Our Team
Pete Olson
Owner
Pete Olson, founder of PJ Builders, is a man of form, function, and craft. After studying civil engineering and gaining a mastery of rough and finish carpentry, he adds a level of forethought and realism to the logistical navigation associated with general contracting. He’s made a name for himself though his Historic renovations in Old Town, which is comparable to building in Manhattan. After successfully facing those challenges for years, his craft and demand for quality shows effortlessly in his Custom home builds.
Douglas Matt (Wolfe) the Second
Master Carpenter
A Milwaukee native, Douglas hitched a ride with a friend who was driving to Park City and never moved back. A 25-year veteran of the building industry, he joined PJ Builders as a carpenter in 2011. His lifelong dream of someday building his own home initially got him interested in his craft. And now he is actually building his dream house in Hawaii when not hard at work on PJ Builders’ Park City projects.
Douglas’ mom raised both him and his brother on her own, making her his greatest inspiration. He measures success by ending each day with all 10 fingers intact.
Dianne Smith
Office Manager
PJ Builders’ essential Office Manager since 2013 when she moved to Park City, Dianne is from Austin, Texas. It was her husband’s job that brought them to Park City, which she blissfully refers to as “paradise” for its laid back, outdoorsy culture.
Dianne enjoys her role as the number cruncher at PJ Builders and keeps the business organized and running smoothly. Her definition of success is to achieve her goals at “the end of the path.”
When not running the office, Dianne’s pursuits include alpine skiing, hiking, biking, supporting her three children in their endeavors, and most of all, adventures with Big Al.
Pamela Dore Alford
Marketing Director
Pamela Alford brings many decades of event and film production savvy to her role as marketing director at PJ Builders.
She uses her strong sense of timing to seize opportunities to elevate the brand’s awareness and maintains zeal for both design and practicality.
In addition to her ability to manage a strong team of people and her ability to concisely communicate, she has a salty sense of humor that keeps her co-workers and family full of laughter. She enjoys traveling, working in the yard, and giving back to the Park City community.
Averill Holmes
Carpenter
Born and raised in Massachusetts as the son of a state building inspector, the ability to construct in a level and sturdy manner runs in Averill Homes’ blood. After serving stateside for eight years with the United States Naval Construction Battalions, better known as the Seabees, he followed his new bride to the Beehive State to be closer to her family in Heber City.
Averill first learned of PJ Builders from a local catalogue he picked up during his first week in Utah. PJ seemed to complement his desire to be a part of a team known for exceptional quality. Although the company was not openly hiring, he found its small Park City office and slipped his resume under the door. He was subsequently hired and ,has been part of the team since 2017. Averill’s “can do” attitude can by summarized by his motto developed during his time as a Seabee: “With willing hearts and skillful hands, the difficult we do at once, the impossible takes a bit longer.”
When not working with the PJ Builders team on its latest and greatest projects, he can be found hiking in the Uintas, skiing McConkey’s at Park City Mountain, cooking a new creation in the kitchen, or hanging curtains for his mother-in-law.
Riley P. King
Project Manager
Moving to the area from his home state of Vermont in 2005, Riley has lived and matured in Park City over the last 14 years. Like so many ski bums before him, this Green Mountain kid has managed to turn a ski season into a permanent home away from home. Driven by adventure and the outdoors, Riley enjoys a variety of activities involving fresh air, friends and adrenaline. When not working and learning with the PJ Builders team, he will be found mountain biking, skiing powder, traveling, camping and surfing all with his trusty companion dog, Floyd. Riley’s favorite outdoor activity is freeride mountain biking throughout Utah and in the famous Whistler Bike Park, to which he makes the Canadian migration each fall for pure loam freedom. Riley looks forward to making a lasting impression within the PJ Builders family through a positive attitude, a budding passion for the industry and high-end customer service, all while creating artistic homes of quality and design.
Tom Ghelli
Carpenter
Tom’s a New Hampshire native that came to Utah to ski powder 20 years ago. A passionate skier and mountain biker, he has spent time working in both industries. Most recently, he spent 6 years as a pro mountain bike mechanic, traveling North America to races and events. Since his teenage years Tom has worked professionally in various facets of the construction world. He brings a vast amount of experience with him along with a refined eye for design. Outside of work, Tom spends much of his time in the mountains, living in the backcountry at 9000’ with his dog Molly, and making the most out of every season in the Wasatch.
Michael Rivera
The newest member in our team. Definitely knows how to work hard and still have an enjoyable time. Before joining the team, Michael was in remodeling for 3 years and felt like he need to do something new, that’s where the PJ Building team came in and gave him the challenge he needed. Michael was born in Salt Lake City raised in a small beautiful town named Heber City Utah. Aside of working this kiddo is always on the road having a good time with his car and hiking in the beautiful mountains. Michael can’t wait to start a long journey with the team and see what this job brings.
Bjorn
Bjorn loves working with the PJ Builder Crew after he has his power walks every morning. He started off as a sawdust sweeper and now has graduated to a tool caddy. He enjoys going to Home Depot so he can show off his knowledge of the building industry by running up and down every isle and greeting everyone in the store. He will work for meat treats but will take long afternoon naps as the rest of the crew continues to work. As the newest member of the team he has become a source of entertainment and he looks forward to interacting with his new teammates and furthering his education with PJ Builders team.
