Summary
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Work History
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Leadership & Achievements
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Carlos Armando Parra González

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Construction professional with several years of hands-on experience in concrete, masonry, and hardscape projects. Skilled in pavers, driveways, retaining walls, block layout, rebar placement, footings, pouring, stucco, and finishing work. Experienced in coordinating crews, preparing sites, and ensuring quality standards on residential and commercial projects. Holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and an Associate of Arts, combining practical construction expertise with organizational and leadership training. Former collegiate athlete and part of team leadership group, bringing proven strengths in discipline, teamwork, and motivating others. Currently seeking to step into a Project Manager role to oversee teams and deliver successful projects from start to finish.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Concrete & Masonry Laborer

Masonry and More Concrete
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked on masonry and concrete projects including footings, retaining walls, pouring, and finishing.
  • Set up and prepared forms for foundations and structural elements.
  • Gained hands-on experience with both structural and decorative concrete applications.
  • Assisted masons with block and wall systems, supporting alignment and finish work.
  • Maintained safety, quality, and productivity under tight deadlines.

Construction Worker / Crew Lead

Melrose Construction
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Built and installed hardscape projects including driveways, patios, BBQs, pavers, and retaining walls.
  • Performed stucco application and finishing work on residential and commercial builds.
  • Handled rebar placement and preparation for footings and walls, ensuring structural strength and compliance.
  • Completed block layout and setup to prepare for wall construction and maintain project accuracy.
  • Coordinated daily crew activities and task assignments to keep projects aligned with timelines.
  • Prepared job sites through grading, layout, and material handling.
  • Trained and guided new workers in proper construction methods, tools, and safety practices.

Baseball Coach

Gauchos Baseball
2020 - 2024
  • Coach and mentor youth baseball teams aged 12 to 18.
  • Lead practices, coordinate drills, and manage game strategies.
  • Teach teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development.
  • Communicate regularly with parents and academy staff.
  • Apply leadership and communication techniques that also support professional work in construction crew management.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Benedictine University At Mesa
Mesa, AZ
05-2025

Associate of Arts -

Glendale Community College
Phoenix, AZ
05-2023

Skills

  • Bilingual – Fluent in Spanish & English
  • Concrete & Masonry Construction (block layout, rebar, footings, pouring, finishing)
  • Hardscape & Landscaping (pavers, driveways, BBQs, retaining walls)
  • Stucco & Surface Finishing
  • Site Preparation, Grading & Layout
  • Crew Coordination & Training
  • Project Scheduling & Task Delegation
  • Budget & Material Tracking
  • Client Relations & Communication
  • Leadership, Team Building & Motivation

Languages

Spanish – Native
English – Fluent

Timeline

Concrete & Masonry Laborer

Masonry and More Concrete
05.2023 - 08.2023

Construction Worker / Crew Lead

Melrose Construction
06.2021 - 08.2023

Baseball Coach

Gauchos Baseball
2020 - 2024

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Benedictine University At Mesa

Associate of Arts -

Glendale Community College

Leadership & Achievements

  • College Baseball Team – Leadership Group Member: Contributed to team leadership and supported player development while balancing academics and athletics.
  • Earned multiple awards for athletic performance, leadership, and teamwork.
  • Developed discipline, communication, and motivational skills that translate directly into managing construction crews and projects.