Javier Contreras, President
Javier comes from a family that has been in the construction business in Southern Arizona for 3 generations. He began his career in commercial construction in Tucson with T.L. Roof & Associates (now W.E. O’Neil) as a Project Engineer.
His duties included managing submittals, doing on-site quality control, and closing out projects both internally and in the field.
He started Tucson Stucco because he recognized the need in the Tucson market for a professional stucco company that provides quality work at a competitive price.
Javier loves stucco (wall systems) and working with and being a part of the construction team on large commercial construction jobs and working with Tucson Stucco’s tract home builder clients.
Javier’s roles at Tucson Stucco cover managing budgets and job-costing; overseeing project management; bidding & estimating; managing quantity take-offs; and hiring.
Anna Contreras, Vice-President
Anna earned her Bachelors of Science from the University of Arizona in 2003 in Business and Retail and Consumer Sciences.
While at the University of Arizona Anna was an Honors Student, on the Dean’s List, a member of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, a recipient of University of Arizona 4 Year Academic Scholarship, and recipient of the Clara Bruhn Memorial Academic Scholarship.
Anna’s responsibilities at Tucson Stucco include financial management, marketing, employee benefit programs, insurance, and community outreach.
Anna is passionate about Tucson Stucco’s Second Chance Job programs and working with the Tucson community to create jobs and opportunities for those looking to improve their circumstances through positive influences and hard work.
Rey D. Iribe “Big Rey”, General Superintendent
Rey D. Iribe “Big Rey” is an expert in all elements of the stucco industry. He began his career in 1995 with Rogers Painting & Stucco in Phoenix, Arizona. Over the past 23 years he has worked in stucco on many large commercial construction jobs, custom homes, and tract homes.
From 2007-2014 he was the lead supervisor running 13 tract home communities at one time in Phoenix, Arizona. He holds his OSHA 30-Hour Certification, is a Scaffolding Competent Person and oversees the quality control on all of Tucson Stucco’s job-sites.
When Javier met Rey in 2014, he knew had to work with him. In Javier’s words: “He was incredible and hands-down the most knowledgeable person about stucco and wall systems that I have met”.
As part of the key personnel at Tucson Stucco, Rey’s duties include, overseeing all field work including scaffolding crew, lath crew & stucco crew. He manages the quality control, oversees the superintendents and plays an important role in the link between the office and the field.
Jim May, Project Manager
Jim May is a Project Manager at Tucson Stucco, and from the moment we met him, we knew God sent him to join our team. With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, he has experience in bidding and estimating, framing, trim, stucco, and EIFS.
At Tucson Stucco, Jim passionately reviews plans, budgets, and materials, collaborates with clients on schedules, conducts quality control, and adeptly resolves onsite plan discrepancies. His dedication to his work shines through as he goes above and beyond to protect the company and swiftly addresses issues for the benefit of clients, projects and the company. Jim enjoys being a part of and watching the process that goes into building great products.
Outside of work, Jim cherishes his wife, Karen. Together, they find joy in going to church, riding Harleys, and embracing life to the fullest. Jim is truly an inspiring Project Manager at Tucson Stucco.
Ronda Wendt, Accounting Manager
Ronda Wendt embodies the role of Accounting Manager at Tucson Stucco with an impressive background in management, supervision, training, and leadership. Her expertise in process development and enhancing business efficiencies is complemented by her certification from the Kaizen Institute of Efficiency and her completion of Studer Leadership Training. Since joining Tucson Stucco, Ronda has skillfully streamlined our accounting systems.
What makes Ronda truly irreplaceable is her radiant positivity and can-do spirit. She learns swiftly, demonstrates remarkable intelligence, and remains humble despite her successes.
In her personal life, Ronda is a devoted wife, a proud mother to five children, and a loyal friend. Her connection to her community shines through as she enjoys quality time with friends playing cards, bingo, and pickleball. Tucson Stucco thrives as a company because of her inspiring contributions and her commitment to excellence inspires those around her!
Dirk Drunert, Superintendent
If there’s one word that perfectly captures Dirk Drunert, it’s “Inspiring.” Dirk began his career at Tucson Stucco in 2016 as a laborer and quickly demonstrated his potential, becoming a Stucco Installer by 2018, and a few years later, he earned the esteemed position of Superintendent.
Dirk’s rise within the company shows not only his exceptional skills but also his unwavering dedication.
Today, Dirk embodies the company’s ethos and commitment to excellence. He exemplifies a tireless work ethic, consistently giving 100% to every project. His responsibilities include overseeing quality control and serving as a crucial liaison between the field and office, ensuring that all operations run seamlessly. Dirk’s passion for his work sets him apart; he doesn’t just perform his job—he thrives in it. He takes great pride in creating an outstanding product for homeowners, businesses, and the community at large, solidifying Tucson Stucco’s reputation for excellence.
Outside of his professional achievements, Dirk is a dedicated father and husband. He embraces the great outdoors, enjoying hunting, fishing, and snow skiing, which reflect his adventurous spirit and zest for life. Dirk Drunert is not just a talented employee; he is a driving force within Tucson Stucco, leaving a significant mark on the company and those around him.
Gabriella Alvarez, System Development Manager
Gabriella Alvarez joined Tucson Stucco with a clear determination to grow professionally and leverage her skills to help propel the company to greater success. She quickly learned the ins and outs of the stucco industry. Her most significant achievement thus far has been creating the current software that Tucson Stucco uses to automate company workflows. This software system has enhanced efficiency, improved internal operations, increased profit margins, and has fostered better connectivity within the organization.
Gabriella provides support for the field teams and the accounting team by helping with organization and project preparation. She has completed the Applied Business Sciences certification with a focus on Project Management, is OSHA 10 certified, and has ten years of construction experience. Gabriella is known for being patient, intelligent, and methodical.
She loves to learn and is always open to new challenges. In her personal life, Gabriella is a devoted mother to her daughter. She enjoys outdoor activities, dancing, and staying active in her free time. She is a key member of the Tucson Stucco team!
Wayne Hilbert, Lead Estimator
Wayne Hilbert is the Lead Estimator at Tucson Stucco, bringing a wealth of construction expertise and insight to the role. His journey in the construction industry began in 1965 when he started digging ditches for a plumbing contractor. In 1972, he discovered his passion for estimating, which propelled him to launch his own plumbing company. After successfully building and selling that business in 1987, he ventured into general contracting, partnering with a friend to develop strip centers and commercial properties, while always managing the estimating aspect himself.
In 2000, Wayne advanced to head the Pre-Construction Division at Lang Wyatt Construction. After his tenure there, he founded Construction Consultants of Southern Arizona, a firm dedicated to providing exceptional estimating services to clients and friends. Since the inception of Tucson Stucco in 2015, Wayne’s company has played a pivotal role in our operations, and we are proud to have brought him on board full-time in 2024. Wayne’s contributions to estimating extend well beyond calculations. He excels at building and nurturing strong relationships with clients and owners, adding significant value to our team.
He is also a devoted husband to his wife, Carol, with whom he has enjoyed many years of marriage, and they are proud parents to a daughter and son-in-law. Wayne’s passion for construction is evident in everything he does, and we are excited to have him as an integral part of the Tucson Stucco team!
