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Chris Caldon

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

As a seasoned leader at Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority, I excelled in driving project efficiency and fostering team collaboration. My expertise in structural modeling and my ability to inspire teamwork led to surpassing quality standards and reducing costs. With a knack for safety management and effective communication, I consistently delivered industry-leading structures, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.

Overview

2012
2012
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Carpentry & Structural Supervisor

Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority
  • Managed budgets, keeping projects within financial constraints while maintaining a focus on quality output.
  • Improved overall project efficiency by developing detailed work plans and monitoring progress against milestones.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for materials acquisition, reducing overall project costs.
  • Evaluated project proposals for feasibility, identifying potential risks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Reduced material waste through efficient planning and procurement processes.
  • Provided expert guidance on best practices for structural design, contributing to the development of industry-leading structures.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers to achieve cost-effective and sustainable building solutions.
  • Delivered exceptional results by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams on complex construction projects.
  • Trained junior team members in structural design principles, boosting overall team productivity.
  • Streamlined project timelines by effectively allocating resources and managing personnel schedules.
  • Optimized construction workflows by continuously updating project management tools and techniques.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance programs, extending the lifespan of critical infrastructure components.
  • Supervised construction teams, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Enhanced structural integrity by implementing innovative designs and materials in construction projects.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to resolve conflicts and keep projects on track for timely completion.
  • Championed process improvements that led to increased efficiency across all phases of construction projects.
  • Conducted thorough site inspections to ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations.
  • Led multi-disciplinary teams to complete complex structural builds while maintaining strong relationships with clients throughout the process.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • 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.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
  • Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
  • Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.

Owner

Beach Woodworks Inc
01.1990 - 06.2011
  • Managed budgets, keeping projects within financial constraints while maintaining a focus on quality output.
  • Improved overall project efficiency by developing detailed work plans and monitoring progress against milestones.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for materials acquisition, reducing overall project costs.
  • Evaluated project proposals for feasibility, identifying potential risks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Reduced material waste through efficient planning and procurement processes.
  • Provided expert guidance on best practices for structural design, contributing to the development of industry-leading structures.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers to achieve cost-effective and sustainable building solutions.
  • Delivered exceptional results by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams on complex construction projects.
  • Trained junior team members in structural design principles, boosting overall team productivity.
  • Streamlined project timelines by effectively allocating resources and managing personnel schedules.
  • Optimized construction workflows by continuously updating project management tools and techniques.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance programs, extending the lifespan of critical infrastructure components.
  • Supervised construction teams, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Enhanced structural integrity by implementing innovative designs and materials in construction projects.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to resolve conflicts and keep projects on track for timely completion.
  • Championed process improvements that led to increased efficiency across all phases of construction projects.
  • Conducted thorough site inspections to ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations.
  • Led multi-disciplinary teams to complete complex structural builds while maintaining strong relationships with clients throughout the process.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • 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.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
  • Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
  • Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
  • Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.

Education

Balboa High School, Republic Of Panama
1985

Skills

  • Structural modeling
  • Construction supervision
  • Site coordination
  • Safety management
  • Material procurement
  • Structural inspections
  • Change order management
  • Subcontractor management
  • Structural retrofitting
  • Design review
  • Value engineering
  • Contract administration
  • Budget estimation
  • Willingness to learn
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Job site cleanup
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Following instructions
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Construction safety
  • Reliability
  • Worker supervision
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Self control and integrity
  • Site safety
  • Safe operating procedures
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Tool operation

Timeline

Owner - Beach Woodworks Inc
01.1990 - 06.2011
Senior Carpentry & Structural Supervisor - Norfolk Redevelopment & Housing Authority
Balboa High School - ,

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