Mark O'Dette

As General Superintendent

Mark successfully developed a comprehensive safety program for Focus and engages all subcontractors through a personal orientation that has helped maintain the company’s stellar EMR/MOD rating. He has also been instrumental in the development of procedural policies which created consistency and improved efficiency throughout the business.

• Manages a team of over 10 superintendents.
• Assess and navigate field challenges, negotiations, and subcontractor performance.
• Leads project schedule and logistic planning.
• Engaged in all aspects of scope creation and field contract execution.
• Works with project teams to avoid cost overruns.
• Mentors, develops, and assists the advancement of field staff.

Industry Expertise

• Managing large scale projects and teams up to $300MM.
• At the forefront of technology and best practices in the construction industry.
• Hands-on experience in all construction trades.
• Expertise in a multitude of product types including high-rise and mid-rise, luxury multifamily, hospitality, mixed-use, commercial office, and senior living, schools, banks, restaurants and more.

Prior Experience

• Lendlease, Senior Superintendent - Americas

Education + Certifications

• AS, Northern Illinois University

Community

• Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland, volunteer
• Revolution Workshop, Volunteer