Frank Wade
Burlington,NC
Summary
Resourceful Assistant Public Works Director known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in project management, operational strategy development, and community engagement. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, ensuring smooth operations and successful team collaborations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Public Works Director
Town of Gibsonville
Gibsonville, NC
04.2011 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing public works policies and procedures.
- Provided leadership to the Public Works staff on all aspects of their work.
- Conducted internal reviews of departmental operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards.
- Supervised daily activities of personnel assigned to the Public Works Department.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members while performing duties.
- Conducted regular inspections of public works projects and facilities to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Researched potential vendors for materials, supplies and equipment needed for public works projects.
- Assessed current operational processes and identified areas for improvement or cost savings initiatives.
- Drafted reports summarizing findings from investigations into complaints or concerns about public works operations.
- Assessed work performance for each employee within department, providing constructive criticism regarding handling of job tasks.
- Managed, developed and executed departmental vision, goals, objectives and priorities.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
Sales/Job Site Manager
Surface Concepts
Burlington, NC
07.2006 - 02.2011
- Developed and maintained project plans, schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored progress of construction activities on site.
- Resolved conflicts between contractors in a timely manner.
- Reviewed contract documents for accuracy and completeness prior to execution.
- Conducted regular safety inspections at the job site to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between workers or other personnel as needed.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to ensure design specifications were met.
- Communicated effectively with clients about project status updates and changes.
- Analyzed job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods.
- Maintained safe operating compliance and verified that operations met best practice standards.
- Directed site activities to drive smooth operations and achieve quality assurance metrics.
- Monitored worksite personnel to maintain high levels of quality and performance.
- Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
Town Maintenance
Town of Beaufort
Beaufort, NC
03.2004 - 07.2006
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment as required.
- Preformed maintenance on Town owned playgrounds, buildings, boardwalks, parking lots, streets, piers.
- Maintenance included painting, construction, patching of roads, electrical, plumbing, tree cutting/trimming, street sign repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Western Alamance High School
Elon, NC06-1983
Skills
- Construction inspection
- Environmental Compliance
- Infrastructure development
- Stormwater Management
- Fleet Management
- Infrastructure Management
- Operating Budgets
- Staff Scheduling
- Effective Communication
- Budget Development
- Complaint resolution
- Construction Oversight
- Facilities Maintenance
- Community Engagement
Certification
- Grade 2 collections operator.
- Grade B distribution operator.
- OHSA 10 hour general industry certificate.
- NC Pesticide applicator license
- Class B CDL license.
Accomplishments
- Town of Gibsonville Safety employee of the Quarter in 2012 & 2018.
- Town of Gibsonville employee of the Year for 2012.
- Vice Chairmen of Town of Gibsonville safety committee since 2013
Military Service
- US Navy 1983 thru 1987
- 3 1/2 yrs aboard USS Thorn DD-988
- Surface & Air radar and communications operator.
- Fixed Wing & Helicopter Controller for 1 1/2 yrs.
- Honorable Discharge.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Public Works Director
Town of Gibsonville
04.2011 - Current
Sales/Job Site Manager
Surface Concepts
07.2006 - 02.2011
Town Maintenance
Town of Beaufort
03.2004 - 07.2006
- Grade 2 collections operator.
- Grade B distribution operator.
- OHSA 10 hour general industry certificate.
- NC Pesticide applicator license
- Class B CDL license.
High School Diploma -
Western Alamance High School
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