Meet the Emanuel
Mendez Team
At Emanuelz, we specialize in planning, managing and delivering privately funded construction projects throughout the US. Started by Cristian Emanuel and Joseph Emanuel with the mission to ease the construction project management burden and risk on our clients while keeping the one necessary goal in mind: Heaven. We offer expert construction services tailored specifically for clients who need an organization with low-overhead and high-flexibility yet capable of managing projects with outstanding attention to detail, professionalism & skill.
How It Started
Cristian and Joseph, the founders of Emanuelz, were born in Ecuador, where they learned the values of faith, family, and hard work. Growing up in a devout Catholic family, the brothers were always drawn to the beauty of the Church and its ancient architecture. Their desire to contribute to the Church with their talents begun when approached by several Catholic leaders in the US with similar construction problems where solutions are up their alley.
Now with a presence in Central Wisconsin and Colorado, they bring with them their mobility, tenacity, deep insight, and passion for the construction industry. No job is too big or too small for the Emanuel Mendez team. Like St. Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio once said “Never has it been so easy to obtain Heaven.” Emanuelz believes this can be done through construction & engineering as well, especially by fulfilling the needs of our growing Church today.
Who We Are
Cristian
Co-Founder and Project Manager
Cristian Mendez is a civil engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University and certifications in both California and Wisconsin. He has worked on projects ranging from $1Million to $2.2 Billion, focusing on commercial, industrial, residential, environmental developments utilizing both vertical & horizontal construction. His work history includes complex projects like the Golden Gate Bridge Suicide Deterrent System and Border Wall Construction, Power Plant Expansions, Earthen & Concrete Dam Expansions and Reconstructions which demonstrate his expertise in handling challenging construction environments. Cristian also led a water distribution project in El Salvador with Engineers Without Borders, showcasing his global leadership,as well as his faith & love of neighbor.
Joseph
Co-Founder and Field Operations Manager
Joseph Mendez started his coursework for a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering at the University of Manitoba. He is currently finishing it together with an accelerated Masters of Engineering at the Colorado State University. Joseph brings years of hands-on experience in large-scale projects like the Transmountain Expansion Project in Canada. He also is well versed with the back-end responsibilities of project management after having shadowed Cristian all of 2024. He specializes in field operations, quality control, and construction management, ensuring that each project meets high standards of safety and precision. Joseph’s leadership extends beyond construction, having served as a Resident Advisor at his university where he developed strong community management skills. His passion for construction began with a simple bamboo construction community project in Ecuador, reflecting his desire to give back. Alongside his brother, Joseph’s faith inspires his work at Emanuelz and his desire to bring rapid solutions that would get people closer and faster to God.
Our Services & Processes
We go through a rigorous process to ensure that all of the contractors working with you are reliable and get your project done. Here are some of the main elements of our process.
Design & Pre-Construction
- Define key objectives and owner criteria through space planning and programming.
- Pre-qualify and select the design team, and negotiate contracts.
- Manage pre-construction scheduling, budgeting, and conceptual estimating.
- Perform constructability reviews and oversee design revisions.
- Coordinate permitting processes and design reviews with local authorities.
Pre-Qualification Interviews
- Conduct local market research and use referral-based bid advertising.
- Develop and coordinate the Request for Proposal (RFP) package and advertising.
- Host pre-bid meetings and conduct pre/post-bid interviews.
- Compare and level bids to ensure accurate assessments.
- Make final selections in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Scheduling
- Establish project milestones and identify potential constraints.
- Provide weekly reviews and progress updates.
- Customize schedules to suit each project’s unique demands.
- Actively manage and communicate updates throughout the project.
- Enhance the schedule continually with stakeholder feedback.
Financial Management
- Conduct Estimates to Complete (master budget) with regular stakeholder reviews.
- Track earned value against actual value to monitor financial performance.
- Review cash flow (cash out vs. cash in, committed costs, and accounts payable/receivable).
- Evaluate lien waivers and retention during each monthly progress invoice.
- Manage financial reporting to maintain transparency with stakeholders.
Construction Management
- Pre-qualify contractors and conduct RFPs, interviews, and final selections.
- Negotiate project scope, budget, and contracts with all involved parties.
- Oversee Quality Assurance and Quality Control to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Track scheduling and milestone progress, providing regular updates.
- Manage risks, changes, and communicate with key stakeholders routinely.
Closeout
- Implement a preemptive punch list to address non-conforming work in real time.
- Plan and execute commissioning, resolving issues efficiently.
- Ensure owner acceptance and finalize the punch list before closing out the project.
- Deliver final project documentation, including record drawings and manuals.
- Manage warranties and assist in transitioning to sustainable occupancy.
Our Past Work
We have worked for several clients throughout the US & Canada. See some of what we have done in the past.
Testimonials & Reviews
Additional References
We have people to vouch for our work and what we do. Feel free to contact them if you want to hear what they have to say…
Let's Keep in Touch
If your parish or Catholic organization is looking for a construction partner who shares your values and vision, Emanuelz is here to help. Contact us today to discuss how we can bring your project to life.
Based in Wausau, WI & Fort Collins, CO
But available throughout the USA
(303) 720-5476
Mon-Fri 9a-5p CST
cristian@emanuelmendez.com
Let us know how we can help