As Vice President of Operations at Live Oak Contracting, Jared Mauch oversees all aspects of construction execution, field operations, and strategic project management. With over 20 years of experience leading large-scale multifamily, student housing, and mixed-use developments, he is responsible for ensuring that every project is delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
Jared has managed over 5,830 multifamily units across the country, with experience in conventional, tax credit (LIHTC), and HUD-financed housing. His expertise spans ground-up construction, entitlements, permitting, budgeting, scheduling, and trade partner negotiations. Before joining Live Oak, he held executive leadership roles at Roers Companies and Greenlight Construction, where he built and scaled construction teams, implemented operational efficiencies, and led multiple high-profile projects. Earlier in his career, he worked with A.G. Spanos, one of the largest privately held real estate developers in the country, where he played a key role in expanding multifamily operations in new markets. He also spent time at David Weekley Homes, where he helped launch and establish a new division in Utah.
At Live Oak, Jared leads project managers, superintendents, and field teams, ensuring alignment between office operations, trade partners, and client expectations. His focus is on scaling operations, optimizing project execution, and developing future construction leaders. He brings a boots-on-the-ground leadership approach, reinforcing accountability, safety, and structured processes that drive efficiency and profitability.
Jared holds six state contractor licenses across Washington, Utah, Arizona, Oregon, California, and Colorado, making him one of the most well-credentialed operations leaders in the industry. A proud Utah Valley University alumnus, he is committed to building teams that deliver excellence while pushing the boundaries of innovation in construction.
As Live Oak continues to expand nationwide, Jared plays a key role in driving operational excellence, strengthening industry partnerships, and ensuring the company’s continued success as one of the nation’s fastest-growing multifamily builders.