Joseph V. DiFatta Elgin, IL, ***** • 847-***-****

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Vice President of Construction

Seasoned executive with over 15 years of expertise in the construction and commercial real estate industries, with proven methods and leadership leading to exemplary results. Dynamic professional with a track record of improving processes and procedures throughout construction phases to minimize project duration. Proven aptitudes in collaborating with owners, architects, and account managers to finalize multi-million-dollar projects within complex environments. Adept at resolving issues, driving operational improvements, and increasing customer satisfaction. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients and professionals. Dedicated leader with comprehensive construction management expertise, skilled in mentoring and motivating teams to achieve organizational goals. Areas of Expertise

• Construction Quality Control

• Operations Management

• Cross-Functional Leadership

• Project Management

• Site Development

• Team Building

• Construction Techniques

• Risk Mitigation

• Client/Customer Relations

Career Experience

MRG Construction Corporation – Chicago, IL 2019 – 2023 Vice President of Construction

Acuminated an energetic team of Project Managers, Estimators, along with a knowledgeable group of superintendents. Created a positive work environment and culture while facilitating new procedures and policies from the preconstruction to project completion. Inaugurated a Woodworking division and warehouse for a national client. Partnered with developers and leasing agents to produce land development and ground-up work for national clients, including Salon Lofts, Starbucks, Aspen Dental, Burlington, Casey’s, Well Now, and True North. Devised quality control procedures for Superintendents that minimized final inspection to zero punch lists for 16 projects.

● Launched a startup company within MRG Realty Group, cultivating a three-to-five-year growth plan and surpassing original projections from $2M in gross income for 2019 to $60M in 2023.

● Pioneered the development of a $26M Jewish School project, completing a demo of the two-story structure, constructing a new gymnasium, and renovating for lecture halls, classrooms, cafeterias, and kitchens.

Jirsa Construction Inc. – East Dundee, IL 2016 – 2019 Director of Operations

Formulated a productive team of estimators, project managers, and superintendents. Established new procedures focused on daily communication, project expectations, and safety. Monitored all facets of commercial construction, preconstruction, retail, tenant build-out, ground-up civil, medical, detention, and renovation projects with site coordination, scheduling, and sequencing. Led projects for the relocation of a lake and infill for a building.

Completed several outlet locations for ground-up buildings, located in shopping centers in Tinley Park, Naperville, Lake Villa, and Sugar Grove, Lisle, and Palatine.

● Achieved annual savings of $100K by organizing a warehouse to set up facility work.

● Championed the management of subcontractor crews on projects worth $2M to $5M.

● Successfully secured national accounts with Aspen Dental, Thornton’s, Starbucks, Salon Lofts, Mariano’s, and Bucky’s.

● Published eight times in Starbucks' monthly newsletter as one of their premier contractors.

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Builtech Construction Inc. – Schaumburg, IL 2013 – 2016 Senior Superintendent

Finalized fast-paced turnaround projects for Starbucks. Executed ground-up construction projects for multiple restaurant chains, including Checkers and Mod Pizza. Renovated retail centers in Wheaton, Tinley Park Plaza, and Orland Park for National clients. The construction included the installation of substantial retention systems. Tyler Lane Construction – Chicago, IL 2011 – 2013

Senior Superintendent

Contributed to a team that acquired the highest profit margin within the company. Oversaw ground-up construction of the Public Library Addition for the Public Building Commission.

● Spearheaded a multi-million-dollar renovation of Building H for Harper College in Palatine, including a new atrium.

Chicago Commercial Contractors, LLC – Chicago, IL 2008 – 2011 General Superintendent

Directed 24 Superintendents and all associated multi-million-dollar schedule-driven projects. Led preconstruction functions such as scheduling, buyouts, and bid evaluation. Completed CPA Upgrade Renovations, Boiler packages with BAS systems, and generator assemblies. Installed elevator modernization ADA requirements and formulated new Math and Science labs. Held responsibility for managing field operations and instituting new policies and procedures, all while guaranteeing proper mentoring on sequencing and scheduling to boost performance.

● Earned a promotion to General Superintendent after a little over a year with the company.

● Generated $60M in project value within one year. Additional Experience:

Senior Superintendent/Project Manager, Jirsa Construction Inc., East Dundee, IL -2004-2008 Superintendent, FH Paschen, Chicago, IL 1998-2004

Education

Millikin University 1976-78

Professional Development

American Red Cross Standard Life Safety & CPR

Flagger Training

Emergency Planning & Response

Suspended Scaffold & Awareness

Technical Proficiencies

Microsoft Office (Word, Project, Excel) – Procore Project Management Software – Compass Project Management Software – Blue Beam Estimating Software - Sage and Primavera Accounting Programs Affiliations

Member, Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity

President & Coach, Bartlett Athletic Association for Raiders Youth Football Program 2023 Hall of Fame inductee in Raiders Nation

Vice President of the Booster Club & Coach, Driscoll Catholic High School Football Program Local IBEW, 134 Member

Licenses & Certifications

Certified in OSHA Safety Standards (OSHA 30 Hour and 10 Hour)

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