Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline

Frederick Riddle

US Army National Guard
Gillette
1
Certification
38
years of professional experience

Dynamic construction contracting professional with extensive industry experience in managing diverse teams and fostering relationships across global cultures. Proven ability to lead and recruit high-quality local contractors who are driven and self-motivated, ensuring project excellence. Exceptional negotiating skills and business acumen consistently contribute to meeting deadlines while overseeing all phases of construction projects. Committed to leveraging strong leadership and organizational capabilities to drive project success through effective communication and innovative problem-solving.

Work History

US Army National Guard | undefinedundefined
  • Military - (honorably discharged from both services) 8.5 years
  • US Army National Guard 133rd Engineers – 3 years
  • Primary MOS - 62B Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Secondary MOS – Combat Engineers

US Coast Guard | undefinedundefined
  • US Coast Guard – 5.5 years
  • Engineer at sea 378th cutter – 2.5 years
  • Health Service Tech & EMT Ambulance at Officers Academy - 3 years
  • Small boat rescue station – Cape Cod, MA
  • Ship Firefighting crew member

Semi-Tractor trailer CDL A Driver

4 Years
07.2022 - Current
  • Strong understanding of road safety regulations and traffic laws to ensure safe driving practices.
  • Good navigation skills to plan and follow efficient routes using GPS and maps to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, perform basic maintenance, and report any deliveries, mechanical issues to maintenance personnel.
  • Load and unload cargo, ensuring proper arranging and balancing within the vehicle and securing of goods during transport.
  • Maintain accurate logs of deliveries, vehicle inspections, and hours of service to comply with state and federal regulations.
  • Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers, and clients during deliveries, providing excellent customer service and addressing any concerns in a professional manner.
  • Endorsements include doubles, triples, and tankers.

22 Years 4 Months
Commercial / Retail Remodel Contractor Nationwide | 02.2000 - 06.2022
  • Project Manager and Site Supervisor estimating, bidding labor, materials and manhours from emailed blueprints across the country.
  • Monitor project expenses and ensure adherence to the budget, making adjustments as necessary.
  • Networked and coordinated the work of the various teams I hired for the project, including subcontractors, architects, and engineers, to ensure effective collaboration.
  • Obtain necessary permits and ensure all construction activities comply with local laws, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
  • On Site Supervisor to monitor progress and quality, and being available for any problem solving of issues that arise during construction.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members to keep everyone informed of project status and developments.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports.
  • Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate project teams effectively.

2 Years
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Taught Building Trades courses while attending college full-time.
  • Curiculum covered from Builder Inspector Classes to Homeowner DIY repair and remodel

5 Years
CFAN | 01.1994 - 01.1999
  • Composite Aerospace Manufacture started in clean room as base level making jet engine turbo fan blades
  • Company created position, for me, as the Special Projects person bringing engineer designs to fruition.
  • San Marcos, TX - Composite Aerospace Manufacture

Facilities Maintenance

5 Years
US Surgical | 01.1989 - 01.1994
  • Invented testing tool for QC
  • Norwalk, CT

Education

General Diploma - General Studies

Laramie High School | Laramie, WY
  • Attended the following schools, for college credits, while attending High School:
  • St Gregory's College – Shawnee, OK
  • University of Wyoming – Laramie, WY

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

SW School of Electronics | Austin, TX | 05-2000

GPA: 3.82 GPA

Associate of Applied Science - Business

Gillette College | Gillette, WY | 12-2027

Skills

Vehicle inspection proficiency
Class A commercial Driver's license
Subcontractor coordination
Project estimation and bidding
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Team collaboration
Relationship building
Project scheduling
Adaptability and flexibility
GPS and route planning
Prototype development

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 10 years profitable commercial project by completing Estimates with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

Multiple Certificates of Completion Construction Trades and Management - other certificates acquired during my career include autobody, aviation repair, federal heavy equipment trainer, audiometric tech, pulmonary function tech, and licenses in tractor trailer and ambulance driver

Timeline

Semi-Tractor trailer CDL A Driver

07.2022 - CurrentRead More

Commercial / Retail Remodel Contractor Nationwide
02.2000 - 06.2022Read More

01.1999 - 01.2001Read More

CFAN
01.1994 - 01.1999Read More

Facilities Maintenance

US Surgical
01.1989 - 01.1994Read More

US Coast Guard
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US Army National Guard
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Laramie High School

General Diploma from General Studies
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SW School of Electronics

Associate of Science from Electronics Technology
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Gillette College

Associate of Applied Science from Business
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Frederick Riddle