Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Gary Wilson

Leeward Home Company
Nantucket,MA
25
years of professional experience

Seasoned Construction Professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Led teams of up to 50 workers while managing budgets and schedules, ensuring quality control and adherence to industry best practices. Committed to developing strong relationships with clients and vendors through integrity and dedication.

Work History

Construction Manager

2 Years 10 Months
Leeward Home Company | 12.2023 - Current

-Assist with early project planning, estimating, plan and shop drawing reviews.

-maintain the highest understanding of the project plan specification budget and schedule

-execute project schedules and coordination, subcontractors, vendors and material deliveries. -Anticipate conflicts and communicate proactively with the team members.

- Coordinate and schedule inspections, material deliveries and communicate milestones with the team.

Quality control.

-ensure all work meets plans, specifications, and high-end finish standards.

-identify and resolve field issues promptly. Find creative solutions.

-Conduct punch list and project closeout with the design team and clients.

-maintain job site, cleanliness and organization.

Administrative.

-submit daily field reports, photos and updates.

-Collaborate with various subcontractor teams' scheduling updates.

-review and approve vendor, suppliers, trade partners and subcontractor invoices on a weekly basis.

Representation.

-represent the company professionally in the community and with homeowners, architects, designers, vendors, and suppliers etc.

-attend and coordinate job site meetings and walk-throughs.

Leeward Home Company is a small up-and-coming construction company based on Nantucket Island led by Steve Hollister Of Hollister Consulting.

Our projects to date Consist of a multi-year restoration of St. Mary's Rectory at 6 Orange St. including extensive rehabilitation of existing interior and exterior moldings and a considerable landscaping scope in the heart of Nantucket's downtown area.

Multi phase projects for Nantucket Golf Club ranging from staff accommodations to board approved capital improvements and additional outbuildings.

Small new construction tertiary structures.

Senior Project Manager

3 Years 1 Month
Meidus Builders | 11.2020 - 12.2023
  • Led cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met on time and within budget.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans, facilitating clear communication among stakeholders.
  • Achieved project deadlines through effective time management and prioritization. without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Managed procurement of materials to ensure timely availability for project needs. and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure environments with tight deadlines. within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Coordinated subcontractors and vendors to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
  • Oversaw quality control processes, maintaining high standards of workmanship throughout projects.
  • Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
  • Conducted regular project reviews, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Managed budget tracking and expense reporting to align with project financial goals effectively.
  • Oversaw field crews to enhance project quality and efficiency on-site. to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Meidus Builders is a local cabinet manufacturer and custom home builder. Also DBA M-Built.

During my time with M-Built i completed two large-scale multi-year Legacy compounds as well as three Speculative projects for a local investor.

I assisted in the office with RFPs and managed day-to-day on-site construction. Through all phases of construction.

  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex construction projects on time and within budget.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans aligning with client objectives and organizational goals.

Worked directly with homeowners. Setup weekly site meetings with team.

Construction Foreman, Project Manager

19 Years 8 Months
Cheney Brothers Building and Renovation | 03.2001 - 11.2020
  • Supervised daily construction activities to ensure adherence to project specifications and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated material procurement and inventory management to optimize workflow efficiency on job sites.
  • Mentored and trained junior staff in best practices for construction techniques and safety compliance.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to identify hazards and enforce safety regulations among crew members.
  • Exceeded client expectations through exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of construction projects from planning to execution stages.

Field leadership.

-Direct and coordinate daily on site, construction activities, supervise site leads ,carpenters and subcontractors.

-Ensure adherence to safety policies and OSHA regulations. Stay current on Massachusetts building code regulations and amendments.

Schedule and logistics.

-Assist with early project planning, estimating, plan and shop drawing reviews.

-maintain the highest understanding of the project plan specification budget and schedule

-execute project schedules and coordination, subcontractors, vendors and material deliveries. -Anticipate conflicts and communicate proactively with the team members.

- coordinate and schedule inspections, material deliveries and communicate milestones with the team.

Quality control.

-ensure all work meets plans, specifications, and high-end finish standards.

-identify and resolve field issues promptly. Find creative solutions.

-Conduct punchlist and project closeout with the design team and clients.

-maintain job site, cleanliness and organization.

Administrative.

-submit daily field reports, photos and updates.

-Collaborate with various subcontractor teams scheduling updates.

-review and approve vendor, suppliers, trade partners and subcontractor invoices on a weekly basis.

Representation.

-represent the company professionally in the community and with homeowners, architects, designers, vendors, and suppliers etc.

-attend and coordinate job site meetings and walk-throughs.

I took a position with Steve Cheney ( Cheney Brothers building)as a finish carpenter. 2002-2020. we started out working together in the field as Steve worked hard to acquire new projects. Primarily renovation restoration work. Eventually, we were able to take on large projects and my position as a carpenter turned into more of a foreman lead carpenter role. Around 2010 we realized that we needed somebody to manage the day-to-day progress on the projects.

Soon I realized that I was too busy to finish trimming a window as the questions just kept rolling in. So I fell into a role as a superintendent, project manager on site managing our in-house carpentry crew of 10 carpenters. Coordinating scheduling and managing the subcontractors and the process to turn key completion.

Eventually, we did away with our in-house crew and my responsibilities turned more project management. Sourcing subcontractors, scheduling, estimating and spending my days on site coordinating the process.

Over my 20 year career at Cheney Brothers i completed 36 Projects ranging from small commercial, Speculative homes, Jewel box trophy homes to Legacy compounds. Project timelines as short as 9 months to 2 1/2 years.

Spending my days between multiple projects managing all phases of construction. Tracking budgets and timelines. Often referred to as " The Expectation Manager"

Education

Associate of Arts

Portland Community College | Portland, OR | 05.1997

High School Diploma

Marshall High School | Portland, OR | 05.1995

Skills

Project management
Project oversight
Site management
Budget management
Construction Supervisor License
OSHA Certification
Safety Training Certificate
Management Leadership Training
Hoist operator certificate
NBA Member

Accomplishments

  • Managed a construction budget of more than $15,000,000.
  • Completion of more than 50 vacation homes and properties on Nantucket island.
  • Raised two daughters on my own both of which graduated College One with a Masters Degree in Architecture and the other a Bachelors degree in Interior Design.
  • Live a happy healthy drug and alcohol free life and encourage others to do so.

Timeline

Construction Manager

Leeward Home Company
12.2023 - CurrentRead More

Senior Project Manager

Meidus Builders
11.2020 - 12.2023Read More

Construction Foreman, Project Manager

Cheney Brothers Building and Renovation
03.2001 - 11.2020Read More

Portland Community College

Associate of Arts
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Marshall High School

High School Diploma
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Gary Wilson