David Ariza
Truckee,CA
Summary
Seasoned construction professional boasting 30-year career in construction company ownership, project management, supervision and monitoring. Dedicated to ensuring projects are completed with high quality, on-time, within budget and in compliance with state and local building codes. Thorough knowledge of construction processes and project management strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Superintendent
PARADIGM8
Truckee, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Improved on communication among team members, leading to increased productivity and better collaboration.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Improved project efficiency by implementing effective short-term look-ahead scheduling strategies.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance in technical skills development and fostering a positive work environment for professional growth.
Construction Superintendent
Mark Tanner Construction
Truckee, CA
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Streamlined communication among team members, leading to increased productivity and better collaboration.
- Reduced downtime on construction sites through proactive maintenance planning and quick resolution of equipment issues.
- Increased customer satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring quality work throughout the project lifecycle.
- Implemented innovative construction techniques that resulted in increased durability and lower long-term maintenance costs for clients.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assessed potential risks on job sites proactively mitigating them before they escalated into larger problems.
- Fostered a culture of accountability on job sites, encouraging team members to take ownership of their tasks contributing overall success projects.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
Construction Company Owner
Alpine Lake Homes, Inc.
Truckee, CA
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Owner/Operator of residential new construction and remodel projects ranging in cost from $200,000 to $1,500,000.
- Performed project estimating, budget building and contract negotiations.
- Fostered a culture of pairing quality workmanship with efficiency of time and costs to meet schedule expectations and budgetary constraints.
- Maintained a healthy work-life balance for employees by implementing flexible scheduling and fostering a supportive company culture.
Project Manager
Gallagher Construction
Truckee, CA
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Streamlined company processes by creating and implementing an organized system of record keeping and project files.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Construction Superintendent
NSM Construction
Truckee, CA
09.2010 - 02.2014
- Oversaw production of multiple concurrent projects by supporting and mentoring individual site foremen.
- Completed projects within budget constraints by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers and monitoring expenses closely.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Delivered projects ahead of schedule by developing efficient construction processes and coordinating teams effectively.
- Increased customer satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring quality work throughout the project lifecycle.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance in technical skills development and fostering a positive work environment for professional growth.
Construction Company Owner/Operator
Ariza Construction
Truckee, CA
03.1992 - 09.2010
- Established a balance of sustainable sel-employment and personal quality of life and family raising.
- Started as a sole proprietor, one-many company growing modestly over 18 years with 10 or less employees until folding under the strain of economic hardships of the 2008 economic downturn.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tahoe Truckee High School
Truckee, CASkills
- Construction Management
- Project Budgeting
- Cost Control Implementation
- Project Cost Estimation
- Construction Materials Knowledge
- Blueprint Reading
- Materials Procurement
- Subcontractor Supervision
- Problem Solving
- Building Codes Compliance
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
PARADIGM8
08.2023 - Current
Construction Superintendent
Mark Tanner Construction
08.2019 - 08.2023
Construction Company Owner
Alpine Lake Homes, Inc.
05.2016 - 08.2019
Project Manager
Gallagher Construction
02.2014 - 06.2016
Construction Superintendent
NSM Construction
09.2010 - 02.2014
Construction Company Owner/Operator
Ariza Construction
03.1992 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Tahoe Truckee High School