Danilo Teston, CCM, LEED AP

Summary of Qualifications

Mr. Teston is a construction manager/ engineer specialist working on a broad range of aviation projects including major hub airports i.e. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) with $475 million program budget. He has more than 25 years of experience in design and construction projects across a broad range of all disciplines in construction project management, architectural design, and code enforcement, with a proven track record of completing projects on-time and within budget to satisfy client requirements. He has experience with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rules and guidelines, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance and proceedings, building and environmental regulations and compliance methods. Mr. Teston has experience with systems utilized for tracking and distributions of RFIs and Submittals using BIM 360 field, SharePoint, Prolog and Primavera for accurate information and disseminating timely responses.

 

Proven ability to effectively solve and communicate practical solutions to Design and construction problems. He has in-depth knowledge of project delivery methods (design-bid-build, design-build, CM Agency (CMA), CM at Risk (CMAR). Mr. Teston is very knowledgeable in contracting relationships, contracting terms between the contractor, designer, owner and other parties in various delivery methods. He is detail oriented, familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD familiar with interpreting critical path schedules (Primavera 6), and with a Primavera Contract Manager and Expedition.).

 

Relevant Project / Work Experience

PG&E Humboldt Bay Plant Decommissioning, Eureka, CA. On Site Project Control Scheduler Mr. Teston provided construction management agency (Design Build project delivery) for the construction of $25 million the PG&E Humboldt Bay Plant decommissioning. He updates the schedule regularly during project design and construction development. Evaluates critical and near critical path activity sequences. Assesses actual progress based on site inspections. Analyzes progress reports against the schedule. Evaluates critical and near critical path activity sequences. Determines reasonable schedule logic and constraints based on discussion with task owners and/or teams.

Boeing Composite Manufacturing Salt Lake City Airport Facility, Utah. Field Construction Manager. Mr. Teston provided construction management agency (CMA project delivery) for the construction of $60 million the Boeing 787 Dreamliner facility modification. He assists the Construction Manager to build sets and stages within budgets, to deadlines, and to meet standards set by designers. He reports to Construction Manager and assists with tasks such as scheduling, cost estimation and cost control. He monitored construction to ensure that projects were built to the standards of safety/ quality and are completed on schedule and within budget. He Tracked RFI’s and Submittals status and ensure compliance of work in the field using BIM 360 remotely access of documents (RFI, Submittals, Drawings, Specifications) thru iPod or phone. He implements strong organizational methods, close attention to detail and displays the ability to work under pressure. Additionally, he oversees various construction plans and procedures such as: Construction Assurance Plan, Safety Program, Hazard Analysis, Construction Integration Testing and Acceptance Plan.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), California. Construction Engineer Three Story Boarding Area “A”.     Mr. Teston worked on the design and construction at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), three story Boarding Area “A”, Secure Connector, Tunnels A, C and D, and concession. A $475 million program using Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) project delivery.  He represented the owner and/or Architect in all project meetings and other field matters relating to project construction of the project. He made periodic site visits to the project, recorded observations and reported to the Project Administrator all observations related to completion status, quality of workmanship and compliance with the Contract Documents. His responsibilities included the transmission of large quantities of paper work and project documentation particularly AIA standardized documents. He was responsible for the comprehensive and timely administration of all project related documentation and information. He acted as arbiter of the contract documents. He monitored the contractor performance and progress, and periodically reported same to the Project Manager. He ensures and oversees RFI and Submittals distribution, receiving and tracking RFI and submittal responses according to program procedures. He scheduled, coordinated and conducted progress meetings. He prepared change orders, monitored RFIs and submittals. He monitored closeout submittals and performed periodic construction site visits. He reviewed all submittals from the design sub-contractors, including Civil Engineer drawings for conformance to standards and constructability. He is experienced in interpreting contract drawings and specifications, assisting with resolutions for technical engineering problems with the assigned discipline(s) and coordinating application of the solutions.

Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Menita San Jose International Airport (SJC) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for their Noise Abatement Program. Owner Representative, QA/QC. Mr. Teston served as Construction Manager Agency (CMA project delivery) and represented United State Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for their Noise Abatement $150 million Program. Responsible in Administering the Owners contract with the Contractors, Design Professional and others related parties. Review and evaluate deviation from schedule. Review and approve invoices and process payment applications. Review and approve Construction contract Change Orders and processing related documents. Monitor and tracked requests for information (RFI), submittals, bulletins, as built drawings and close out documentation. Supervise other personnel at the construction site. Communicate appropriately with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with relevant laws. Conducting periodic progress meeting. Manage the communication process with the public and other as needed. Manage project financing. Work closely with all responsible parties on the construction project especially with the Clerks of the Works and Construction Superintendent. responsible for quality assurance enforcement; project coordination with various agencies, designers, and contractors; the preparation of plans, specifications, and submittals; RFIs; scheduling reviews; cost proposal and change order estimations, negotiations, and approvals; safety enforcement; payment evaluations; and construction documentation from start-up to close-out. Conducted projects construction quality assurance to confirm all work and materials is in accordance with the contract plans, specifications, and established standards of quality.

 

 

 

 

 

A.B. Won Pat International Airport Authority, Guam. Construction engineer. Mr. Teston provided construction engineering support for the construction of terminal expansion Phase 1 project. The $710 million with traditional Design Bid Build project completed phase featured an expanded terminal space of 550,000 sq. ft. from 220,000 sq. ft., a new larger customs and immigration hall, public parking lot with 710 spaces, new and expanded retail space, an automated baggage system capable of processing 120 bags per minute, and four pairs of moving walkways along the concourse. He was responsible for the methods and solutions for complex engineering problems and selects the most efficient and economical manner in meeting the objectives. Applied advanced engineering techniques and analyses within a discipline. Managed a subtask of a larger project or study in accordance with contractual obligations. Responsible for the technical excellence of the engineering functions of the project including coordination of technical disciplines, procurement of materials and equipment, and construction planning assistance. Review and payment recommendation of pay applications based on field progress. Construction schedule monthly review. Review of change orders, recommend issuance of field change orders; review documents for potential A/E errors and omissions.

U.S. Army Military Housing Privatization, Alaska. Construction Manager. Mr. Teston managed Ft Wainwright and Ft Greely, US Army housing privatization on-site field construction activities associated with the completion of $55 million Design Build Mini IDP (Initial Development Period) project with ongoing Full IP (Initial Development Period) worth $255 million. Developed scope of work, supervised design from schematic design (SD-30% documents), design development documents (DD-60% documents), construction documents (CD-100% documents), bid and award, and construction of new and renovation and fit-out military housing projects. Prepared construction status and cost reports for presentation to the client. Liaison with other departments required for completion of the project or impacted by the construction. Reviewed and approved design documents and component estimates, improved quality performance. Played a part in rebuilding the project team with talented quality control managers, developed training and improved morale or team work, resulting in improved client’s corporate image and reputation, good quality homes for soldiers. Review and monitored Civil works included route widening, truck climbing, wider roadway, and additional of shoulders. Performed inspection work for drainage systems, asphalt paving, grading or dirt work, traffic controls, SWPPP, and striping. At, construction/rehabilitation of 50 miles neighborhood collector roads, assigned as the Traffic Control Inspector.

Bristol-Myers Squibb, Large-Scale Cell Culture Manufacturing Facility, MA. Field Engineer. Mr. Teston provided construction management and commissioning, qualification, and validation support services for Bristol-Myers Squibb’s large-scale cell culture manufacturing facility in Devens, Massachusetts. A Construction Management at Risk (CMAR project delivery method), $750 million project.  Responsible for quality assurance, quality control, and project engineering for Pharmaceutical construction management and commissioning, qualification, and validation support services for a large-scale cell culture manufacturing facility. In (CQV) division, Created a system to identify all pharmaceutical clean areas finishes and equipment for installation. Introduced a schedule by coordinating with the Quality Control and Assurance department to gather and bring us up to speed on Primavera Construction Management to ensure all technical submittals, change orders, RFI’s and shop drawings were approved. The operating efficiency was improved by 20% because of the eliminated unnecessary procedures. QA/QC for the construction of 5-mile stretch of arterial roads. Performed inspection for grading, asphalt, concrete, pavement works, and traffic control/Construction Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program (COZEEP). Duties included preparing ARE Engineer’s Daily Report and Extra Work daily reports if needed; and preparing quantity calculations for monthly estimates.

Oakland Unified School District, OUSD Modernization Program, Owner Representative. Mr. Teston handled various school projects for OUSD school modernization namely, Bella Vista Elementary School, La Fayette Elementary School, Piedmont Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School. Responsibilities include: preliminary estimate design fee proposal; issuing requests for proposals to A/E firm(s); validating A/E fee proposals according to client budget; and issuing NTP. Conducts site surveys with specialized consultants prior to design to provide pertinent information to design team regarding approach, including site soils investigation and lead and asbestos surveys of a site or existing building from a logistical and feasibility standpoint. Supervises all activities associated with assigned projects, including control, organization, planning and design coordination with A/E firm and communication with client.

Responsible for coordinating preliminary DSA meeting(s) and manages DSA approval. In addition, verifies that all drawings issued by the A/E firm are completed, accurate and comply with owner’s standards and specifications. Oversees construction work on weekly meetings. Reviews all RFIs and submittal of change order estimates for work outside of contracted scope (unforeseen conditions) prior to commencing work. Reviews all change orders from all construction projects with CMs and assesses their impact on the District then helps OARs/AOR for processing FCD/CCD through DSA processing.

Prepared specification, and verified that all drawings and specifications issued for DSA and Bid package(s) were completed and accurate per owner’s standards and specifications. Coordinated RFPs from company associates and conducted project turn over meetings with Design coordinator and Key associates.

Oversaw construction work and weekly meeting(s); response to all RFIs, and submittal of change order estimates for work outside of contracted scope (unseen condition(s)) prior to commencing work.