David Childs
Skykomish,WA
Summary
Results-driven Construction Manager with expertise in scheduling, blueprint reading, and inspection support. Manages site operations while ensuring safety and quality in renovation and remodeling projects. Proficient in cost estimating and code compliance, with a strong ability to coordinate crews and oversee material and equipment management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
Stetner Construction Group
Quincy, Washington
05.2025 - 10.2026
- Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Oversaw daily on-site construction operations, ensuring projects met design specifications and safety standards.
- Coordinated scheduling of personnel, equipment, and supplies to optimize project execution.
- Assessed contractor's schedule performance and quality of workmanship to ensure project standards.
- Developed project forecasts based on estimated costs for labor, materials, and equipment usage.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
Electrical Apprentice
Fjord Electric
Skykomish, Washington
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted electrical team with conduit installation and wire pulling.
- Installed outlets, switches, and fixtures under licensed electrician supervision.
- Tested circuits with multimeters and checked connections for safety.
- Gathered tools, materials, and parts for jobsite electrical work.
- Maintained clean work areas and organized electrical supplies.
- Supported troubleshooting of wiring, panels, and lighting systems.
- Followed safety rules, lockout procedures, and jobsite electrical standards.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Pulled wires through conduit runs using fish tapes or pull strings when necessary.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring, and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Tested electrical systems to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
Construction Superintendent
Iron Earth Construction
Monroe, Washington
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Directed daily field operations for Construction job sites.
- Coordinated subcontractors, crews, and schedules across active construction projects.
- Monitored site safety, quality standards, and code compliance.
- Coordinated on-site activities to maintain workflow and productivity across teams.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to uphold standards and promote a safe work environment.
- Facilitated clear communication among team members to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Directed daily field operations for Iron Earth Construction job sites.
- Reviewed blueprints, plans, and specifications with project teams.
- Managed materials deliveries, equipment use, and site logistics.
- Resolved field issues and adjusted work plans with supervisors.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, owners representatives or others involved in the construction process as needed.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated material deliveries with suppliers to maintain an uninterrupted flow of materials to the job site.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and blueprints for workers in order to facilitate efficient completion of tasks.
- Monitored labor productivity levels to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Communicated regularly with clients throughout the duration of the project in order to keep them informed of progress.
- Educated employees in proper use of personal protective equipment and enforced safety requirements to minimize workplace accidents.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
- Inspected earthwork, concrete, structural steel, decking, fireproofing, framing and finish work.
- Managed employees and subcontractors across different trades by adhering to protocols and best practices implementation.
- Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress to maintain pace, compliance and top quality control.
- Guided and directed third-party inspectors throughout project.
Maintenance Superintendent
Town Of Skykomish
Skykomish, Washington
03.2013 - 05.2023
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Repaired and maintained town roads including asphalt, cutting, patching, painting road markings and signs.
- Assessed operating conditions in adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost effective purchasing.
- Supervised daily operations including employee performanc, preventive maintenance and safety.
- Supervised two employees including scheduling, training and performance monitoring.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for on site improvements.
- Completed daily workflow through task prioritization and concise scheduling.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Oversaw comprehensive maintenance of machines, lights, fans, plumbing, hydraulic electrical and pneumatic systems.
- Overhauled installed and repaired equipment including pumps, generators, valves and compressors.
- Paid close attention to guidelines specifications and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Maintain high standards of efficiency and safety during analysis and troubleshooting of electrical hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School
Monroe, WA. 06-2002
Skills
- Construction scheduling
- Project management
- Cost estimating
- Schedule management
- Site supervision
- Contractor management
- Subcontractor management
- Quality control
- Quality inspection
- Code compliance
- Building codes and regulations
- Building codes knowledge
- Specifications review
- Drawing interpretation
- Interpreting blueprints
- Reading blueprints
- Demolition
- Renovation
- Remodeling projects
- Material planning
- Material and equipment procurement
- Equipment scheduling
- Equipment management
- Operations oversight
- Construction methodologies
- Inspection principles
- Scaffolding
- Fall protection plan (FPP)
- OSHA compliance
- OSHA safety requirements
- Site safety
- Safety compliance
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Superb management skills
- Excellent customer relations
- Manual dexterity
- Power and hand tool operation
- Reading blueprints
- Design coordination
- Site safety
- Safety compliance
- Planning and design
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Construction Manager
Stetner Construction Group
05.2025 - 10.2026
Electrical Apprentice
Fjord Electric
01.2025 - 04.2025
Construction Superintendent
Iron Earth Construction
05.2023 - 12.2024
Maintenance Superintendent
Town Of Skykomish
03.2013 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School