Diego Parra
Fremont,CA
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Safety-conscious Working person promoting decision making, problem solving and organizational skills. Considered an experienced person in leading talented teams that meet job deadlines. Offering a strong drive to take charge, adapt to change and promote positive working environments. Proven skills in managing crews, planning construction phases and managing team workloads. Adept at working closely with construction teams to achieve targets.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Foreman
Precision Drywall Interiors INC
San Jose, CA
10.2020 - Current
- Inspected construction sites to ensure safety regulations are met.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Coordinated with other trades on-site for efficient scheduling of materials delivery, labor force and equipment requirements.
- Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
- Maintained records such as daily time sheets, material orders, project costs and contractor information.
- Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Resolved disputes between contractors and employees or among employees regarding job duties or performance issues.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Monitored the use of resources including personnel, materials, machines, tools and vehicles during project execution.
- Prepared weekly reports detailing progress made on each project along with any potential problems that may arise.
- Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
- Performed hands-on work when necessary, including demolition, metal framing, and drywall installation.
- Ordered supplies from vendors as required ensuring that sufficient quantities were available when needed.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
- Assisted in developing budgets for labor costs associated with specific projects.
- Controlled inventory levels by tracking usage rates against established goals and objectives.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
- Communicated effectively with customers and workers alike, answering inquiries and questions and responding to complaints.
- Maintained quality standards and monitored work for corrective action.
- Reviewed documentation and safety materials and implemented work site procedures in accordance with regulations.
- Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
- Assessed usage of equipment by crews to prevent accidents, damage and safety violations.
- Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
- Efficiently recorded and rejected incorrect deliveries of material to site.
- Led weekly status meetings and reviewed daily staff reporting.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Maintaining communication with other trade foremen to ensure teamwork in solving issues related to drywall.
- Keeping communication with Superintendents to comply with specifications and giving solutions to any issue met.
Assistant Project Manager
Martin Construction & Contracting
Antioquia
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Coordinated project activities and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Developed project plans, identified resources and established deadlines.
- Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.
- Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.
- Assisted with the preparation of presentations, reports and other documents related to projects.
- Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.
- Created and maintained detailed project documentation including schedules, budgets, change orders and invoices.
- Facilitated communication between team members, stakeholders and external partners involved in the project.
- Gathered data from various sources in order to provide comprehensive analysis of project performance metrics.
- Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.
- Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations throughout the duration of the project.
- Participated in meetings with clients, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders regarding current projects.
- Resolved any conflicts that arose during the course of a project by utilizing effective problem-solving skills.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.
- Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.
- Procured and organized project documents, reports and files.
- Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
- Scheduled inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs for company equipment.
- Met with stakeholders to discuss project goals and needs.
- Provided financial support by preparing invoices and estimates for projects.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
Supervisor Assistant of Operations
DAVID FLOREZ Architecture, Engineering.
Villavicencio
05.2016 - 11.2017
- Directed and supervised different teams of more than 50 employees in daily operations.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Assisted in creating budgets for departmental expenses including personnel costs.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate staff members before submitting them to senior management.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
- Implemented quality control measures, significantly reducing error rates.
Project Supervisor
MASFING INC. Arquitecture, Engineering, Consultors
Villavicencio
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Reviewing all of the projects and fronts assigned by the company since their beginning at the public offer by the cities.
- Working on the estimation of each project assigned, quantities control, and previous studies of the project to adapt each one of them to the customer needs, and taking the project to a better end.
- Generating information reports related to the technicalities on each project and being a channel between the customer and our company.
- Monitored progress of projects and provided regular updates to stakeholders.
- Ensured all project activities adhered to quality standards, safety regulations, and applicable laws.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services needed for projects.
- Collaborated with internal teams to define goals, objectives, deliverables, timeline, resource requirements, budget constraints. for the assigned projects.
- Managed changes in project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
- Identified potential issues that may impact the successful completion of a project and devised solutions as needed.
- Resolved conflicts among stakeholders by implementing proactive problem solving techniques.
Construction Supervisor
CASA Corporation.
Villavicencio
10.2011 - 04.2013
- Evaluated and generated a diagnostic of each location, reviewed and supervised controlling the construction site according to the schedule, checked the quality and the quantities previously established with the subcontractors, thus generating a consistent technical report about the progress and everything related.
- Monitored construction progress, communicated project updates and identified potential problems or delays.
- Conducted daily site inspections to ensure safety regulations were being adhered to.
- Close any user post-sale inquiry, finishing at the best terms.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
Universidad Cooperativa De Colombia
VillavicencioSkills
- Equipment coordination
- Workload planning
- Project Management
- Quality controls
- Site monitoring
- Site coordination
- Task Delegation
- Permits understanding
- Subcontractor supervision
- Managing materials
- Customer Relations
- Specification Reading
- Worksite safety
- Materials coordination
- Estimating costs
- Inspections experience
- Change Orders
- Report Writing
- Task Prioritization
- Construction Scheduling
- Site cleaning
- Blueprint reading
- Bilingual (English, Spanish)
- Procore
- Office Package
- Quickly learn any app or program
- Communication skills
- Problem solver
- Open to acquiring new knowledge and skills in any area
Timeline
Construction Foreman
Precision Drywall Interiors INC
10.2020 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
Martin Construction & Contracting
06.2018 - 02.2020
Supervisor Assistant of Operations
DAVID FLOREZ Architecture, Engineering.
05.2016 - 11.2017
Project Supervisor
MASFING INC. Arquitecture, Engineering, Consultors
10.2014 - 05.2016
Construction Supervisor
CASA Corporation.
10.2011 - 04.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
Universidad Cooperativa De Colombia
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