General Contractor
Self-employeed
Indianapolis, IN
10/1/88 - Current
- Performed site visits to ensure construction plans were in compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of subcontractors' workmanship for quality assurance.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive prices.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Managed on-site personnel including laborers, subcontractors, and engineers.
- Resolved conflicts between contractors and subcontractors regarding scheduling issues or budget overruns.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, city officials and other stakeholders throughout the construction process.
- Developed job schedules outlining specific tasks to be completed by each contractor and subcontractor within a given timeline.
- Reviewed blueprints and other documentation prior to commencement of projects for accuracy and completeness.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Monitored job sites regularly for hazardous conditions that could cause harm or delay progress.
- Implemented effective strategies to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste of resources.
- Provided technical guidance to team members as needed when challenges arose during the course of a project.
- Organized meetings between clients and contractors and subcontractors to discuss changes in scope or design specifications.
- Drafted blueprints and schematics for all new home projects.
- Supervised the installation of electrical wiring, plumbing systems, HVAC systems. into newly constructed homes.
- Coordinated between team members including architects, engineers, designers. as required throughout the build process.
- Scheduled inspections with local authorities at various stages of the build process.
- Provided oversight and guidance to crew members assigned to specific tasks on-site as needed during construction phase of projects.
- Collaborated with clients throughout the entire design and build process from start-to-finish ensuring satisfaction with end results.
- Maintained detailed records regarding expenses incurred during each project phase from inception through completion.
- Resolved any issues or discrepancies encountered during course of construction in an efficient manner while keeping client informed accordingly.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and subcontractors as necessary when procuring supplies or services related to custom home builds.