Colin Knight
Real Estate Salesperson
Stafford,VA
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. A highly organized individual that focuses on detail oriented work without losing sight of the big picture goals. A diverse background in construction and real estate provides a wide range of skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Real Estate Salesperson
Aquia Realty Inc.
Stafford, VA
12.2019 - Current
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Represented buyers and sellers in real estate transactions for commercial, residential, and land sales.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
- Informed home buyers of sales, construction and warranty processes.
- Involved in over 30 closed sales with over $10 million in total value.
Field Engineer
Allan Myers Inc.
Sterling, VA
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed and maintained operations of earthmoving, utility, and concrete contractors for Data Center facilities.
- Managed budget, scheduling, quality assurance, safety compliance and coordination of construction trades and contractors.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
Construction Engineering Intern
Shirley Contracting Company
Stafford, VA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted in many tasks involved in heavy civil construction on interstate 95.
- Created project schedules and worked with contractors to assure work is completed properly and on time.
- Determined elevation levels and grade of construction grounds.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Installed and Maintained Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Department of Defense Engineering Intern
Department Of Defense
King George, VA
05.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted senior engineers at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.
- Prepared standard reports and documentation to communicate results to senior management.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Assisted with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Prince William Service Authority
Prince William County, VA
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted in ground maintenance of water and sewer sites including: water towers, water pump stations, sewer pump stations, and water treatment facilities.
- Operated mowers, trimmers and chainsaws to maintain grounds and fence lines.
Construction Site Assistant
Concept Builders LLC
Stafford, VA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Learned knowledge and skills required of construction trade laborers.
- Used hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment. Performed a wide range of construction site duties and worked from elevated heights.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Building Construction
Virginia Tech University
Blacksburg, VA 08.2014 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate
Virginia Tech University
Blacksburg, VA 08.2015 - 12.2019
Skills
Licensed Realtor in the State of Virginia
Market research data entry
Construction Estimating and Scheduling
Contract Negotiation
Subcontractor Coordination
Bluebeam and Other PDF Software
Autodesk Revit and Other Modeling Software
Timeline
Real Estate Salesperson
Aquia Realty Inc.
12.2019 - Current
Field Engineer
Allan Myers Inc.
12.2019 - 01.2021
Construction Engineering Intern
Shirley Contracting Company
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate
Virginia Tech University
08.2015 - 12.2019
Department of Defense Engineering Intern
Department Of Defense
05.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Building Construction
Virginia Tech University
08.2014 - 12.2019
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Prince William Service Authority
05.2014 - 01.2015
Construction Site Assistant
Concept Builders LLC
01.2011 - 01.2015