Derek Nier
Project Manager
I founded my first company, Whale Estate, in 2014 with a focus on acquiring distressed properties, managing full-scale renovations, and reselling them through my own real estate brokerage. Over several years, my team and I successfully completed 50+ residential projects across South Florida, the Jacksonville area, and Florida’s west coast.
Through this experience, I gained a deep understanding of construction, project management, and what homeowners value most—quality workmanship, transparency, and reliability. In 2019, I recognized a significant gap in the roofing industry, where many homeowners were struggling to find contractors who consistently delivered on those principles. In response, I launched Whale Roofing & Construction in 2020.
Today, Whale Roofing & Construction is built on a foundation of hands-on construction expertise spanning remodeling, renovations, new construction, and specialized trades. My background allows me to approach every project with a long-term mindset, ensuring work is completed to the highest standards of performance, durability, and code compliance.
Outside of business, I enjoy spending time with my family and staying active through pickleball.
