Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
The Life Properties
11.2021 - 11.2023
Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
Supervised team of 88 construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
Monitored project milestones and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines.
Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
Participated in project budget and cost control measures, tracking progress and making necessary financial adjustments to meet company goals.
Continuously inspected job sites for observation of safety protocols by staff and subcontractors.
Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
Senior Field Inspector
Burk-Kleinpeter Incorporated
01.2011 - 10.2021
Completed thorough written descriptions and took photographs to document conditions.
Drafted detailed reports on findings of inspections.
Examined relevant documents prior to inspections in order to become acquainted with property features.
Used hand tools and gauges to take measurements.
Coordinating tasks, providing advice for solutions to technical problems for subordinate inspectors, collecting and logging data.
Supervised nuclear facility operations to immediately determine any design, construction and operation practices that violated safety regulations, laws and protocols.
Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
Re-inspected commercial and residential constructions which previously failed inspections.
Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
Investigated complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Field Inspector
ILSI Engineering, Inc
01.2009 - 01.2011
Completed thorough written descriptions and took photographs to document conditions.
Drafted detailed reports on findings of inspections.
Examined relevant documents prior to inspections in order to become acquainted with property features.
Supervised nuclear facility operations to immediately determine any design, construction and operation practices that violated safety regulations, laws and protocols.
Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Owner
Smith Thompson Masonry, LLC
01.2006 - 01.2009
Oversaw Construction and Carpentry crew responsible for the building of new structures and restoration of historic properties
Ensured the historical integrity of properties
Examined and inspected work progress, equipment and construction site to verify
safety and ensured that specifications were met.
Foreman
Carter Construction, Inc
01.1999 - 01.2006
Responsibilities included all operations, procurement, scheduling, quality control, and production/pre-production, reporting
progress and status
Conferred with supervisory personnel and subcontractors to discuss such matters as work procedures,
complaints, and construction problems and contracting workers to perform construction work in accordance with specifications.
Skilled
Best Built Masonry, Brick Mason
01.1993 - 01.1999
Technical construction inspection for safety street, side-walk all general building
Assured compliance with federal, state,
local codes and standards
Inspected all phases of public and private construction and improvement work
Coordinated activities
and schedules with contractors and property owners
Maintained a variety of logs and records relating to employees work activities
and inspection activities
Compiled information and prepared construction reports, Safely operated all power/hand tools and heavy equipment including but not limited to wet saw, drills, cement mixer, laying of
bricks, blocks, and stone, welding, interior/exterior painting, vinyl siding
Time Management and payroll.
Education
has completed numerous training courses including Job Safety Training Certification, OSHA
Safety Certification Training and Scaffold Training Certification. He has more than 15 years -
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Wisconsin
1995
Skills
Job Site Development
Construction Permits Application
Project Documentation
Project Budgeting
OSHA Compliance
Interpreting Blueprints
Work Planning and Prioritization
Inspection Principles
Schedule Coordination
Site Safety
Project Schedule Adherence
Scope Management
Knowledgeable in Construction Safety
Management
Additional Information
PTSOLA - , Bldg 71 - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for preliminary design for the rehabilitation of Warehouse Building 71. S&WB PM 404 Cont 3669 - SPS 6 - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for pump placement and supervision. St. Charles Westbank Levee - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for construction for St. Charles Westbank levee. St. Bernard Parish FEMA Street Repairs - Phase I - Resident Inspection - Performed pavement evaluation for FEMA on damaged streets caused by Hurricane Katrina throughout St. Bernard Parish. St. Bernard Streets Reassessments - Resident Inspection - Performed pavement evaluation for FEMA on damaged streets caused by Hurricane Katrina throughout St. Bernard Parish. Wardline Rd. Drainage Improvements - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for the construction of subsurface drainage improvements.
Bellemeade Area Drainage - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for the construction of subsurface drainage improvements in the Bellemeade Subdivision on the West Bank of Jefferson Parish. Causeway Blvd. Widening - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for Flood and Gordon Streets - City of N O - Resident Inspection - Resident Inspector for total reconstruction of Flood and Gordon Streets in the lower ninth ward of New Orleans including new water, sewer, subsurface drainage, new base course, p.c. concrete pavement, curbing, sidewalks and driveway apron replacements.
The Life at Jackson Square 875 units renovated.
The Life at Grand Oaks 556 units renovated.
Timeline
Construction Manager
The Life Properties
11.2021 - 11.2023
Senior Field Inspector
Burk-Kleinpeter Incorporated
01.2011 - 10.2021
Field Inspector
ILSI Engineering, Inc
01.2009 - 01.2011
Owner
Smith Thompson Masonry, LLC
01.2006 - 01.2009
Foreman
Carter Construction, Inc
01.1999 - 01.2006
Skilled
Best Built Masonry, Brick Mason
01.1993 - 01.1999
has completed numerous training courses including Job Safety Training Certification, OSHA
Safety Certification Training and Scaffold Training Certification. He has more than 15 years -