Brian has grown with RIGGS since starting in 1986 as a Carpenter Apprentice, advancing over time to Journeyman Carpenter, Project Manager, and more recently Senior Project Manager.  Now, as the Production Manager, he utilizes his firsthand knowledge of all field work and job management to oversee progression of all RIGGS’ jobs, in addition to training and managing the entire field production staff.  Brian is also responsible for tool and material inventory, tool maintenance, and warehouse orderliness.  Decades of experience enables him to act as a client advocate with a focus on fostering and managing relationships between client and staff.

“Brian has naturally transitioned into this position with his years of experience and longevity in the company,” said Amie Riggs, Vice-President of RIGGS Company. “His easy-going personality makes him an amazing teacher and peer. He is a true leader, and we are thrilled about his next chapter here at RIGGS.”

Watching his father excel as a finish carpenter with RIGGS for many years, he grew a passion for carpentry at  a young age, choosing to follow in his father’s footsteps.  Now with more than thirty years as a union  carpenter, Brian has proven himself a skilled craftsman, producing exceptionally beautiful custom woodwork that rivals even his father’s.

“I am excited for my new role and responsibilities with the company, and look forward to learning and growing within the RIGGS family,” said Marquis. “I enjoy the challenge of remodeling and finish work, especially the opportunity to be creative.  Now as Production Manger I get to see all stages of a job, starting with the acquisition of a new project through to the presentation of its final result.”

Brian was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri and is happily married to his wife, Jann. In his free time, he enjoys any time outdoors camping, hunting, and fishing, as well as spending time with his grandchildren.

About RIGGS Company

For nearly 60 years and three generations under family leadership, RIGGS Company has dedicated themselves to the highest values of uncompromising quality, doing what’s best for the client at all times, proposing the right solutions and executing each job with unparalleled excellence. RIGGS is a recipient of the Better Business Bureau TORCH Award, is a longtime supporter of events and causes in the Kirkwood community, and has received numerous Homer Awards from the Home Builders Association of St. Louis. The firm has been featured in the St. Louis Business Journal Table of Experts, in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and a number of construction and remodeling trade publications. For more information, visit www.riggscompanystl.

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No need to wait, don’t let the weather be a setback to your remodel process. Now is the time to start planning for your remodel and designing. Don’t wait until the Spring and Summer when you could start now!

In the past, and depending on the location, remodeling and construction companies had to close shop for the winter. Luckily this is no longer the case for the industry. With new products and technology, we are able to work all winter long.

Most trades can perform in all weather, but there are some restrictions. The main restriction we find is the daylight hours are shorter, meaning less time during the day to work. The crew will be wearing bulkier clothing so they might move a little bit slower than in the summer. We will also take additional measures to prevent broken pipes, ice damming and other water-infiltration problems. You might be thinking, “what about snow?” Well in reality, snow is easier to handle than rain! It’s much easier to tarp snow and is much more forgiving than rain.

If you’re someone who enjoys spending time in your backyard in the Spring in Summer, you might not want to wait until the Spring to build. People who typically start in the spring usually have a torn up yard all through the Summer. If you start in the Winter, you should be able to enjoy your yard all Summer long!

Another great thing about building in the winter is how quickly the work permits are approved. Because fewer people are building in the winter, there are less people applying for permits.

We are extremely lucky in Missouri to have these mild winters which allow us to work all year long. These past few months have been some of the busiest for us and we’re looking at many more projects coming soon! If you were planning to wait until the Spring, give us a call! You can start planning and designing now and get your build done quicker.

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Let us introduce you to the Downtown Kirkwood Special Business District. This group  works to promote and enhance business in the downtown area in Kirkwood. The downtown retains the charm and character of the past (the Kirkwood Train Station has been running since 1853), while combining an abundance of shopping, entertainment and dining with a beautiful outdoor ambiance. Downtown Kirkwood is home to more than 100 specialty shops and restaurants. If you haven’t visited Kirkwood, be sure to make a trip this weekend! You might not want to leave.

15 years ago, Amie became a member of the Kirkwood Special Business District Advisory to help give back and support other businesses in the community. Obviously she enjoyed it so much that she never left the board! The Kirkwood SBD recently awarded Amie with the Longest Time Served on the Advisory Commission.

“I feel blessed to be a part of this group, a group of wonderful people who give back to our community,” said Amie Riggs. “I don’t know how it’s possible that I’ve served the longest when I just graduated high school a few years ago…”

Thank you to the Kirkwood Special Business District for this award and the opportunity to work with you for so many years. We could never picture ourselves in another city, this is and always will be our home.

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