Meet Our Leadership Team

Bobby Gosser began his career with Baldwin & Shell Construction Company in 1987 as an estimator and has since held roles including Project Coordinator and Division Manager. His approach to problem-solving and commitment to the company led to his appointment to the Board of Directors in 1999 and President of the Central Arkansas Team in 2014. In 2021, Bobby was named President-Elect before becoming President & CEO in January 2022.

Bobby holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Ouachita Baptist University and a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where faculty and staff voted him the most outstanding graduate in his class.

Bobby has been active in the past on several civic and industry-related concerns, serving on several boards. Bobby is currently active in his community, serving on the North Little Rock and Little Rock Chamber of Commerce Executive Boards, 50 for the Future, Rotary Club, Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation Executive Board, Goodness Village Advisory Council, Ouachita Baptist Presidents Advisory Council, and Baptist Health Bolo Bash Golf Committee.  In industry, Bobby is active in Associated General Contractors and Associated Builders and Contractors.

Bobby has been recently recognized by Ouachita Baptist University with the 2023 Alumni Milestone Award, Arkansas Business 250 Arkansas’ Most Influential Leaders 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, Arkansas Business ‘40 Under 40’ and Arkansas Money and Politics ‘50 over 50’ in 2022 and 2026.

Bobby is a US Army Veteran. He is actively involved with New Life Church Greater Little Rock.

Bobby and his wife, Donna, have three married children: Trey, Alex, and McKenzie, and proud grandparents of eight grandchildren.

Jim Minor joined Baldwin & Shell Construction Company in 1994, continuing a family connection to the company that began with his father in the late 1940s. Throughout his career with Baldwin & Shell, Jim has served as a Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and Senior Project Manager. His experience and leadership in project management led to his appointment as Vice President of the Northwest Arkansas Team and to the Board of Directors in 2016. In 2018, Jim was named Corporate Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

Jim’s career has been defined by a commitment to Baldwin & Shell and the people who make up the company. He takes great pride in the company’s history and culture, as well as the opportunity to work alongside generations of Baldwin & Shell employees.

Jim and his wife, Rebecca, live in Benton and have two sons, Thomas and Samuel. Thomas proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and is now continuing the family tradition as a third-generation employee at Baldwin & Shell.

Nick joined Baldwin & Shell in 2003, beginning his career in field construction while attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he studied Construction Management and Business. In 2008, Nick transitioned into project management and cost estimating, later establishing Baldwin & Shell’s Industrial Vertical Group, where he currently serves as Market President.  Copas is actively focused on shaping the firm’s strategic growth, diversifying the company’s book of business across multiple market verticals, and expanding the company’s footprint into new geographic regions.  He is responsible for facilitating the company’s first joint-venture operation, expanding its self-performed construction capabilities, and securing its largest design-build contracts to date.  Copas is equally focused on growing Baldwin & Shell’s people. He believes in empowering those around him, promotes solution-oriented behavior, and encourages community in the workplace

In 2019, he was appointed to Baldwin & Shell’s Board of Directors and is a current member of its Executive Management Team. Copas is a Leadership Greater Little Rock alumnus, Arkansas Business 40 Under 40 Honoree, and member of the Associated General Contractors of America.  Over the years, he has been recognized by multiple Arkansas Publications for his work, as well as his philanthropic involvement, where he has served on multiple nonprofit boards and chaired several community fundraising events.

Nick and his wife Ann live in Little Rock and are the proud parents of two boys.

Steve Hurley brings four decades of experience in project management and pre-construction/estimating to Baldwin & Shell Construction Company. His project experience includes renovations and historic restorations; K-12, higher Ed, office and retail facilities, medical facilities , restaurants, and municipal facilities.

Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from the University of Central Arkansas and continues to pursue professional development and continuing education throughout his career. He has also served as President of Arkansas Chapter 33 of the American Society of Professional Estimators, has served on the board of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Arkansas Chapter Little Rock.

 Steve is married to Constance. He has 2 stepdaughters and one grandson; he enjoys working on the farm, traveling with his wife, and spending relaxing time outdoors: hunting, running, and hiking.

Troy Musson joined Baldwin & Shell Construction Company in 2020 as Executive Vice President, initiating company-wide improvements in talent development, financial reporting, and long-range forecasting. Now as Regional President, he leads operations focused on thoughtful growth, strong customer partnerships, and expanding the company’s reach.

With over 40 years of industry experience, Troy got his start as a boy working alongside his father in the family construction business. By 16, he had joined a carpentry crew. He later held roles including Estimator, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Director, Vice President, and Market Leader with regional and large national general contractors. His market-sector experience spans healthcare, professional sports, cultural, retail, hospitality, commercial office, education, and government projects. Drawing on preconstruction and operations expertise, Troy provides executive oversight to teams delivering projects from early planning through completion.

Troy holds a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction from Texas A&M University.

A past President of the Bentonville Schools Foundation and former Executive Board member of Downtown Bentonville Inc., Troy is now active with the EverHope Children’s Shelter Capital Planning Group and the University of Arkansas Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design Dean’s Circle. He has also held board seats with the Associated General Contractors of Missouri and Associated Builders and Contractors of Arkansas.

Troy and his wife of 35 years, Robbie, live in Bentonville and have four adult children.

Patrick Schroeder brings over 35 years of construction experience to Baldwin & Shell Construction Company, with a career spanning residential construction, commercial construction, and large-scale hospitality projects. He began his career as a homebuilder before earning his degree in Construction Management from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and transitioning into commercial construction.

Patrick joined Baldwin & Shell in 2013 as a Project Manager. His first project with the company was North Little Rock High School. He went on to serve as Senior Project Manager, Vice President of Estimating & Preconstruction, and Executive Vice President before moving into his current leadership role.

Throughout his career, Patrick has worked on projects ranging from small tenant finish-out projects to hospitality projects. His experience includes project and preconstruction management, estimating, value engineering, and contract and subcontract negotiations. He is also committed to developing the next generation of construction professionals and serves as a mentor and trusted advisor to colleagues and clients.

Roy W. Horsey, Jr. brings 30 years of construction industry experience to his role as Executive Vice President of Project Support at Baldwin & Shell Construction Company. He joined Baldwin & Shell in 2009 and has served in his current role since 2020.

Throughout his career, Roy has developed extensive experience in estimating, value engineering, scope development, subcontract negotiation, and project controls. His experience includes projects ranging from multi-hundred-million-dollar capital programs and multi-phase resort developments to industrial facilities and energy management projects at active military installations.

As Executive Vice President of Project Support, Roy provides company-wide leadership for the systems and processes that support project delivery across Baldwin & Shell’s regional business units. His responsibilities include subcontracting and procurement, operational policies and procedures, subcontractor prequalification and risk management, scheduling, and strategic initiatives. He also oversees the company’s Virtual Design and Construction (VDC/BIM) and LEAN construction programs.

Roy has played a key role in developing and implementing company-wide processes designed to promote consistency, efficiency, and accountability across Baldwin & Shell’s operations. His leadership has included the development of the company’s master subcontract agreement program, subcontractor prequalification and default risk management processes, standard operating procedures, and in-house scheduling capabilities.

Through his work, Roy supports Baldwin & Shell’s project teams and leadership across all stages of construction, helping establish processes and systems that contribute to successful project delivery.