April Ratka
Nashville
Summary
Business professional prepared for this role, bringing wealth of experience in strategic planning and operational management. Delivered impactful results through effective leadership and resource optimization. Focused on fostering team collaboration and achieving exceptional outcomes with adaptability and reliability. Skilled in financial management, strategic growth, and customer relations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
ALR Construction Management LLC
07.2018 - 07.2025
- Qualifying Party for Arizona KB-01 ROC # 320834 Dual Contracting License.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Ensured compliance with all local state and federal laws.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- 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.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled all aspects of the accounting, payables, receivables and payroll.
Project Manager
At Your Service Companies
02.2010 - 05.2018
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Field Supervisor
JLB Partners
09.2007 - 12.2009
- Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of field activities, ensuring proper documentation was available for internal reviews and audits.
- Resolved customer complaints to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Presented weekly and monthly performance reports to demonstrate team progress.
- Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
- Ensured quality control through meticulous inspections of job sites, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
- Evaluated performance and progress, and made proactive adjustments.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent customer service skills and attention to detail on projects.
- Minimized downtime on job sites by developing efficient schedules that accounted for potential obstacles or challenges.
Education
East Aurora High School
East Aurora, NY05-1987
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project management
- Business management
- Financial management and reconciliation
- Estimating and Bidding processes
- Contract management
- Payroll and Quarterly Reporting
- Quickbooks, Microsoft Office (Word,Excel, Outlook, Projects)
- OSHA 30 Certification
- LEAD Certification
- Labor relations
Timeline
Owner
ALR Construction Management LLC
07.2018 - 07.2025
Project Manager
At Your Service Companies
02.2010 - 05.2018
Field Supervisor
JLB Partners
09.2007 - 12.2009
East Aurora High School
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