Equine pursuits, spending time outdoors with my children
Full driving license
Damien Daniels
Bethesda,MD
Summary
On relocating to the DMV area from Ireland in summer of 2023, I am seeking a new role and a return to construction management.
My goal is to secure a challenging role within a company where I can make serious contribution to its success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
Munster Timber Structure
, Ireland
11.1993 - 11.2020
- Completed and qualified as a carpenter and carpentry supervisor.
- Supervised teams , answering questions and providing feedback on work progress on timber structure housing and commercial projects.
- 1st and 2nd fix carpentry work both residential and commercial.
- Assessed project size to prepare work orders and determine resources needed to complete jobs.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Fit Out Manager & Project Director
O Sullivan Interiors
City, Ireland /USA
11.2003 - 11.2006
- Oversaw the project management of Interior fit out projects globally.
- Created and delivered some of the most unique hospitality fit out project for Irish bars and restaurants both in Europe and the United States.
- Developed project control roadmap to guide various projects.
- Oversaw up to 10 projects simultaneously without sacrificing standards.
- Monitored project and program quality to meet audit expectations.
- Traveled to other company locations for temporary assignments, leading traveling fit out teams.
- Led preparation of bid packages and associated scopes of work, appendices and exhibits.
- Directed project design functions, developed proposals and conversed with customers and funders.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Director of Construction
Rodan Construction
, Ireland
09.2006 - 06.2010
- The company dealt with public and private sector contracts , residential building , Interior fit out both residential and commercial.
- Meet & correspond with prospective clients independently.
- Management of Fit-out works/ projects right from conception to handling over.
- Deal with suppliers and sub-contractors.
- Prepare schedule of work and progress report.
- Project management.
- Supervise the fit-out.coordinating and managing daily site activities.
- Appointing and managing, consultancy Coordinates all shop drawings, generates cutting lists and implements quality control procedures in the production Responsible for interpreting project scope from design documents Reporting and liaising with client on a regular basis Controlling cost and margin and overseeing all contractual issue.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Led design and development of residential and commercial buildings.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Collaborated with structural engineers to evaluate structural integrity of projects.
Personal Development / Travel/ Equine Manager
Thornbrook Equine
Waterford , Ireland
04.2010 - 08.2023
- Development of Thornbrook equine facility (family development trust business) over seeing and developing 44 acres into a regional equine facility in Ireland.
- Execution of turnkey project right from conception to daily operation.
- Developed unused lands with fixed world class equine structures.
- Regular maintenance of equipment and animal living spaces.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
- Cared for about 20 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
- Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Operations Manager
Techno Rescue
Frederick, MD
06.2023 - 10.2023
- The company deals with ITAD contracts and circular economy.
- I oversaw operations warehousing and driving efficiency and productivity.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Education
Qualified As A Professional Carpenter -
Munster Joinery
Munster Ireland 2008
Skills
- Construction foreman / commercial fit-out /Project Manager
- Knowledge in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Outlook and other basic software
- Any aspect of construction management and interior Fit Out Works
- Large group efficiency and time management
- Strong verbal and written communicator
- Site investigation reports
- Retail and commercial project preparation and execution
- Budgeting
- Motivated self-starter
- Material application knowledge
- Design development
- Materials Movement
- Critical Thinking
- Performance Goals
- Design Principles
- Special Projects
- Equipment Management
- Professional Relationships
- Quality Production
- Production Efficiency
- Warehouse Organization
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
Interests
Additional Information
- PERSONAL DATA Birth date : February 1st 1977
Timeline
Operations Manager
Techno Rescue
06.2023 - 10.2023
Personal Development / Travel/ Equine Manager
Thornbrook Equine
04.2010 - 08.2023
Director of Construction
Rodan Construction
09.2006 - 06.2010
Fit Out Manager & Project Director
O Sullivan Interiors
11.2003 - 11.2006
Carpenter Foreman
Munster Timber Structure
11.1993 - 11.2020
Qualified As A Professional Carpenter -
Munster Joinery