Team


The experienced CoxJones team includes seasoned professionals with industry leading certifications and a proven track record of successful building projects. 

Brenda JonesBrenda Jones
President/CEO
936-564-6500

Brenda is a 1994 graduate of the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. She joined CoxJones in 2020 and her responsibilities include accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cash management, reconciliation, job costing, long-term planning, contracts and subcontracts, general management and administration. Prior to joining CoxJones she worked in a variety of leadership, team building, management and training positions.


Ken JonesKenneth Jones, Architect
Vice-President
Head of Design Operations
936-564-6500 | cell 936-554-0172

Ken is a 1994 graduate of the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. He joined CoxJones in 2016 after 18 years as Architect in a local design firm. He was the Architect of Record for many projects including the Cushing ISD High School Competition Gymnasium and the Cushing ISD New Elementary School. As Head of Design Operations, he also oversees and coordinates all design projects, consultants and scheduling. Ken is a Registered Architect: State of Texas #18709. He is also a member of the Lufkin Host Lions Club.


Kelly JonesKelly Jones 
Senior Project Manager
936-564-6500 | cell 936-554-4724

Kelly is a 1985 graduate of Texas A & M University in the School of Architecture. He has 21 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry with estimating and job supervision. His responsibilities include project management and administration, purchasing, general management, scheduling, subcontracting, estimating and takeoffs.
 


Bruce CliftonBruce Clifton
Project Manager/Superintendent
936-564-6500 | cell 936-554-8203

Bruce joined CoxJones in 2000 after serving eight years in multiple roles with another local construction company. His responsibilities include estimating, project management, scheduling, safety, jobsite supervision and coordination of subcontractors, conducting on-site inspections to assure compliance with project specifications and quality control. Bruce is OSHA Certified. 


Bill RichardsonBill Richardson
Project Manager/Superintendent
936-564-6500 | cell 936-205-8384

Bill holds a Construction Management degree from Louisiana State University and a Master of Business Administration from Stephen F. Austin State University. He joined the CoxJones team in 2017. His experience includes working with the US Army Corps of Engineers from 2002 to 2008 and serving as Platoon Leader, Company Executive Officer, Battalion Assistant Operations Officer and Battalion Adjutant. His responsibilities at CoxJones include estimating project management, purchasing, scheduling, supervision and coordination of subcontractors, plan review, general job site supervision and quality control. Bill also serves as a member of Rotary Club of Nacogdoches and in the Nacogdoches Heritage Heralds.
 


Anna DunnAnna Dunn, RID
Interior Designer
936-564-6500 | cell 936-615-0064

Anna brings more than 10 years of design-related experience to CoxJones. She is a registered interior designer with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners and certified by NCIDQ. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Baylor University. Anna is passionate about people, creating unforgettable environments and Texan hospitality. Prior to joining CoxJones, she worked as an interior designer in both global and local design firms.
 


Manuel AlonsoManuel Alonso
Concrete Supervisor
936-564-6500 | cell 936-556-4722

Manuel has 22 years of hands-on experience in the concrete industry. His responsibilities as the concrete supervisor are supervision and coordination of crews and projects, excavation, forming, reinforcing review, concrete placement and finishing.

 



John ChassellJohn Chassell
Maintenance Supervisor
936-564-6500

John Chassell began working at CoxJones in 2020. He has more than 30 years of experience working with and maintaining construction equipment. While attending Stephen F. Austin State University, he maintained and serviced equipment on a part-time part time basis. With his skill and ambition he eventually worked his way into a management position. John is an invaluable member of the team.


Shelby ChassellShelby Chassell
Office Manager
936-564-6500

Shelby is a 2004 graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a Master of Professional Accounting. Her responsibilities include assisting the president and project managers with bids and proposals, as well as processing subcontracts, change orders, operation and maintenance manuals, billings, payroll and all other project administration duties as needed.


Janna WeddingJanna Wedding

Janna is the friendly voice you hear when calling CoxJones. Her duties include client reception, processing proposals and invoices, bidding and project logs, close outs documentation and assisting the project managers.
 


 


Shelley HannahShelley Hannah

Shelley has been with the CoxJones team for nine years. She graduated from Angelina College with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Paralegal Studies. She truly plays a role of servitude. From accounts payable to payroll and everything in between, her service touches many projects.