About
John Davids is currently a Partner at Lighthouse Partners Inc., based in Scottsdale, AZ, where he leverages his background in construction management and project execution to drive investment strategy and client solutions. At the firm, he is instrumental in originating and overseeing investments, with a focus on real estate and infrastructure-related asset classes, capitalizing on his expertise in large-scale project development and risk management.
Prior to joining Lighthouse Partners in 2022, John gained significant experience as a Project Executive and Construction Manager at Balfour Beatty US, where he led major commercial and infrastructure projects, honing skills that translate to due diligence, asset evaluation, and value creation within investment portfolios. His transition into investment reflects a multidisciplinary approach, bridging operational project knowledge and financial structuring within the private markets sector.
John holds a degree in Construction Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, grounding his professional practice in technical, operational, and financial disciplines relevant to both the construction and investment industries. His career is distinguished by a track record of successful project delivery, deep sector expertise in real estate and infrastructure, and a strategic role in expanding Lighthouse Partners’ asset management capabilities in these sectors.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Partners Inc. | Partner | Jan 2022 to Present | We help owners navigate the design, budgeting, planning and execution of their projects. |
| Balfour Beatty US | Project Executive | Jan 2018 to Nov 2021 | — |
| Balfour Beatty US | Construction Manager | Jul 2016 to Jan 2018 | Managing all field personnel for Arizona office. |
| Balfour Beatty US | Senior Superintendent | Oct 2010 to Jul 2016 | $18 mil. - Fairmont Princess Guestroom addition, 7000 sqft pool, remodel Lobby bar and Western Event Center $13 mil - General Superintendent for multiple out of town Assisted Living facilities (Ohio, ... |
| Balfour Beatty US | Superintendent | Sep 2006 to Oct 2010 | $16.5 million - Fairmont Princess Ballroom Addition $16 million - Rio Glass Solar Manufacturing Plant $ 4 million - Solari Bridge $ 2 million - IBEW Union Hall $15 million - Scottsdale Performing Art ... |
| W. E. O'Neil Construction | Superintendent | Dec 1999 to Aug 2006 | $29 mil - Nordstrom stores multiple locations (Texas, Minnesota, Illinois) $50 mil - Evanston Hospital $18 mil - Oak Park Medical Office Building |
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Construction technologies, Construction Management
1995 — 1999
Skills & Expertise
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| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Research Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | New York, NY , United States | |
C Carly Lieberman | Investment Associate | New York, NY , United States |
| Research Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
J Jeritt Bushaw | Investment Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |
W Wilma Salgado | Senior Associate | Chicago, IL , United States |
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