George Emery
Arcadia
Summary
Creative individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for the ability to come up with inventive ideas to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Engineer
Fine Line Millwork
Arcadia
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted site visits to assess progress and completed field measurements.
- Communicated project updates to keep project management aware of progress of multiple projects.
- Documented project changes and maintained accurate records throughout the process.
- Provided technical advice and guidance on design concepts and construction methods to installation team.
- Compiled reports detailing millwork required for procurement and review of millwork drawings.
Installation Supervisor
Adams Group
North Port
11.2008 - 09.2024
- Supervised installation teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation for timely installations.
- Trained new staff on equipment handling and installation procedures.
- Conducted quality checks on installations to maintain high service standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of installation materials and ordered supplies as needed.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance installation efficiency and effectiveness.
- Led team meetings to review progress and discuss installation challenges with staff.
- Planned and directed site installation work and engineering activities to get equipment and controls set up and verified.
- Developed manpower schedules and assignments to maintain project schedules.
- Coordinated with project management and engineering, and technical support for installations.
- Performed quality control checks on installed products before completion.
- Assisted with training new staff on proper techniques for installing products correctly.
- Conducted pre- and post-installation visits, as well as frequent project assessment, to maximize quality.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools, equipment, and vehicles used by installation teams.
- Prepared estimates for materials and labor costs associated with each job.
- Managed budgeting activities related to installations including tracking expenses and revenue generated from completed jobs.
- Developed relationships with vendors providing necessary materials or services related to installations.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure deadlines were met in a timely manner.
- Managed company and contract employees for efficient and accurate installations.
- Developed processes, procedures, and standards for installations.
- Tracked inventory levels of necessary materials and supplies required for installations.
- Surveyed site locations to determine best plans and assess potential problems.
- Organized and scheduled daily tasks for installation teams.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in accordance with company policies and regulations.
- Provided supervision and guidance to installation teams onsite.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Owner
Emery Woodworking
Arcadia
04.2002 - 11.2008
- Managed daily operations of custom woodworking projects and cabinet installations.
- Oversaw quality control for finished wood products.
- Designed and created personalized furniture pieces for clients.
- Installation of custom trim work.
- Coordination of contractors and clients including design intent.
- Coordination with framing and drywall contractor for custom designs, painting and finishing contractor to stain matching.
Sales Agent
Gulf Contours
Punta Gorda
07.2000 - 04.2002
- Developed relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Generated leads through cold calling, online searches, and referrals from existing clients.
- Maintained attractive merchandise displays to maximize purchases.
Owner
Creation Design Cabinets
Punta Gorda
03.1995 - 07.2000
- Managed daily operations of custom plastic laminate cabinet projects.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Education
Accounting
Charlotte County Vocational Technical
Port Charlotte, FL 09.1982 - 09.1983
Lemon Bay High School
Englewood, FLSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Edison Community College
Punta Gorda, FLSkills
- Project management
- Quality control
- Field measurements
- Site supervision
- Problem solving
- Field support
- Project scope and requirements
- Building applications
- OSHA 30
- Cabinetware
- PlanGrid
- Procore
- Word
- Excel
- E-Template laser template
- Laser Products Industries laser template
Affiliations
- Member of Pine Creek Chapel Mennonite Church in Arcadia FL 2000-2025
Timeline
Project Engineer
Fine Line Millwork
11.2025 - Current
Installation Supervisor
Adams Group
11.2008 - 09.2024
Owner
Emery Woodworking
04.2002 - 11.2008
Sales Agent
Gulf Contours
07.2000 - 04.2002
Owner
Creation Design Cabinets
03.1995 - 07.2000
Accounting
Charlotte County Vocational Technical
09.1982 - 09.1983
Lemon Bay High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Edison Community College