributes to the development of project proposals, cost estimates and budgets.
Additional duties include following up on pre-installation activities (e.g., confirming delivery dates of materials, equipment, etc.) and preparation of reports for Project Managers regarding the status and development for each specific project. He is also Trilingual (English, Portuguese, and Spanish.)
- Mitch CampbellIn Memoriam
Mitch has been with Zager Global, Inc. for over a year now. He started in New York, went to Kansas City, and now resides in Florida; so his background covers work in three states.
Mitch Campbell brings with him over thirty years of plumbing experience and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Mitch has owned his own restaurant and was co-owner of a large company in Kansas City where he also spent a decade as Lead Foreman on various construction jobs involving waste, venting and water distribution systems.
In the past, Mitch has performed all types of plumbing services in accordance with local codes on existing as well as new construction projects. Mitch is experienced in figuring job estimates as well as coordinating schedules between customers and contractors. Mitch’s motivational and communication skills were instrumental in improving sales and profits.
Open Positions with Zager Global
- Skilled PlumberSkilled PlumberZager Global, Inc. is now filling new positions for our rapid growing diversified company. We are seeking skilled Plumbers with 5 to 10 years experience in commercial plumbing. Competitive Wages base upon experience and knowledge.
Qualified candidates must:
• have a clean driving record, provide references and pass a background check. • have the ability to work in a fast paced team environment • have good time management and communication skills • be detail-oriented and organized • be capable in all aspects of new commercial plumbing and renovations • hold experience in soldering and fitting copper pipe, plumbing fixtures, pipe hangers, and cast iron as well as PVC sanitary piping, roof drainage, cut and threading steel pipe, and Victaulic also helpful. We also do chilled and hot water piping, HDPE fusion welding, and various types of other piping materials used in the trade.Rough In
• Read blueprints is not necessary, but a plus • Pull measurements accurately to locate plumbing fixtures with only batter boards • Able to utilize manpower properly to get the job done on time • Knowledge of waste, water, vent, gas, condensation piping systems in commercial application Top Out • Knowledge of waste, water, vent, gas, condensation piping systems in commercial application • Pull measurements accurately to locate plumbing fixtures off of columns (layout) • Urinals, toilets, lavatories, water fountains, water heaters, boilers, trap primers • Wall hung carriers, ADA, shower valves, floor drains • Knows proper measurements for all plumbing fixtures • Able to utilize apprentices properly to get the job done on timeFinish/Final
• Able to set all plumbing fixtures • Must be able to do a neat job quickly and efficiently Zager Global, Inc. has an exceptional team and if you believe you are qualified and would like to be a part of our team, we would love to hear from you. - Lead PlumberLead PlumberZager Global, Inc. is now filling new positions for our rapid growing diversified company. We are seeking skilled Working Hands on Lead Plumber Mechanics with commercial construction experience for project work.
Qualified candidates must:
• have 10 + years experience, a clean driving record, provide references and pass a background check. All our foreman’s and lead plumbers are Hands on/ Working Foremen. This is not a finger pointer position. • be capable in all aspects of new commercial plumbing and renovations and most importantly, be capable of working independently with minimal supervision. • hold experience in soldering and fitting copper pipe, plumbing fixtures, pipe hangers, and cast iron as well as PVC sanitary piping, roof drainage, cut and threading steel pipe, and Victaulic also helpful. Our company also does chilled and hot water piping, HDPE fusion welding, and various types of other piping materials used in the trade.Rough In
• Able to run backhoe, bobcat, tampers • Read blueprints • Pull measurements accurately to locate plumbing fixtures with only batter boards • Able to utilize manpower properly to get the job done on time • Knowledge of waste, water, vent, gas, condensation piping systems in commercial application • Must be willing to work late to finish the jobTop Out
• Knowledge of waste, water, vent, gas, condensation piping systems in commercial application • Read Blueprints and SPEC sheets • Pull measurements accurately to locate plumbing fixtures off of columns (layout) • Urinals, toilets, lavatories, water fountains, water heaters, boilers, trap primers • Wall hung carriers, ADA, shower valves, floor drains • Knows proper measurements for all plumbing fixtures • Able to utilize apprentices properly to get the job done on time • Must be willing to work late to finish the jobFinish/Final
• Able to set all plumbing fixtures • Must be able to do a neat job fast • Must be willing to work late to finish the job Zager Global, Inc. has an exceptional team and if you believe you are qualified and would like to be a part of our team, we would love to hear from you. NO phone calls please just submit your resume to Employment@ZagerGlobal.com