Moving the Upstate forward.

True to their name, founders Chase Lanier and Eric Segale’s complementary strengths and experience in preconstruction management and field operations enabled them to build a company from the ground up. Each member of the Dovetail team—from leadership to tradesmen—live by our mission of elevating the communities we serve by treating each relationship and build as an opportunity to positively impact the future.

Eric Segale

Co-Owner

Eric Segale graduated from Clemson University with a degree in Construction Science and Management. He began working for Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC as an intern while in school and continued his career after graduation for the next 14 years in field management.

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Working alongside a team of extremely talented coworkers and subs, Eric has gained a wealth of knowledge in the field throughout his tenure. With significant experience in ground-up concrete and steel structures, medical facilities, high-end office renovations, and tenant upfits, Eric is well suited to successfully deliver any project that is presented.

Eric lives in Greenville, SC, with his wife Mandi, their son Leo, and their daughter Lucy. While not on a job site with tools in hand, you’ll find Eric & family adventuring on a trail, river, or lake or on two wheels.

Chase Lanier

Co-Owner

Chase Lanier grew up in Easley, SC and attended Clemson University where he obtained his undergraduate degree in Construction Science and Management. Chase began working at Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC in 2010 where he continued his career for the following 8 years.

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During his tenure there, he focused on a variety of projects in healthcare, multi-family, and traditional commercial/office, working in three different states and six various major cities. Before starting Dovetail Construction with Eric, Chase spent four years working with a family business specializing in custom home building and light commercial construction. While working full-time, Chase also obtained his Masters in Business Administration from Clemson University.

Chase lives in Greenville with his wife Brooke, oldest daughter Rhodes, and youngest daughter Draper. After work hours, you can find Chase running through the streets of Greenville, on a golf course, watching college football, or playing outside with his three girls… and most likely drinking coffee.

Chris Lancaster

Superintendent

Chris Lancaster was born and raised in Fountain Inn, SC. He graduated from Clemson University in 2016 with his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. After graduation, Chris developed customer skills in sales of construction materials.

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Chris started working for Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC in September of 2019. He had the privilege of working on multiple successful projects, including the Camperdown Development in Greenville, CAMP Eatery, DC Blox Data Center, and Memorial Stadium in Clemson.

Chris and his wife Courtney live in Fountain Inn with their four-legged “child,” Murphy.  In his spare time, Chris enjoys quality time with his family, working on home projects, exercising, and enjoying the outdoors.

Danny Roberts

Superintendent

Danny Roberts was born in the Dominican Republic and raised in New York City. He moved to Easley, SC in 2009 where he began working for a drywall contractor. Danny worked for Sears Contract for several years before transitioning to general contracting with Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC.

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Having the opportunity to work on various projects with B&G allowed Danny to realize his love for the field of construction. He was a part of many successful projects, including Falls Tower, Elliot Davis, Blue Bell Creamery, and the renovation of Memorial Stadium in Clemson.

Danny still lives in Easley with his beautiful wife, Catherine, and his three boys–Danell, Adael, and Thiago. In his free time, he is likely with his family, watching movies, listening to music, or playing basketball.

Kessler Scott

Project Manager

Kessler grew up in Aiken, SC and attended Clemson University, where he majored in Construction Science and Management. Before joining Dovetail, he worked with JE Dunn Construction and Harper General Contractors, where he gained experience in healthcare, hospitality, and industrial construction.

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Kessler is a team player who has built strong relationships with local subcontractors, owners, and design teams. He enjoys engaging in each project’s unique challenges with creativity and collaboration.

Kessler lives in Greenville with his wife Caitlin, their daughter Palmer, and their dog Rummy. He enjoys spending time outdoors, golfing, fishing, and cheering on the Clemson Tigers.

Angel Camilo

Assistant Superintendent

Angel Camilo was born and raised in New York City. He moved to Piedmont, SC in 2012 where he began working for Sears Contract. Angel spent several years at Sears Contract where he developed the experience to pursue becoming a drywall contractor.

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As a drywall contractor, he worked alongside several general contractors, including Brasfield and Gorrie, Robins and Morton, Harper General Contractors, JE Dunn Construction, and Holder. He’s proud to have been a team member for the ICU Renovations at Greenville Memorial Hospital, Clemson University’s latest housing community, Douthit Hills, and the construction of Mission Hospital in Ashville, North Carolina.

Angel still lives in Piedmont, with his wife Daniella, and his son Giovani. When not in the field, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing basketball, and reading.

Nancy Harris

Director of Internal Systems Administration

Nancy has lived in the Greenville, SC area since 1982 and attended Anderson College (now Anderson University) as a Business major. She brings to Dovetail Construction over 30 years of administrative and project support experience in the engineering/construction industry.

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Before coming to Dovetail, Nancy worked at Harper General Contractors for over 22 years.  She is familiar with commercial construction projects and has the knowledge and proficiency in an administrative role.  She firmly believes you must have a dedicated team of people for a project to be successful.

 

Nancy now lives in Taylors, SC with her husband Brian and their dog Sadie.  They have two adult children and welcomed their first grandchild Christmas 2023.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, tailgating at Clemson football games, and being active in her church.

Ben Howard

Superintendent

Ben Howard was born and raised in Greenville, SC. While studying Business Management at Greenville Technical College, he started working with a supplier of building construction materials and began construction of his first personal home in 2000 for he and his wife, Jenny.

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After building their second personal home, Ben realized he had a passion for the building process and obtained his residential builders license in 2004. Ben then transitioned from construction material sales to project management of custom home builds for the proceeding 20 years. Ben also ran his own business that specialized in new construction and renovations.

 

Ben still lives in Greenville with his beautiful wife, Jenny, their daughter Drew and their son Cohen. In his spare time, Ben enjoys cooking for his family, working on home projects and enjoying the outdoors.

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