Alfred Sturm
785-230-8668
Topeka,KS
Summary
Carpenter adept at managing projects from conception to completion. Advanced knowledge of concrete construction and operating heavy equipment. Over 34 years working on teams in both residential and commercial construction projects.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Acker Construction
Topeka, KS
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Led garages, residential homes and addition projects to completion.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
- Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.
Carpenter
Lithko Contractors
Lenexa, KS
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- 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.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
- Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Transformed lumber into forms and assembled structures for concrete projects.
Forman
Conroy Contractors
Topeka, KS
01.2006 - 04.2018
- Oversaw employee attendance record, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
- Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Maintained heavy equipment, tools and machinery.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
Concrete Construction Forman
Concrete Unlimited
Topeka, KS
04.1987 - 04.2006
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, and ordered new materials for sites.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
- Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Maintained heavy equipment, tools and machinery.
- Meticulously tracked parts and equipment used on each job site.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
Education
GED -
Topeka High School
Topeka, KS05.1986
Skills
- Materials Selection
- Finishing Techniques
- Site Maintenance
- Safety Compliance
- Structural Assessment
- Client Relations
- Crew Management
- Carpentry and Woodworking
- Project Planning
- Precision and Accuracy
- Project Management
- Site Inspection
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Decision Making and Prioritization
- Power Tool Maintenance and Care
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Work Crew Coordination
- Quality Control
Timeline
Carpenter
Acker Construction
06.2021 - 10.2021
Carpenter
Lithko Contractors
10.2020 - 06.2021
Forman
Conroy Contractors
01.2006 - 04.2018
Concrete Construction Forman
Concrete Unlimited
04.1987 - 04.2006
GED -
Topeka High School