08/21/2026
The motivation to come to work each day is rooted in something bigger than construction for JD McRae. Over his 21 years with Pogue, he has been part of a culture built on God First, Family, Absolute Integrity, Selfless Service, and Authentic Communication. Those values have made his time with the company meaningful and continue to fuel his passion for the work and the people he serves alongside every day.
For JD, the difference between a good project and a great one comes down to what happens before the first shovel ever hits the ground. He's a firm believer that thoughtful planning early on sets the tone for everything that follows. After more than four decades in this industry, he's seen firsthand that getting the foundation right, in every sense, is what carries a team from day one all the way through the finish.
Ask JD about quality, and he'll tell you it's not something you inspect at the end — it's something you build in from the start. He has a knack for spotting the details others might miss and getting things right the first time, which keeps projects moving and, more importantly, keeps his team set up to do their best work. That mix of experience, foresight, and genuine care for the people around him is what makes JD, JD.