VICE PRESIDENT

Case Gard serves as Vice President of Gard Construction Group, where he leads key operational functions including project management, estimating, and business development. As a licensed Commercial General Contractor (CGC), Case brings a comprehensive understanding of the construction process and a hands-on leadership style that drives efficiency, quality, and long-term client relationships.

With nearly a decade of experience at Register Construction prior to founding Gard Construction Group, Case developed a deep expertise in managing complex commercial projects. He is a graduate of Florida Southern College and specializes in delivering tilt-up, masonry, and pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) structures across the state of Florida.

In addition to his professional achievements, Case values family, community, and personal development. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and participating in recreational hockey.

Fun Fact: Prior to his career in construction, Case competed as a professional golfer for three years.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Cole serves as CEO of Gard Construction Group after concluding a 20 year partnership with Register Construction, in which he served as President.

As CEO, Cole provides the leadership that maintains the highest-quality standards by providing direction, coordination, and oversight for all projects. Cole is a valuable resource with 20 years of construction knowledge and management.

Cole graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Building Construction. He is a State Certified General Contractor.

PRESIDENT

As President of Gard Construction Group, Clay brings a breadth of experience in resolving a client’s constructability and budgetary requirements while delivering a quality facility.

With 15 years of experience, Clay has worked on a variety of building typologies including mixed use, educational buildings, buildings for city and county governments, corporate offices, distribution/ warehouses and other private clients.

Clay is an alumni of the University of North Florida. He graduated with a Bachelors of Building Construction and is a State Certified Building Contractor.