(Left to right): Kerry Lorts, Market Executive, Illinois, and Patrick Aylesworth, Market Executive, Missouri Education and Public Work
ST. LOUIS, MO — S. M. Wilson & Co., a St. Louis-based construction management and general contracting firm, has promoted Patrick Aylesworth and Kerry Lorts to Market Executives.
In these newly defined roles, Market Executives will oversee strategic market positioning, client engagement, project execution and revenue growth within their assigned sectors. They will also be accountable for profit and performance in their respective markets. Project teams—including directors, managers and engineers—will report through the Market Executive structure.
KERRY LORTS | Market Executive, Illinois
Five years ago, S. M. Wilson opened its Edwardsville office, reestablishing its Illinois presence after a 20-year absence. Since then, the firm has become a trusted partner in competitive bid and construction management.
“Kerry has been instrumental to our success in Illinois through his strong relationships with clients and subcontractors,” said Mark Cochran, Chief Operating Officer.
Lorts, a 14-year team member, will now lead the Illinois market, collaborating with fellow Market Executives on region-specific strategy and pursuits.
PATRICK AYLESWORTH | Market Executive, Missouri Education & Public Work
S. M. Wilson secured its first public CMAR project under Missouri’s updated statute in 2018 with the Hallsville School District—where Patrick Aylesworth made an immediate impact after joining the company that same year.
Since then, Aylesworth has led educational efforts statewide, including speaking at numerous industry conferences.
“Patrick’s commitment to our education clients is unmatched, recently earning us a third bond program with Hallsville,” added Cochran.
Aylesworth will now lead Missouri education and public work initiatives across the state.
“We’re proud of the leadership and talent Kerry and Patrick bring to their roles,” says Mike Yazbec, President of S. M. Wilson. “These promotions reflect their dedication to client success and our continued growth.”