Our Leadership

Mark Zimmerman

Mark Zimmerman

General Partner

Mark Zimmerman received his Bachelor degrees in Accounting and Finance/Real Estate from New Mexico State University. Mark’s principal responsibilities include all areas of company finance such as negotiating and documenting corporate level matters, supervising legal matters, accounting matters and project managers.

Charles W. Kavanaugh

Charles W. Kavanaugh

General Partner

Charles Kavanaugh is a graduate of the University of Southern California and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Real Estate Finance. During the course of his career in commercial real estate, Charles’ intensive hands-on approach to all aspects of the real estate business has provided him with an in-depth expertise in all facets of the commercial real estate industry.

Pat Cowan

Pat Cowan

Chief Operating Officer

Pat Cowan received his BS degree in Industrial Engineering from New Mexico State University. Pat’s primary responsibilities include all aspects of construction, which include contracts, management and turnover. Pat also handles planning, entitlements, design, budgeting and scheduling. He serves as property manager on a number of KZ’s assets. Prior to joining KZ, Pat worked as a Senior Engineer at General Dynamics Corporation constructing manufacturing process facilities.

William Shuman

William Shuman

Senior Vice President

William Shuman received his degree in Business Administration from Chapman University. William’s responsibilities include managing all market strategy and real estate transaction activities for the CVS/Pharmacy account. Activities include site selection, Real Estate Committee site approvals, project management, purchase and ground lease negotiations, corporate marketing and leasing activities.

Meliza Hawkins

Meliza Hawkins

Controller/Project Accountant

Meliza Hawkins brings extensive experience in the construction industry to her role as Controller at KZ Miller Construction. With a deep understanding of financial management within the construction sector, Meliza oversees the company’s accounting department and is responsible for managing financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning. Her attention to detail and commitment to accuracy ensure the financial health and stability of the business. Meliza’s expertise and leadership play a key role in supporting KZ Miller’s growth and long-term success.

Sean Livingston

Sean Livingston

Director of Construction

Sean Livingston serves as the Director of Construction at KZ Miller Construction, offering more than 20 years of experience in both ground-up and tenant improvement projects. With extensive expertise in project management, budgeting, and compliance, Sean has led a wide range of commercial developments, including restaurants, retail establishments, and financial institutions. His leadership ensures smooth project execution from blueprint review to final occupancy certification, all while maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and clients. Sean holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Accounting from the University of Alaska Anchorage and is a licensed General Building Contractor with OSHA certification.