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Christina Scherer Bock's Bio
Christi, a graduate of Stetson University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, began her journey with TDS Construction as a Project Manager Assistant. She then took on the role of Operations and Marketing Manager. Christi earned her Florida Building Contractor’s License in 2014, and now acts as TDS Construction’s qualifier in Florida as well as 13 other states.
Before earning her title of Chief Executive Officer, Christi trained in each position within the company, allowing her to gain insight into the inner workings of TDS Construction. She currently oversees the Vice President of Construction and Vice President of Project Development, as well as the internal management team. She works daily with the VP of Construction to manage and collaborate with the Project Managers regarding client relations, bid submissions, subcontractor relations, contract completion and closeout. She is also responsible for licensing, client marketing, office management and strategic planning.
Growing up with TDS Construction gives Christi the unique ability to foresee potential situations that could impact the company or the client negatively, and the skills necessary to prevent those situations. Outside of TDS Construction, Christi recently joined the Board of Directors of Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee. Christi is committed to continuing and improving upon the positive business practices and philanthropic ideals that are the legacy of David Scherer.
David Scherer's Bio
Construction, Inc. in 1987 for the sole purpose of providing construction services to the retail industry throughout the United States.
Although T D S Construction has experienced growth over the last twenty seven years, Mr. Scherer’s commitment to the company’s retail clientele has never wavered. Maintaining his role as the President of T D S Construction and still managing the day to day operations, Mr. Scherer personally over sees all strategic planning for the company, continually looking for ways to maintain T D S Construction’s leading presence in tenant improvement construction, as well as keeping up with the latest trends in the construction, fixturing, merchandising, and technology changes in the retail industries to provide to our clients.
Beyond his day-to-day duties at T D S Construction, Mr. Scherer is an avid donor and participant to many local charities. Boasting Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee as his “pet” charity (13 time Golden Fork Sponsor), T D S Construction also sponsors multiple kids basketball and baseball teams, as well as also supporting many other local area charities including but not limited to: Manatee Children Services, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, Boys & Girls Club, Coastal Conservation Association, and the Coast Guard Foundation.
Terri Scherer's Bio
Co-Founded TDS Construction in 1987 with Mr. David Scherer, and since that time she has played an integral role in shaping the structure and growth of the company. During the last 33 years, she has been an equal partner in every strategic business, construction and management decision, helping to shape the company into the force it is today.
Though having filled many roles since the company’s inception, Terri’s current scope of duties include managing the accounting department and office staff, as well as overseeing all bonding, banking, insurance, overhead and vendor management practices. She is also responsible for oversight of the CEO, CFO and HR Manager.
From its humble beginnings as a small, family owned construction company 33 years ago, to the large scale national retail construction company it has become today, Terri is immensely dedicated to continuing to provide the exceptional level of service TDS Construction is known for, while upholding the tight-knit family atmosphere that helps maintain such a devoted staff.
Estimating, Purchasing & Preconstruction
Chris S. Paynter's Bio
Specializing in 10-50,000 sq ft Open Remodels and 10-35,000 sq ft High End Retail Stores.
Chris Paynter has twenty plus with retail and commercial construction experience. He started his professional career as a licensed electrician in the Northeast and successfully managed several crews on numerous commercial and industrial projects. Chris has advanced in the construction industry from lead foreman to supervisor, to project manager, excelling on every project and demonstrating leadership qualities – a true team player.
Project Manager Responsibilities include estimating, project scheduling, FBO items scheduling, purchasing, liaison for owners / clients / architects/ engineers, and communicating with local building departments. All of the skills to ensure the projects are completed on time, under budget, and to the fullest satisfaction of the client.
As a Project Manager, Chris is currently working with or has completed projects for:
BJ’s Whole Sale Club
Best Buy / Best Buy Mobile
Carter’s & OshKosh
Guitar Center
Lush Cosmetics
Wal-Mart / Sam’s Club
Guess?
Oakley
Chris’s professional experience in retail and general construction speaks for itself. He has earned the loyalty and respect of his clients and his colleagues.
Operations
ROBERT D. BAKER's Bio
Specializing in 60,000 sq ft and up Big Box Stores, Grocery Renovations and 5-10,000 sq ft High End Retail Stores
Bob Baker has over forty years experience in all areas of the construction industry, from field construction to supervision to project management. Some highlights have included the planning, development and coordination of an American Gladiator Arena project in Las Vegas, NV to major retrofitting and additions to the United States Air Force Academy stadium and press box.
As Project Manager for T D S Construction, Inc., Bob has completed projects for:
Armani Exchange
Burlington Coat Factory
Kenneth Cole Productions
Shoe Carnival, Inc.
SuitSupply
Jerry’s Enterprises, Inc. (Save-A-Lot Foods)
McKinley Commercial, Inc.
Office Max
Levi Strauss & Company
HH Gregg
Horizon Group Properties
Bob’s expertise is certainly not limited to accomplishments in box development, but extends into specialized retail, restaurant and ground-up construction as well. Current duties include generating new clientele, estimating, job scheduling, job coordination, sub contract awards and full interaction with architects and owners.
As Vice President of Construction, Bob oversees and collaborates with all Project Managers at T D S Construction in a supervisory role, reviewing all bid submittals, advises superintendent assignments and contract and bid executions.
Bob has been actively expanding T D S Construction’s operations into Puerto Rico with pro-forma bidding, medium-box construction and high-end remodel construction. Development of subcontractors and vendor base relationships along with establishing shipping formats has been a part of the overall process.
