Tony Craft, Flooring Superintendent

Tony Craft serves as a Flooring Superintendent at Swanson & Youngdale, where he leads pre-job planning and oversees field execution for a wide range of flooring and coating projects. In this role, he coordinates manpower, materials, and equipment while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality control, and overall jobsite performance. Tony works closely with project managers and field teams to keep work progressing efficiently and aligned with project expectations.

Tony brings 31 years of experience in the construction industry, including the past seven years with Swanson & Youngdale. He began his career performing concrete repairs and coatings before advancing into a foreman role and later into superintendent positions overseeing coatings and waterproofing work. His progression reflects a deep understanding of both field execution and the coordination required to manage complex scopes of installation.

Tony has experience across a wide range of project types, including new construction and building maintenance in food service and prep areas, freezer and cooler environments, clean rooms, antistatic spaces, operating rooms, and other healthcare settings. His work also includes parking structures and general commercial applications. He specializes in concrete repair and replacement, urethane and epoxy systems, coating preparation and installation, and specialty applications such as expansion joints and carbon fiber installation. Known for his practical, experience-based approach, Tony emphasizes selecting the right materials and methods for each application to reduce rework and maintain consistent quality.

Tony focuses on developing well-trained crews and strong foremen who prioritize safety, efficiency, and accountability in the field. He is committed to minimizing disruption for clients while maintaining high standards of workmanship and reliability. He contributes to team culture by sharing his experience across all levels and supporting both field teams and project managers when challenges arise.

What matters most to Tony about working at Swanson & Youngdale is the team environment and the willingness of others to step in and help where needed. He approaches leadership with a mindset of trust and accountability, encouraging individuals to take ownership of their work while remaining available to guide and support them. Outside of work, Tony enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors.