CRISTOPHER ZUNIGA
Glendora,CA
Summary
Construction Project Manager with 10+ years of progressive experience delivering tenant improvement projects across healthcare (HCAI/OSHPD), government, and commercial sectors. Proven ability to manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, including scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and client communication. Strong field background in framing and drywall systems with hands-on experience managing self-perform and multi-trade scopes on complex, regulated projects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
MIK Construction
10.2024 - Current
- Project Manager on a $75M+ HCAI-regulated healthcare construction project, managing assigned scopes in compliance with applicable codes and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and maintain project schedules using MS Project and oversee budgets for multiple concurrent projects, ensuring on-time delivery and cost control.
- Build and sustain strong client relationships through consistent communication and regular progress updates.
- Collaborate with the Estimating department during preconstruction by performing client job walks, defining scope and trades, and negotiating proposals prior to budget handoff through Gordian (JOC) and Simplebid platforms.
- Manage project financials such as budgets, change events, and client billings in Procore, maintaining accurate and up to date records.
- Resolve on-site unforeseen challenges proactively by addressing cost-related issues and investigating proposed alternative solutions to support uninterrupted project execution.
Construction Superintendent
MIK Construction
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed field quality control to ensure installations were compliant with project plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
- Supervised field operations, subcontractors, and site logistics across multiple projects.
- Coordinated work sequencing to maintain project schedules and productivity.
- Managed site inspections, implementation of site safety protocols, proactively identifying hazards and mitigating risk.
- Maintained project records, including daily reports, issues list, inspections records, field updates and look-ahead schedules.
- Led RFI development for unforeseen field conditions and managed trade submittals to ensure timely approvals and steady project progress.
Construction Superintendent
HYM Engineering
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised field operations within secured correctional facilities, coordinating subcontractors and site logistics under strict access and security protocols.
- Coordinated closely with facility staff and government personnel to maintain continuous operations and ensure compliance with security requirements.
- Performed field quality control inspections to ensure installation conformed to project drawings, specifications, and code requirements.
- Identified and resolved field conflicts in coordination with engineers and project teams to further progress in a highly controlled environment.
- Maintained detailed project documentation, including daily reports, inspections, and field updates.
Assistant Foreman
PSC Construction
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Supervised and directed field crews, ensuring tasks were executed efficiently and in accordance with project plans and specifications.
- Assisted in planning and executing work activities in alignment with project schedules and milestones.
- Performed field quality control to ensure workmanship met project requirements and minimized rework.
- Assisted in material procurement and assessed lead times to ensure deliveries aligned with project sequencing.
- Tracked daily production, manpower, and material usage to support schedule adherence and cost control.
Education
AS - Construction Management
Citrus College
Glendora, CASkills
- OSHA 30
- CMIT Level 1
- Construction Software: Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam Revu, Gordian, Simplebid
- Procore Certification: Superintendent, Project Manager
- MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Fully Bilingual: English and Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Manager
MIK Construction
10.2024 - Current
Construction Superintendent
MIK Construction
06.2023 - 09.2024
Construction Superintendent
HYM Engineering
01.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Foreman
PSC Construction
01.2016 - 01.2022
AS - Construction Management
Citrus College