The ABCSD Young Professionals Mentorship Program

Founded in 2023, the ABC San Diego Chapter (ABCSD) Young Professionals Mentorship Program is a free benefit for ABC San Diego members created to support the next generation of construction leaders. The program connects emerging professionals with industry leaders and peers in a collaborative environment focused on mentorship, relationship-building, and career development.

Participants receive guidance, support, and encouragement as they work toward their personal and professional goals. Through the program, mentees are paired with experienced mentors who serve as trusted advisors and sources of inspiration. With regular connections, practical feedback, and shared industry insights, participants are empowered to strengthen their skills, expand their networks, and become future leaders in construction.

Open to construction professionals at every career stage and across diverse roles, the program offers meaningful opportunities for everyone to learn, connect, and succeed. The 2026 program runs from May through November, and mentee applications close May 14, 2026. We invite you to be part of a program designed to help build your future in the construction industry.

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Our Mission

ABCSD’s Young Professionals (YP) program aims to shape the future of our industry by supporting the growth of young professionals employed by ABC members. The program creates opportunities for young leaders to build relationships, expand their skills and advance their careers while continuing to promote open competition and the merit shop philosophy.

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Mentoring is a special partnership between two people or group based on commitment to the mentoring process, common goals/expectations of partnership, and mutual trust and respect. Mentoring is a “get and give” relationship with the goal of providing both partners with rich, rewarding experiences.

As a mentee in our program, you will be paired with an experienced mentor who will serve as your trusted advisor, sounding board, and source of inspiration. In addition, you will meet regularly to discuss your challenges, opportunities, and aspirations and to receive feedback, advice, and encouragement.

Whether you are seeking to advance your career, start a business, or pursue other personal or professional aspirations, our program can help you get there. We are confident you will benefit from participating.

Our Process

Apply

Tell us about yourself, the type of mentoring you’re interested in, and your goals.

Review

After application period closes on May 14, 2026, our Young Professionals Committee will review your application and will match you with a mentor that is the perfect match for you.

Connect

Our committee facilitators will reach out to you to connect you with your mentor. They will guide you to the pathway to make your mentorship successful.

Meet Our 2026 Mentors

Each of our mentors were hand-selected for their depth of experience and contributions to their company and ABC San Diego. All of our mentors have a minimum of 15 years of experience in their field and hold positions of influence within their company or industry.

Corey Crosby

Director of Safety & Risk Management
Teague Insurance

Greg Wright

Construction Manager
Wright General Contracting

Harrison Cooney

Sales Producer
West Coast Group Benefits

Jason Thronton

Partner
Finch, Thornton, & Baird

Jay Bradley

President & Co-Founder
Applied Mechanical Solutions

Joe Ahrens

General Superintendent
HPS Mechanical, Inc.

Jonn McKittrick

Senior Operations Manager
Bergelectric

Steven Cabaj

President
Electronic & Telecom Systems (ETS)

Pierre Klee

Owner
Klee Construction

Ramak Rahnemoon, P.E., LEED AP

Pre-Construction Engineer
Pacific Rim Mechanical

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Become a Mentee

Mentee applications close May 14, 2026. If you miss the cutoff date, contact us and we will try to accommodate.

Mentee Benefits:

Opportunities to build new relationships both professionally and personally.
Develop strong communication skills.
Receive guidance and support from someone in your trade and/or industry.
Guidance on professional development goals.
Learn from other’s experiences.
Exposure to new and different perspectives

The information on your application will be used by the Young Professionals Committee to match you with a mentor.

Mentor and Mentee Portal

To make this mentorship program successful, we created an exclusive portal for our mentors and mentees. They can easily download and submit documents. Our mentors and mentees will be able to access: