Chris Gaitan
About Chris Gaitan
Chris Gaitan is a Project Manager currently working at Swinerton in San Diego, California. He has a background in construction management and has overseen significant projects, including the Valley View Casino & Hotel Administration Building and its Corner Market & Bar.
Work at Swinerton
Chris Gaitan has been employed at Swinerton since 2022, where he currently serves as a Project Manager in San Diego, California. His role involves overseeing various construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Assistant Project Manager at Swinerton from 2018 to 2022 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also held the position of Senior Project Engineer for a brief period in 2018. His extensive experience at Swinerton has contributed to his development in project management within the construction industry.
Education and Expertise
Chris Gaitan has pursued higher education in Construction Management. He studied at California Baptist University from 2012 to 2015, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree. He continued his education at California State University - East Bay, where he has been studying since 2016 and is on track to achieve another Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in construction principles and project management.
Background in Soccer Coaching
Before his career in construction, Chris Gaitan was involved in soccer coaching. He worked as an Assistant Soccer Coach for the Ballistic United Soccer Club in Pleasanton, California, from 2015 to 2016. This role allowed him to develop leadership and team management skills, which are applicable in his current project management position.
Project Management Experience
Chris Gaitan has managed significant construction projects, including the Valley View Casino & Hotel Administration Building, a 30,000 square foot office space project completed in July 2023. He also oversaw the renovation of the Valley View Casino & Hotel Corner Market & Bar, which was completed in February 2023. His hands-on experience in managing these projects highlights his capabilities in coordinating complex construction tasks.
Internship Experience
In 2016, Chris Gaitan gained initial industry experience as a Land Intern at DR Horton in Pleasanton, California. This internship lasted for three months and provided him with insights into land development processes and the construction industry, laying the groundwork for his future roles in project management.