Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
2- Outstanding Volunteer medals Navy / Army
Languages
Timeline

Calvin Cumm

Champlain Heritage Builders LLC
Essex,NY
1
Language
1
Certification
45
years of professional experience

Experienced operations leader with a background in construction, vocational training, and military service. Skilled in strategic planning, project management, budget control, quality assurance, and team leadership.

Results-driven professional with extensive experience aligning business strategy with construction operations. Strong in budget review, subcontractor coordination, contract management, and quality control, with a track record of supporting schedules, client expectations, and profitable growth.

Work History

President

25 Years 4 Months
Champlain Heritage Builders LLC | 07.2001 - Current
  • Aligned company strategy with construction operations to support long-term growth and profitability goals.
  • Supported project execution by keeping quality standards, schedules, and client expectations on track.
  • Coordinated subcontractor relationships by managing bids, contracts, and field performance.
  • Reviewed budgets, expenses, and estimates to support disciplined financial decisions.

Vocational Instructor

9 Years 1 Month
New York State Department Of Corrections | 01.2015 - 02.2024

Held NYS teacher certification and NCCER certification, and completed college requirements through NYS SUNY Oswego vocational teacher preparation program.

  • Taught incarcerated individuals painting and decorating, and supported repair projects at facility.
  • Provided instruction to incarcerated individuals in vocational skills, classroom procedures, and shop safety requirements.
  • Prepared lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with trade curriculum and facility standards.
  • Assessed student performance through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and progress reviews.
  • Maintained training records, attendance documentation, and competency files with accuracy.

Vocational Instructor

6 Years
Home Builders Institute | 01.2009 - 01.2015

I was a Building Construction Technology Instructor. Teaching at risk youth, carpentry/electrical/plumbing,surface preparation,solar,and landscaping

  • Developed lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with trade curriculum and facility standards.
  • Evaluated student performance through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and progress reviews.
  • Maintained training records, attendance documentation, and competency files with accuracy.

Military Non Commissioned Officer

30 Years 5 Months
United States Department of Defense | 09.1981 - 02.2012

I was in the US Navy and Naval reserves from Sept 1981 - Oct 2004, I then Latterly converted to the NYS Army National guard, I was in the Guard from oct 2004- feb 2012. I was a combat Veteran of Operation Enduring freedom in Kabul afghanistan, assisted with Transportation and collaterly assisted in the overseeing of projects dine in the communities such as Orphanage repairs, Community projects Wells , Schools ETC...

  • Directed operational planning and coordinated cross-functional activities to support mission readiness.
  • Reviewed policy requirements and ensured compliance with federal regulations and internal procedures.
  • Briefed leadership on status updates, risks, and priority issues for informed decision-making.
  • Managed sensitive reports and records while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Education

Career Tech Teacher - Construction Project Management

State University of New York | NY | 01-2022

No Degree - Emergency Management

Emergency Management Accademy | Emmitsburg, MD

I was a Certified OSHA Instructor, Of course many Military schools both Naval and Army. Highly Decorated in the Military. all Honorable enlistments

Skills

Leadership team building
Organizational leadership
Strategic planning
Operational excellence
Integrity and ethics
Employee relations
Crisis management
Operations management
Staff training
Project management
Business development
Contract negotiation
Budget management
Negotiation
Company representation
Business planning
Process improvement
Operations oversight
Vendor sourcing and negotiations
Financial management
Contract management
Staff management
Innovation and creativity
Financial planning
Cost control
Program oversight
Consulting
Environmental awareness
Risk mitigation
Contract administration
Quality assurance
Team motivation
Team leadership
Decision-making
Coaching and mentoring
Public speaking
Budgeting and cost control
Leadership and people development
Planning and coordination
Goal setting

Affiliations

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Elks

Past president Navy League of the United States Vermont

Uncle Sams Boxing Coach

New York State Athletic Commission (Inspector)

Certification

Vocational Teacher NYS

2- Outstanding Volunteer medals Navy / Army

awarded Voulnteer Medals 

Navy - Teaching Youth Boxing 

Army- Assisting with development of Construction Projects while deployed to Afghanistan 2008-2009

Many other Medals and Ribbons , letters of Commentadtion, and achievements during my extensive , diverse military career, both Active and Reserve.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Vocational Instructor

New York State Department Of Corrections
01.2015 - 02.2024Read More

Vocational Instructor

Home Builders Institute
01.2009 - 01.2015Read More

President

Champlain Heritage Builders LLC
07.2001 - CurrentRead More

Military Non Commissioned Officer

United States Department of Defense
09.1981 - 02.2012Read More

Emergency Management Accademy

No Degree from Emergency Management
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State University of New York

Career Tech Teacher from Construction Project Management
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Calvin Cumm