Founded in September of 2022, Tecnológica was organized by Awilda Andrillón (CEO / President) and Christian Chapel (CTO / Vice-President). Together, the two members bring a combined experience of 54 years in the construction industry, including 27 years of Project Controls expertise. They have worked extensively on large-scale capital programs with public agencies such as the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS).
Tecnológica is certified MWBE (Women/Minority Business Enterprise) by the State of Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion and certified MBE (Minority Business Enterprise) by the Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).
Equipped with a Master's in Structural Engineering from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, Awilda Andrillón began her career in structural engineering design. She quickly transitioned to construction management where she gained first-hand experience on managing projects and subcontractors working for companies like Gilbane and Ardmore Associates. It wasn't until she began working in project controls at CTA's Capital Improvement Program, where she found her passion using technology to optimize processes and automate custom reporting.
She is proficient in designing and developing database applications into reporting systems essential to a program's success. With a rich background in project management, project controls, process optimization, data migration and data integration, Windy emerges as a pivotal figure in elevating program efficiency and advancement.
In 2016, Awilda was awarded Constructech’s Women in Construction Award for her use of technology in the construction industry. Her initiative and detail-oriented efforts exemplifies her dedication to facilitating data-driven decision-making program optimization.
With a Bachelor's in Building Construction Technology from Purdue
University, Chris Chapel, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Vice-President, boasts a distinguished career marked by transformative achievements in construction technology and operational efficiency.
With expertise spanning process optimization, project controls, and systems integration, he has led the development of bespoke project management solutions, streamlining data consolidation for clients.
Chris Chapel's strategic vision encompasses validating business ideas, deploying cutting-edge technology stacks, and fostering agile software development methodologies, ensuring rapid minimum viable product realization and sustained innovation.
Championing scalable, cloud-based infrastructure and best-in-class UI controls, he orchestrates teams to deliver unparalleled user experiences. His leadership cultivates continuous improvement, with a focus on coding standards, version control, and staying abreast of industry trends, positioning the company at the forefront of technological innovation.