Our Goal Is to be an Industry Leading Commercial Contractor
Christian Kazala
Independent Commercial Contractor
Kennewick,WA
Summary
Knowledgeable construction professional known for developing effective schedules, creating plans to see projects through to completion and assessing work to comply with applicable codes. Multitasking , works productively with various personalities and meets very tight deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
CK Construction Solutions LLC
Kennewick, WA
2021.07 - Current
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
Foreman/Superintendent
Banlin Construction
Kennewick, WA
2020.01 - 2022.06
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by [Action].
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Stepped up during foreman's absence to answer questions and delegate project tasks to employees.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Construction Foreman
CD Smith
Milwaukee, WI
2013.01 - 2019.01
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Asserted control over 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.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
Steel Stud Framer
Drywall Interiors
Richland, WA
2003.01 - 2013.01
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Read and interpreted schematics and blueprints to lay tiles and drywall in correct places.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
No Degree - Construction Trades
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA 2001.05 -
Skills
Project Management
Strategic planning
Subcontractor supervision
Construction materials knowledge
Blueprint Interpretation
Project estimation and bidding
Budgeting
Contract Management
Commercial construction
Project milestones
Commercial systems interior and exterior
Interests
Create and maintain Local Business relationship's
Give Back to the Community
Timeline
Owner Operator
CK Construction Solutions LLC
2021.07 - Current
Foreman/Superintendent
Banlin Construction
2020.01 - 2022.06
Construction Foreman
CD Smith
2013.01 - 2019.01
Steel Stud Framer
Drywall Interiors
2003.01 - 2013.01
No Degree - Construction Trades
Columbia Basin College
2001.05 -