Christopher Tejeda
Chicago,IL
Summary
Analytical, collaborative construction professional assisting with planning and directing complex commercial projects. Focused on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities for improvement. Engaging communicator skilled in building trust and relationships with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and city officials.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Structures Construction
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Led successful completion of 812 W Adams St, delivering 90 luxury residential units from inception to occupancy, ensuring project alignment with client specifications and timelines
- Proactively identified and addressed design deficiencies and schedule concerns, enhancing project efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction
- Orchestrated collaboration between subcontractors and utility companies, securing materials and equipment, and resolving critical path issues, thereby maintaining project momentum and adherence to safety standards.
Superintendent
Optima, Inc
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Successfully managed construction of Optima Lakeview and Optima Verdana, delivering total of 298 luxury residential units from inception to occupancy, ensuring strict adherence to project specifications and timelines
- Conducted pre-construction meetings, coordinated trade scopes, and scheduled all aspects of construction, effectively maintaining project momentum and adherence to safety standards
- Fostered strong relationships with city officials to secure necessary permits and ensure compliance with municipal ordinances, utilizing Procore software to generate punch lists and confirm trade completion.
Assistant Superintendent
Aerotek/Bowa Construction
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Spearheaded comprehensive renovation of Walmart Northbrook, ensuring seamless installation of advanced POS systems, state-of-the-art sprinkler systems, and high-capacity walk-in freezers
- Coordinated effectively with equipment suppliers and utility services, securing essential materials and resolving critical path issues promptly, which maintained project momentum and adherence to stringent safety standards
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures and collaborated closely with city officials to ensure compliance with municipal ordinances, facilitating timely project completion and occupancy approvals.
Assistant Project Manager/Assistant Superintendent
Vision Construction & Consulting Co
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Assisted with project phases from Pre-Bid to Closeout, enhancing efficiency through strategic contractor coordination and client/vendor liaison
- Instituted robust quality control program, reducing project errors by developing bid tabulation sheets and conducting thorough bid scope reviews
- Enforced stringent safety protocols across multiple projects, resulting in decrease in safety incidents by diligently scheduling inspections and walkthrough.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
Mason Foreman
Namat Construction Co
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Led and coordinated demolition and replacement of terra cotta cornice repairs and limestone façade, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and enhancing project quality through meticulous oversight
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to determine precise work requirements, facilitating seamless project execution and adherence to safety standards
- Collaborated closely with city officials to evaluate projects, securing necessary approvals and ensuring all work met municipal ordinances, thereby minimizing delays and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.
Superintendent
Novak Construction Co
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Guaranteed project quality and client satisfaction by rigorously verifying submittals and specifications with architects/engineers and owners, significantly reducing punch list items
- Enhanced project efficiency and met Sam's Club production goals by scheduling, coordinating, and leading subcontractors through creation of 3-week lookahead and daily job huddles
- Achieved flawless safety record by strictly enforcing OSHA compliance and storm water pollution prevention plans among subcontractors, coupled with diligent completion of daily reports and progress photos for project tracking.
Assistant Superintendent/Project Engineer
Novak Construction Co
- Directed inspection agencies of local municipalities, achieving full code compliance and eliminating return inspections, by enforcing adherence to construction documents and specifications
- Created and executed comprehensive punch lists, ensuring 100% completion of corrective measures for turnover, by maintaining clear communication with Project Manager and subcontractors
- Enhanced project progress by assisting with RFIs and tracking project submittals (shop drawings, product data, samples, etc.) with subcontractors, resulting in uninterrupted work progress.
Mason Foreman
Namat Construction Co
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Led and coordinated demolition and replacement of brick and stone façade, ensuring project compliance with technical specifications and safety standards, resulting in safe and on-schedule completion
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to meticulously determine work requirements, facilitating seamless project execution and adherence to safety protocols
- Evaluated projects against technical specifications, implementing rigorous quality control measures that enhanced project quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
Assistant Superintendent
Ryan Companies US, Inc.
02.2016 - 07.2016
- Streamlined project logistics and space utilization for 35, 40 ft
- Temporary storage containers, enhancing project readiness and site organization efficiency
- Spearheaded a Starbucks Buildout, managing extensive demolition, construction, and renovations while upholding strict safety protocols, achieving a flawless safety record
- Developed a 2-week look-ahead schedule for effective trade coordination, facilitating smooth project progression and timely municipal inspections, culminating in the successful delivery of a 101-unit senior living community.
Mason Foreman
Namat/Berglund Joint Venture
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Enhanced site safety and productivity through strategic coordination, achieving reduction in safety incidents by implementing rigorous safety protocols
- Spearheaded reinstallation of stone façade using crane operations, ensuring precise alignment and adherence to project specifications
- Streamlined project completion by meticulously logging and organizing stones for reinstallation, resulting in improvement in project delivery timelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science, Construction Project Management -
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL01.2018
Apprenticeship -
International Union of Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers
Elmhurst, IL01.2016
Skills
- Osha 30 hour
- MS Project
- Outlook
- MS Office
- Bluebeam
- Plangrid
- Procore
- MS Excel
- Construction Scheduling
- Lean Construction Principles
- Spanish Fluency
- Safety policies and procedures
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Superintendent
Structures Construction
11.2023 - 08.2024
Superintendent
Optima, Inc
07.2021 - 11.2023
Assistant Superintendent
Aerotek/Bowa Construction
03.2021 - 07.2021
Assistant Project Manager/Assistant Superintendent
Vision Construction & Consulting Co
10.2018 - 12.2020
Mason Foreman
Namat Construction Co
03.2018 - 10.2018
Superintendent
Novak Construction Co
12.2016 - 11.2017
Mason Foreman
Namat Construction Co
07.2016 - 12.2016
Assistant Superintendent
Ryan Companies US, Inc.
02.2016 - 07.2016
Mason Foreman
Namat/Berglund Joint Venture
06.2014 - 08.2015
Assistant Superintendent/Project Engineer
Novak Construction Co
Associate of Applied Science, Construction Project Management -
Joliet Junior College
Apprenticeship -
International Union of Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers
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