Brian Pirsein
Griffith,IN
Summary
Hands-on Project Manager recognized for flawless execution and finding solutions to complex problems. Communicative and reliable professional polished in developing scopes and objectives and maintaining comprehensive project documentation. Commended for unexcelled record of completing critical projects on schedule and within budget.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
Phoenix Restoration And Remodeling
Lisle, IL
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinated restoration projects from start to finish for residential and commercial properties.
- Managed project timelines and budgets to ensure efficient workflow.
- Collaborated with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure quality materials.
- Conducted site inspections to assess project progress and compliance.
- Developed project plans detailing scopes of work and schedules.
- Communicated regularly with clients to address concerns and updates.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Engaged customers to understand their needs and recommend products.
- Provided product knowledge to assist customers in making informed decisions.
- Worked with many villages/cities to apply and obtain permits of all types for construction projects.
- Work alongside with architects to finalize blueprints.
- Create new change orders for additional work to be performed.
- Schedule and conduct city/village inspections.
- Contributed electrical, plumbing, and troubleshooting services on projects when needed.
Project Manager/Foreman
Advanced Home Remodeling.
Tinley Park, IL
02.2016 - 02.2021
- Coordinated project timelines and resources for home remodeling initiatives.
- Collaborated with clients to define project scopes and requirements.
- Managed multiple contractors and in house tradesmen's with schedules and ensured compliance with project specifications.
- Applied and obtained building permits for all projects.
- Scheduled and conducted required building inspections.
- Contributed electrical, plumbing, and troubleshooting services on projects when needed.
Working Foremen
Midway III Construction.
New Lenox, Illinois
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Supervised daily operations and workflow on construction sites.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure project adherence to timelines.
- Facilitated problem-solving discussions among team members for efficiency.
- Installed doors, windows, and cabinetry with precision and care.
- Operated power tools safely to complete carpentry tasks efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate project execution and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow on job sites.
- Adhered to safety protocols to promote a secure work environment.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Performed electrical work such as wiring outlets, switches, and light fixtures.
- Utilized skills in plumbing, carpentry and basic electrical work to repair building systems.
Union carpenter, apprentice.
Coal construction.
Chicago
03.2004 - 03.2008
- Constructed and installed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed acoustical drop ceiling systems.
- Operated various tools including saws, drills, and nail guns safely.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Installed drywall and insulation.
- Built scaffolding systems for elevated work areas on construction sites.
- Aligned pre-cut trusses into place before nailing them together securely.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
Remodeler
JMZ Remodeling
Mokena
03.2008 - 03.2013
- Finishing basements from demolition to finished.
- Framing- using metal or wood to build walls, ceilings soffit, etc.
- Installed drywall and installation.
- Install various types of interior/exterior doors and windows along with trim work.
- Installed various types of multi piece crown,elaborate base, paneling, and casing.
- Installed laminate, vinyl, tile coverings.
- Installed conduit, BX and Romex throughout to provide outlets, switches, lighting, etc.
- Added additional circuits from electrical panel and installed many sub panels.
- Built custom bars, entertainment stands theater roams.
- Sweat and solder pipe, PVC drains and vents, toilets, faucets, shower valves.
- Worked with metal duct work off trunks to run supplies and returns where it need be.
- Worked with many types of paints, stains, polyurethanes and finishes.
Education
Oak Forest High School
Oak Forest, ILSome College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy
South Suburban Community College.
South Holland, ILCarpenter's Apprenticeship Program.
Mid America Carpenters Regional Council
Elk Grove Village., Ill 02.1998 - 02.2002
Skills
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Management
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Pipefitting
- Plumbing
- Sheet metal
- Welding
Timeline
Project Manager
Phoenix Restoration And Remodeling
04.2021 - Current
Project Manager/Foreman
Advanced Home Remodeling.
02.2016 - 02.2021
Working Foremen
Midway III Construction.
02.2013 - 02.2016
Remodeler
JMZ Remodeling
03.2008 - 03.2013
Union carpenter, apprentice.
Coal construction.
03.2004 - 03.2008
Carpenter's Apprenticeship Program.
Mid America Carpenters Regional Council
02.1998 - 02.2002
Oak Forest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy
South Suburban Community College.