About Us

Family owned with a community focus

Our History

Founded in 2009, Standback General Contractors (SBGC) was formed by two brothers with a strong focus on building for the future. With their first commercial project being awarded in 2011, the team, client roster, and project size has continued to grow.

Currently, with affiliate Amend Business Group, SBGC is located in Orange County, NY.

Our mission is to embrace all opportunities and bring them to reality, while remaining a forward-thinking company that is values driven with a goal of building the future in our community.

Since its inception, Standback has serviced various projects across the Greater Hudson Valley and beyond. These projects include services ranging from general contracting to construction management, and more. Regardless of the project, we take pride in our work and the values we share with our clients. With over 40 years of combined construction management experience, we approach every project as a forward-thinking team that is accountable and ethical.

Our People

The best work begins with the right people. At Standback GC, we have created a culture based on trust, work ethic and a genuine passion for what we do. It won’t take long to see why so many of our clients continue to work with us, time and time again. This is us.

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SBGC founder with over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. James has Business Administration Degree from the College of Saint Rose where he played baseball. James lives in Washingtonville, NY with his wife Niki and their three beautiful children Brayden, Callie, and Dylan, along with their golden retriever Tucker and new puppy Bella. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, taking vacations to the Carolinas and Upstate NY, being outdoors, watching sports, and meeting new and inspiring people.

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James Amend

Chief Executive Officer

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SBGC founder with over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. Thomas has a Business Administration Degree from the College of Saint Rose. He has 2 beautiful children and enjoys spending time with family and friends. He also likes spending time in the Adirondacks and going to country concerts.

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Thomas Amend

Chief Operating Officer

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Robert has over 40 years of construction experience in NYC as a superintendent and project manager for commercial, institutional and large residential projects.

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Robert Amend

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Evan combines 10 years of construction experience with operations management & estimating skills to continue to keep StandBack GC involved in exciting new projects. He also moonlights as StandBack’s amateur IT Specialist.

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Evan Santoro

Senior Estimator

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While Kerry enjoyed the estimating side of SBGC, she has now taken on the role of Director of Internal Operations. Continuing her willingness to help and push to develop long-term operational strategies working closely with senior management. In addition managing insurance, ensuring that subcontractors insurances are up-to-date and compliant. While making sure StandBack’s insurance needs are met as well. Kerry’s daughter keeps her on her toes and they enjoy spending time with friends and family creating a life they love.

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Kerry Wortmann

Director of Internal Operations

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Dan is a graduate of SUNY New Paltz and a life-long Orange County resident. He enjoys mountain biking, off-roading, snowmobiling, and hiking with his wife. In his spare time, he enjoys building furniture and metal fabrication.

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Dan Cocks

Project Manager

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Charlene originally started her career in Advertising and Marketing Communications in NYC with a degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology. Having transplanted to the Hudson Valley over a decade ago, with her husband, and their three girls. She has quickly taken charge with her diverse set of skills in her role at Standback; from an Administrative Assistant to her current role as the AR/AP Coordinator. Charlene enjoys spending her free time with her family and friends, shopping, and cheering her girls on at their multitude of sporting events.

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Charlene Sepulveda

Accounts Receivable

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Devan has over 5 years of cost accounting experience in the Hudson Valley. He is married and lives in Poughkeepsie with his wife and 2 young boys. He enjoys spending quality time with his family & friends. His hobbies include exercising, reading, and listening to music.

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Devan Brighina

Cost Accountant

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David has over 13 years of accounting experience in the Hudson Valley. David earned a Master’s of Business Administration with an emphasis on Accounting and Finance from Mount Saint Mary College. He lives in Middletown, NY with his wife Kristen and their three beautiful children, Jude, Ariel, and Thatcher. He is an Elder at Goodwill Church in Montgomery, NY. David enjoys spending time with his family and friends and his hobbies include archery, gardening and woodworking.

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David Brighina

Controller

Kyle Dembeck

Accounts Payable

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Marc has over 30 years of experience in environmental site remediation and health & safety project oversight. He enjoys outdoor activities, an occasional $5.00 slot machine and screaming at the TV during his daughter’s soccer games.

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Mark Colantuono

Safety Officer

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David Wilson is a construction supervisor and specializes in the trucking division with 30 years of experience. He went to school at Alfred State College with a background in Carpentry. He has served in many fields of construction including heavy equipment operating, welding, plumbing, electrical and even as a mechanic. You may say he is the jack of all trades. He loves outdoors, sports and motorcycles.

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David Wilson

Trucking Director

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Dominic has been working in construction for several years mainly as a project manager. He has worked as a project manager in Long Island, Virginia and has now settled in the Hudson Valley. He loves to work hard and help others. When he’s not hard at work you can find him either outdoors with his wife Amanda and their dog Val or doing his favorite hobby of woodworking.

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Dominic Cappola

Project Manager

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Lauren started in the construction industry in 2017 in residential construction. She loves being involved in the community and making new connections. Whenever she's not working you can usually find her out singing karaoke with friends or spending time with her adorable niece and nephews that she loves more than anything in the world.

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Lauren Helstrom

Administrative Assistant

Our Culture

Because we are a family owned business, we have a tightly woven group of people that share a common set of values. We are confident that if we consistently follow these values, we will continue to grow and be successful. Success means developing meaningful relationships with our clients, team, strategic partners, and surrounding communities that last a lifetime.

At Standback, everyone's ideas and experience matter. We want to give the tools to build your future and reach your highest potential. We also believe in a work/life balance.

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Teamwork

We believe in working as a group to achieve a common goal. It also reinforces that we can always depend on one another.
Accountable

We are always responsible in our relationships and hold ourselves to a standard of accountability through strong communication and proper planning.
Ethical

We guide every relationship based on what is morally correct and best for all parties involved.
Embrace Opportunity

We approach and accept every challenge anew. By giving it our all, we gain the most potential out of every opportunity.
Forward Thinking

With a focus on the future, we create plans and goals that will last beyond the current best practices.

Forever Foundation

For years, Standback GC has made a conscious effort to do great things within the communities of Orange County, hoping to create a legacy that would serve its mission of supporting local nonprofit organizations and educational programs for years to come. In partnership with The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, Tom, Jim, and Joe are proud to create the Forever Foundation. This fund will distribute grants each year to various nonprofit organizations focusing on animal welfare, individuals with disabilities, the local community, student safety and scholarships.

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