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May 2026

S. M. Wilson & Co. Promotes Three Team Members

Andrew Ahlers
Andrew Ahlers
Gerardo Lopez
Gerardo Lopez
Devan Cobb
Devan Cobb

ST. LOUIS, MO — S. M. Wilson & Co. has promoted multiple team members: Andrew Ahlers to Project Director, Gerardo Lopez to Assistant Project Manager, and Devan Cobb to Project Superintendent.

Andrew Ahlers

Ahlers, of Edwardsville, Illinois, joined S. M. Wilson in 2014 and has held numerous roles, most recently as Senior Project Manager. In his new role, Ahlers provides leadership and operational oversight on construction projects. He will continue to focus on health care sector clients and pursuits, while providing support across other market sectors.

Ahlers holds a Bachelor of Science in construction management from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and has been a member of the Army National Guard since 2021.

Gerardo Lopez

Lopez started as an intern with S. M. Wilson in 2021 and has held numerous roles, most recently as Project Engineer. His work has focused on education projects, including for Jefferson City Schools and Rolla Public Schools.

"Gerardo has consistently supported the team with a positive attitude and proactive problem-solving. His project work highlights his ability to build strong client and team relationships," said Patrick Aylesworth, S. M. Wilson Market Executive.

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Devan Cobb

Cobb joined S. M. Wilson last fall. He has worked primarily on the firm’s commercial and retail projects, including the construction of the new Target in Springfield, Missouri.

"Devan has consistently demonstrated the attitude and expertise necessary to succeed in this new role of Project Superintendent," said Sean Fuller, S. M. Wilson Director of Field Operations.

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