David Milks

• Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
• Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
• Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
• Increased revenue stream from $1.8 million to $5.1 million
• Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
• Performed quantitative take offs , comprehensive proposals, pricing and bid submittals.
• Directly responsible for project management
• Delivered projects on time and under budget.

• Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, fostering collaboration and smooth coordination of work efforts.
• Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals. Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by performing PPE spot check inspections and visual vigilance.
• Instructing trades in proper safety protocols and "tool box" talks.
• Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
• Supported the efficient operation of daily job site activities, interacting with subcontractors to guarantee a quality building product delivered according to specs and schedules. Also worked closely with building inspectors to ensure compliance with any/all applicable codes.

• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
• Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
• Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
• Managed a crew of 20 multi skilled trades for resulting in successful completion of USCG Statements of Work.
• Ensured timely completion of dockside availability packages with no liquidated damages.
• Coordinated task completion with Contracting Officer's Representative (C.O.R.) and Contracting Officer (KO).

Supervised multi- trade groups in construction and alterations of all classes of US Navy Ships.

Versed in all facets of 8(a) set aside contracts, Indefinite delivery, Indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts, Fixed price and cost plus/ fixed fee contracts.

• Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
• Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Worked my way up to management from welder/ pipefitter.