Daniel Branch
Willow Springs,NC
Summary
Experienced Project Manager with a strong background in client relations, project coordination, and permit compliance. Known for clear communication, attention to detail, and keeping timelines, and quality standards on track.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Branch Home Improvement
Apex, North Carolina
04.2016 - Current
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines at the same time.
- Monitored project timelines and budgets while coordinating subcontractor communication to ensure alignment.
- Monitored project progress to keep deliverables on schedule and aligned with quality standards.
- Tracked permits, inspections, and project paperwork to ensure compliance with regulations throughout project lifecycle.
- Developed solutions for project risks and issues to meet quality and timeline goals.
- Led pre-construction meetings with clients to confirm all details of job and set clear expectations.
- Reviewed scopes, drawings, and change requests with clients and vendors.
- Built strong partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors.
- Conducted periodic job site inspections for quality and progress.
- Assisted with crew coordination, material tracking, and site visits for branch home improvement jobs.
- Maintained comprehensive project records, including specifications, change orders, and invoices, to support transparency and accountability.
- Addressed engineering issues to facilitate project progress.
- Supported home improvement projects from planning phase through final client walkthroughs.
Automotive Service Technician
Hendrick Chevrolet
Cary, North Carolina
01.2012 - 04.2016
- Diagnosed Chevrolet service concerns using scan tools and factory repair procedures.
- Inspected customer vehicles for brakes, tires, fluids, belts, and suspension issues.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, cooling systems, and electrical components.
- Completed maintenance services following Hendrick Chevrolet dealership standards and schedules.
- Documented repairs on service orders and communicated findings with service advisors.
- Verified vehicle operation through road tests and final quality checks.
- Performed warranty repairs using Chevrolet guidelines and approved parts.
- Maintained clean work areas and organized tools for efficient shop flow.
- Executed preventive maintenance tasks on vehicles to ensure safety and performance such as changing fluids or lubricating parts.
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Systems Technology
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC05-2005
Skills
- Project scheduling
- Construction standards
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Client relations
- Conflict resolution
- Clear communication
- Knowledge of CoConstruct software
Certification
- North Carolina Building Contractor License (109632)
Timeline
Project Manager
Branch Home Improvement
04.2016 - Current
Automotive Service Technician
Hendrick Chevrolet
01.2012 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Automotive Systems Technology
Wake Technical Community College