Experience & Professionalism
We have built a team of highly trained project managers, owner’s representatives, cost estimators and mechanical, civil, structural and electrical engineers. Our skilled development and construction consultants leverage technology, professionalism and experience to deliver exceptional results for our clients on the most complex of projects.
Utilizing the latest technologies and our collective experience, our team will make sure each project is executed correctly, on schedule and within budget.
President & CEO
President & CEO
Ed has more than 40 years of construction management experience, as both a consultant and contractor, spanning across three continents including Europe, Australia and the United States. His unique background and diverse construction and consulting experience includes governmental, institutional, commercial, industrial, residential, educational and healthcare projects.
As the founder and President of The Concord Group, Ed is responsible for providing oversight on all aspects of the firm’s construction consulting services. He has been instrumental in defining, implementing and managing the services associated with the firm’s assignments. Additionally, he is responsible for the financial management of the company and oversees the day-to-day operations of the firm.
Most recently, Ed’s love for fine wine led him to purchase an interest in a winery in Napa Valley, California.
CO - Chief Operating Officer
CO - Chief Operating Officer
Prior to joining The Concord Group in 1999, Eamon earned a BS in Quantity Surveying from Limerick Institute of Technology in Ireland. After graduation, he worked for various construction consulting firms both in the United States and abroad. Having spent over 23 years in the industry, Eamon has significant experience in the field of Construction Cost Management.
As Chief Operating Officer, Eamon assists in the design and implementation of business plans and company procedures. In addition to directing the Cost Management functions of The Concord Group, he jointly oversees the daily operations of the company. Other responsibilities include the establishment and monitoring of performance goals and specifically evaluating the performance of the Cost Management group. Eamon manages relationships with both clients and vendors and assists the President & CEO with overall growth strategy and implementation.
Having grown up in Ireland, Eamon enjoys his yearly visits back to see his family and introducing his wife and three children to the Irish culture.
CO - Chief Operating Officer
CO - Chief Operating Officer
John began his career across the pond in England where he earned a BS in Quantity Surveying from the University of Central Lancashire, England. He relocated to the United States in 2000 to play rugby for the Chicago Lions and pursue a career in Project Management.
As Chief Operating Officer, John assists in the design and implementation of business plans and company procedures. In addition to directing the Project Management functions of the company, he works directly with the President and CEO to establish goals for performance and growth throughout the entire company. Other responsibilities include overseeing planning, design, and construction for clients in healthcare, local and state government, manufacturing, retail and beyond.
As a retired head coach for the Chicago Lions Rugby Club and a former owner/operator of The Irish Pub in Milwaukee’s Third Ward, John brings a colorful level of conversation to any circle.
Chief Administrative Officer
Chief Administrative Officer
Suzanne is The Concord Group’s Chief Administrative Officer and has been with the company since 2011. She has a BComm from the University College of Dublin, Ireland and an MBS from the UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, Ireland. Prior to joining The Concord Group, Suzanne worked in Finance for an international bank.
As the Chief Administrative Officer, Suzanne is responsible for overseeing the administrative functions of the company and manages the areas of finance, marketing, business development, human resources and information technology. Suzanne reports to the Chief Executive Officer and executes business strategies, policies and procedures that support the accomplishment of The Concord Group’s strategic plan.
Suzanne enjoys sports, is an avid runner and she represented Ireland in Tennis at junior level. When she’s not working, Suzanne likes to keep fit, spend time with her family and travel.
President & Principal at Concord Addis, LLC
President & Principal at Concord Addis, LLC
In 2011, Doug retired from his position as Executive Vice President and Owner of a leading construction manager/general contractor in Ohio. After taking a little time off, he started providing Owner Agency services for clients including the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority and a student housing project at Ohio State. In April of 2016, he joined forces with The Concord Group to form Concord Addis.
As President and Principal of Concord Addis, Doug manages the Columbus office and is responsible for business development and operations of our construction services in the Ohio market.
In his spare time Doug enjoys golfing, fishing, going to Ohio State football and basketball games and spending time with his family.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Robert (Bobby) started his career with The Concord Group as an intern while still studying at Marquette University and took a full-time position after graduating.
As Project Manager, Bobby's responsibilities include managing project controls, project coordination and reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager. He assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to confirm that all duties are executed and completed per the client's goals and objectives.
When he's not working, Bobby enjoys camping, hiking and spending as much time outside as possible with his close friends and family.
Business Development Consultant
Business Development Consultant
Rosemarie Andolino is a proven executive in both the private and public sector. She currently serves as an Independent Board Member and Advisor to various for-profit and not-for-profit organizations; including the Chicago Parking Meters, LLC, FetchyFox, Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction, and JDRF Illinois.
In her role at Concord, Rosemarie is responsible for implementing strategies and opportunities to promote growth within the aviation market, while also identifying leads for introductions to Concord’s senior leadership.
Ms. Andolino is the former Chairman of MAG USA and CEO of International Development for the Manchester Airport Group, UK (MAG) where she oversaw the development of MAG’s North American and global airport services business.
Rosemarie had a distinguished 24-year career in public service within several City of Chicago departments, including Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Aviation, Executive Director of the O'Hare Modernization Program (OMP) and First Deputy Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Planning and Development.
As Commissioner, she oversaw the management and operation of one of the world’s busiest airport systems comprised of O’Hare and Midway International Airports, with an operating budget of $1 billion.
In addition, she was charged with implementing the $8 Billion O’Hare Modernization Program (OMP), which reconfigured the airport's complicated intersecting runways to improve efficiency and enhance the travelers experience. The OMP was the leading environmentally sustainable infrastructure program in the world.
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
Jose is an accomplished Project Manager with more than 26 years of experience working in the construction industry. His background as a Project Manager, Cost Estimator and BIM Coordinator means he brings a specific understanding of design and construction to the team and makes him invaluable to any project he is involved with.
Jose has worked on many different project types but having spent the majority of his career working in different firms’ healthcare divisions, he developed his true passion. He has demonstrated success in building strong, long-lasting relationships with subcontractors, vendors and owners.As a Senior Project Manager, Jose is responsible for the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting.
As an Orlando Resident, Jose likes to spend his free time with his family, either at the beach or visiting the Orlando amusement parks.
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Laura attended the University of Medellin in Colombia, earning a B.A. in International Business. In 2018 she moved to the United States and held Project Management and Account Management positions. In these roles, she was responsible for ensuring quality, monitoring project progress, problem-solving and scheduling for different suppliers. In addition, she is currently pursuing her Master of Business Administration at Mount Mary University. Her background enabled her to develop excellent leadership and mentoring skills, molding her into a versatile young professional. As a bilingual international business professional, Laura has strong communication skills and an innate ability to connect with people.
In her role, Laura supports our Project Managers and Senior Project Managers in the day-to-day activities associated with projects. She assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to ensure all duties are executed and completed per the client's goals and objectives.
In her free time, Laura enjoys outdoor activities like camping, hiking, road trips and working out. She volunteers with people from the Latin community of the city on healthy and exercising programs.
Senior Cost Estimator
Senior Cost Estimator
Richard began his career in Australia where he earned a BS in Building Construction Management from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Australia. Prior to joining The Concord Group in 2002, he worked for various construction consulting firms.
Richard is involved in the preparation of all stages of cost estimates from schematic design through construction documents and change orders for various institutions, architects/engineers, governmental clients and private clients.
When he's not vacationing across the country, Rich enjoys coaching his children at soccer and playing golf....when he's allowed to.
Project Executive
Project Executive
Throughout his 20 year career, Tim has managed over $750 Million in construction projects throughout the US and Internationally with $600 Million being in the healthcare market. Between two stints with Concord, Tim has spent 13 years with the firm and is now a Project Executive.
In his time away from Concord, Tim worked as an in-house Owner’s Representative for two leading Healthcare organizations and a global manufacturing company. He has significant experience in assembling project budgets and has been involved in a variety of large capital budgeting programs.
As a Project Executive, Tim is responsible for leading a team on various project assignments to establishing budget, schedule and delivery methods for greenfield developments, expansions and facility upgrades. He provides day-to-day leadership on significant projects and oversees project management teams.
Tim is a Wisconsin native who spends most of his “free” time with his wife and four kids between the ages of 5–10. He is involved with various youth basketball, baseball, and soccer teams. He and his family spend a lot of time swimming and playground hopping. When he does get time to himself, he enjoys playing golf with his friends. If you are looking for suggestions on playgrounds or golf courses in Milwaukee, Tim is your guy.
Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager
With a BA in English from the University of Dayton in Ohio and a Masters of Education from St. Xavier University, Illinois, Katie spent the first three years of her career teaching high school English before transitioning to a career in marketing. With her knowledge and passion for writing, she joined The Concord Group as a Marketing Coordinator.
In her role as Marketing Manager, Katie develops and maintains various print and online marketing resources and collaborates with technical staff on project-specific materials. Katie reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and assists the Director of Marketing and Business Development.
In her spare time, Katie enjoys traveling and seeing live music.
Director of Operations, Ohio
Director of Operations, Ohio
Patrick followed a unique path to his current role of Director of Operations with The Concord Group, dabbling in architecture, business, and construction management between his University of Illinois and Milwaukee School of Engineering upbringing.
His evolving journey at Concord from intern to Cost Estimator to a Senior Project Manager to a leading Project Executive and finally to Director of Operations reflect these backgrounds, forming something greater than the sum of its parts, as his ability to leverage these different skill sets have resulted in a pattern of major project successes.
A Chicago native, Patrick has braved many project-based challenges, but none so great as living as a Bears fan in Packer country. With that in mind, he’s become an avid world traveler, particularly during football season.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Sareena joined The Concord Group in 2017 after graduating from Northwestern University with an Industrial Engineering degree.
Sareena’s responsibilities include managing project controls, project coordination and reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager. She assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to confirm that all duties are executed and completed per the client's goals and objectives.
In her spare time, Sareena enjoys playing her violin, jogging along Lake Michigan and spending time with her friends.
Senior Project Manager, Technical Services
Senior Project Manager, Technical Services
Mike began his career with a mechanical contracting firm where he performed all aspects of the trade. As his career evolved, he took interest in the commissioning aspect of construction.
Mike has been commissioning buildings since 2010 and has more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry. He has been involved in multiple projects from higher education, mission critical, healthcare, K-12, commercial, and industrial facilities.
As a Senior Project Manager in Technical Services, Mike’s responsibilities include project management of all technical offerings, commissioning, and field testing. This involves collaborating with clients, design teams, contractors, and subcontractors, with the goal of achieving a functional and sustainable building, meeting each aspect of the owner’s requirements.
On his own time, Mike keeps himself busy with family events, coaching high school football, and helping his friends and family with projects.
Assistant Project Manager at Concord Addis
Assistant Project Manager at Concord Addis
Paige graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History and an Associates Degree in Science. After graduation, she joined a general contractor as an Assistant Project Manager where she gained ample construction experience, both on-site and in the office.
She has worked on a variety of projects in various stages of construction from early site work to project close-out.As an Assistant Project Manager, Paige’s responsibilities include supporting our Ohio projects, primarily with the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting. Her diverse backgrounds is an invaluable asset to our team and clients.
Construction being one of her passions and hobbies, Paige enjoys doing home renovation projects. Occasionally you will find her camping and trail riding with her UTV.
Director of Marketing
Director of Marketing
Jenny attended Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa where she earned a BA in Marketing. She began her career at a non-profit firm, writing grants for programs designed to assist job seekers from all backgrounds. From there she joined an Architectural firm as a Marketing Coordinator before joining The Concord Group in 2013.
In her role, Jenny leads the company’s marketing and business development efforts and is responsible for the firms overall marketing program while establishing and maintaining relationships with clients. Jenny reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and works directly with technical staff to establish a business plan for promoting the company.
Away from work, Jenny enjoys rooting for the Chicago Blackhawks and spending time with her niece and five nephews.
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Zach graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering. During college, he spent two years interning at Concord, contributing to numerous projects in the healthcare and education markets. Upon graduation, Zach officially joined Concord full-time as an Assistant Project Manager.
Zach has strong communication skills and an innate ability to connect with people. A versatile young professional, Zach is detail-orientated and possesses excellent leadership skills. As Assistant Project Manager, his role includes managing project controls, project coordination and reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager.
In his free time, Zach enjoys watching/attending sporting events, working out, and biking.
Cost Estimator I
Cost Estimator I
Diana graduated from Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro Alvarado in Venezuela with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering. In 2018 she began her career as a Cost Estimator working with different estimating firms gaining experience in construction.
Diana’s ability to analyze problems quickly and determine an effective solution has made her invaluable to our team. She is an effective communicator with the ability to articulate cost data and present an estimate to clients in a clear manner. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she has built strong relationships and continues to grow her network.
As a Cost Estimator I, Diana works closely with the Senior Cost Management staff. Her responsibilities include architectural/structural/civil quantity take-offs from 2D drawings to compile detailed cost estimates at all design stages, complete change order verifications, and value engineering exercises.
Away from work, Diana loves reading, painting, doing art projects with her daughter Bianca, and spending time with her family. Being away from their motherland, they have a very strong bond.
Project Executive
Project Executive
Patrick began his career at a construction materials engineering firm as an on-site inspector for construction projects. He then attended Marquette University Law School and practiced state and federal compliance law for an insurance company and in the litigation department at Chase Bank.
He returned to his construction roots by joining The Concord Group in 2015. As a Project Executive, Patrick is responsible for the coordination, planning and administration of various project assignments. He provides day-to-day leadership on significant projects and oversees project management teams. Patrick acted as the Project Manager for the Milwaukee Streetcar project.
Patrick enjoys playing and watching soccer, hiking, and biking outdoors in his spare time.
Office Manager
Office Manager
Christian joined The Concord Group in 1996 as the first hired employee within the firm. He began as an intern while still finishing college at DePaul University in Chicago. After graduation, he took on a full-time position with the company and never looked back.
In his role as Office Manager, Christian is responsible for organizing and coordinating administration duties and office procedures, preparing payroll, designing filing systems and reviewing and approving supply requests. In addition, he ensures that all items are invoiced and paid on time.
In his spare time, Christian enjoys going to Chicago Cubs games, spending time with his family and trivia nights with friends.
Project Manager
Project Manager
After spending seven years working overseas as a Structural Project Manager and Technician with the United States Air Force, Mitch joined The Concord Group for a 12-week Project Management Internship. At the same time, he completed his tenure with the military and transitioned back to civilian life. After the 3-month program, Mitch officially joined The Concord Group full-time.
His unique experience, strong leadership skills and ability to utilize his wide range of skill sets immediately positively impacted our Project Management team.
Mitch's responsibilities include managing project controls, project coordination and reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager. He assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to confirm that all duties are executed and completed per the client's goals and objectives.
Mitch enjoys woodworking, DIY projects, and anything outdoors in his spare time. And mostly spending time with his wife and beautiful daughter.
Cost Estimator I
Cost Estimator I
Chengying “Connie” graduated from Shanghai Ocean University with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. In 2013 she relocated to the United States and attended the Illinois Institute of Technology where she earned a Master’s Degree in Construction Engineering, Management and Civil Engineering.
Having already braved two Chicago winters, Connie decided to remain in the city and began working as an Assistant Project Manager for an architectural firm. From there she joined a general contracting firm in the suburbs of Chicago where she was responsible for accurately estimating projects from conceptual through to the construction document phases. In 2019 she joined The Concord Group’s Cost Estimating department.
As a Cost Estimator I, Connie works closely with the Senior Cost Management staff. Her responsibilities include architectural/structural/civil quantity take-offs from 2D drawings and/or 3D BIM models to compile detailed cost estimates at all design stages, complete change order verifications, and value engineering exercises.
With the company of her friends and family, Connie enjoys exploring new restaurants and seasonal events in the Chicagoland area and traveling around the world collecting unique souvenirs.
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Josie comes from a family with a strong background in construction. She spent breaks between semesters interning at The Concord Group, while she attended Spring Hill College where she earned a BS in Cellular and Molecular Biology. After graduation, she accepted a position in clinical research and project managed an international cancer study.
Although she found this extremely rewarding, she couldn’t resist the lure of the construction industry. Wanting to further expand her project management skills, Josie returned to Concord as an Assistant Project Manager.
In her role, Josie supports our Project Managers and Senior Project Managers on the day-to-day activities associated with projects. She assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to ensure all duties are executed and completed in accordance with the clients goals and objectives.
In her spare time, Josie enjoys exploring local restaurants and breweries with her fiancé, and spending time outdoors with their puppy, Hazel.
Director of Business Development
Director of Business Development
A licensed real estate professional since 1999, Ryan has performed many roles in the Real Estate, Design and Construction Industry. The focal point of his career has always been development, whether as director of acquisitions with two different developers or as a commercial broker with Jameson Commercial, where he specialized in commercial development, representing several high-profile developers and investors. Ryan also has experience in sales, sales management, asset management, project management, investment and development. Ryan brings his unique perspective to The Concord Group to lead the firm's growth as The Director of Business Development.
Having grown up in the restaurant business, Ryan is a passionate home cook and enjoys entertaining friends and family whenever possible.
Business Development Consultant
Business Development Consultant
Tim has more than 30 years of experience working in Wisconsin government and politics, including eight years as a member of the State Assembly.
As a legislator, Tim focused his efforts on business-related issues, including utility, banking and construction legislation. As Chairman of the Assembly Energy & Utilities Committee, he helped pass a series of groundbreaking energy bills into law to modernize the state’s antiquated electric utility industry for the 21st Century. After leaving the Legislature in 2002, Tim founded Hoven Consulting to provide clients with a wide array of government affairs services. Since its formation, Hoven Consulting has had strong growth based on legislative success and client satisfaction.
In his role at Concord, Tim is responsible for implementing strategies and opportunities to promote growth with Wisconsin-based municipalities, while also identifying leads for introductions to Concord’s senior leadership.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Todd is a lifelong learner, having attended a wide variety of colleges and universities throughout his life and career. With the majority of his career spent in the construction industry, Todd has gained significant experience as a Project Manager.
Skilled in commercial construction, contracting, renovation, and retail construction, Todd brings a unique set of skills to every project team.
As a Project Manager, Todd provides project management support to a Project Executive and Senior Project Manager through all phases of a project. He assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to confirm all duties are executed and completed in accordance with the clients goals and objectives.
A Milwaukee native, Todd spent time abroad serving in the Navy and living in California before returning to Wisconsin. He and his wife enjoy outdoor sports such as canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, camping and travel. He’s a runner and bicyclist and is often found running and volunteering at races on weekends.
Director, Infrastructure Management
Director, Infrastructure Management
Jim leads the Infrastructure Management Division and has over 30 years of civil engineering design and construction experience focused on infrastructure improvements for both public and private sector clients.
Specifically, he has significant project management experience in all facets of municipal, site development and water resources-related work which includes various community/civic developments, street/roadway systems, mass grading/earth retention, storm water management/detention facilities, sanitary and storm sewer, water distribution, structural design/soil stabilization related to riverfront/pathways, dam rehabilitation/slope stability and various park/sport complex improvements.
Away from work, Jim enjoys following local amateur and professional sports teams, traveling or spending time with family and hiking with his two dogs.
Senior Project Manager, Technical Services
Senior Project Manager, Technical Services
Justin attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville where he earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He began his career as a commissioning engineer before joining The Concord Group in 2021.
As a Senior Project Manager in Technical Services, Justin’s responsibilities include project management of all technical offerings, commissioning, and field testing. This involves collaborating with clients, design teams, contractors, and subcontractors, with the goal of achieving a functional and sustainable building, meeting each aspect of the owner’s requirements.
Away from work, Justin enjoys spending time with his family and dog, working out, hiking, and is an avid sports fan.
Project Executive
Project Executive
Mark attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering where he earned a BS in Construction Management and Structural Engineering. After graduation, he joined The Concord Group's Project Management team.
Since then, he has gained experience in the areas of Cost Management, Project Management and Facilities/Operations Management. He has worked on projects in private, governmental and higher education sectors, with significant experience in the Healthcare market. He has managed over $400M in healthcare projects, ranging in value between $100,000 and $300,000,000.
As a Project Executive, Mark is responsible for the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting.
Mark is an Eagle Scout, active Church Member and enjoys spending time outdoors, with his wife and family, golfing and being on the lake.
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
Keith graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies and achieved a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. In addition, Keith is All But Dissertation (ABD) for his Ph.D in Architecture, Culture & Behavior from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He brings more than 25 years of experience as an Architectural Designer, Design Researcher and Facility Performance Evaluator.
As a Senior Project Manager in Technical Services, Keith’s responsibilities include managing and collaborating with multi-discipline teams to evaluate facility accessibility, condition, energy use, environmental health and safety, workplace experience, and other metrics to provide a framework with which owners can make effective capital improvement decisions.
During the week, after a productive day at work, Keith enjoys unwinding by learning and practicing some new songs on the guitar and bass-guitar. On the weekend, you can find him kicking around some dirt on a hiking trail or yelling at the umpire at a baseball game. Go Cubs!
Senior Cost Estimator
Senior Cost Estimator
Robert attended The School of the Art Institute of Chicago where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts. He has spent his entire career working in the Chicagoland area where he has gained significant experience working at different architecture and design firms.
An accomplished commercial interior design professional with nearly 30 years’ experience, Robert brings a unique set of skills to his role as Senior Cost Estimator. His strengths include architectural and design technology, construction administration, producing contract documents, building codes, reviewing submissions and shop drawings, conducting quality assurance/quality control reviews and project management. His past project experience ranges from small office renovations to large scale civil aviation projects.
Robert is involved in the preparation of all stages of cost estimates from schematic design through construction documents and change orders for various institutions, architects/engineers, governmental and private clients.
Away from the office, Robert has been dedicating time towards the development of a community art space/garden and the preservation of several public art pieces in his neighborhood. He also enjoys printmaking and bicycling.
Director, Government Affairs
Director, Government Affairs
After his graduation from Lewis University and Northern Illinois University Law School and his acceptance into the Illinois Bar Association, Jim chased his passion for public service working with local, state, and federal government for over 28 years, 16 of which were as an elected official in the City of Chicago serving as Alderman for 5 years and City Clerk for 11 years.
As the City Clerk of Chicago, Jim led an office that issued over 100,000 business licenses annually with an $8M operational budget producing over $100M in revenue for the city.
In his role, Jim leads the Government Affairs efforts and regularly meets with County Mayors, Village Managers and City Clerks. He represents The Concord Group at Municipal conferences and events, while focusing on making connections with key government officials.
As a legendary political figure, Jim is known for making a mark on history as an authority in the political arena with a unique ability to captivate an audience. He was a noteworthy radio personality for WGN and public speaker and university lecturer.
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
Fred attended the University of Illinois at Chicago where he earned a BA in Architectural Studies. He began his career within the architectural industry, focusing on sustainable design and virtual construction.
From there, he worked for a Construction Management firm on a wide variety of project types before joining The Concord Group in 2017.
As a Senior Project Manager, Fred is responsible for the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting. With oversight from a Project Executive, he has the ability to manage the day-to-day business of a project.
In his spare time, Fred enjoys being outdoors and cooking with his family.
Project Executive
Project Executive
Ryan is an accomplished Owner’s Representative with 15+ years of industry experience across the country. He is passionate about the building industry and brings enthusiasm and excitement to every project team.
Ryan's technical background in Architectural Engineering means he understands the nuances of design and construction. And with his entrepreneurial spirit he has an appreciation for the complexities of financing, entitlement and building relationships with various stakeholders. He has been involved with a wide range of asset types but has a passion for hospitality, high-rise, and historic adaptive reuse.
As a Project Executive, Ryan is responsible for the coordination, planning and administration on various project assignments. He provides day-to-day leadership on significant projects and oversees project management teams.
Ryan is a graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering and is #58,000 on the Green Bay Packer’s season ticket wait list. Ryan, his wife and three kids love to travel and hike and are always planning their next adventure.
Director, Technical Services
Director, Technical Services
Mike joined The Concord Group in 2020 to launch the Technical Services Division of the firm. Underneath this umbrella is a multitude of services including commissioning, building energy management, energy modeling, facility condition assessments and sustainability consulting.
With more than 35 years of experience in the building services industry, Mike has supported many higher education, mission critical, healthcare, K-12, commercial, industrial and pharma/biotech facilities both domestically and internationally.
In his role as Director of Technical Services, Mike is responsible for building and supporting these service offerings throughout the US and Internationally. His experience in operations management, commissioning, project management, field testing and operations and maintenance allows him to fill multiple roles on any project team. He is focused on providing clients with fully operational facilities, well trained staff, identifying potential utility savings with the mechanical systems and providing a comfortable building environment.
Having grown up in England, Mike enjoys returning home on a regular basis to spend time with his family and friends.
Director, MEP Services
Director, MEP Services
Maurizio (Mo) joined The Concord Group in 1999 and has more than 35 years of experience working for leading construction-consulting firms in the United States and Italy.
He has successfully worked in all aspects of pre-construction, project development, construction phase administration, project controls and on-site project supervision. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from the Institute of Technology in Rome, Italy and he is a member of the Association of Construction Inspectors (ACI) and the American Society of Professional Estimators (CPE).
Mo directs the Mechanical and Electrical functions at The Concord Group. In addition, he also has shared responsibility for the scheduling, quality control, coordination and client relationships in our Real Estate Advisory Services.
In his free time, when he is not coaching soccer, Maurizio rides his bicycle and enjoys reading travel books. His latest challenge is studying Japanese.
Business Development Consultant
Business Development Consultant
Jeffrey (Jeff) J. Mantes was appointed Commissioner of the Department of Public Works by Mayor Tom Barrett and confirmed by the Milwaukee Common Council on July 27, 2004 and reappointed in September of 2008.
Jeff began his career with the City of Milwaukee in January 1977 as a Civil Engineer I and worked through the ranks of Civil Engineer II, III, Management Civil Engineer – Sr. (Planning & Developments) & Chief Transportation Planning, Development & Major Projects Engineer. The majority of his career has been spent in the area of transportation. Jeff has also served as a liaison with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, railroad companies, Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, MMSD, Milwaukee County and surrounding municipalities.
In his role at Concord, Jeff is responsible for implementing strategies and opportunities to promote growth with Milwaukee County and surrounding municipalities, while also identifying leads for introductions to Concord’s senior leadership.
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
While pursuing his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sean participated in multiple internship programs where he gained valuable experience working within the construction industry.
After graduation, he joined a construction firm in Chicago as a Field Engineer before joining The Concord Group in 2022.
Sean has dedicated his career to construction projects and understands what is involved in successfully managing a project. His knowledge includes project scheduling, OSHA compliance and safety, subcontractor coordination and oversight, cost estimating, project planning and development, problem-solving and quality control. Sean has worked on projects with budgets ranging from $350,000 to $120 Million, with the majority being within the healthcare market.
Sean’s responsibilities include the day-to-day management of project controls, project reporting and project coordination, with oversight from a Project Executive. He provides project management oversight for the design team, contractor and other team members while maintaining and reporting on the project budget and schedule.
Outside work, Sean loves spending time with his family, fishing, and anything outdoors.
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
With thirteen years of experience within the architecture, construction and engineering industries, Kevin brings a unique set of skills and expertise to the role of Senior Project Manager at The Concord Group.
He graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies and earned a Master of Business Administration from Marquette University, while working a full-time position at an architectural and engineering firm. Throughout his career, he has worked on projects with budgets ranging from $1 Million to $350 Million honing his ability to manage projects to a successful completion regardless of their size and scope.
In his role, Kevin is responsible for the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting. Kevin’s demonstrated effective leadership and communication skills have proven he strengthens any project team.
When asked what he enjoys doing in his free time, Kevin answered, “I have five wonderful daughters at home, so I’m not sure what free time is.”
Cost Estimator I
Cost Estimator I
Dustin graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Engineering and Technology, Construction Management. During college, he took Project Management and OSHA classes to expand his education. In 2020 he began his career in the construction industry, working with different firms and gaining experience in cost estimating and project management.
As Cost Estimator I, Dustin works closely with the Senior Cost Management staff. His responsibilities include MEP quantity take-offs through the “On-Screen” Take off systems, estimating calculations, change order verification and document management.Outside of work, Dustin enjoys spending time with his family and giving back to the community through community service. He is a member of the local Knights of Columbus, which provides numerous opportunities to help the community in diverse ways.
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
After earning her degree in Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Anna began her career at a workforce development organization. In her role she coordinated career exploration opportunities in manufacturing and construction for local high school students. She then joined another non-profit whose work centers around promoting the union construction industry before joining The Concord Group in 2020.
In her role as Assistant Project Manager, Anna supports our Project Managers and Senior Project Managers on the day-to-day activities associated with projects. She assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to ensure all duties are executed and completed in accordance with the clients goals and objectives.
In her spare time, Anna enjoys spending time “Up North”. When she’s not there, you can find her playing with the Miltown Gaels (Milwaukee’s Gaelic Football team).
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Upon graduating from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology in 2013, Ali spent several years working in education. She assisted and taught behavioral concepts to students in the Model Asperger Program and supported students in their further growth and development as they navigated high school and entered college.
From there she spent the next 5 years working as a Project Manager and Project Coordinator where she gained valuable experience managing company-wide operations while also delivering high quality work to clients.
Ali joined The Concord Group in the role of Assistant Project Manager. She is responsible for supporting our project management group, primarily with the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting.
Ali enjoys spending her free time hiking and going on long walks with her golden retriever, Mason, and her partner, Joe, but only when it is warm outside. Being a Maryland native, Ali is not yet used to the Midwest winters. She also loves playing and watching sports, especially Manchester United, the Washington Commanders and the Baltimore Orioles.
Cost Estimator I
Cost Estimator I
Yiufan attended the Illinois Institute of Technology where he earned a Bachelor of Architecture and a Master of Construction Engineering and Management. He has spent his entire career working in the Chicagoland area where he has gained significant experience working at different architectural, engineering, and construction firms. In 2019 he made the decision to join The Concord Group as a Cost Estimator I.
As a Cost Estimator I, Yiufan works closely with the Senior Cost Management staff. His responsibilities include MEP quantity take-off, estimating calculations, change order verification and document management.
In his spare time, Yiufan enjoys building Legos with his son, Kevin. He also enjoys traveling around the world exploring different architectural cultures.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Since earning a Master of Science in Engineering Management from Florida International University in 2016, Joseph has worked in the United States and internationally managing a variety of multi-unit residential and commercial construction projects.
In his role as Project Manager, Joseph’s responsibilities include the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager. He assists with developing, maintaining and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to confirm all duties are executed and completed in accordance with the clients goals and objectives.
Outside of work, Joseph enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing sports and trying different restaurants.
Project Executive
Project Executive
Tiffany began her career interning with a general contractor firm while she earned a BS in Construction from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. After college, Tiffany accepted a position at an industrial construction company specializing in mining and natural gas. In 2012 she joined The Concord Group’s Milwaukee office to further her career in Project Management.
As a Project Executive, Tiffany is responsible for the coordination, planning and administration of various project assignments. She provides day-to-day leadership on significant projects and oversees project management teams.
In her spare time, she enjoys going to Milwaukee Brewers games with her husband Nick and two sons. She also enjoys golfing and playing soccer.
Cost Estimator I
Cost Estimator I
Jacob graduated from Northern Michigan University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and a Master of Business Administration. Throughout his college and professional career, Jacob held several internship/full-time positions for construction firms in Michigan and Illinois while also gaining experience as a Technical and Combat Engineer for the US Army National Guard.
Jacob joined The Concord Group in 2022 as a Cost Estimator I. His evolving journey brings a unique set of skills to any project he is involved with and has resulted in a pattern of project successes.
As a Cost Estimator I, Jacob is responsible for preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and estimate detail using estimating software (ICE). He reviews drawings, specifications, narratives and supplemental information for completeness and clarity while maintaining budget pricing from manufacturers and subcontractors.
Away from work, Jacob likes to travel, read, and enjoy the outdoors through running, mountain biking, and hiking. He also likes to spend as much time with his family as he can!
Project Manager
Project Manager
Upon receiving his MBA in Business Administration and Management, Phillip joined The Concord Group’s Grand Rapids office in 2020. Between his various internships in Project Management, Engineering, and Estimating and his experience as a Project Engineer/Surveyor with the United States Army National Guard Corps of Engineers, Phillip brings many skills to any project he is involved with.
As Project Manager, Phillip's responsibilities include the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination and project reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager. He assists with developing, maintaining, and reporting budgets and schedules while interacting with the project team to confirm that all duties are executed and completed per the client's goals and objectives. In addition to his active role on projects, Phillip is involved in the Michigan Business Development efforts working to build relationships with the local area architects, engineers and contractors.
Growing up as a triplet and recently marrying a twin, Phillip has a close and unique relationship with his family. He likes to spend time with them whenever he gets the chance, especially when it involves being active outdoors, particularly hiking!
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Vince graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor of Engineering in Construction Management. During college, he participated in multiple internships, including three years interning at Concord, where he contributed to numerous projects, specifically dedicating significant time to working on a new U.S. production facility. Upon graduation, Vince officially joined Concord full-time as an Assistant Project Manager.
Vince is an effective communicator and thrives on complex projects. He is detail-orientated and understands the importance of providing timely and accurate information to the Owner. As Assistant Project Manager, Vince’s role includes managing project controls, project coordination and reporting, with oversight from either a Project Executive or a Senior Project Manager.
Away from the office, Vince enjoys staying active, especially when it involves attending a sporting event or traveling.
Cost Estimator I
Cost Estimator I
Aaron graduated from Indiana State University in 2020 with a major in Construction Management and a minor in Business Administration. Immediately after graduation, Aaron began his career and joined The Concord Group’s estimating group in Chicago.
Prior to joining Concord, Aaron participated in two internship programs, gaining experience working with a general contractor and assisting superintendents on various job sites.
As a Cost Estimator I, Aaron is responsible for preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and estimate detail using estimating software (ICE). He reviews drawings, specifications, narratives and supplemental information for completeness and clarity while maintaining budget pricing from manufacturers and subcontractors.
In his free time, Aaron enjoys woodworking and building just about anything he can find an excuse to make. From a pool table to beds, and just about everything in between, he finds the craftsmanship in building something very enjoyable.
Administration/Marketing Coordinator
Administration/Marketing Coordinator
Ciara graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. During her time at NIU, she was a member of the Gymnastics team competing at NCAA Division 1 level and captained the team during her senior year. Ciara was a marketing intern for The Concord Group during the summer of 2021 and returned post-graduation in 2023 to intern once again before joining Concord full-time as an Administration/Marketing Coordinator.
Ciara works closely with both the Administration and Marketing teams at Concord to ensure day-to-day functions in these areas run smoothly and efficiently.
In her free time, Ciara enjoys coaching club gymnastics, reading new books and spending time with family and friends.
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
XingXing attended Brown University where she earned a B.A. in Architecture. During her time at Brown, she worked as a Shop Monitor at the Brown Design Workshop, where she taught workshops in woodworking, 3D printing, laser cutting, and other maker skills, assisted students with their projects, and helped redesign the 10,000 SF space to improve workflow, user experience and accessibility. She also served as Managing Designer of a newspaper and was a Residential Counselor for first-year students.
Her background and activism enabled her to develop excellent leadership and mentoring skills, molding her into a versatile young professional. Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese, XingXing has strong communication skills and an innate ability to connect with people.
After graduating from college, XingXing joined Concord in the role of Assistant Project Manager. In her role she supports our Project Managers and Senior Project Managers on the day-to-day activities associated with projects. In addition, she supports our Technical Services group in all technical offerings including commissioning and field testing. This involves collaborating with clients, design teams, contractors, and subcontractors, with the goal of achieving a functional and sustainable building and meeting each aspect of the owner’s requirements.
Outside of work, XingXing enjoys spending time with loved ones and dabbling in various artistic hobbies, like dancing, making clothes, and designing furniture.
Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
John graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Science in Geology Geophysics. While at the University, he was an undergraduate researcher in the Geosciences Department, researching ground-to-surface water interactions. After graduation, he was the Technical Lead and Operations Manager for Wellntel, Inc. before joining The Concord Group in 2019.
As a Senior Project Manager, John’s responsibilities include the day-to-day management of project controls, project coordination, and reporting.
Away from work, John enjoys getting out of the city, spending time fishing and biking with friends and family.
Cost Estimator II
Cost Estimator II
Bill began his career as an Industrial Arts teacher in the public school system where he taught students the basics of construction and other useful skills that would help them in a future career in the construction industry. In 2017, Bill followed his passion for construction by joining The Concord Group’s Cost Estimating department.
As a Cost Estimator II, Bill's responsibilities include architectural quantity take-offs through the “On-Screen” Take off systems, estimating calculations, change order verification and document management.
In his spare time, Bill roots for the Chicago Cubs and tries to attend as many of his nieces and nephews sporting events as possible.
Director, Cost Management
Director, Cost Management
John graduated from Eastern Illinois University where he earned a BS in Industrial Technology with a concentration in Construction. In 2000 he began his career at The Concord Group as an intern, eventually taking on a full-time position with the company. Over the years, John progressed through various positions within the Cost Management department to his current role as Director, Cost Management Services.
In his role, John’s responsibilities include managing, coordinating and supervising all aspects of our Cost Management group. He is directly involved in the preparation of a wide range of budgets and estimates. John meets regularly with clients to ensure their needs are met while managing a staff which includes estimators, mechanical and electrical engineers, quantity surveyors and construction management personnel.
When he’s not working, John spends his time cheering on his daughter, Kylie, at the softball diamond.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Russ comes to Concord as a Healthcare Facilities Leader with exceptional skills in the Environment of Care, Life Safety Standards and Building Codes. He has previous experience as a senior hospital leader with an exceptionally strong background in hospital operations and healthcare planning, continually focused on improving the safety and quality of the hospital environment.
In his role as EC/LS Specialist and Project Manager, Russ supports our healthcare clients with safety, compliance and Joint Commission survey preparedness. He also provides project oversight for projects that are necessary for compliance purposes.
In his spare time, Russ officiates basketball and football and has done so since 1996.
Board Member
Board Member
Mike Toolis has spent the past 40 years practicing architecture with specific expertise in hospitality and workplace design. Mike makes significant contributions to the Concord Board, drawing on his experience growing a small entity into a large successful international firm. His contributions focus on the company’s strategic plan and building Concord for its next generation of leaders.
During his career, Mike built and managed VOA Associates, a 350-person international design firm headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Washington DC, Orlando, Beijing, Shanghai and Sao Paulo. He believed in continuous improvement and strove to be the best design firm in the world before being acquired by Stantec, a firm with similar values, culture and belief in people.
Director, Specialized Services
Director, Specialized Services
Steve graduated from The University of Michigan with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He has 27 years of experience as a Professional Engineer including 15 years in Building System Design and Construction Project Management. He also has extensive knowledge and experience in performing Cost Segregation studies prior to joining The Concord Group.
As Director, Specialized Services, Steve manages The Concord Group’s Grand Rapids office. His responsibilities include marketing and directing our Cost Segregation services and Real Estate Advisory Services throughout the company. In addition, he is responsible for managing and marketing our Cost Estimating, Cost Management and Project Management services in the Michigan market.
Steve enjoys joining his friends on the mountain bike trail, creating woodworking projects in his shop and getting together with family around the pool.
Assistant Director, Cost Management
Assistant Director, Cost Management
Seamus graduated from the Dublin Institute of Technology in Dublin, Ireland with a BS in Construction Economics & Management. He joined The Concord Group’s Cost Estimating group in 2008 after completing his formal education. Prior to joining the firm, he gained practical field experience while working with a general contractor in his native Ireland.
As the Assistant Director of Cost Management, Seamus is responsible for the preparation of all stages of cost estimates from conceptual design through construction documents and change orders. In addition, Seamus communicates and stays abreast of the current market trends that affect all aspects of costs used to prepare estimates and assists in managing the staff of cost estimators.
In his spare time, Seamus enjoys following sports and spending time with his family which includes three young children, Shae, Mike and Cara.
General Counsel
General Counsel
Joe is The Concord Group’s General Counsel. He received a BA, with honors, from Indiana University and J.D., and magna cum laude from Indiana University Law School. He has over 40 years of experience in corporate law. Joe is a former Partner & Co-chairman of Winston & Strawn’s corporate department, specializing in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures.
He has extensive experience in the packaging industry through representing Jefferson Smurfit / Smurfit-Stone for 35 years. Joe has represented companies such as Beatrice Foods, Inc., Gould Inc., Argosy Gaming Company, Monsanto Company, Fannie May Holding, Inc., Motorola, Inc., FMC Corporation, Ltd., Gas City, Ltd., and Ipsco Steel, Inc. He has extensive experience in sports law and media law, handling the acquisitions of the San Francisco 49ers, Denver Nuggets, Chicago White Sox, Montreal Canadiens and the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the acquisition and divestiture of numerous television stations and newspapers Prior to joining Winston & Strawn, Joe was in-house counsel for McDonald’s Corporation.
Joe has been honored in the peer rankings-based The Best Lawyers in America for corporate law, most recently in the 2011 and 2012 editions and in the Irish America Legal 100 since September 2008. Joe serves as a panel member for the American Association of Arbitrators and as a director of the American Ireland Fund (Chicago Region).
Director of Project Management
Director of Project Management
Bruce attended the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, earning a BS in Civil Engineering. He began his career at The Concord Group in 2006, gaining experience in Cost Estimating, Owner’s Representation and Facilities/Operations Management.
He is an asset to any project as a natural leader with excellent communication skills and a tremendous work ethic. He always strives to act in the best interest of the client.
As Director of Project Management, Bruce is responsible for the overall management of the project and coordinating the efforts of the project team.
Bruce enjoys all outdoor activities, especially golfing and hiking, rooting for the Packers, Brewers and Bucks and spending time with his family.
Assistant Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Sam attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering where he earned a BS in Architectural Engineering. After graduation, he joined The Concord Group in 2022.
As an Assistant Project Manager in Technical Services, Sam’s responsibilities include project management of all technical offerings, commissioning and field testing. This involves collaborating with clients, design teams, contractors, and subcontractors, with the goal of achieving a functional and sustainable building and meeting each aspect of the owner’s requirements.
Sam is an active church member and in his leisure, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family, golfing and keeping up with the newest superhero movies.
Senior MEP Cost Estimator
Senior MEP Cost Estimator
Our Story
In 1996, The Concord Group was founded as a Project Management and Cost Estimating firm in Chicago, Illinois. One of our first clients dating back to 1996 was Chicago Public Schools, who still remain a client today.
Since then, we have built a reputation for delivering high quality, accurate and timely work for governmental agencies, healthcare organizations, institutional clients and architectural/engineering firms along with retail, residential and property development companies.
Through the years, we have grown to 7 offices and have provided construction consulting services on more than 5,000 projects. We offer a fully integrated suite of project management controls that mitigate risk throughout the lifecycle of a project or capital program, giving you the tools to make informed decisions to reduce risk, drive collaboration and streamline efficiencies across the entire project team.
WHY Concord?
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Concord is a team of development and construction consultants in the fields of Owner’s Representation, Program Management, Cost Estimating, Infrastructure Project Management, Real Estate Advisory Services, ESG & Sustainability Management, and Construction Technical Services (including Energy Modeling, Commissioning, and FCAs).
Headquartered in Chicago and with offices in Milwaukee, WI, Grand Rapids, MI, Columbus, OH, Atlanta, GA, Melbourne, FL, and Las Vegas, NV, we have successfully completed over 5,000 projects throughout the United States. We’d love to add you to that list.
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