Manuel “Manny” Barillas came to D. A. Dunlevy as a crew leader and quickly proved himself to be one of the most capable field craftsmen in the company’s history. His technical skills were apparent from the start—precise grading, clean lines, uncompromising attention to construction detail—but what truly distinguished Manny was his leadership. He has a gift for reading both people and projects, pairing crews to complement one another’s strengths and anticipating challenges long before they arise.
As Installation Production Manager, Manny oversees multiple crews and a wide range of complex installations, from high-end residential landscapes to intricate commercial environments. He approaches every job with calm authority and genuine care for the people he leads. Under his supervision, our field teams don’t just execute designs—they build legacies that stand the test of time. Manny is deeply invested in developing our younger crew members, sharing his knowledge of stonework, grading, and craftsmanship with the same patience that helped him master those skills himself. His humility, professionalism, and relentless commitment to quality have made him a model of what field leadership should look like at D. A. Dunlevy.