Jonathan Lidstrom
Nashville,TN
Summary
Adept at leading high-stakes projects, my tenure at Ryan’s Companies refined my expertise in construction supervision and strategic planning. I championed innovative construction methods, enhancing efficiency and quality, and excelled in fostering team growth and subcontractor coordination. My proactive approach resulted in significant safety improvements and cost savings, underscoring my leadership and project management acumen.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior General Superintendent
Ryan’s Companies
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for construction management, fostering professional growth and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Managed subcontractor relationships, ensuring seamless coordination of tasks and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Adapted workflow processes to accommodate unexpected challenges or changes in project scope, ensuring seamless integration into overall plans without compromising deadlines or budgets.
- Spearheaded value engineering efforts in collaboration with design teams to identify cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing quality or functionality.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by closely monitoring progress, adjusting schedules as needed, and effectively managing resources.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing cost-effective construction methods.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures throughout the construction process resulting in fewer defects while increasing overall customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated clear communication between architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field personnel to address design issues promptly and avoid costly delays.
- Reduced safety incidents on job sites by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety trainings.
General Superintendent
Yates Construction Company
Nashville, TN
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Conducted thorough inspections of work sites to ensure adherence to building codes and regulations.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to develop feasible solutions for complex design challenges.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training and professional development opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, resulting in a significant reduction of workplace accidents.
- Implemented innovative construction techniques to increase overall productivity on job sites.
- Improved project efficiency by implementing detailed scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by Action.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
General Superintendent
Bartram Construction
South West
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Enhanced team performance through regular training and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted thorough inspections of work sites to ensure adherence to building codes and regulations.
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
Senior Superintendent
JSI
Huntsville Al
07.2010 - 01.2019
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, designers to ensure alignment of project visions and seamless execution.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation, enabling efficient tracking of progress, budgets, schedules, change orders, and other relevant details.
- Implemented innovative construction methods to improve productivity without compromising safety or quality standards.
- Stepped up during foreman's absence to answer questions and delegate project tasks to employees.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Managed multiple high-priority projects concurrently, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and adaptability under pressure.
Superintendent
Abbott Construction Inc.
Nashville, TN
07.2002 - 10.2010
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by Action.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
Education
Puyallup Highschool
Puyallup, WASkills
- Construction supervision
- Site Inspections
- Labor Management
- Documentation Control
- Schedule Management
- Change order management
- Subcontractor coordination
- Relationship building and management
- Leadership Development
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Schematic and blueprint understanding
- Key decision making
- Contractor Management
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
- Subcontractor Management
Accomplishments
- Superintendent of the year
- EIC award
- Project of the year
Additional Information
Key projects
- Aws 12billion dollar data center
- AESC battery plant
- Alabama school of cyber technology
- Facebook data center
- Lg battery plant
- Mutiple fbi buildings
- High security clearance jobs
- Hospitals/ High rises/ Hotels
Timeline
Senior General Superintendent
Ryan’s Companies
01.2024 - Current
General Superintendent
Yates Construction Company
03.2021 - 01.2024
General Superintendent
Bartram Construction
01.2019 - 03.2021
Senior Superintendent
JSI
07.2010 - 01.2019
Superintendent
Abbott Construction Inc.
07.2002 - 10.2010
Puyallup Highschool