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Work History
Education
Affiliations
References
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Eugene H. Ferguson Jr.

Nassau, Bahamas,FL

Summary

  • Market Segments - Commercial, Retail, Industrial, High end residential
  • Project Types - Single Family Homes, Multi-Story Condominiums, Muti-Story Office Buildings, Rehabilitation or Revitalization of existing structures
  • Complete understanding of plans, specifications and sub trades scope of work.
  • Proficient in pre-planning of subcontractors, materials, scheduling, daily reports preparation and cost control.
  • Possess an innate ability to lead diverse teams.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Superintendent

NV2A Bahamas LLC
Great Stirrup Cay, Berry Island, Bahamas
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
  • Completed accurate material estimates for job.

Owner

Wajeni Construction
Nassau, Bahamas
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints before planning or delegating days work to team.
  • Increased revenue by handling all operations and sub-contractors effectively.
  • Developed and executed pre-construction milestones on project schedule.
  • Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
  • Managed commercial/ residential construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.

Construction Manager

Catapult Construction
Palm Cay, Nassau Bahamas
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
  • Managed building construction through all phases to coordinate delivery of quality projects meeting both company and customer expectations.
  • Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Enhanced company development initiatives by solving complex issues and suggesting corrective action.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
  • Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs

Family Island - Project Manager

Bahama Island Homes
Nassau, Bahamas
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Oversaw high profile projects in Andros Bahamas and Abaco Bahamas by planning, designing and scheduling phases.
  • Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products from Nassau to Cay/ Island
  • Coordinate shipping of building supplies on barge
  • Monitored supply level and identified cost-effective materials to reduce project expenses
  • Managed hiring and actively coordinated talent management and recruitment
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
  • Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.


Owner

Wajeni Construction
Nassau, Bahamas
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Managed the bidding of new jobs and projects.
  • Managed a team of onsite sub contractors.
  • Led and managed resolution of all issues during project construction.
  • Obtained notices of completion and compliance certifications from all construction administration consultants.
  • Led the planning, budgeting and direction of all construction projects
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Managed homebuilding construction through all phases to coordinate delivery of quality works meeting customer expectations.


Site Superintendent

Albany Bahamas
Nassau, Bahamas
10.2008 - 07.2017


  • Monitor work completed by subcontractors to ensure product quality.
  • Managed and directed overall construction of condominium, cottages, school, amenities and residential housing.
  • Organized scheduling of sub-contractors and monitored work efficiency, quality and performance.
  • Directed and supervised projects from inception to completion.
  • Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on their competencies and specialties.
  • Provided daily direction and oversight of the site construction process during the entire construction project.
  • Performed construction site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
  • Identify any construction items processes that do not adhere to local construction standards and not consistent with standard construction practices.
  • Attend meetings as required by Project Manager, including weekly Progress Meetings, Team Meetings, Sub-Contractor Progress meetings and Safety Meetings.
  • During handover stage of the project, obtain and work through punch list items.
  • During Defects Liability Period, coordinate and supervise remedial works undertaken by Contractors, ensuring all special precautions required within finished occupied homes are in place and works completed.
  • Daily promotion of general atmosphere of positive encouragement, prevention of conflict and contractual attitudes on site.

Construction Superintendent

Caribbean Construction and Management Company
Nassau Bahamas
01.2001 - 09.2009
  • Responsible predominately for phases of construction from ground breaking to interior trim.
  • Responsible for handling interior paint through final building inspection and occupancy permit.
  • Educated general contractor personnel on the quality standards throughout the construction process.
  • Schedule sub-contractor work, material delivery and material return.
  • Attend meetings with Management relating to updates on construction of each individual job
  • Schedule, monitor and inspect all work from start to customer orientation.
  • Worked effectively with architects, engineers, sub-contractors.
  • Supervise, develop and manage work of project teams comprised of facility management, project coordinator, general contractors and consultants.
  • Organized and see through accelerated schedule to meet needs and deadlines of customers with tight closing dates.

Education

Industrial Training College
Nassau

C. C. Sweeting High School

Affiliations

Bahamas Island Homes

  • Kamalamae Cay, Andros - Construction of residential 3,500 st ft home on silts 14 feet above sea level
  • Hope Town, Abaco - Residential renovations to two harbour entry properties severely damaged by Hurricane Dorian


Albany Bahamas

  • Marina Condominiums, Phase 1, 2, 3
  • Residential lots construction
  • Ocean View, Beach Club & Beach Cottages Phase 1 & 2
  • North and South Amenities - Spa, Gym, Tennis Courts, Tennis Paddle, Basketball Courts, Restaurants and Bars
  • Generator Pads for 13 MW Industrial Generators
  • Renovations/ Repairs after Hurricane Matthew 2016
  • Windsor Academy (Boarding School)


Caribbean Construction and Management Company

  • Head Residence, Lyford Cay,
  • Loudin Residence, Lyford Cay,
  • Eves Condos, Cable Beach,
  • Exuma - February Point

References

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Timeline

Construction Superintendent

NV2A Bahamas LLC
04.2023 - 07.2023

Owner

Wajeni Construction
01.2023 - 03.2023

Construction Manager

Catapult Construction
01.2022 - 01.2023

Family Island - Project Manager

Bahama Island Homes
10.2019 - 07.2021

Owner

Wajeni Construction
09.2017 - 09.2019

Site Superintendent

Albany Bahamas
10.2008 - 07.2017

Construction Superintendent

Caribbean Construction and Management Company
01.2001 - 09.2009

Industrial Training College

C. C. Sweeting High School
Eugene H. Ferguson Jr.