DANIEL KURIA
SKYROCK CONSTRUCTION LLC
KNIGHTDALE,NC
2
Languages
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Results-driven Materials Manager with 8+ years of experience leading inventory optimization, vendor negotiations, and multi-million-dollar procurement operations. Proven track record of cutting carrying costs by 25% and improving on-time delivery rates to 98% through streamlined supply chain and MRP workflows.
Work History
Chief estimator/ material manager
10 Years 9 Months- Managed a $10 million annual procurement budget, negotiating supplier contracts that generated $500,000 in annual cost savings.
- Reduced inventory carrying costs by 25% by restructuring safety stock levels and implementing just-in-time (JIT) delivery models.
- Improved on-time delivery (OTD) performance from 85% to 98% via enhanced cross-functional coordination with production and logistics teams.
- Migrated legacy inventory tracking to SAP MM, increasing record accuracy to 99.4% across three regions.
Regional senior construction
5 Years 9 Months- Supply Chain & Inventory Control: Manage inventory levels across SKUs to reduce stockouts, optimize turnover rates, and align stock availability with production or construction schedules.
- Procurement & Vendor Management: Negotiate supplier contracts, evaluate vendor performance, and streamline purchasing processes to hit budget targets.
- Warehouse & Logistics Oversight: Direct receiving, storage, material issuance, and shipping workflows using systems like ERP, MRP, or WMS (Warehouse Management System).
- Team Leadership & Planning: Supervise materials staff, conduct performance reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance).
- Forecasting & Cost Reduction: Analyze demand trends, track material EACs (Estimate at Completion), and execute cost-reduction strategies.
Education
PROJECT MANAGER
- Key Skills and Topics Covered
- Project planning and scheduling
- Budgeting and cost management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Team leadership and communication
- Stakeholder engagement and performance measurement
- Managing phases from initial programming and schematic design through construction administration.Contracts & Agreements
- Understanding AIA (American Institute of Architects) documents, owner-architect agreements, and consultant contracts.Budgeting & Estimating
- Cost control, life-cycle costing, value engineering, and managing contingency funds.Scheduling
- Creating critical path method (CPM) schedules, milestones, and phasing plans for construction.Codes & Compliance
- Navigating zoning laws, building codes, ADA accessibility, and environmental regulations Risk Management
- Identifying liabilities, managing errors and omissions (E&O), and implementing quality control
- Balancing aesthetic intent with structural, mechanical, and financial Coordination
COMPUTER COLLEGE - Word, PowerPoint, Arch card design version 2010, AutoCAD design version 2009
Word Processing (Word / Google Docs): Creating documents, formatting, mail merges, and templates.Spreadsheets (Excel / Google Sheets): Data entry, formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization.Presentations (PowerPoint / Google Slides): Slide design, animation, and professional delivery.Communication & Collaboration (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint): Email management, scheduling, and cloud-based file sharing
ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES
- Core subjects typically include:
- Design Studios
- The focal point is conceptualizing projects, building models, and presenting ideas. Building Structures & Physics
- T load distribution, and basic engineering to ensure a building actually stands.Construction Systems & Codes: Covers how buildings are put together, zoning laws, building safety, and materials.History and Theory
- Explores past architectural movements, urban planning, and the social impact of the built environment.Drafting and Visualization
- Develops technical drawing and 3D digital modeling software skills (like AutoCAD, Revit, or Rhino).Environmental Systems
- Focuses on sustainability, energy efficiency, and integrating plumbing, heating, and cooling
- Core Covered
- Project Initiation & Phasing Pre-Design: Programming space needs and feasibility studies.Schematic Design (SD)
- Translating concepts into spatial layouts.Design Development (DD)
- Refining materials, systems, and dimensions.Construction Documents (CD)
- : Creating final execution blueprints.
- Key Skills Developed
- Contract Administration:
- Master AIA agreements and delivery methods.Budget Estimation
- Calculate accurate project contingencies and fees. Resource Allocation
- Assign staff efficiently across multiple phases.Risk Mitigation
- Identify liabilities and handle construction disputes. Quality Control
- Establish rigorous drawing and specification reviews. Stakeholder Negotiation.
- Manage expectations between clients and contractors.
Skills
Supply Chain Optimization
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) / ERP Systems (SAP MM
Oracle SCM)
Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Negotiation
Inventory Control & Warehousing
Kanban & PFEP (Plan For Every Part)
Budget Management & Forecasting
Cross-Functional Leadership
Certification
- Osha 510
- Osha 500
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop estimates for a wide range of construction and related activitiesAnalyze project plans and specifications and research materials to accurately estimate costsDevelop and maintain estimating databases and softwareGenerate budget estimates, cost breakdowns and cash flow projectionsNegotiate and coordinate contracts with contractors and subcontractorsMonitor and track progress of projects and ensure accuracy of estimatesMonitor and manage changes in the scope of work and adjust estimates accordinglyProvide technical advice and assistance to management and other departmentsManage and coordinate staff, including training and development
Section name
knowledge of primavel -6
Personal Information
Title: manager material management
Timeline
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