John Shortall
Vice President
John brings over 44 years of experience in the construction industry, including 24 years with Universal Construction, where he has built a reputation for strong leadership and clear communication. Beginning his career in the field as a superintendent, he developed a hands-on understanding of construction that continues to shape his approach today as a Project Manager and Project Executive.
Known for keeping clients, teams, and stakeholders well informed throughout every phase of a project, John prioritizes transparency, consistency, and relationship-driven results. His experience spans a wide range of projects across education, healthcare, civic, and commercial sectors, reflecting a long-standing commitment to quality construction and dependable project delivery. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his family and exploring Kansas City’s restaurant scene, and is always ready with a recommendation.
Memorable Projects Include:
- Truman Courthouse
- North Platte Junior High School
- Belton Community Center
John has contributed to a wide range of projects across education, healthcare, civic, and commercial sectors throughout his career.
Delivering Leadership Through Experience and Communication
Project Leadership
Leading projects with a focus on consistency, quality, and dependable results.
Client Communication
Clear and proactive communication across clients, teams, and stakeholders.
Field-Based Experience
A strong foundation built from early career experience as a field superintendent.
Project Execution
Reliable delivery across all phases of construction, from planning through completion.
Versatile Project Delivery
Consistent results across a diverse portfolio of project types and client needs.
44 Years in Construction
Extensive industry experience delivering long term value across diverse project types, with a proven commitment to UCC and consistent project success.
