Christopher Messina
Timberville,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards. Licensed General Contractor proudly offering over 25 years of managing subcontractors and delivering projects that exceed expectations while coming in under budget. Enthusiastic individual with strong knowledge of construction protocols and standards. Composed and driven with great communication skills. Smart leader well-trained to meet deadlines for commercial and residential projects. Energetic General Contractor with exceptional project management skills and subcontractor alliances. Detailed in codes compliance, safety and budget management. Outstanding reputation for top-quality work on variety of project types. Dependable General Contractor promoting 25-year career renovating homes and building base of satisfied customers. Focused leader with eye on safety for all members of crew.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Contractor
Preeminent Construction
Timberville, VA
09.2019 - Current
- Reduced accidents on construction sites by adhering to health and safety regulations and reporting problems.
- Performed site visits to ensure construction plans were in compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Leveraged marketing campaigns to acquire new residential customers, commercial clients and construction partners resulting in increased revenue.
- Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Administered timely payments for contracted services rendered in accordance with established guidelines.
- Visited job sites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
- Monitored job sites regularly for hazardous conditions that could cause harm or delay progress.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Reviewed invoices submitted by contractors and approved payments based on acceptable work products.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Contracted and supervised workers for small to large sized construction jobs.
- Developed job schedules outlining specific tasks to be completed by each contractor and subcontractor within a given timeline.
- Saved money by managing cost-effective supplier purchases.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Ordered supplies and controlled inventory to keep overhead low and maintain supply availability.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor, material, equipment, overhead costs and other related expenses.
- Inspected completed projects upon completion for adherence to specified requirements.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Performed inspections of properties and individual units, identifying issues and recommending actions.
- Managed projects with large labor, equipment and material budgets.
- Refined and improved company processes to increase productivity and efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of subcontractors' workmanship for quality assurance.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, city officials and other stakeholders throughout the construction process.
- Reviewed blueprints and other documentation prior to commencement of projects for accuracy and completeness.
- Recruited, supervised and directed outsourced qualified third-party contractors.
- Provided technical guidance to team members as needed when challenges arose during the course of a project.
- Monitored overall safety by regularly inspecting job sites and confirming observation of protocols and standards by workers.
- Directed development of project-level budgets to achieve gross margin and profitability targets.
- Scheduled subcontractors to stagger work and streamline completion of project phases.
- Implemented effective strategies to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste of resources.
- Addressed customer inquiries regarding contract terms or any associated disputes.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
- Ensured that safety standards were maintained at all times during the duration of the project.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive prices.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Martial Arts Instructor
Principle MMA
Timberville, VA
01.2018 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Instructed students in martial arts skills and demonstrated appropriate use of techniques.
- Led group sparring sessions to teach defensive strategies and skills.
- Provided feedback on student performance and progress towards goals.
- Diversified business by offering exercise classes in addition to traditional martial arts.
- Enhanced students' confidence and progress by promoting diligence and determination with difficult tasks.
- Guided students through proper breathing, stance, and fighting forms.
- Prepared and administered tests and assessments to track and monitor academic performance.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other relevant information pertaining to each student's progress.
- Maintained full schedule of classes for groups of different ability levels and end goals.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for martial arts classes.
- Conducted warm-up exercises, strhing, and strength training activities.
- Encouraged students to explore individual learning opportunities to expand knowledge of subject areas.
- Demonstrated correct form and posture to ensure safety during practice sessions.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for lessons and projects.
- Assessed participants' progress, corrected problems and advised on better methods.
- Mitigated learning gaps and effectively delivered curriculum to over 300 students.
- Applied training and motivational techniques to prepare students for competitions.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
- Adapted lessons and teaching styles to meet unique needs and abilities of students being taught and led high-energy, benefit-driven instruction for children and adults.
- Encouraged students to strive for excellence by setting achievable goals with measurable outcomes.
- Provided one-on-one coaching for advanced level students who needed extra attention or assistance with specific skills.
- Promoted martial arts program to build and maintain clientele, to meet monthly revenue goals and to cultivate positive impressions of martial arts throughout community.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Planned classes focusing on instruction, demonstration and work time.
- Organized special events such as seminars or workshops related to martial arts instruction or self-defense techniques.
- Delivered group lectures and hands-on demonstrations to instruct students.
- Created individualized training plans based on student needs and abilities.
- Assessed student needs in context of qualifications, limitations, abilities and interests.
- Monitored student performance and offered feedback to support goal achievement.
- Connected with local municipal recreation departments to organize large-scale community classes.
- Carried out balanced program of instruction and work time to give students optimal learning experiences.
- Explained theory behind martial arts techniques such as balance control, timing or footwork drills.
- Instructed students on proper technique of punches, kicks, throws, holds, blocks and self-defense tactics.
- Built and maintained positive personal relationships with students and families, served as role model and character educator and prioritized safety by supervising classes closely.
- Designed academically rigorous lessons, rubrics and assessments, monitored students' progress toward higher ranks, tested students periodically and issued new belts in affirming ceremonies.
- Organized tournaments and competitions to motivate students to improve their techniques.
- Demonstrated proper martial arts techniques and helped students practice and master techniques and embrace individual learning needs and realistic goals for advancement.
- Educated students using customized teaching methods and hands-on curriculum.
- Assisted in the development of physical conditioning programs for students at all levels of ability.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Vendor
Shen Valley Enterprise LLC
Timberville, VA
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
- Replaced and adjusted signs to reflect different products and promotional prices.
- Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
- Developed lists of potential areas and buyers to increase success rates.
- Designed dynamic displays for products to increase overall revenue and specific product sales.
- Studied product and industry specs and prices to update signage and complete merchandising activities.
- Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability.
- Verified accuracy of boxed merchandise against documentation to reduce errors.
- Facilitated payment processes for approved invoices from vendors.
- Analyzed sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
- Performed periodic audits of vendors' activities to ensure contractual obligations were met.
- Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
- Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
- Managed day-to-day communications with multiple vendors simultaneously.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
General Contractor
Top Notch Construction
Timberville, VA
01.2003 - 09.2017
- Performed site visits to ensure construction plans were in compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Leveraged marketing campaigns to acquire new residential customers, commercial clients and construction partners resulting in increased revenue.
- Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Administered timely payments for contracted services rendered in accordance with established guidelines.
- Visited job sites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
- Monitored job sites regularly for hazardous conditions that could cause harm or delay progress.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Reviewed invoices submitted by contractors and approved payments based on acceptable work products.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Developed job schedules outlining specific tasks to be completed by each contractor and subcontractor within a given timeline.
- Saved money by managing cost-effective supplier purchases.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Ordered supplies and controlled inventory to keep overhead low and maintain supply availability.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor, material, equipment, overhead costs and other related expenses.
- Inspected completed projects upon completion for adherence to specified requirements.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Performed inspections of properties and individual units, identifying issues and recommending actions.
- Managed projects with large labor, equipment and material budgets.
- Refined and improved company processes to increase productivity and efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of subcontractors' workmanship for quality assurance.
- Incorporated client feedback to help construction crew and subcontractors execute change orders.
- Supervised highly skilled electricians, carpenters, plumbers and other tradesmen on job sites for commercial projects.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, city officials and other stakeholders throughout the construction process.
- Reviewed blueprints and other documentation prior to commencement of projects for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided technical guidance to team members as needed when challenges arose during the course of a project.
- Monitored overall safety by regularly inspecting job sites and confirming observation of protocols and standards by workers.
- Directed development of project-level budgets to achieve gross margin and profitability targets.
- Scheduled subcontractors to stagger work and streamline completion of project phases.
- Implemented effective strategies to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste of resources.
- Addressed customer inquiries regarding contract terms or any associated disputes.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
- Ensured that safety standards were maintained at all times during the duration of the project.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Organized meetings between clients and contractors and subcontractors to discuss changes in scope or design specifications.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive prices.
- Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
- Managed on-site personnel including laborers, subcontractors, and engineers.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Dominion College
Harrisonburg, VA06-1996
Skills
- Job Bidding
- Quality Control
- Construction Site Management
- Residential and Commercial Construction
- Carpentry
- Worksite Safety
- Labor Oversight
- Subcontractor Management
- Project Planning
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Production Planning
- Project Coordination
Affiliations
- In addition to teaching martial arts I will forever be a student. I currently still train in Brazilian Jujitsu at Total Defense Mixed Martial Arts where I currently hold the rank of purple belt. I am committed to making my training a part of my daily life as I feel it makes me a better person, improves mental and physical strengths. I attribute my personnel successes and the ability to overcome adversity to my martial arts training.
- I am a boxing and Muay Thai instructor as well. These skills have served me well in my teachings and have competed in full contact matches as recent as 2022 where I finished first in a cruiserweight division.
- I still actively compete in BJJ tournaments.
Accomplishments
- 2022 kickboxing cruiserweight champion East Coast Classic advanced division.
- 2022 Silver Medalist Gi division Richmond Championship
- 2022 Silver Medalist NoGi absolute division Richmond Championship
- 2022 Silver Medalist Gi division Lynchburg Championship
- 2022 Gold Medalist NoGi division Lynchburg Championship
- 2023 Bronze Medalist Gi division Richmond Championship
- 2023 Bronze Medalist Gi division Lynchburg Championship
Certification
- I currently hold an active VA class A contractors license and am in good standing with the DPOR.
- I currently hold a Purple Belt in Brazilian JuJitsu under Black Belt Brian Rose Total Defense Mixed Martial Arts Staunton, VA and Black Belt Dennis Hayes Hybrid Martial Arts Roanoke, VA.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Contractor
Preeminent Construction
09.2019 - Current
Martial Arts Instructor
Principle MMA
01.2018 - Current
Vendor
Shen Valley Enterprise LLC
09.2017 - 09.2019
General Contractor
Top Notch Construction
01.2003 - 09.2017
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Dominion College
- I currently hold an active VA class A contractors license and am in good standing with the DPOR.
- I currently hold a Purple Belt in Brazilian JuJitsu under Black Belt Brian Rose Total Defense Mixed Martial Arts Staunton, VA and Black Belt Dennis Hayes Hybrid Martial Arts Roanoke, VA.
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