Open To Work
Daniel Durga
Business owner
Traverse City
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic construction professional with extensive experience as Owner at Bay Area Siding and Decking LLC, excelling in customer relations and crew leadership. Proven track record in enhancing project efficiency and safety compliance, while fostering strong employee relations. Skilled in developing comprehensive estimates and implementing quality control processes to ensure exceptional service delivery.
Construction professional prepared for challenges of leading workforce to achieve project goals. Known for implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and safety. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability to evolving project requirements, possessing skills in leadership and problem-solving.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Bay Area Siding and Decking Llc
Traverse City, MI
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily project operations, focusing on efficiency and delivering exceptional client service.
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for multiple siding and decking projects.
- Developed comprehensive estimates and proposals, enhancing customer engagement and retention.
- Implemented quality control processes to maintain high standards in workmanship and materials.
- Trained and mentored new staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Carpenter Foreman
Popa Construction
Cedar, MI
03.2015 - 10.2023
- Supervised and coordinated carpentry projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Led a team of carpenters in executing complex framing and finishing tasks efficiently.
- Trained and mentored junior carpenters, enhancing skill sets and promoting best practices.
- Managed project timelines and resources, optimizing workflow to meet delivery deadlines.
- Improved worksite safety by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
General Foreman
Trees Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2008 - 03.2015
- Directed daily operations, ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations and the highest quality standards.
- Coordinated workforce scheduling to optimize productivity and meet project deadlines.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Guided junior staff in mastering operational best practices and safety protocols through structured mentorship and training sessions.
- Executed comprehensive job safety assessments each day to enhance safety protocols and protect personnel and visitors on-site.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Traverse City Highschool
Traverse City, MICertified Massage Therapy -
Health Enrichment Center
Lapeer, MI12-2000
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Employee relations
- Coordinating tasks
- Job site maintenance
- Safety enforcement
- Site inspections
- Crew oversight
- Hour tracking
- Safety practices
- Documentation skills
- Effective communication
- Safety protocols
- Crew leadership
- Safety compliance
- Timesheet management
- Manpower recruiting
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Firefighter Training - 12yrs
- medical first responder Training - [12 yrs]
- massage therapist, shanty creek spa/tree tops resort/ self employed - 20 yrs
Timeline
Owner
Bay Area Siding and Decking Llc
10.2023 - Current
Carpenter Foreman
Popa Construction
03.2015 - 10.2023
General Foreman
Trees Inc.
01.2008 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
Traverse City Highschool
Certified Massage Therapy -
Health Enrichment Center