J. Martin Excavating, Inc. - From The DIRT
For over 35 years, JME has been providing construction services for the Pittsburgh region that are safe, cost-effective, and quality-driven.
Jay Martin started JME in 1990 using only a case backhoe and a 10-ton dump truck. He performed small excavation and utility projects for the local Pittsburgh area, gaining knowledge and experience with each job. What began with Jay’s dream, a backhoe, and a dump truck, has grown over the last 35 years into a fleet of heavy equipment and expanded capabilities.
Under new leadership in Jay’s sons, Dylan and Zach, JME continues the same hard work and grit that inspired its inception while adapting to the ever-changing needs of the construction industry. While the company has grown and expanded its capabilities over the decades, Jay’s commitment to always provide quality services has never wavered. Those founding principles that Jay built the company on are still evident through the leadership and quality work that JME continues to perform today.
“As a small family-owned company, creating relationships and performing quality work is what keeps us in business. We must be adaptable as a company and always learning how to better serve our clients and the surrounding community.”
- Dylan Martin - Chief Estimator & Project Manager
Meet Our Team
Jay Martin - Owner & President
Working construction with his father as a young man, Jay gained a wealth of knowledge and love for the construction industry. Using this love and knowledge, Jay decided to embark on a new journey and in 1990 started JME. The company has since grown in multiple facets and gained an excellent reputation for quality work and project efficiency. As the owner and operator of JME, Jay is responsible for overseeing all operations in the field and at the shop. Since the origins of the company, Jay has instilled a sense of purpose and integrity in the company which is still evident today.
Dylan Martin - Chief Estimator & Project Manager
Growing up, Dylan worked part-time as a laborer and heavy equipment operator for his father’s company. After college, Dylan joined the operators union where he worked full-time as a heavy equipment operator for multiple heavy civil contractors. After gaining this experience, he returned to the family company with new construction knowledge, and a mission to grow JME to new heights. Dylan is responsible for estimating and project management, and also helps out in the field when needed.
Zach Martin, P.E. - Project Manager & Estimator
Zach grew up working part-time for his father’s company as a laborer, heavy equipment operator, and CDL Class A truck driver. After obtaining his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Penn State, he started his career as an engineer for a large heavy civil contractor. After working on a variety of heavy civil projects that included lock and dam, bridge, highway, and earthmoving, he returned home to the family company. Zach’s main responsibilities include estimating, project management, and fleet management. He also helps out in the field when needed.