Meet Our Team

When you work with us, you are choosing a reliable partner committed to a collaborative experience. Our ultimate goal is to ensure you’re not just satisfied, but genuinely happy to have chosen Gordon Milar Construction for your new Utah home.

Building a custom home is a complex journey that requires a vast network of expertise. While our extended team includes trusted attorneys, accountants, and specialized consultants who work behind the scenes to keep every project on track, we have curated this page to feature the individuals you will interact with most. These are the primary team members who will be by your side from the first sketch to the final walkthrough.

From our lead architectural drafters and interior designers to our dedicated project managers and key professional partners, each person listed below plays a vital role in your experience. We invite you to get to know the faces of Gordon Milar Construction.

Click on the plus icons (+) below to read more about our team members’ professional backgrounds, their specific roles in your build, and why they love creating custom homes along the Wasatch Front.

Gordon Milar

President & CEO

  • Gordon Milar leads the company with more than 40 years of experience, standing among the Wasatch Front’s most seasoned and respected homebuilders. Since beginning his career in the 1970s, he has maintained a hands-on leadership style that defines the company’s culture, personally guiding homebuyers through the building process to ensure their vision is realized. Gordon remains deeply involved in every detail, from initial pricing and contracts to start meetings, construction supervision, and final buyer walk-throughs.

    Even as he manages the firm’s strategic direction, Gordon remains dedicated to the final steps of the journey, overseeing closings and warranty work to ensure every home meets his exacting standards. Outside of his professional life, Gordon is a happy husband and proud father of 11 children. He is an avid traveler and enjoys playing golf whenever he has the chance.

Dan Milar

Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

  • Dan Milar provides strategic vision and operational leadership while overseeing Gordon Milar Construction’s financial health. With more than 15 years of experience in home design and project management, he manages the entire project lifecycle — from securing construction financing and permitting to reviewing plan designs and grading. His technical oversight extends through the excavation and 4-way inspection phases to final closings.

    Dan earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and an MBA from Brigham Young University. A dually licensed professional in Utah, he maintains B100 and E100 credentials, reflecting a commitment to technical excellence and disciplined execution. Outside of his professional roles, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife and six children.

Robert Madsen

Vice President & Chief Operating Officer

  • Robert Madsen oversees the operational execution of residential and commercial projects for Gordon Milar Construction, supervising project managers and managing subcontractor and supplier relations. With 15 years of experience in investment banking and corporate management—and more than eight years specifically in construction—he applies an analytical approach to maintain rigorous timelines and optimize supply chains. He also conducts drone flights to gather grading data and site surveys.

    Robert earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University and holds a CPA license in Texas. Outside of work, he enjoys running, climbing, hiking, skiing, and boating with his wife and their five children.

Ben Milar

Principal Listing Agent

  • Ben Milar has been a driving force in the real estate industry for more than 15 years, specializing in helping homebuyers find the perfect lot and neighborhood to build their dream home. As the principal listing agent and a key member of the family business, Ben plays a vital role in the customization process, assisting clients with plan design, contract preparation, and color selections. He remains a dedicated advocate for buyers through the build, managing changes after the start meeting, and personally conducting buyer walk-throughs to ensure every detail is correct.

    Beyond his professional work, Ben is the father of five children and remains very active in the community through his love of soccer. He is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys camping and exploring the beauty of the mountain west with his family.

Pete Codella

Chief Marketing Officer

  • Pete Codella leads Gordon Milar Construction’s brand architecture and integrated marketing strategy. With three decades of experience across the public, private, and higher education sectors, he specializes in aligning corporate identity with growth and modernizing sales enablement. Before joining the firm, Pete was a managing director in the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity.

    Pete earned a bachelor’s degree in communication studies from Brigham Young University and an MBA from the University of Utah. An active member of the local community, he has a passion for musical theater (you’ll see him on stage at Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy about once a year) and enjoys baking (brand: #Pete’s Treats). He lives in South Jordan with his wife, Vickey, and their aussiedoodle, and is the proud father of two adult children.

Jen Morris

Executive Assistant & Experience Specialist

  • Jen Morris manages accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the bidding process. Her multifaceted role includes overseeing utilities, bonds, and warranty work, as well as capturing photos for home buyers to document project progress. As an experience specialist, Jen is dedicated to ensuring a seamless and positive journey for every home buyer from start to finish.

    Jen earned a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University. Outside of the office, she is a proud mother of four and grandmother to three granddaughters. She stays active by working out and loves traveling to the beach whenever possible.

Sara Bullock

Project Manager & Drafter

  • Sara Bullock brings more than 10 years of homebuilding experience to the team. She manages the technical foundation of each project, from drafting plans and creating renderings to navigating the permitting process. Beyond design, Sara is active on the job site, where she supervises construction, manages subcontractor and inspection scheduling, and leads buyer walk-throughs to ensure every home is built to precision.

    Sara earned a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University. Outside of work, she is a dedicated mother to her daughter and enjoys the quiet of a good book and the adventure of traveling to new destinations.

Temple McDowell

Drafter

  • Temple McDowell brings more than 35 years of experience in architectural drafting and interior design to the company, specializing in both new construction and large-scale remodels. In her role, she manages space planning and the drafting of detailed plans and blueprints, while customizing floor plans, layouts, and elevations to meet each homeowner’s unique needs. Her deep technical expertise also allows her to contribute to homebuilding projects in partnership with project managers, designers, and others.

    Outside of her professional work, Temple is the mother of three children and the owner of a bougie husky. She is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, biking, and camping in her free time.

Lara Langston

Principal Designer

  • Lara Langston guides homeowners through the vital process of selecting colors, finishes, and interior details. With a sharp eye for modern aesthetics and functional design, she also collaborates on floor plans, layouts, and exterior concepts to ensure every home is cohesive and beautiful. Lara’s work is essential in translating a homeowner’s vision into the high-end, custom reality that defines the company’s portfolio.

    Lara earned a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University. A self-described boy mom, she has a lifelong passion for fashion and all forms of good design. In her free time, she enjoys staying inspired by the latest design trends and spending time with her family.

Laurel Bevens

Regulatory Compliance & Government Relations

Karen Wisan

Controller

  • Karen Wisan manages the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, budgets, and construction draws. Before joining the firm, she spent more than seven years in New York City at an investment research firm, where she led teams based in Austin, Texas, and India, overseeing healthcare research networks and internal systems development initiatives.

    Karen earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three boys. She’s an avid mountain biker and stays active in her community by playing the organ for her church congregation and feeding a houseful of teenagers.

Emily Todd

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Emily Todd manages accounts receivable and subcontractor onboarding while supporting the company’s controller and CFO. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University. Outside of work, Emily enjoys running, biking, and being home with her young daughter and her chickens. She also has a particular fondness for the ambiance of twinkle lights.

Matt Todd

Project Manager

  • Matt Todd oversees on-site operations, including scheduling, inspections, and buyer relationships. With five years of experience at Gordon Milar Construction, he manages project changes and problem-solving to ensure a seamless build process. Matt also serves as a grading consultant and coordinator, utilizing drone data and collaborating with civil engineers to provide guidance on grading best practices.

    Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University. Outside of work, he and his wife have one daughter and another child on the way. Matt’s an outdoor and endurance enthusiast; he enjoys competitive distance running, climbing, kayaking, skiing, and mountaineering, as well as classic literature.

Randy Chatwin

Project Manager

  • Randy Chatwin brings a wealth of experience gained from a lifetime in the homebuilding industry. Having been involved in construction since he was a teenager, Randy oversees the daily operations of his projects, ensuring that every build runs smoothly. He manages the availability and performance of the company’s equipment while leading on-site safety management, ensuring every project meets the company’s high standards for construction excellence.

    Outside of work, Randy is a devoted family man and the father of five children. He is an avid outdoorsman who loves camping, hunting, and fishing. When he isn't in the field, he enjoys playing cards and board games with his family and making the most of their time together.

Dusty Haws

Project Manager

  • Dusty Haws oversees the critical logistics of the building process. He manages subcontractor and partner scheduling, inspection coordination, and material procurement to ensure every home stays on track. With a focus on quality assurance and compliance, Dusty helps lead on-site safety management, ensuring every project meets the company’s high standards for construction excellence.

    Dusty earned a bachelor’s degree from Utah State University. Outside of his professional life, he is a dedicated father to four children. A true sports enthusiast and passionate about fitness, he can often be found staying active or cheering on his favorite teams in his free time.