Dane Backus, Project Manager

Dane Backus

Project Manager

Facilities

About

With over 12 years of diverse experience in corporate project management and construction, Dane Backus brings a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects while ensuring strict adherence to schedule, quality, and budget requirements. Known for his precision and adaptability, Dane excels in fostering collaborative relationships with owners, design teams, and subcontractors— delivering projects that meet both operational goals and stakeholder expectations. His commitment to clear communication and proactive coordination supports successful project execution across a wide range of scopes and industries.

Past projects

  1. Corporate Office and Warehouse Tenant Improvement

    Brand Safeway

    2025 — 2026

    Corporate Office and Warehouse Tenant Improvement project image

    Managed a tenant improvement project from preconstruction through closeout, overseeing daily operations, budgets, schedules, subcontractor coordination, and procurement. The scope included demolition and build-out of offices, conference rooms, and a kitchen, with new framing, drywall, paint, flooring, fixtures, millwork, electrical, and plumbing.

  2. Venture X

    Venture X

    2025 — 2026

    Venture X project image

    Managed the complete demolition and renovation of a second-floor office suite and lounge area, including more than 110 offices, meeting rooms, collaboration spaces, a kitchen, and a lobby. The build-out incorporated all-new finishes and fixtures, with the client’s brand standards reflected throughout.

  3. Emergency Structural Roof Repair

    Lincoln Properties

    2022 — 2022

    Emergency Structural Roof Repair project image

    Managed the emergency response and structural repairs following a truss failure and partial roof collapse at the Papago property, which housed a glass manufacturing facility. Quickly mobilized crews for temporary shoring, coordinated with a structural engineer, and oversaw extensive roof repairs. Prioritized safety and an accelerated schedule to minimize downtime and restore the tenant’s production operations as quickly as possible.

Interesting fact

He was in the saddle before he was on his feet.