IronCore Construction
General Contractor
Ironcore Construction delivers a broad range of third party construction management services delivered by an executive team who collectively have nearly 100 years of experience
With this broad range of experience, Ironcore’s clients can be assured of best practices and an approach to projects that is tailored to their specific needs
Ironcore is a full service construction and development company offering the following third party services:
Bidding
Budgeting
Construction Feasibility Studies
Construction Management
Dedicated On Site Project Development
Design/Build Turnkey Project Management
Document Coordination
General Contracting
Local Agency Coordination
Logistics Planning
Policy and Procedure Development
Project Consulting
Quality Assurance
Scheduling
Specifications Review
Value Engineering
Senior Management
Thomas A. Hodgin - President/RME
Thomas A. Hodgin serves as the President and Responsible Managing Employee (RME) of Ironcore Construction LLC, overseeing all operations, including quality control and assurance policies. With over 30 years of experience in the architectural and construction industries, Mr. Hodgin is trained as an architect and is also a licensed General Contractor.
Prior to joining Ironcore, Mr. Hodgin managed and commissioned projects across all phases of development, with a strong background in multi-family low-income affordable housing. Most recently, as the Senior Director of Construction/RME at Jamboree Housing Corporation, he oversaw pre-construction and construction for more than 30 projects valued at over $900 million. Previously, he was the Owner and President of the Design and Entitlement division of Palm Communities, a leading affordable housing developer, where he managed all facets of development for affordable multifamily and mixed-use projects, successfully entitling, designing, bidding, and constructing over 20 projects.
Tamisen O’ Dell - Finance Controller
Tamisen O’Dell is an accomplished Financial Controller with over 16 years of experience in construction accounting and financial operations. She specializes in GAAP‑compliant reporting, FYE close procedures, job costing, payroll, prevailing wage compliance, and preparation of CPA‑ready financial packages. Tamisen provides financial management, project accounting, contract review, risk management, insurance oversight, and forensic accounting support to construction firms. Her background also includes serving as Senior Project Accountant/Controller at Construct & Maintain Corp, where she led payroll, insurance audits, HR, WIP reporting, budgeting, and contract compliance.
Tamisen is known for her process‑driven approach, strong leadership, and ability to build efficient financial systems that support organizational growth. She combines technical accounting skill with a deep understanding of field‑to‑office operations, making her a trusted financial partner in the construction industry.
Aaron Rafelle - VP Field Operations
Aaron serves as the VP of Field Operations for Ironcore where he oversees all aspects of our field operations, ensuring we continue to uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency across every job site. With over 35 years of experience in construction leadership, field operations, and project execution. Mr. Rafelle’s track record of driving operational excellence, fostering strong team cultures, and delivering complex projects on time and on budget makes him a fantastic addition to our team leadership. He’s passionate about empowering teams, streamlining processes, and building lasting client relationships.
Allan Shive - Construction Scheduling Manager
Allan, our Construction Scheduling Manager, has over 16 years of experience in the construction industry, starting his career as a Mason and advancing to roles such as GC Superintendent before specializing in project scheduling. His hands-on background gives him a unique perspective on managing timelines and resources effectively. Mr. Shive thrives in high-paced, solution-driven environments and values collaboration to achieve project success. His extensive field experience combined with scheduling expertise ensures projects stay on track and meet client expectations.
Anthony (Tony) Baxley - Senior Project Manager, Northern California
Anthony (Tony) Baxley serves as a seasoned Senior Project Manager at Ironcore Construction, bringing over a decade of experience managing complex, large-scale projects across California. His expertise spans multifamily residential developments, critical operations facilities, and high-profile sports arenas.
Tony began his career as a Project Engineer on landmark projects such as Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara and the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, where he managed structural trades and coordinated design-build execution for specialized scopes. He later advanced into project leadership roles, overseeing major developments including the Willow View Apartments in Bay Point – a 172-unit affordable housing community that earned Project of the Year in 2021 – and the ongoing 38 Degrees North Apartments in Santa Rosa, a $65 million, 210-unit multifamily project featuring extensive civil work and a protected green zone. Throughout his career, Tony has demonstrated exceptional skills in schedule and cash flow management, consultant coordination, and team leadership. His portfolio reflects a commitment to delivering projects on time and under budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
Dani Tiffany - Schaefer - Senior Project Manager, Southern California
Dani Tiffany-Schaefer serves as an experienced Senior Project Manager at Ironcore Construction, with over 30 years of experience in the Construction industry. Her portfolio of project types includes ground up commercial spaces, hotels, family entertainment centers, and multi-family communities.
Mrs. Tiffany-Schafer began her career in Arizona, building a wide variety ground up projects, including work on sovereign nation land; however, found a passion for the multifamily sector and has been involved in several upscale projects such as SOHO Live/Work/Play in Scottsdale, AZ, Rosedale Residence in Phoenix, AZ. Before joining the Ironcore Construction team, Mrs. Tiffany-Schaefer was the lead Project Manager for a $112 million - 480-unit community in Chula Vista. This 15-acre site included (4) four-story buildings and (4) three-story buildings, all wood-framed and slab-on-grade. She led all onsite Project Management operational activities.
Shannon Lewis - Senior Project Manager, Southern California
Shannon Lewis is an experienced Multifamily Construction Project Manager with 20+ years overseeing ground‑up developments, podium and high‑rise projects, luxury custom homes, and large‑scale capital improvements. She has managed more than 900 units and $150M+ in project value, leading complex projects from pre‑development through closeout with strong budget control, schedule management, and cross‑functional team coordination.
Shannon brings deep expertise in constructability review, procurement, RFIs/submittals, change order management, and owner and stakeholder communication. Her experience includes key roles with Greystar Development, BVB Construction, and Lennar Development, supported by a BA in Accounting from University of San Diego. She is known for delivering high‑quality projects on time, on budget, and with exceptional attention to detail.
Robert Anderson - Construction Superintendent
Robert Anderson is a seasoned Construction Superintendent with over 30 years of experience overseeing complex residential and mixed‑use developments across California. He has managed field operations for multiple large-scale Greystar projects, including Elan Mountain View (164 units, 5‑story mixed‑use with 2‑level underground parking), Savoy/Kifer (520 units with Texas‑wrap garage), Landsby (636 units across four 5‑story buildings), Vasara (335 units, 7 stories with above‑grade parking), and Passero (371 units in two 8‑story mid‑rise buildings). Robert brings deep experience in structural supervision, on‑site coordination, QA/QC, and delivering projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Arturo Osorio - Construction Superintendent
Arturo S. Osorio is a veteran Construction Superintendent with over 30 years of experience overseeing complex ground‑up, podium, wrap, modular, commercial, and public‑sector projects across California. He has managed $30M+ developments and supervised teams of more than 100 personnel, with strong capabilities in scheduling, coordination, QA/QC, inspections, and site safety. Holding a B.S. in Civil Engineering and OSHA 10 & 30 certifications, Arturo is known for his technical expertise, detailed documentation control, and ability to drive schedules and manage subcontractors efficiently while ensuring safe, high‑quality project delivery.