Barry Collins
Youngtown,AZ
Summary
Skilled and knowledgeable in construction and building inspection, with experience ensuring structures comply with local codes, regulations, and specifications. Familiar with a variety of inspection types including structural integrity, safety protocols, and code adherence. Strengths include strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities for clear reporting and collaboration with construction teams, and adeptness at identifying issues early to prevent costly rework or delays. Contributed to enhancing building safety and quality through thorough inspections and actionable feedback on numerous projects. Resourceful professional in management operations known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless execution of business strategies and enhancement of team performance.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Inspector
AZ Code Consultants
Queen Creek, AZ
10.2017 - Current
- Conducted on-site investigations and monitored construction activities to verify code compliance.
- Checked site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
- Documented findings on inspection reports and issued violation notices when necessary.
- Re-evaluated commercial and residential constructions with previous failed inspections.
- Noted recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
Owner/Manager Director
Sweet River Coffee
Tucson, AZ
06.2005 - 01.2018
- Executed performance reviews to encourage improved productivity for team members.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Guided trainees to boost safety and inventory waste management to meet pre-established business thresholds for operation.
- Created marketing campaigns to promote products and services offered in the café.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing customer inquiries and complaints.
- Monitored stock levels of ingredients, beverages, supplies, and equipment needed for daily operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Trained staff, facilitated staff meetings and spearheaded menu development.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
- Managed payroll functions related to hiring new employees or processing employee payments accurately and timely.
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
- Developed innovative strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Ground Operations Manager
Alaska Airlines
SeaTac, WA
09.1978 - 01.2005
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05-1973
High School Diploma -
Mark Keppel High School
Alhambra, CA06-1971
Skills
- Permitting knowledge
- Permitting
- Quality control guidelines
- Zoning guidelines
- Zoning requirements
- Remediation plans
- Incidents management
- Performance reporting
- Health and safety compliance
- Performance monitoring
- Program administration
- Workforce training
- Decision-making
- Crisis management
- Staff training
- Solutions development
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Business and operations management
- Risk management
Accomplishments
- Top 1% employee at Alaska Airlines in 1990
- Awarded the Alaska Airlines Legend in 1991.
Certification
- ICC Residential Building Inspector
- ICC Virtual Inspector
- ICC Big Timber Building Inspector
- ICC Whole House Water Efficiency
Timeline
Building Inspector
AZ Code Consultants
10.2017 - Current
Owner/Manager Director
Sweet River Coffee
06.2005 - 01.2018
Ground Operations Manager
Alaska Airlines
09.1978 - 01.2005
Associate of Arts -
Orange Coast College
High School Diploma -
Mark Keppel High School
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