With an eye on value add and exit strategy,
EPIC Multifamily Construction builds with purpose.
From conception to fabrication, Epic Multifamily Construction handles your entire project with expertise in every phase of planning, construction, and creation.
Our team consists of seasoned individuals and family crews that work exclusively with us, cutting out the middleman.
RELATIONSHIPS
At Epic Multifamily Construction, we value building strong relationships with our clients. We believe that communication and trust are the foundation of a successful project.
EXPERIENCE
With years of experience in the multifamily industry, we have the expertise to handle any project with understanding of the unique challenges multifamily properties create.
ACCOUNTABILITY
The entire Epic team takes our responsibility to our clients seriously and we
hold ourselves accountable for delivering high-quality work on time and on budget.
OUR STORY
In 2023, EPIC Multifamily Construction grew out of EPIC HTX (which grew from EPIC AC in 2013). While our scope has expanded from AC and mechanical work to general contracting--our mission to quality customer service remains the same.
EPIC now operates as a full general contractor and can help in many areas. We are skilled in maintenance and repairs of multi-family properties focused on roof repairs and replacement, paint jobs, concrete work, driveways and parking lots, etc. We also can help with due diligence walks and city inspections.
As EPIC has grown, we are being asked to service our customers in other locations around the state and even in a few different states. We have created a network of partners and sub-contractors that will allow us to continue that growth to suit your needs.
MEET OUR TEAM
DAVID VASQUEZ
Founder & CEO
David began his career at FMC Technologies, working at Hobby Airport repairing chill water systems. From there, he entered the apartment industry, repairing and replacing air conditioners and working on chill water systems and boilers. David has led maintenance teams at over 25 apartment communities, personally training and mentoring air conditioning technicians, and founded epicAC, a sister business in the greater Houston area.
In 2010, David realized he was spending more and more time walking properties with their owners and brainstorming about ways to innovate and create beauty. David says he loves finding the beauty and potential in everything he sees and welcomes the challenge of finding the potential to create beauty where others see tired facades. He created epicHTX which officially became Epic Multifamily Construction in 2023.
DEREK DEVRIES
VP & Partner
Derek was raised in the Chicago suburbs and graduated from Northern Illinois University in 1998. He moved to Texas, where he was employed as a high school teacher for 14 years before making a career change into multifamily construction sales.
With over 12 years in sales in the multifamily industry, Derek has been a salesman and Regional Director of Sales for a national construction company overseeing more than 100 million in sales annually. Derek moved to EPIC Construction and took the role of Vice President in 2023.
Derek is an active member of the Texas Apartment Association and the Houston Apartment Association, where he was named the 2022 supplier of the year. Derek achieved his Certified Apartment Supplier designation from the NAA in 2013 and went through the Houston Apartment Association Leadership Lyceum in 2016. He has also been a member of the HAA’s Product Service Council, serving as an officer from 2019-2023 and as its President in 2022.
JIM MARTENSEN
Account Executive
Jim is a seasoned professional in the multi-family industry, having embarked on his career as an Account Executive in 2018. In his first four years in the industry, he generated close to 75 million dollars in sales.
Jim has also been deeply involved in the Houston apartment industry through various committees and programs. Jim achieved his CAS designation in 2019. Through his active participation in these organizations, Jim has contributed to the growth and development of the industry, fostering meaningful connections and promoting collaboration amongst industry professionals.
Jim is happily married with three children.
ANGEL DELGADO
Sr Project Manager
Angel joined Epic Construction in September 2023, bringing nearly two decades of experience to the team. Angel began his career over 18 years ago in the restoration business.
During this time, Angel developed new systems, safety protocols, and budget solutions for a growing company in Houston. His passion for growth and construction grew, and Angel began specializing in multi-family construction in the Greater Houston area.
As a Project Manager, Angel oversaw several multi-million-dollar construction projects, including high-rise renovations, a historical building renovation, and several major exterior renovations. With a driven personality and strong work ethic, Angel has exceeded job expectations, including budget goals and deadlines.
In his downtime, Angel enjoys spending time with his daughter, riding his tractor, and traveling to see his family in Panama City, Panama.
LALO ZARATE
Sr Project Manager
Lalo started in the multifamily industry when he was only 18 as a crew leader for a sub base for a national construction company. At the age of 25, he earned a position on the payroll as a helper within the roofing department. After 12 years, Lalo was promoted to crew leader and switched to the construction service side. Between 2019 and 2022, Lalo oversaw 1.5 million a year in service work which earned him another promotion to Regional Service Manager at the end of 2022 for the entire east coast market, overlooking roughly 10 million a year in service work.