Chris-Tel Construction

As Vice President of Construction and Project Executive, Bob’s responsibilities include providing executive administration for projects, constructability analysis, cost control, value engineering, quality control and negotiations with clients and owners. Throughout his career, Bob has provided executive administration for projects collectively totaling more than $1 billion in construction value. Bob exemplifies community involvement in his endeavors with local community organizations throughout his career. Bob received his Bachelor’s Degree from Virginia Polytechnic and State University in Construction Management.

Staff Responsibilities

Constructability Analysis

Cost Control

Value Engineering

Quality Control

Negotiations

Owner Meetings

Operations Management

Client Relations

As Executive Vice President, Donnie is acutely aware that capital customer satisfaction is paramount to the success of Chris-Tel Construction. It is this core principal that drives him to have a hands on approach to construction projects, whether commanding craftsmanship or strictly structuring projects for OSHA standards. Years of working for The Cabinet Shop (owned by L. Edgar Wheeler) taught him that attention to detail, craftsmanship and dexterity were fundamental for longevity in the construction industry. In addition to overseeing construction projects, Donnie is responsible for day to day operations, employee safety training and subcontractor safety training.  By embracing challenging project requirements, Donnie cultivates corporate growth and experience unparalleled by the fiercest competition.

Staff Responsibilities

Design review

Constructability analysis

Scheduling

Cost Control

Development of contract and bidding system

Meetings with Owners, Architect, Subcontractors

Supervision of sub-contractors & crew

Field coordination

Procurement of equipment/materials

Compliance with building codes & regulations

Coordination with regulatory agencies

Monitoring production rates

Punch list creation & reconciliation

Documentation of project progress

Quality Control

Client Relations

As a native Fort Myers Floridian and a third generation contractor, Howard has a genuine understanding of the particular construction demands in Southwest Florida.

Howard’s primary purpose is to facilitate construction activities that perform and produce projects as promised. He personally oversees each project to ensure exceptional results, and is dedicated to surpassing the client’s core project goals.  Howard’s passion for construction, craftsmanship and historic preservation is unparalleled, evident by national, state and local awards. Above all, maintaining and cultivating client and community relationships is at the forefront of Howard’s day to day business operations.

Staff Responsibilities

Constructability Analysis

Cost Control

Value Engineering

Quality Control

Negotiations

Client Relations

Operations

As Vice President of Finance and Administration, Julie’s responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, job costing, approving and coordinating pay applications, cost reporting, payroll, certified payroll, application of Davis Bacon Wage Determination for public works projects and project reconciliation. The administration of corporate benefits plan and human resource management of all personnel is also in her realm of responsibilities. Additionally, Julie approves contract documents and coordinates payment with subcontractors and owners.

Staff Responsibilities

Accounting Management

Budgeting

Job Costing

Pay Applications

Cost Reporting

Payroll

Certified Payroll

Davis Bacon

Administration Management

Quality Control

Client Relations

As Manager of Preconstruction and Estimating, Joe brings thirty-seven (37) years of construction industry experience. His responsibilities include project estimation, preparing bid and proposals, bid clarification and interpretation, developing scope of work, monitoring work progress as it relates to the budget, negotiation with owners, providing value engineering, establishing and maintaining relationships with various subcontractors in and around the community, enabling Chris-Tel Construction to provide fair pricing as determined by the market. Joe received his Bachelor’s Degree from Purdue University in Building Construction.

Staff Responsibilities

Pre-Construction Project Estimation

Estimating cost in relationship to manpower, equipment & materials

Preparing bids/proposals

Bid clarification/interpretation

Writing/Developing scope of work related to construction specifications

Monitoring work progress as it relates to schedule and budget

Establishing and maintaining relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and clients

Value engineering

Quality Control

Client Relations

Alex has twenty (20) years of project management experience in the construction industry, including directing all phases of the building process from project inception through construction and occupancy. He has worked on a variety of project types such as aviation, industrial, manufacturing, multi-family, recreation and hospitality.  Alex received his Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and is OSHA 30Hr certified.

Staff Responsibilities

Design Review

Constructability Analysis

Scheduling and Cost Control

Meetings with Owners, Architects, Subcontractors

Procurement of Equipment and Materials

Compliance with Building Codes and Regulations

Coordination with Regulatory Agencies

Monitoring Production Rates

Documentation of Project Progress

Punch List Creation and Reconciliation

Quality Control

Client Relations

Brandi has over three (3) years of experience in the construction industry. She started as the receptionist at Chris-Tel Construction and has worked her way from there to Assistant Project Manager/Bid Coordinator to Project Manager. Brandi manages a variety of project types such as education, retail, residential, industrial, non-profit, historic and recreation for the Special Projects Group at Chris-Tel Construction. Brandi is a graduate of the University of South Florida with a Bachelors of Science degree in Criminology.

Staff Responsibilities

Coordinates Bid Documentation for Subcontractors

Design Review

Scheduling and Cost Control

Meetings with Owners, Architects and Subcontractors

Supervision of Subcontractors and Crew

Field Coordination

Coordination with Regulatory Agencies

Monitoring Production Rates

Documentation of Project Process

Procurement of Equipment and Materials

Punch List Creation and Reconcilation

Quality Control

Client Relations

Darin has twenty-three (23) years of project management experience in both horizontal and vertical construction, including compliance evaluation inspections, permitting, under all delivery methods, from concept to completion. His experience includes industrial and municipal construction and development, land development, road and bridge construction, utility installation and relocation, as well as mining and reclamation. Darin’s emphasis has been in all aspects of the heavy civil construction and development industries. He is an accomplished senior-level management team member with demonstrated project management experience, in keeping with contractual requirements with the best interest of the owner and stake holders in mind. Darin is a graduate of West Virginia State University with an Associates Degree in Engineering Technology and Business Management.

Staff Responsibilities

Design review

Constructability analysis

Scheduling

Cost Control

Development of contract and bidding system

Meetings with Owners, Architect, Subcontractors

Supervision of sub-contractors & crew

Field coordination

Procurement of equipment/materials

Compliance with building codes & regulations

Coordination with regulatory agencies

Monitoring production rates

Punch list creation & reconciliation

Documentation of project progress

Quality Control

Client Relations

Earl has over twenty-five (25) years in the construction industry. His responsibilities include Business Development, Relationship Management, Sales and Client Relations. Having lived in Florida since 1972, Earl is well versed on the Southwest Florida market and is involved in various charitable organizations and community groups in and around the area. Earl is a graduate of Valencia College.

Staff Responsibilities

Business Development

Client Relations

Establishing New Client Relationships

Identify Target Markets

Participate in Community and Association Events

Staff Responsibilities

Assist Superintendent with On-Site Supervision

Delivery Coordination

Quality Control

Subcontractor and Vendor Communications

Assist with Job Progress Documentation

Client Relations