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Bobby James Stowe Jr

College Station,TX

Summary

General Contractor successful working with various personalities and meeting deadlines on a variety of commercial and residential projects. Experienced Renovations Contractor, with a proven track record of managing construction projects from inception to completion. Strong expertise in project estimation, code compliance, and subcontractor coordination. Seeking opportunities to apply my skills and dedication to deliver exceptional construction results. Knowledgeable individual skilled in multiple trades.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Contractor Specialist

Harvey Mitchell Parkway S
01.1999 - Current
  • 25 Years)
  • Salary
  • 65,000 annually
  • Key Achievements and Responsibilities
  • Successfully bid and secured contracts for renovation projects
  • Expertly communicated with homeowners to ensure alignment with city and state code requirements
  • Managed project scopes, tracked completion dates, and ensured on-time project delivery
  • Coordinated material deliveries and maintained inventory control
  • Drafted project scopes and rough drafts, including minor structural designs
  • Prepared blueprints and secured state engineer stamp approvals when required
  • Scheduled and supervised subcontractors to meet project milestones
  • Acted as on-site project manager, ensuring top-quality workmanship and meeting contract expectations
  • Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
  • Mentored and trained construction crews on best practices for high-performing site teams.
  • Collaborated with architects and subcontractors to devise cost-effective construction solutions.
  • Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
  • Resolved conflicts between contractors, suppliers and subcontractors to eliminate workflow disruptions.
  • Assessed construction & renovation project plans, spoke with clients, or designers and visited job site to better understand project scope and client desires.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create and print online advertisements to bring in new customers.
  • Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
  • Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Identified customer needs, negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
  • Analyzed building plans and prepared bids to deliver timely, cost-effective project completion.
  • Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
  • Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Managed large-scale construction projects within cost, quality and time constraints,
  • Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
  • Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
  • Created insightful reports to document progress and expenditures for improved forecasting.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
  • Managed digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
  • Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Erected scaffolding and ladders.
  • Door and window installations.
  • Built and designed custom cabinets
  • Extensive experience in carpentry providing excellent craftsmanship.
  • Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.

Foreman

Quality Drywall
10.2007 - 07.2017
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
  • Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
  • Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
  • Verified and submitted team timesheets.
  • Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
  • Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Constructed commercial and residential buildings with more than 2000 square feet.
  • Offered direction to landscape architects on site characteristics, project timeline and delays impacting hardscape and greenscape installations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures to increase productivity and constructiveness.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
  • Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
  • Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.

Construction Site Supervisor

Sterns Build Design
03.2006 - 09.2007
  • Read plans and blueprints, communicated to workers.
  • Scheduled labor, ordered materials and coordinated with other contractors to complete projects.
  • Analyzed blueprints and other project specifications to completely understand all job requirements and determine how many workers would be required onsite.
  • Managed subcontractor personnel activity and team resources to meet all project requirements.
  • Served as point of contact for clients to deliver information on work progress and resolve on-site technical problems.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Coordinated crew and subcontractor work activities and materials acquisition and maintenance.
  • Actively communicated with crew and responded effectively to all questions, helping to build positive working environment for all.
  • Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.
  • Enhanced job site safety by vigilantly monitoring equipment and team members to prevent accidents.
  • Implemented safety procedures and verified workers wore proper safety attire to limit injuries and prevent accidents.
  • Delivered vital safety information in preconstruction meetings with contractors and subcontractors and complied with established safety standards during pre- and final inspections of construction projects.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Attended four on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
  • Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
  • Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
  • Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
  • Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
  • Guided employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
  • Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
  • Troubleshot issues to keep machinery and tools operational.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homeschool
Bastrop, TX

Skills

  • Master in Carpentry
  • Master Skill Level with Flooring and Tile Work
  • Master Skill Level Drywall; Tape, Float, and Texture
  • 3D Modeling
  • Commercial Projects
  • Up to Date Knowledge of Building Codes
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Construction Project Coordination
  • Estimating and Project Proposals
  • Safety Protocols Awareness and Compliance
  • Project Requirements/Scope of Work
  • Projected Completion Date Estimation
  • Material and Equipment Procurement
  • Order Processing and Supply Management
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Effective Written and Verbal Communication
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Contractor Safety
  • Process Improvement Initiatives
  • Sustainability Consulting
  • Operations Oversight
  • Contract Preparation
  • Vendor Relations
  • Expansion Coordination
  • Microsoft Office
  • Schematic Design
  • Frame Carpentry
  • OSHA Regulations Knowledge
  • Residential and Commercial Construction
  • Creative Solutions
  • Equipment Management
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Engineering Documentation
  • Historical Restoration Requirements and Compliance
  • Expert at Renovations
  • Knowledge in Permitting and HOA Regulations
  • Demolition and Site Preparation

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Foreman

Quality Drywall
10.2007 - 07.2017

Construction Site Supervisor

Sterns Build Design
03.2006 - 09.2007

Business Owner/Contractor Specialist

Harvey Mitchell Parkway S
01.1999 - Current

High School Diploma -

Homeschool
Bobby James Stowe Jr