Our People

The people
behind the work.

Operators, project managers, and field crews who care as much about how the job is done as what it's worth.

Our Crew

Hired for skill.
Trained for excellence.

Every member of our team — from the operator at the rig controls to the project manager on the call with the client — is selected for craft, sharpened with ongoing training, and trusted to make the right call in the field.

That's how we keep our safety record clean, our schedules tight, and our clients coming back.

Underground Connections team on site The team
Leadership

The people steering the ship.

Decades of combined experience in trenchless construction, utility operations, project management, and the business of running a contractor that lives up to its word.

Alexandra Nowlan
01 — President

Alexandra Nowlan

President

Alexandra leads Underground Connections with a focus on operational excellence, client relationships, and the long-term vision of the company. Her background spans utility construction management, strategic planning, and building teams that consistently deliver on what they promise.

Based in: Virginia Beach, VA
Focus: Leadership / Strategy
Ben Nowlan
02 — Vice President & Director

Ben Nowlan

Vice President & Director

Ben oversees field operations and strategic direction across every active job site. He makes sure the standards set in the office translate to the trenches — and that every project meets the precision and safety benchmarks the company is built on.

Based in: Virginia Beach, VA
Focus: Operations / Field Leadership
Elijah Lopez
03 — Director of Operations

Elijah Lopez

Director of Operations

Elijah owns the day-to-day execution of every project, from crew scheduling and equipment logistics to client coordination and quality control. He's the connective tissue between leadership, the field, and the customer.

Based in: Virginia Beach, VA
Focus: Operations / Project Delivery
Project Management

Running the work in the field.

04
Travis Frazier

Travis Frazier

Project Manager — Eastern Shore and Hampton Roads Divisions

Travis runs projects across the Eastern Shore and Hampton Roads divisions, managing client communication, scheduling, and crew oversight on every active job. His field experience and attention to detail keep schedules tight and clients informed.

05
James Snyder

James Snyder

Project Manager — Eastern Shore Division

James leads Eastern Shore projects from the initial site walk through final restoration. He keeps complex installations on track and stakeholders aligned at every milestone.

06
Mitchell Judge

Mitchell Judge

Project Manager — Hampton Roads Electrical Division

Mitchell manages Hampton Roads electrical project execution with a focus on safe, accurate, on-time delivery. He's a steady hand in the field and a clear communicator off it.

07

Craig Frazier

Project Manager — Central Virginia Division

Craig manages Central Virginia projects, coordinating crews, schedules, and client communication from kickoff through closeout.

Administration

The team behind the team.

Lindsey Miller

Lindsey Miller

Assistant Project Manager

Lindsey supports project management across divisions — keeping documentation, submittals, and project records airtight so the field crews can focus on the work.

Luke Johnson

Luke Johnson

Executive Administrator

Luke oversees the administrative engine of the company — contracts, vendor coordination, internal operations, and the systems that keep every project running smoothly behind the scenes.

Kayleigh Johnson

Kayleigh Johnson

Human Resources Director

Kayleigh leads human resources for the company — hiring, onboarding, and support for the people who run the office and the field.

Field Crews

The crews on the ground.

Behind every successful bore is a crew that's been on the rig together for years — and a culture that respects the skill it takes to do this work safely and well.

We invest in our people: ongoing training, the right PPE, the right equipment, and a chain of command that listens.

On site
Open Roles

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