Dakota Lamont
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dedicated construction professional with 17 years of construction leadership experience. Known for finding creative solutions. Focused on schedule, budget and client satisfaction. High level of attention to detail. Excellent cross department collaboration. Enjoys developing younger staff members. On site daily to ensure risk mitigation management. I over communicate everything. Transparency and communication are important to me. What I don't know, I will ask and find out. Always happy to learn more. I don't stress about much, I would rather use that energy to develop a solution. I will likely tell you what you need to hear not just what you want to hear. Outside of work I like to hunt, fish, golf and spend time with my family. Am an open book for anything one would want to know.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Turner Construction
Omaha, Nebraska
11.2024 - Current
- Led pre-con to develop a strategic plan ensuring success to the client.
- Coordinated and ran all Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings providing weekly updates and focusing on team alignment.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project deliverables.
- Managed timelines and resources to maintain project schedules.
- Analyzed risks and implemented mitigation strategies for project success.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation throughout projects.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
Project Manager
Ayars & Ayars
Omaha , NE
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Incorporated myself on the design team and preconstruction process leading to more accurate estimates which in turn helped boost sales.
- Created contracts/subcontracts
- Ordered all materials accurately with long lead time items prioritized
- Created project schedules
- Lead strategy and gameplan meetings for all crew leaders and subcontractors
- Maintained positive relationships with all clients through weekly owners meetings
- Worked daily with on site superintendent to follow initial plan and develop solutions for unforeseen items
- Design-build created immense amount of opportunities working directly with in house architects and engineers
- Maintained budget throughout the process
- Have a very good record of ''beating the estimate''
- Created monthly invoices through Excel
- Monthly invoice approval
- Project scheduling through Microsoft project
- Proficient in Procore, Rivet, Excel, Microsoft project, NavVis, WorkMax, Sage/Citrix
- Completed monthly ''actualizations'' for each project leading to more profit share
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Skillfully and strategically managed multiple multi-million dollar projects at the same time
Owner
Kota Construction
Lincoln, NE
05.2017 - 04.2022
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Created all estimates, contracts, schedules and invoices
- Led all on site work
- Ensured on time and on budget results
- Ordered all materials
- Oversaw all subcontractors
Project Manager
Nexterior Construction
Lincoln, NE
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Sold 1 million+ in sales in one year
- Created estimates
- Wrote contracts for all projects sold
- Managed subcontractors
- Developed daily, weekly, monthly schedules
- Invoice approval
- Weekly and monthly client billing
- Created monthly/yearly goals and milestones
- Managed all projects sold
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Project Manager
Blackshirt Exteriors
Lincoln, NE
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Sold over 1 million+ in first year in sales
- Created estimates for all projects sold
- Developed materials lists
- Managed every project I sold
- Created contracts for all sales
- Ordered all materials
- Schedules sub contractors
- Maintained budget
- Developed strategic solutions for project problems
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Continued growth with available training
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
Lead Carpenter
BC Renovations
Rapid City, SD
04.2013 - 03.2015
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Maintained accurate records of materials, tools, and labor used on all carpentry jobs.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety issues.
- Provided guidance and technical advice to junior carpenters during project execution.
- Ensured that all building codes and safety regulations were followed throughout each project.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and clients as necessary.
- Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
- Executed complex framing tasks such as rafter installation, wall sheathing, roofing systems.
- Prepared estimates for time frames and costs associated with upcoming carpentry jobs.
- Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
Foreman
White Castle Roofing & Contracting
Lincoln, NE
06.2009 - 04.2013
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SDSkills
- Proficient in Excel,Microsoft Project, Sage, Procore, Rivet, NavVis,
- Textura
- T4 Forecasting
- P6 Primavera
- Bluebeam
- BIM 360
- SAP
- Communication
- Strategic problem solving
- Effective Project Management
- Contract Coordination
- Organized And Detail-Oriented
- Excellent Customer Relations
- Risk Analysis/Mitigation
- Billing And Invoicing
- Profitability Optimization
- Cost Control
- Deadline Management
- Team Management
Certification
- OSHA 30
- SWPPP certification
- Heavy equipment trained
Timeline
Project Manager
Turner Construction
11.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Ayars & Ayars
04.2022 - 10.2024
Owner
Kota Construction
05.2017 - 04.2022
Project Manager
Nexterior Construction
05.2016 - 05.2017
Project Manager
Blackshirt Exteriors
03.2015 - 05.2016
Lead Carpenter
BC Renovations
04.2013 - 03.2015
Foreman
White Castle Roofing & Contracting
06.2009 - 04.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Black Hills State University