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IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH – ALEXANDRIA, VA

Client

Immanuel Lutheran Chruch

Region

Alexandria, VA

Square Footage

N/A

Architect

Rust Orling Architecture

Market

Religious

About Project

TEEL completed renovations to the chancel at Immanuel Lutheran Church, enhancing the central worship space while preserving the character of the sanctuary. The work focused on the altar area, wood architectural elements, finishes, lighting, and surrounding details within the church’s distinctive A-frame structure. Careful attention was given to maintaining the warmth and craftsmanship of the existing space while delivering a refreshed, functional setting for worship, music, and congregational gatherings.

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Vince Rafter

Director of Project Operations

Professional Expertise: Vince began his career in construction with several years throughout college working in civil engineering with a local water/wastewater infrastructure and joined TEEL as an assistant project manager upon graduation in 2011. Following a brief stint in 2013 with a nationwide production home builder, Vince returned to his true passion, commercial construction, with TEEL as a Project Manager in 2013. Vince has progressively taken on growing responsibilities with the company, now overseeing our project operations teams as director. 

Notable Projects: The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck, ALDI Grocery Store [100+ Locations], HUGE Inc., Union Market DC, Festival at Manchester Facade Renovation, Prologis Industrial Suites (10+ Locations).

Education and Training: Bachelor of Science in Building Construction (2011), Minor in Real Estate at Virginia Tech: Myers-Lawson School of Construction

 
Professional Affiliations: LEED Green Associate
 
Off the Clock: Outside of work you can find Vince spending time with his growing family or in the garage tinkering with one of the cars in his current vehicle rotation.
 
 
 
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vrafter@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x212

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Dana Kostecka

Financial Controller

Professional Expertise:

Dana’s career in construction accounting spans over 35 years, driven by her unwavering curiosity and dedication to mastering the industry. Known for her “get it done” attitude, Dana’s journey has been marked by continuous growth and leadership. Her early years were spent climbing the ranks at a local general contractor, where she honed her skills and advanced to the role of Accounting Manager over a period of 14 years. Dana’s true passion was discovered in her next role as the Director of Project Accounting at one of the nation’s largest contractors. Here, she found joy in training, developing, and managing project accountants, shaping the future of the field. After a fulfilling stint as CFO for a smaller firm, which lasted seven years, Dana transitioned to TEEL Construction in 2023, seeking her “forever home”. This role has been a source of excitement and fulfillment, allowing Dana to implement changes and drive progress from day one.

Education and Training: Strayer University

Interesting Fact: Besides working, Dana makes sure to find time for faith, family, and restoring old furniture into beautiful pieces of art.

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dkostecka@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x301

Leslie Philpot

Director of Community

Professional Expertise: Leslie has embodied TEEL’s Core Principles and has demonstrated a commitment to our clients and company stakeholders. We look forward to seeing Leslie continue to innovate our company and build new relationships while taking her career and TEEL to the next level. Leslie has quickly learned the “TEEL Way” after 2 years at TEEL. She started with us May, 2016 after coming from a GC in Florida under the Assistant Project Manager role.

Education and Training: Florida International University

Interesting Fact: Leslie competed in gymnastics for nearly 20 years.

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lphilpot@teelconstruction.com

703-520-0091

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Bryce Teel

Director of Preconstruction

Professional Expertise: Bryce has been involved in Estimating, assistant project management, project management and business development at TEEL since 2013.

Notable Projects: 

PNC Bank (Multiple locations), Warby Parker, Dominion Energy (Multiple locations), Beyer Blinder Belle, Casa de Montecristo, Southland Mall, Sisters Thai, NFCU (Multiple branches and corporate interiors)

Education and Training: Appalachian State University

Professional Affiliations: ABC

Interesting Fact: Opened up a piercing studio in his senior year of college

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bteel@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x201

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Brian Abel

Director of Project Management

Professional Expertise: Brian spent the last 17 years bidding, negotiating and successfully managing small to medium base buildings and interior renovations in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Brian has primarily focused on financial services, healthcare, corporate interiors, religious institutions and country clubs. Brian’s success and loyal customer base have been attributed to excellent communication and attention to detail in all facets of the construction process.

Education and Training:

  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • The George Washington University
  • Mary Washington College

Interesting Fact: Brian played college baseball at Mary Washington College, now the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA and in 1994 was the Capital Athletic Conference Player of the Year.

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babel@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x228

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Deborah Magano

Director of Field Operations

Professional Expertise: Deborah’s passion is everything construction. She started a small GC company after graduating in Florida and one of her first successful projects was a restaurant/coffeehouse. She then relocated to the Washington DC area in 1994 and started DMI Development Group. She acquired clients throughout the US and Europe and then after 18 years, retired from the residential business to become a commercial construction manager before finding her forever home at TEEL Construction.

Professional Affiliations: Board of Directors / Rebuilding Together Southern Delaware

Interesting Fact: Deborah paid her way through college by painting concrete roofs in Florida and was instantly hooked and knew she wanted to be in construction for the rest of her life.

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damagano@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x213

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TR Schmitt

Director of Advisory Services

Professional Expertise:

TR brings 25 years of experience in construction and real estate development, with a background in executive leadership and program management. His expertise includes risk management, project controls, time management, sustainability, and earned value management. As Director of TEEL Advisory, TR oversees the team’s day-to-day management and strategic direction, drawing on his experience to guide TEEL’s advisory services.

Notable Projects:JTCC | Tennis Facility Expansion, Dominion Energy | Facilities Improvement Program, Gate Gourmet | Multiple Locations, Venture X Coworking | Multiple Location Program

Education and Training: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering via Lehigh University, Certified Construction Manager [CCM] via Construction Management Association of America [CMAA], LEED AP BD+C via US Green Building Council 

Off the Clock: TR enjoys spending time with his family, coaching youth sports, and getting out on his road bike.

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tschmitt@teeladvisory.com

703-906-9210

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Joshua Haynes

Vice President of Construction

Professional Expertise: Josh brings more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry, with a background spanning ground-up construction, building repositioning, and interior build-outs. His experience includes law firms, corporate offices, industrial facilities, secure spaces, multifamily and mixed-use developments, financial institutions, restaurants, hospitality, life sciences, government, and healthcare. As Vice President of Construction, Josh oversees TEEL’s operations and provides leadership and direction to the teams responsible for delivering its projects.

Notable Projects: Cadwalader DC, recipient of the NAIOP Award of Excellence; BlueHalo Headquarters, recipient of the NAIOP Award of Excellence and ABC Craftsmanship Award; 1250 Eye Street, recipient of the NAIOP Award of Excellence; and PwC DC, submitted for award consideration.

Education and Training:Associate degree in Construction Technology, Coastline Community College; bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, University of Phoenix; LEED AP, PMP, USACE CQM, OSHA 30, and AACE.

Professional Affiliations: Member of CREBA, ABC Metro, and ABC Virginia.

Interesting Fact: Outside of work, Josh enjoys spending time on the golf course, working out, cooking, and getting out on the water to paddleboard.

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jhaynes@teelconstruction.com

571.461.5460 x381

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Parker Teel

Chairman of the Board

Professional Expertise: Founded TEEL in 1987

Notable Projects: 

Tysons Corner Center: Whiting-Turner hired Parker Teel Construction Co. (prior to TEEL’s incorporation) as a subcontractor in the mid-80s to complete the re-demising work of the shopping center when the floor was converted from truck delivery/storage space to mall tenant and common area space. When the redevelopment was substantially complete, the company picked up many of the associated retail tenant build-outs. TEEL has been working at the mall in one capacity or another ever since.

  •   Chez Francoisdining rooms and kitchen additions
  •   Bloomingdale’s expansion at Tysons Corner Center
  •   Special Procedures Unit at Bethesda Naval Hospital
  •   Foxchase Shopping Center

Education and Training: BS Lynchburg College

Interesting Fact: Grew up on a dairy arm in what is now part of Tysons corner 

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pteel@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x208

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Spencer Teel

President & CEO

Professional Expertise: Spencer began working with TEEL in 1997 where he spent summer breaks as a laborer and assistant superintendent in high school, transitioning into a superintendent during college recesses. After graduating from Christopher Newport University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2005, Spencer worked as a project manager for 8 years. He was promoted to vice president in 2013 where he served 4 years before being named president in October, 2017. Spencer’s primary duties include strategic planning, culture building and oversight of the principal leadership team.  He serves as project executive on the firm’s landmark projects.

Education and Training: Bachelors of Science in Business Administration at Christopher Newport University, Leadership Fairfax’s Emerging Leaders Institute

Professional Affiliations: NAIOP Northern Virginia, ICSC, ABC VA

Off the Clock: When he’s not at one of his 2 sons’ basketball, soccer or lacrosse games, Spencer can be found building custom furniture.

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steel@teelconstruction.com

703-759-4754 x207

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