Clayton Guthrie

• Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
• Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
• Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
• Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
• Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
• Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
• Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
• Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Developed full-scope estimates for use in project bidding and design-build projects.
• Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and develop scope of work documents.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for best possible prices while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitored progress of ongoing projects to ensure accuracy of initial estimates throughout construction process.
• Maintained up-to-date records of all project activities including budgets, timelines, invoices, purchase orders.
• Analyzed cost trends over time to anticipate future needs or budget constraints.
• Actively participated in meetings with clients, architects, engineers and other stakeholders involved in the project planning process.
• Prepared monthly reports for management outlining estimated costs and actual expenses incurred during the project lifecycle.
• Attended trade shows, seminars, conferences as necessary in order to stay abreast of new products, technologies being used in the industry.
• Developed accurate project estimates utilizing historical data and industry pricing standards.
• Reviewed designs and drawings to identify any potential risks or discrepancies in order to provide accurate estimates.
• Responded quickly and efficiently to customer inquiries about pricing, availability, delivery times.
• Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved without compromising quality standards.
• Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Develops quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems or manual calculations.
• Checked construction plans against actual field conditions to prepare estimates.
• Presented prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
• Generated timely proposals to clearly communicate correspondence and bid clarifications.
• Obtained bids from vendors and subcontractors to make cost-effective selections.
• Efficiently completed material orders, resulting in all projects being completed on time and under budget.
• Collaborates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on estimates.
• Maintained detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project-specific information.
• Assists in developing scopes of work for bid packages.
• Formulated estimates and budgets ranging from $0 to $1,500,000.
• Managed concurrently anywhere from 20-50 simultaneous projects during the fiscal year
• Created and upheld client relations resulting in continuous opportunity and/or guaranteed project awarding with a reoccurring revenue aspect.
• Attained 'required subcontractor' status for shell tenant locations, multiple companies, and retailers.
• Created and maintained Projects from Estimation through Project End.
• Estimate approx 400-600 projects per fiscal year
• Secure approx 110-170 negotiated/approved estimates per fiscal year
• Currently have as acquisitions

-Tenant Buildouts @ Citadel Outlets in Commerce

-Tenant Buildouts @ Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga

-Completed through the past 5 years over 60 starbucks locations in southern California & created relationships for other offices throughout the company with the Starbucks Corporate Construction team members

-Selected Subcontractor pricing, with multiple General Contractors on bidding estimates when they submit their Fire Sprinkler number.

• Trained and supervised sales associates on customer service standards and operational procedures.
• Assisted customers with product selection, pricing and availability inquiries.
• Ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Provided support during seasonal events or promotions.
• Implemented effective loss prevention measures to minimize shrinkage.
• Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Coached other employees in customer service strategies and successful selling techniques.
• Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
• Developed marketing strategies to increase sales volume and promote products.
• Performed inventory management duties such as stocking shelves and placing orders for new merchandise.
• Maintained records of daily transactions in order to track sales performance.
• Managed opening and closing procedures of the store, including cash handling.
• Inspected merchandising displays for accuracy and neatness.
• Organized promotional campaigns to drive traffic into the store.
• Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
• Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
• Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
• Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
• Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.

• Trained in wine and liquor service in order to provide full and positive experiences to guests.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wine list and recommended wines based on customer preferences.
• Assisted other servers when needed during peak periods.
• Provided guests with information about menu items, made suggestions and took orders.
• Accurately recorded orders in POS system while providing excellent customer service.
• Maintained smooth and efficient flow of guests into and out of assigned sections.
• Prepared tables, rolled silverware and expertly polished glassware for optimal presentation.
• Ensured proper set-up of dining area before service began including silverware, condiments, napkins.
• Responded quickly to guest inquiries or complaints in a professional manner.

• Researched new music trends to stay on top of industry standards.
• Provided technical support before, during, and after performances.
• Coordinated with lighting technicians to create an optimal atmosphere for performances.
• Compiled feedback from guests about their musical preferences during events.
• Trained novice DJs and helped fellow employees in basic mixing techniques as well as safety protocols.
• Managed social media accounts promoting upcoming shows and events.
• Called out to guests via microphone, encouraging dancing and participation in upbeat songs at weddings and other celebrations.
• Participated in promotional events in local community, met fans and clients and offered professional station representation.
• Assisted in troubleshooting any hardware or software issues related to DJ equipment.
• Conducted regular inventory checks of audio components and supplies needed for shows.
• Advised event coordinators on the best setup for audio-visual systems based on their needs.
• Investigated new technologies related to DJing such as digital mixing consoles.
• Organized and set up sound equipment for events.
• Monitored audio levels during sets to ensure a quality experience for guests.
• Performed maintenance checks on all DJ equipment prior to use.
• Ensured compliance with local laws regarding noise ordinances and other regulations.