Experience in Construction Management
Darrell Hood
Galloway,OH
Summary
Proven leader in construction management, adept at project coordination and quality assurance, with a track record of delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget for Nationwide Realty Investments,. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and relationship building, I've driven continuous improvement, achieving significant cost savings and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
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Certification in Procore.
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Certification in the BX flex leadership program.
Work History
Project Manager
Nationwide Reality Investment
04.2025 - Current
- Developed project plans, timelines, and budgets to align with organizational goals.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and provide project updates.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor project success and drive accountability.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
Superintendent
LehmanDaman Construction
09.2016 - 04.2025
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by ushering, a clean and safe work site.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Enforced rigorous safety procedures during daily operations, creating a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the project''s execution process.
- Established effective quality control measures for consistent delivery of high-quality construction projects.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and maintaining accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
- Incorporated innovative construction techniques into projects, resulting in improved efficiency and overall quality of workmanship.
- Optimized resource allocation to minimize delays and maximize project success.
- Managed 35 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
- Coordinated permit acquisition processes for smooth progress on all construction projects.
- Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
- Directed numerous projects producing exceptional cost savings by closely managing project budget.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
Supervisor
Messer Construction Co.
06.2010 - 09.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Established performance metrics for the team, consistently tracking progress towards goals and making adjustments as needed.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Facilitated collaboration between team members on projects requiring cross-functional expertise for successful outcomes.
- Developed and implemented customer service policies to enhance satisfaction.
- Led major initiatives within the department that drove innovation or addressed critical business challenges.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHDiploma -
Madison Plains High School
London, OH06.2006
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Construction supervision
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Quality Standards
- Construction management
- Strategic Planning
- Key decision making
- Subcontractor Management
- Training Oversight
- Labor Relations
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking
- Site Safety Management
- Schematic and blueprint understanding
- Material Procurement
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Organizational effectiveness
- Building Code Knowledge
- Scheduling Coordination
- Continuous Improvement
- Resource Coordination
- Commercial construction experience
- Contractor Management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Residential construction
- Design review
- Recruitment and hiring
- Stakeholder Communication
- Contract Management
- Contractor Oversight
- Presentations
- HVAC Systems
- Process updates
- Drywalling
- Community Relations
- Roofing
- Standardized Testing
- Decision-Making
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Team Leadership
- Multi-Project Coordination
- OSHA Compliance
- Site Inspection
- Work Monitoring
- Construction safety
- Worker Supervision
- Site Safety
- Employee Management
- Field Inspection
- Job Planning
- Blueprint Reading
- Risk Management
- Lockout and Tagout
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Effective Communication
- Heavy equipment operations
- Forklift Operation
Accomplishments
- Achieved all standards throughout the job by effectively helping with any given task.
- Supervised team of 40 plus staff members.
- Achieved every job by completing all task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved all RFI which led to completion of the projects in time.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of numerous projects.
• Completed leadership program through the BX.
• Completed OSHA 30.
Certification
- Procore certification Superintendent
- CCM - Certified Construction Manager
- Certified Superintendent, LehmanDaman Construction- 10/14/16-present
- Certified heavy machine operator.
- 30 hour OSHA certified
- CPR certified
Timeline
Project Manager
Nationwide Reality Investment
04.2025 - Current
Superintendent
LehmanDaman Construction
09.2016 - 04.2025
Supervisor
Messer Construction Co.
06.2010 - 09.2016
Business Administration And Management
Columbus State Community College
Diploma -
Madison Plains High School