Published on: May 5, 2026
It’s not uncommon to hear employees at Charter describe the company as more than just a place to work. For many, it feels like “family” or “home.” That sense of belonging is one of the reasons employees build long careers here. In some cases, it’s also why they come back.
Amador Galindo is one of those people.
From Day Laborer to Superintendent
Amador has worked at Charter for nearly 30 years, starting in 1996. Like many in the industry, he came in looking for something steady. “I needed a more stable job,” he said. What he found was an opportunity to build something much bigger than a career.
He started at the ground level. “I started at the very bottom, as a laborer,” Amador said. “A couple of years later, they gave me the chance to become a carpenter. Then I started doing layout, became a foreman, and then superintendent.” Today, he has spent nearly 11 years in that superintendent role.
That kind of growth doesn’t happen by accident. At Charter, it’s part of the culture.
“Basically, they told us the sky is the limit,” Amador explained. “If I wanted to become something else, the opportunity was there. But it was up to me to get there.” Along the way, he found leaders who backed that message with real support. They taught, encouraged, and pushed him to keep improving.
Amador remembers the day Turner Talley, former CEO of Charter Construction, told him that he was on the path toward becoming a superintendent. “He had a way of looking me in the eye and talking to me about what the expectations were and how I needed to approach things,” Amador shared. “I remember it was such a constructive and encouraging experience.”
Mentorship that Multiplies
In addition to Turner Talley, he mentions another leader who had a lasting impact on Amador’s approach and career: Barry Molteni.
Barry helped shape Amador’s entire approach to leadership. “He’s a very smart man. He has that Charter mentality to do the job right or make it right,” Amador said. “And he doesn’t care where you come from. If you’re willing to learn, he’s ready to teach.”
Barry’s influence runs deep. He mentored not just Amador, but also his two brothers, who are now superintendents at Charter as well. It’s a clear example of how mentorship at Charter doesn’t stop with one person. It multiplies.
Today, Amador carries that same mindset forward with his own crews.
“I like building things,” he said. “But I also like helping to shape the next generation of leaders.” For him, leadership isn’t just about getting the job done. It’s about investing in the people doing the work. “It’s trying to pass it on. Pay it forward.”
A Foundation You Can Count On
Amador did step away from Charter for a few years. But after working elsewhere, the difference became clear.
“I had the opportunity to compare,” he said. “And Charter was better. Charter seemed like home to me, so that’s why I wanted to go back.”
That feeling comes from the values that serve as the company’s foundation. From the owners to the field, the expectation is the same: do the job right and take care of the customer.
“We like to do things right the first time,” Amador said. “That’s how the company started, and it’s still the same today.”
It’s also what gives employees confidence in the work they do every day.
“The reputation that Charter has—you can stand behind it,” he said. “When we talk to our customers, we can assure them they don’t have to worry about us not following through.”
For Amador, that reputation is personal. It’s tied to the people who helped him grow and the team he now leads. And for anyone considering joining Charter, his message is simple.
“It’s a good place to start and grow,” he said. “There are plenty of opportunities. You just have to take them and work hard.”
At Charter, the path is there. Amador’s story shows what can happen when someone decides to follow it.
