About Us
We are very proud to introduce you to our talented team! We have gradually added to our team to ensure a staff that is fully competent and committed to providing a premier product that goes above and beyond our Clients’ expectations.
Brandon Edwards, Partner – Operations
Brandon began his career in the construction industry in 2001. He is proud graduate of Clemson University’s School of Architecture and holds both his residential builder’s license and his general contractor’s license. After working with a local architect for four years, Brandon qualified for his Residential Builder’s License and began his career in project management for various residential and commercial projects. He has since obtained his Commercial General Contractors license. Brandon is an active participant in the local office of the National Home Builders Association and he currently serves on the Executive Committee for the Board of Directors.
Brandon’s primary role at Element is project oversight from commencement to completion. This includes; preparing bid packages and budgets for new projects, overseeing the purchasing of all materials and labor, ensuring the field and operations teams have all the necessary information, and maintaining strict quality control standards to build a premium custom product.
Andrea Eldred, Partner – Business Development
Andrea began learning the skill of construction management in 2011 while working for her family’s company. She graduated with a degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in Accounting in 2001. After visiting family in Hilton Head, Andrea made the move from New Jersey to Bluffton in 2006. Prior to working with Element, she worked at one of the most exclusive gated communities in Hilton Head as assistant controller.
Andrea manages the budgetary and business responsibilities at Element including Sales & Marketing, Client Outreach, Project Finances, Human Resources and internal accounting.
Andrea is the Founding Chairperson of the local Professional Women in Building council. The local council is chartered by the National Association of Home Builders. She also serves on the Board for the Hilton Head Area Homebuilder’s Association.