Gallin & Sons promote Cortese, Kondracki, & Ziegler

 

 

 

New York, NY According to John Gallin & Son, a 136-year-old construction management and general contracting firm, Andrew Cortese and Robert Kondracki, vice presidents of operations, and Walter Ziegler, vice president of estimating and purchasing, have each been promoted to partners.

“This is an opportune time to reward the expertise and integrity of three of our long-time executives who have truly earned their new status. Much of our recent success is thanks to the contributions of these talented and loyal team members. We recognize their exceptional skill and intelligence, and their commitment to the Gallin mission of delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients,” said Christopher Gallin, president of the company.  

Cortese, a summa cum laude graduate of Pratt Institute, holds a BS in Construction Management with a minor in architecture. He oversees project performance targets for scheduling, quality, and budgeting, and ensures strict adherence to all New York City building codes, as well as helping to maintain and grow relationships with clients, architects, and engineers. He joined the firm in 1994. Over his 27 years with Gallin, Cortese has worked as project manager, estimator, and superintendent. 

Kondracki, who joined the firm in 1986, previously served as project manager and supervisor. He currently manages all field operations, and ensures that requirements are met for the NYC Department of Buildings. He keeps a close eye on the schedule, budget, and quality control standards, reviews change orders, and acts as liaison among the clients, architects, and engineers. The Montclair State University graduate holds a BS in Management and Marketing.

Ziegler has been with the firm since 1983, beginning as a laborer, then foreman, superintendent, and project manager. In his current role he is responsible for overseeing all estimates and purchasing activity. Ziegler holds a BA in Business Management from Seton Hall University, and did post-graduate work at the New York University School of Construction Management. 

They join existing partners Christopher, Thomas, and Robert Gallin. “We are delighted to reward our long-time colleagues with this new status, and we look forward to their contributions to Gallin in the years to come,” said Gallin.