Personnel

David Guseman

David Guseman

Construction Services Manager - Midwest

About David

David brings more than 25 years of construction experience as a skilled tradesman, superintendent, manager, and project executive. He has led projects across delivery methods including design/build, design-bid-build, and CMAR, with extensive expertise managing quality, safety, and governance for both general contractors and subcontractors. His background spans all construction disciplines, with specialized experience in electrical systems—covering low, medium, and high voltage, transmission, distribution, and controls.

His project portfolio includes heavy civil, historic rehabilitation, multi-story, and new construction, using methods ranging from structural steel and concrete to mechanical, plumbing, and finishes. He has successfully delivered projects for the State of Illinois Capital Development Board, the Chicago Department of Aviation, the Public Building Commission, and METRA. Known for fostering collaborative teams and prioritizing safety and quality, David leads Akana’s Chicago Construction Services group, specializing in transit and transportation projects.

Education

• B.A., Psychology
University of Illinois at Chicago

Certifications

• CQM-C Construction Quality Mgmt for Contractors
• United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners - Journeyman Carpenter FMI - Leadership & Construction Executive Training
• US Army Corps of Engineers, Construction Quality Control
• OSHA 30
• First Aid/CPR/AED
• ISO 9001 Certified, 2025
• American Society of Military Engineers, Director, Lake Michigan Post
• Project Management Institute, Member
• American Society for Quality, Member