Cody O'Dell
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Construction Superintendent with hands on experience leading industrial projects from start to finish. Strong background coordinating subcontractors, maintaining jobsite safety, and keeping projects on schedule, on budget, and up to quality standards. Works closely with design teams and stakeholders to solve problems as they come up, with clear communication and a practical, boots on the ground leadership style. Experience includes projects ranging from $1M facility upgrades to $40M data center projects across New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and South Carolina.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
GCON Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
11.2022 - Current
- Started working with GCON as a traveling superintendent my first projects were smaller stationing projects at a semi conductor factory in Rio Rancho,NM. From there I traveled to AZ to work on a 20 million dollar project for the same client.
- I have been involved in datacenter projects in the Denver and New Mexico. Both projects were around 30-40 million dollars.
- Led project teams to ensure timely completion of construction projects while adhering to budget constraints.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to enhance site safety and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities, optimizing workflow and improving communication among teams.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and adherence to project specifications.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
Mechanical Journeyman
Jackson & Blanc
San Diego, CA
11.2011 - 11.2022
- Started as a helper/pre appreciate, completed 5 year union apprenticeship school. Where I turned out as a star certified journeymen.
- Led projects in system upgrades, coordinating efforts to meet project timelines and specifications.
- Installed and repaired Industrial/ commercial HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, minimizing downtime through proactive inspections.
- Trained apprentices on best practices for equipment operation and safety protocols, helping with skill development.
Laborer
Kyne Construction
San Diego, CA
06.2008 - 10.2011
- Started in the yard and worked my way up to a foremen on the utility crew.
- Installed water, fire, sewer, strom drain systems. On multiple projects in and around southern California area.
- Operated heavy machinery to support construction projects and ensure timely completion.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety protocols on job sites.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools and equipment to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Capitan
Lakeside, CAJourneyman Certification - Mechanical
Local 230
San Diego, CASkills
- Crew supervision & subcontractor coordination
- Daily planning & work sequencing
- Jobsite organization & logistics planning
- Coordination of multiple trades working in parallel
- Production tracking / daily reports
- Schedule management (look-ahead planning)
- Safety leadership / zero-incident mindset
- OSHA compliance, tool-box talks / safety meetings
- Site audits, inspections & corrective actions
- Turnover readiness / owner walkthrough
- Clear communication with owners/clients
- Working with engineers, architects & design teams
- RFI identification and field issue resolution
- Leading subcontractor meeting
- Reliable, consistent, and professional
Timeline
Superintendent
GCON Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Mechanical Journeyman
Jackson & Blanc
11.2011 - 11.2022
Laborer
Kyne Construction
06.2008 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
El Capitan
Journeyman Certification - Mechanical
Local 230