History of McGarvin-Moberly Construction

McGarvin-Moberly Construction has been serving Wyoming’s transportation infrastructure for more than 60 years. Founded by Dale McGarvin and Harry Moberly, the company was incorporated in the State of Wyoming on May 23, 1963, and has built a strong reputation for quality highway construction and dependable service across the state.

When the founders retired, the company transitioned to employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The first ESOP management team—Dave Christy, Charles Gilmore, and Roy Schneider—successfully guided the company through its early years of employee ownership. Leadership later passed to the next generation of ESOP management, including Gary Bertsch, Philip Caines, and Ernie Skretteberg, who continued the company’s tradition of strong leadership and operational excellence.

On July 3, 2025, the ESOP was purchased by Bryan Barthelmess, transitioning the company to private ownership while maintaining the experienced leadership and values that have defined McGarvin-Moberly Construction for decades.

In 2026, the leadership team will be losing a long-time member as Ernie Skretteberg retires in May. Taking up the reins will be Matt Larson and Jeff StClair as they join Bryan Barthelmess and Kevin Craft as the group that will lead the company into the future. This team’s goal is to build on the company’s legacy of dedicated management and commitment to high-quality highway construction.

Built on decades of experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to Wyoming communities, McGarvin-Moberly Construction remains focused on delivering reliable infrastructure solutions and continuing its tradition of excellence well into the future.