About Fortis

Built on more than 30 years of wet utility expertise. Driven by the people who deliver it.

Fortis Siteworks is part of the Shaifer Companies family of businesses. What started as a water-utility operation more than three decades ago has grown into a sitework and infrastructure contractor with 13 crews operating across Georgia. Fortis self-performs underground utilities, horizontal boring and grading under one company. The people below provide the field leadership, planning and support behind that work.

Our Core Values

Our values create a culture of trust, integrity, and accountability

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Dedication

We emphasize an unwavering commitment to family, colleagues, and tasks, producing high-quality results for our company and customers.

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Integrity

We are committed to upholding an ethical framework. We pledge to consistently do the right thing, to maintain professionalism, and to act with honesty.

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Respect

We prioritize treating others with consideration, dignity, and empathy, fostering an environment of mutual understanding and support.

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Safety-Obsessed

We are committed to safety by genuinely caring for the health, safety, and well-being of our team members, customers, communities, and the environment.

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Solutions-Driven

We demonstrate leadership through the establishment of high standards, out-of-the box thinking, and owning any task or issue given to us until a satisfactory solution is achieved.

Our Strategy

Wet utilities, horizontal boring and grading are closely connected in the field. Fortis performs those scopes under one company, giving clients one point of contact, one safety program and fewer handoffs from clearing through closeout. Our crews can coordinate schedules, resolve conflicts and respond quickly when site conditions change.

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Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team can help make your project a reality!

Adam Shaifer

President

As President of Fortis Siteworks, Adam Shaifer leads the company with a vision for excellence in turnkey site development. His leadership is rooted in a commitment to quality, innovation, and community impact. Adam is dedicated to fostering strong partnerships and ensuring Fortis delivers top-tier solutions that help communities grow. His strategic mindset and industry expertise continue to drive the company’s success.

Mike Wilson

Chief Operating Officer

Mike Wilson has served as COO of Fortis Siteworks since 2022, leveraging his experience in site development and passion for community partnerships. Originally from North Carolina, Mike now calls Georgia home, enjoying Braves games and family time. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Colorado Mesa University. His commitment to excellence and customer relationships drives the company’s success as a trusted industry leader.

Scott Turnbull

Chief Financial Officer

Scott brings two decades of financial leadership, beginning at KPMG before serving as financial controller for a concrete contractor through the 2008 downturn. As Chief Financial Officer, he directs financial strategy, maintains the controls that support bonding capacity and growth, and holds a CPA and a Georgia Commercial Contractor's License.

Chris Adams

Vice President of Construction

Chris Adams brings a wealth of experience in site development and project execution. He is responsible for overseeing utility installation operations, ensuring that every job meets Fortis’ high standards for quality and efficiency. Chris is passionate about building strong teams, fostering a culture of safety, and delivering top-tier results that help shape growing communities.

Ben Archer

Operations Manager

Ben brings more than 12 years in heavy civil construction and a degree in Environmental Sciences from Georgia College & State University. As Manager of Heavy Civil Construction, he oversees major project execution, having advanced through roles at Sunbelt Structures, Georgia Bridge & Concrete, and G.P.'s Enterprises. A husband and father of three, Ben values hard work, integrity, and community impact.

Melissa Wilson

Accounting Manager

With over a decade in construction finance, Melissa Wilson manages contracts and financial operations at Fortis Siteworks. A North Carolina native, she ensures projects run smoothly through strategic planning and resource management. Passionate about equipping teams, she helps Fortis deliver top-tier site development. Outside work, she enjoys time with family.

Rob Ward

Supply Chain and Inventory Manager

Rob Ward brings diverse expertise in quality assurance and supply chain management to Fortis. With experience in the aircraft and chemical industries, he has optimized operations at Triumph/Vought and Zschimmer & Schwartz. Rob excels in logistics and resource management, ensuring teams have what they need to succeed. His strategic mindset makes him a valuable asset to Fortis.

Kyle Collins

Director of Business Development

Kyle brings over 12 years’ experience from state agency communications and strategic program management for Georgia’s largest transportation projects ever awarded. As Director of Business Development, he manages the Fortis opportunity pipeline, coordinates closely with estimating and operations, and remains engaged with planned developments and industry activity across the regional market.

Beronica Martinez

Office Manager

Beronica brings a background spanning human resources, office operations, safety compliance, and marketing communications. As Office Manager, she leads the company's training and onboarding programs, develops bilingual safety materials that reach every member of the field crew, and manages the Fortis brand across social media and print.

Brayden Batchelor

Estimator/Assistant Project Manager

Brayden Batchelor brings estimating precision and hands-on project support to Fortis Siteworks. A graduate of Georgia Southern University with a degree in Construction Management, he handles takeoffs, quantities, and vendor and subcontractor quotes. He also supports post-award job setup, procurement, scheduling, and cost tracking. Outside of work, Brayden bass fishes, gets outdoors whenever he can, and treasures time with family and friends.