Teton Built leadership team

Who We Are

Built on Experience. Driven by Accountability.

For over 25 years, Teton Built has delivered complex multifamily and mixed-use developments across California — on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

25+
Years in California Construction
150+
Projects Delivered
$2B+
Construction Value Managed
100%
California Focus
Teton Built construction management in the field

Our Story

25 Years of California Construction

Teton Built was founded on a simple conviction: owners deserve a construction partner who operates with the same financial discipline and accountability they bring to their own business. We built this company from the ground up in California's most demanding markets — urban infill, podium construction, affordable housing — and we've never lost sight of that founding principle.

Over 25 years, we've grown from a regional general contractor into a full-service construction management firm with deep expertise across every phase of development. Our team has delivered more than 150 projects totaling over $2 billion in construction value — and every one of them was built with the same owner-first mindset that defines who we are.

We work exclusively in California, which means we understand the regulatory environment, the labor market, and the unique challenges of building in this state better than anyone. That local depth is a competitive advantage we pass directly to our clients.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

01

Owner-First Accountability

Every decision we make is filtered through a single question: is this in the owner's best interest? We operate as an extension of your team, not as a vendor.

02

Transparency in All Things

No surprises. We report the full picture — cost, schedule, risk — with the clarity and frequency that owners and lenders require to make confident decisions.

03

Relentless Quality

We hold ourselves and every trade partner to the same standard: do it right the first time. Our QC programs are built to protect the long-term value of every asset we build.

04

Safety Without Compromise

Zero incidents is not an aspiration — it's the standard. Our safety culture starts at the top and is reinforced on every project, every day.

05

Deep Local Knowledge

California is all we do. We know the agencies, the labor market, the regulatory environment, and the unique challenges of building in this state.

06

Long-Term Relationships

More than 70% of our work comes from repeat clients. We build relationships the same way we build projects — with care, consistency, and a commitment to the long game.

Leadership

The Team Behind the Work

Our leadership team brings decades of hands-on California construction experience to every project.

David Teton
Founder & CEO

David founded Teton Built with a vision to bring institutional-grade construction management to California's multifamily market. With 30+ years in the industry, he remains actively involved in every major project.

Sarah Chen
VP of Construction

Sarah oversees all active construction operations, bringing 20 years of podium and mixed-use experience to Teton Built's project delivery. She is known for her rigorous schedule discipline and quality standards.

Marcus Williams
VP of Preconstruction

Marcus leads preconstruction services, specializing in early-stage budgeting, value engineering, and contractor procurement. His work consistently identifies 10–20% in cost savings before a shovel hits the ground.

Elena Rodriguez
Director of Project Controls

Elena manages cost tracking, schedule reporting, and risk management across Teton Built's entire project portfolio. Her systems give ownership teams real-time visibility into every active development.

Safety & Quality

Zero Incidents. Every Project.

Safety is not a program at Teton Built — it's a culture. We maintain a comprehensive safety management system that exceeds California OSHA requirements, with dedicated safety personnel on every active project site. Our EMR consistently ranks in the top quartile of California general contractors.

Top-Quartile EMR
California General Contractors
IIPP Compliance
Fully documented Injury and Illness Prevention Program maintained and updated for every project.
Daily Safety Briefings
Mandatory pre-shift safety meetings on all active sites, with documented attendance and topic logs.
Third-Party QC Inspections
Independent quality control inspections at key milestones, with documented findings and resolution tracking.
Subcontractor Safety Audits
Regular safety audits of all trade partners, with corrective action requirements and performance tracking.

Let's Build Something Together.

Whether you're planning your next development or looking for a construction management partner who will protect your interests from day one, we'd like to hear from you.