Alan Marsden
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dynamic Lead Carpenter with extensive experience at Allied Kitchen and Bath, specializing in custom millwork and project management. Proven track record of enhancing project delivery timelines and reducing material waste. Skilled in framing techniques and fostering strong client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction and repeat business through exceptional craftsmanship and effective communication. I am always seeking to be promoted from within and advance within a company structure.
Professional carpenter with proven track record in leading and executing high-quality construction projects. Adept at collaborating with diverse teams to achieve outstanding results while adapting to changing project demands. Skilled in blueprint interpretation, precision cutting, framing, and finishing. Known for reliability, strong work ethic, and ability to deliver exceptional craftsmanship.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Carpenter
Allied Kitchen and Bath
03.2016 - 07.2025
- Supervised residential and commercial remodeling projects to ensure quality craftsmanship and adherence to design specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior carpenters in advanced woodworking techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop timelines, allocate resources, and manage workflow efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced project delivery timelines and reduced material waste.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Conducted site assessments to identify project requirements, potential challenges, and solutions for optimal execution.
- Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication, resulting in high satisfaction ratings and repeat business.
Interior Trim Carpenter
Trebbi Custom Construction
06.2010 - 11.2015
- Installed custom millwork, ensuring precision and adherence to design specifications.
- Collaborated with project managers to interpret blueprints and project requirements effectively.
- Supervised junior carpenters, providing mentorship and training on best practices and safety protocols.
- Executed detailed trim installations, enhancing overall aesthetic appeal of residential spaces.
- Conducted quality control inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and client expectations.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers for timely delivery of materials and services.
- Assisted in training new team members on best practices for interior trim carpentry, ensuring a consistent company-wide standard of quality.
- Contributed to increased customer referrals through meticulous attention to detail and consistent delivery of exceptional craftsmanship.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism by arriving punctually, following dress code standards, and only using appropriate language while on job sites.
- Followed strict adherence to safety protocols from job start to final clean up to prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Built shelves, doors, windows and counters to correct scale and dimensions according to blueprints and building plans.
- Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
- Collaborated with other carpenters, journeymen and supervisors to complete projects.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plan to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
Custom Stairway Installer
Elite Stairways of Florida
05.1998 - 01.2010
- Installed stairways and railings according to safety standards and customer specifications.
- Conducted site assessments to determine project requirements and materials needed.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize installation processes for efficiency.
- Trained junior installers on equipment usage and installation techniques.
- Ensured quality control by inspecting completed installations for accuracy and durability.
- Developed best practices for tool maintenance, enhancing overall operational safety.
- Led project teams in executing complex installations, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate installations.
- Implemented quality control measures during installations, ensuring that each project met or exceeded client expectations and regulatory standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring all necessary supplies were on hand for each project without excess waste or stockpiling materials.
- Ensured high-quality results by consistently following manufacturer specifications during installations.
- Reduced callbacks by thoroughly testing installed equipment for proper functionality before leaving the job site.
- Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
- Communicated quickly and accurately with supervisors about problematic sites, missed installations or other issues.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with customers and vendors to promote loyalty and referrals.
- Increased repeat business by building strong relationships with clients through exceptional service delivery.
- Strengthened customer trust, meticulously documenting installation procedures and addressing any concerns.
- Facilitated smoother installations, organizing tools and materials in advance.
- Boosted repeat business by providing exceptional service and follow-up on installation issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Highland Park High School
Highland Park, IL08-1979
Skills
- Framing techniques
- Power tools operation
- Demolition work
- Window installation
- Door installation
- Finish carpentry
- Woodworking expertise
- Project management
- Drywall installation
- Demolition
- Blueprint interpretation
- Cabinet making
- OSHA regulations
- Drywalling
- Flooring installation
- Tile installation
- Painting and finishing
- Staircase construction
- Electrical basics
- Custom millwork
- Plumbing basics
- Subcontractor coordination
- Site supervision
- Cabinetry installation
- Woodwork assembly
Certification
NARI National Association of Remodeling industry.
Schluter systems for shower construction and bathroom upgrades
Timeline
Lead Carpenter
Allied Kitchen and Bath
03.2016 - 07.2025
Interior Trim Carpenter
Trebbi Custom Construction
06.2010 - 11.2015
Custom Stairway Installer
Elite Stairways of Florida
05.1998 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Highland Park High School