David J Schau

Construction Project Manager | Sports

Evanston, Illinois, United States

About

Experience

  • MEP Superintendent at Turner Construction Company
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse market segments. Turner has a long-standing legacy of building iconic sports and public assembly venues that bring communities together. From stadiums and arenas to convention centers and performance spaces, we deliver innovative, world-class facilities that set the stage for unforgettable experiences while meeting the highest standards of quality and design. - Northwestern University Ryan Field - Evanston, IL (2026)

  • Manhattan Construction Company (Tampa, Florida, United States · On-site)
    • Project Manager 2
      Feb 2025 - Jan 2026 · 1 yr

      Quality Manager - University of South Florida On-Campus Stadium ($320m), Tampa FL. MEP Project Manager - Doak Campbell Stadium Renovation ($160m), Tallahassee FL.

    • Project Manager
      Aug 2023 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

      Manhattan is one of the largest privately-held construction companies in the country. Current operations extend through the Southwest and Eastern regions of the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Projects: - FSU Doak Campbell Stadium Renovation ($160m) - USF On-Campus Stadium ($320m)

  • MBA Internship: P3 Project Advisor at WT (North America)
    May 2022 - Aug 2023 · 1 yr 4 mos

    WT Partnerships is a real estate advisory, cost management, and project delivery firm. WT is serving on landmark PPP projects such as the University of Hawaii's New Aloha Stadium and Entertainment District.

  • Mortenson (3 yrs 5 mos)
    • Assistant Project Manager
      Mar 2020 - Aug 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Projects: - St. Louis MLS Soccer Stadium - Assistant Project Manager for the self-perform concrete scope of work. $50m contract to perform structural and flatwork concrete, reinforcing, and below grade waterproofing. - Mizzou South End Zone Redevelopment - Assistant project manager for punchlist and financial close-out of the project.

    • Project Engineer II
      Apr 2018 - Mar 2020 · 2 yrs

      Mortenson is consistently ranked in the Top 20 largest General Contractors by Engineering News Record. David's time with Mortenson was spent as a traveling worker in their Sports & Entertainment Group. Projects: Chase Center / Golden State Warriors Arena / Uber Office Towers / Retail Plaza - managed and coordinated the roofing and enclosure scopes of work for the 20-acre campus. Coordinated the entire $22m allowance package for the retail complex of the project site, which included structural and enclosure scopes for a temperature controlled lit shell.

  • Project Engineer at Northern Builders, Inc.
    Jul 2015 - Mar 2018 · 2 yrs 9 mos

    Northern Builders is a 95 year old company in Chicago, Illinois. Northern Builders specializes in development and general contracting of Core Class A industrial properties. Projects: Impact Field, Rosemont, IL. - $70m minor league baseball stadium and precast parking garage. Stefani's Osteria, Lincolnwood, IL. - Ground-up restaurant development. Park Tavern, Rosemont, IL. - Retrofit to enclose party terrace and dining patio. Miscellaneous Project Experience: Kings Bowling Alley - New City Chicago, IL Fogo de Chao - Naperville, IL Pearl District - Rosemont, IL Parkway Bank Entertainment District - Rosemont, IL