Who is Big Water Construction?
The Jacobis, a one-of-a-kind husband and wife duo, and the founders of Big Water Construction.
With deep roots stemming from a mutual love of playing hard on crazy outdoor adventures, they’ve crafted the perfect blend of carpentry, alternative construction methods and visual art to bring spaces to life mixing earthy textures with vibrant colors.
Explore their world of mindful creativity if you’re willing to take the plunge.
Meet the Team
Christina ‘Tina’ Jacobi- Founder, Artist, CarpentHER, Plant Specialist
Bringing a strong drive to ‘do it right the first time’, I offer my extensive experience as a registered nurse for the previous 13 years, human resources administrator for 2 years, and professional athlete/artist for 8 years. Working in places such as the hospital to the banks of the Futaleufu River in Chile, my varied career path has allowed me the opportunity to develop experience with high-stress environments, the human condition, attention to detail, and the importance of hard work.
I’m currently apprenticing as a focused carpenter while becoming proficient in project management under the protective wings of Rhett. Hard things are worth doing. Big Water Construction is the result of our family’s pursuit to live an authentic life full of adventure and one that positively impacts our community.
“Nothing itself is impossible. The word itself says ‘I’m possible’.
-Audrey Hepburn
Rhett Jacobi-Founder,Carpenter, Construction Manager
Being a second generation builder, Rhett grew up on building sites and is deeply passionate about his craft. Studying economics and recreation management at the University of Vermont, Rhett’s path within construction has been to focus on the execution (management) of projects rather than the engineering/architecture. Enjoying the collaborative process while focusing on the organizational details of each project has been Rhett’s niche to promote transparency and build strong relationships throughout the industry one project at a time.
With over 15 years experience in the construction industry (with a few outdoor adventures sprinkled in) that has included everything from working as an investment banking ‘construction consultant’ to crew leader for Habitat for Humanity to project manager of ‘the next airbag ski jump to revolutionize the way Olympian’s train’ I’ve come to realize the unifying element that make all projects regardless of size run well:
“Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” - Paul J. Meyer
Sam Connell- Laborer/Carpenter
Born in the PNW and not afraid of a little rain, Sam brings a ‘can do’ attitude to the worksite and one heck of a work ethic. Did I mention that regardless of conditions, he has a big grin. All day.
Whether it’s placing manta anchors on a 43 degree slope or erecting a steel ski jump, he is the grease man of BWC.
Prior experience in the cold oil fields the Dakotas, building out tennis courts in the PNW, and installing commercial grade lighting.
“No individual has any right to come into the world and go out of it without leaving behind him distinct and legitimate reasons for having passed through it.”
__George Washington Carver
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