Aaron Morris
Stacy,MN
Summary
- Highly motivated employee with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong with work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly overcoming new challenges. I define success by showing up at the highest level and being an integral part of a cohesive team. Leveraging my past successes has significantly enhanced project efficiency and safety, achieving exceptional result through strong communication and leadership. Motivated individual promoting exemplary job site supervision, communication and time management skills. Knowledgeable in safety processes, regulations and blueprint reading.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
Pinnacle Wall Systems
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised teams of up to 50 employees, answering questions, and providing feedback on work progress.
- Oversaw multi-million dollar commercial projects, ensuring completion under budget and ahead of schedule
- Maintained organized records of blueprints, plans, and specifications for easy access during the construction process.
- Established a positive working environment fostering teamwork and open communication among crew members.
- Resolved issues promptly during the construction process, preventing delays in project completion.
- Kept accurate records of materials used, employee timesheets, client issues and accident reports.
- Assessed project size to prepare work orders and determine resources needed to complete jobs.
- Improved worksite safety by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
- Completed projects on-time and within budget through effective resource allocation and scheduling.
- Optimized workflow by creating detailed task schedules for the entire carpentry team.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
Owner
Competition Drywall, Llc
06.2013 - 12.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing use and training on latest takeoff, estimating, and blueprint software
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
- Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Carpenter
Stern Drywall, Inc
12.2006 - 06.2013
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Increased safety on job sites by diligently following industry best practices and OSHA guidelines during all carpentry tasks.
- Strengthened team collaboration through effective communication and problem-solving skills during complex carpentry projects.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and executing carpentry tasks according to specifications.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Supported the development of accurate project estimates by providing input on materials needed, labor requirements, and timeline expectations for various jobs.
- Strengthened client relationships, provided insightful recommendations on materials and design based on their specific needs.
- Boosted project completion rates, adeptly handling multiple tasks from framing to finishing under tight deadlines.
- Increased workplace safety, conducted regular tool and equipment maintenance checks to prevent accidents.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematics/Shop Education
Rush City High School
Rush City, MN06.1999
Skills
Adaptability: Remains calm under pressure, adapts to shifting priorities resulting in consistently meeting or exceeding performance targets
Teamwork: Strong team player who actively contributes to a positive work environment, sharing knowledge and best practices with team members
Time Management: Highly organized and detail-orientated professional, proficient in prioritizing work tasks/management requests, and managing time effectively to complete work tasks on time or ahead of schedule
Self-motivated with a strong sense of personal accountability and responsibility
Driven and ambitious
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt/overcome situations that arise
Effectively manage and work in fast-paced environments
Organize/manage multi-million dollar projects
High Level Blueprint Reading and comprehension
Can efficiently run Procore, Plan Grid, and Blue Beam
- Strong Communication Skills to effectively manage a safe and productive team
Accomplishments
The latest project that I ran will yield a substantial profit margin, coming in ahead of schedule, under budget, and with no injuries. This is a result of daily coordination with contractor, project management, and team on the ground in the field.
Timeline
Carpenter Foreman
Pinnacle Wall Systems
01.2023 - Current
Owner
Competition Drywall, Llc
06.2013 - 12.2022
Carpenter
Stern Drywall, Inc
12.2006 - 06.2013
High School Diploma - Mathematics/Shop Education
Rush City High School