About David
David has been working in the roofing business for more than 30 years, but his participation in construction and hard work have been a huge part of his life for even longer. Born in San Angelo and raised in Bronte, Texas, David learned early the importance of hard work from his father and great grandfather on the family farm. Bronte was a very close-knit community where David excelled in sports and learned the importance of family and friends. He attended Angelo State and Tarleton State Universities as well as UT at San Antonio, studying music as his major.
After college, while doing ministry and service work with YWAM in Tyler, TX, David felt a call to return to the workplace. He began taking on various contracting work until his brother invited him to join him in the roofing business. After many years of working with Hartman Roofing in West Texas, in 2005, David’s company, DL Phillips Construction, Inc., acquired Ja-Mar Roofing & Sheet Metal, a well-established, local Austin icon. Today, he serves as President and CEO and still enjoys a wonderful relationship with the company’s founder, James McKinney, and his wife Marlyn. James continues to serve as a senior consultant to the company.
Along the way, David has also been recognized for his leadership and commitment to excellence, most recently receiving the Vistage 2025 Member Excellence Award, an honor that reflects both his business acumen and the values he brings to every aspect of his work.
After many years of working with Hartman Roofing in West Texas, In 2005, David’s company, DL Phillips Construction, Inc. acquired Ja-Mar Roofing & Sheet Metal, a well-established, local Austin icon.
David and his family reside in Austin, Texas, where Ja-Mar Roofing & Sheet Metal has been based for more than 55 years. He is proud to be at a company that has obtained the exclusive status of Master Elite Roofing Contractor for GAF Materials Corporation, a status only 3% of roofing contractors in the U.S. have achieved. Although he has become an expert in residential, commercial, and historic roofing, he also holds an interest in both real estate and sports marketing. In his spare time David enjoys golf, music, and spending time with his wife Jacque, daughters Kenedee and Isabella, and granddaughter Brilee.
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What Clients Say
“David and his team did an outstanding job from start to finish. The crew was professional, the work was flawless, and they finished on time. We couldn’t be happier with our new roof.”
“Ja-Mar is the best roofing company in Austin. David runs a tight ship and it shows in every aspect of the job — communication, quality, and cleanup. Highly recommend.”
