Palo Verde Homes Building Strong Foundations for Women

Home is where the heart is, and strengthening the community is at the heart of Palo Verde Homes’ mission. Palo Verde has been established in El Paso and southern New Mexico since 2007 and is committed to providing quality in each step of the home building process, while also growing the expertise of each team member and being a champion of women in the home building and construction industry.

“Having the ability to help run such a successful company and work with such an amazing team is empowering and gratifying,” says Claudia Jimenez, Vice President of Operations at Palo Verde. “I love problem solving and implementing new processes and procedures. This position has had an immense impact on my personal and professional growth,” she adds.

Palo Verde has a winning history of success that is built on a foundation of teamwork, and was voted Builder of the Year in El Paso in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, and 2022.

“We are such a close-knit group, my second family. We truly enjoy spending time together outside of work. Our team building events and incentive reward festivities are always so much fun,” says Raquel Montiel, Controller at Palo Verde.

Palo Verde builds homes across the Borderland, including East, West, and Northeast El Paso, Horizon City, Socorro, and Sunland Park, and develops new skills with each team member.

“I had never worked on a computer, nor did I have an email address when I began this journey nine years ago! I have come a long way with the continued support and encouragement of our team,” says Gina Valdivia, Operations Assistant.

The ladies of Palo Verde are also building opportunities for fellow women in the home building and construction industry and encouraging a sense of sisterhood.

“Being a woman in a predominantly male industry means the world to me,” says Erica Puente, Operations Assistant. “I want my granddaughters to grow up believing that they can be anything.”

Each day, team members at Palo Verde knows they are making a positive difference.

“My job makes me feel empowered everyday as I’m able to bring joy to our customers who feel overwhelmed by not knowing what design selections to make,” says Rocio Mendoza, Operations Assistant, who holds a bachelor’s in Architecture. “I listen to the ideas they have, then guide them to design a home that they will love.”

Palo Verde is proud of its record of success, as well as the positive outlook of its team.

“I admire all of my Palo Verde sisters for their dedication, hard work, and friendship,” says Carissa Montiel, Chief Operating Officer, who holds a bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems and a master’s in Business Administration. “We truly support and trust each other in all aspects of work and personal life. It’s just a great feeling to know that they are always there to back you up with work and also for a hug!”