Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Allen Worley

Allen Worley

Morton Grove,IL

Summary

Experienced professional with a background in athletics and military service, demonstrating strong work ethic and leadership skills. Skilled in tackling complex tasks with confidence through practical and intellectual knowledge gained from hands-on experiences. Marine, Wrestling Coach, and Entrepreneur with a deep understanding of the value of a strong team and the importance of individual merit for optimal results. Committed to a results-oriented approach for driving continued success in any organization, team, or group.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

GC - Director of PreConstruction & Estimating

CDO Group
03.2022 - Current
  • Lead and Manage Preconstruction Department consisting of a team of skilled professionals dedicated to delivering accurate and comprehensive bids and services.
  • Consistent review of processes to develop and implement improvements in strategies and objectives.
  • Continual review of developing technologies that may assist or improve overall processes, estimates, and profit margins.
  • Final review of all bids, approval of all General Conditions, discuss any potential issues, and assure all are accounted for on final bid.
  • Complete or Approve conversion of internal bid sheet over to clients bid forms, review and approve all bid clarifications, conduct final bid discussion, review with Estimators, then sign off on and personally submit all final bids to clients.
  • Coordinate and/or conduct on-site visits for all sub-contractor site walks across the country.
  • Advise Business Development and Executive Team on feasibility, schedule, and potential risks of any RFBs.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, vendors, and subcontractors to improve communication and accuracy throughout entire process.
  • Ensure all RFI’s are clarified and/or submitted to Architect and/or Designer for further review.
  • Assist project owner with on-site reviews, change orders, VE, vendor selection, design, permitting, and any issues that may arise.
  • Assist subs in selecting and pricing arranging VE options when requested.
  • Conduct and Manage the Turnover Meeting for all awarded projects to V.P. of Construction, Project Manager, and Coordinator.
  • Assist PMs, Supers, and Coordinators when any issue arises on-site that needs particular attention.
  • ((Additionally, take on role as PM when necessary to accomplish best possible outcome on long-standing project))
  • CURRENT POSITION Director of PreConstruction & Estimating

Estimator

Diverzify
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Manage staff of Project Managers, Estimators, and Coordinators.
  • Blueprint Analyzing, Estimating, RFI submittal, Bidding, Contract Negotiation, Change Order Submittals.
  • Review all bid requests to assign to Estimator and PM in accordance with required skill set.
  • Responsible for sales and growth of 30-50% of company through skillful networking and management.
  • Sales training and advice from numerous construction and business programs.
  • Oversee subcontractors, agreements, and change order approval.
  • Advanced training in tile and flooring. Certified in Sales and Installation for Large Panel Tile Slabs.
  • Trained PM’s in Residential construction practices to assist clients needs and enhance overall profits.
  • PREVIOUS POSITIONS

Sales Executive / Estimator

Interiorworx
10.2019 - 02.2021
  • Developed and enhanced processes to bid on commercial projects to grow business.
  • Estimate bids and Manage Estimating Department and staff of Estimators; review all bids for accuracy and competitiveness.
  • Start-to-Finish bidding-to-management on projects from $150,000.00 to over $4,000,000.00
  • Building, repairing, and remodeling all areas of a home and specializing in custom carpentry pieces.
  • CAD drawing designs for all aspects of home remodeling and new additions.
  • Certified in Mold and Lead inspections and mitigation.
  • All aspects of woodworking from framing and trim to antique furniture repair and refinishing.
  • Write estimates and bids from walk-thru inspection of residential and tenant build-outs.

Custom Projects Manager , Sales, Estimating Manager

Rimrock Design
02.2016 - 09.2019

Owner – Custom Remodeling Contractor

Allen’s Custom Works
04.2007 - 10.2015

Head Coach / Assistant Coach

Monsta Wrestling Club / Columbia High School
10.2007 - 10.2015
  • Developed training method for analyzing and developing new wrestlers from age 4 through high school.
  • Oversee training progression from practices, camps, and tournament selection for each athlete.
  • Developed “Wrestler Warrior Training” and “Wrestling Warrior Challenge” for promotion and enhancement of team.
  • Specialized in beginning wrestling techniques to high intensity power movements for advanced wrestlers.
  • Mentored high school wrestlers through discussions and visits on their college selection for both academics and athletics.
  • Redesigned team apparel and gear to enhance outside sales and recognition resulting in team profit and growth.
  • WRESTLING COACH / MANAGER / COORDINATOR

TEFL Teacher

Numerous schools / camps
10.2015 - 12.2015
  • I completed a TEFL Certification in Saint Petersburg, Russia in October 2015. I then worked at a few schools overseeing English clubs, Speaking Classes, and some camps before having to leave the country due to visa restrictions.

Warehouse Foreman

EG&G/LSI
10.2005 - 06.2006
  • Manage day-to-day operations of all sections of a Multi-Class Warehouse and Distribution Center aboard military installation in Iraq. Ensured all civilians were trained and adhered to military supply and logistics standards. Scheduled and conducted continual cross-training among all major areas of specialization. Responsible for many different daily, weekly, and monthly reports due to both civilian and military higher management. Ensure all HR issues were handled in a timely manner, schedule and approve vacations, as well as ensure all other personnel issues are dealt with to properly manage all employees.
  • Personally managed entire warehouse of 33 personnel in 4 individual sections.
  • Achieved 6 straight inventories at 100% accuracy.
  • OVERSEAS CONTRACTOR

Carpenter - Project Manager

Marsh Contracting
10.2000 - 07.2005

Superintendent / Asst. Project Manager

Eddie Coates Construction
02.1999 - 09.1999

Supply Administration

US Marine Corps / US Army
07.1994 - 07.1998
  • Reconcile monthly with all 32 Units from 2nd FSSG. Manage Unit Supply Room. Research, purchase, receive, and issue/distribute Unit supplies. Train and manage troops daily. Schedule and manage Unit training.
  • Selected as Quality Inspector for 2nd FSSG to the Fleet Readiness Ships.
  • Nominated for Supply Room of the Year, among numerous other awards for exemplary service.
  • Military

Education

Large Panel Tile Sales and Installation

Crossville Tile
01.2017

TEFL Certification - undefined

Via Lingua Language Institute
Saint Petersburg
01.2015

AA - undefined

Santa Fe College / Univ. of Florida
01.2009

Construction Management Training

84 Lumber Company
12.1998

US Marine Corps
07.1994

Skills

  • Team management
  • Training and coaching
  • Recruiting
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Motivational skills
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • People management
  • Operations management
  • Project management
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Project coordination
  • Employee development
  • Staff management
  • Organizational development
  • Budget control
  • Goal setting
  • Budget management
  • Change management
  • Business planning
  • Staff development
  • Issues resolution
  • Program management
  • Negotiation
  • Contract and vendor management
  • Hiring and retention
  • Charismatic leader
  • Business development
  • Financial management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Team management
  • Partnerships and alliances
  • Business administration
  • Logistics management
  • Sales management
  • Fundraising events
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Team building
  • Leadership development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Analytical thinking
  • Process improvement
  • Performance improvement

Timeline

GC - Director of PreConstruction & Estimating

CDO Group
03.2022 - Current

Estimator

Diverzify
03.2021 - 03.2022

Sales Executive / Estimator

Interiorworx
10.2019 - 02.2021

Custom Projects Manager , Sales, Estimating Manager

Rimrock Design
02.2016 - 09.2019

TEFL Teacher

Numerous schools / camps
10.2015 - 12.2015

Head Coach / Assistant Coach

Monsta Wrestling Club / Columbia High School
10.2007 - 10.2015

Owner – Custom Remodeling Contractor

Allen’s Custom Works
04.2007 - 10.2015

Warehouse Foreman

EG&G/LSI
10.2005 - 06.2006

Carpenter - Project Manager

Marsh Contracting
10.2000 - 07.2005

Superintendent / Asst. Project Manager

Eddie Coates Construction
02.1999 - 09.1999

Supply Administration

US Marine Corps / US Army
07.1994 - 07.1998

Large Panel Tile Sales and Installation

Crossville Tile

TEFL Certification - undefined

Via Lingua Language Institute

AA - undefined

Santa Fe College / Univ. of Florida

Construction Management Training

84 Lumber Company

US Marine Corps
Allen Worley