About QDBI
We enjoy the build
Advocating for your vision, from concept to construction, and every step beyond.
We are a boutique design-build construction company specializing in industrial facilities, manufacturing operations, and sacred spaces throughout the St. Charles, Geneva, and Fox Valley communities.
Our team provides comprehensive project development for meaningful spaces from concept to completion, maintaining direct owner involvement while partnering with local subcontractors, architects, and engineers. We believe “neighbors building for neighbors” creates stronger communities and superior results.
While we love all design-build projects, we excel at complex, process-oriented construction where we can offer the most value and support you so your dream comes to fruition.
The Values that Drive Our Work or Our Leadership
Nimble
- Adaptable and responsive to client needs
- Creative problem-solving capabilities
- Growth mindset vs. fixed mindset
Mindful
- Intentional and thoughtful in all actions
- All our team members have a deep understanding of client processes, and we
work together to help them achieve their goals - Long-term partnership approach vs. transactional relationships
Grateful
- Appreciation for opportunities, relationships, and lessons learned
- Humble approach despite business success
- View mistakes as “tuition” – learning opportunities for growth
Purposeful
- Everything done with clear intention, impact, and integrity
- Focus on long-term client success
- Emphasis on shared vision, rather than order-taking. Meet clients where they are.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Ryan Quinn
President
Ryan previously served as Director of Project Management for Schramm Construction, a GC firm with a 30+year legacy in the Fox Valley region. In 2024, Ryan and his wife Nancy, QDBI’s Vice President acquired Schramm Construction and launched Quinn Design-Build Inc. to preserve the Schramm legacy while embracing an updated and collaborative approach to design and construction. Ryan leads QDBI with clear focus: to delivering thoughtful, high-quality building solutions nimbly with accountability and purpose.
With more than 25 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry, Ryan brings deep field knowledge and leadership to every project. His career began with the City of Wheaton as a Maintenance Specialist and grew through roles as Project Superintendent, Project Manager, Field Manager, and Director of Project Management. This journey gives him a unique perspective on what clients, design teams, and subcontractors need to succeed. He leads projects from concept to completion with clarity, accountability, and a solutions-first mindset. For Ryan, building is more than just construction—it is about earning trust, solving problems, and creating spaces that serve people well for years to come.
Ryan is an active member of Vistage, a nationwide executive leadership group, and believes in continuous learning, mentorship, and investing in people. Faith and community are central to the culture at QDBI. Ryan and Nancy are proud to give back through volunteering and financial support of local organizations.
Nancy Quinn
Vice President
With more than 20 years of specialized construction accounting experience, Nancy serves as the financial backbone of Quinn Design-Build Inc. (QDBI), bringing deep industry expertise and strategic insight. Her comprehensive understanding of construction financials—from complex project cost accounting to cash flow management—enables QDBI to navigate the unique financial challenges that define the construction industry.
As co-owner and Vice President, Nancy works in close partnership with Ryan to shape QDBI’s strategic direction and operational excellence. Her client-focused philosophy ensures that every financial decision is made with the project’s long-term success in mind, while her partner-centric approach fosters collaborative relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry professionals.
Honoring a Legacy of Sacred Spaces
For more than 35 years, a respected name in church construction—Schramm Construction—quietly built a remarkable legacy: one house of worship a year, every year. These sacred spaces, thoughtfully crafted and prayerfully constructed, have become cornerstones of their communities—places of gathering, worship, healing, and hope.
Today, Quinn Design-Build Inc. is proud to carry forward that tradition.
At QDBI, we believe that designing and building for the church community is a calling as much as it is a craft. From sanctuaries to fellowship halls, we bring more than construction expertise—we bring respect for the sacred, and a deep understanding of what these places mean to the people who gather within them.
Whether you’re expanding a long-standing congregation or planting a new church home, we are here to walk with you, combining thoughtful design, faithful service, and enduring craftsmanship. Because building for the Kingdom deserves nothing less.