Gerald Tobias
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Ambitious seasoned Assistant Superintendent with the drive to learn and be great! Looking for a company that I can grow with and become an invaluable asset as a Lead Superintendent. My 37 years of construction experience and the discipline obtained in the U.S. military allow me to complete projects efficiently and on time with expert attention to quality. I successfully build effective relationships and trust with Clients, Architects, and Subcontractors To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Superintendent
Skanska USA Building
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted in scheduling inspections for job sites and projects.
- Supervised staff by checking work against project expectations.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by [Action].
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated and documented expectations to subcontractors during weekly meetings.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients, and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Delivered reports to the construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
- Guided employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
- Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high-quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
Assistant Superintendent
Kinsley Construction
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisted the Lead Superintendent in the day-by-day operations of a six-story apartment building from the ground up/ core and shell with a 4 story addition attached. 25 M
- Maintained a written daily log of job site activities for permanent records.
- Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress to maintain pace, compliance and top-quality control.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
- Guided employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
- Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
- Chaired weekly progress and commercial meetings and monitored daily reports from field staff.
- Reported to the Lead Superintendent with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Lead 1st in place meetings with the Subcontractors
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by [Action].
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at the work site.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
Superintendent
Banneker Ventures
04.2015 - 09.2019
- Maintained written daily log of job site activities for permanent records.
- Responsible for project planning an on site supervision of construction contracts.
- Developed and reviewed project scope and schedule, evaluated the submittals and the RFI process.
- Maintained a safe working environment
- Communicated construction activities and coordination requirements with the Client, Subcontractors and facilities management.
- Key projects: Superior Courts Judges Chambers Modernizations 1M, AV Bryant Courthouse Roof Repairs 1.75M, Arlington National Cemetery Fountains Renovations 3M, USPS Headquarters Elevator Modernization 5M
Field Supervisor
TNQ Contracting and Property Maintenance
03.2011 - 04.2015
- Monitored timelines, set up order of operations and managed field schedules.
- Completed projects milestones on time by keeping team members on task and operating with efficiency.
- Resolved customer issues and built strong, productive relationships with project stakeholders.
- Oversaw workflow on job sites and kept projects on schedule.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Field Supervisor
Pieros Construction
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Supervised the crew, managed the job and the manhours.
- Held weekly safety meetings, monitored the safety of all the construction activities.
- Job set up order material and rejected incorrect material to the work site
- Maintained positive vendor relationships and open lines of communication to enable resource availability.
- Implemented proactive adjustments to work by evaluating current performance and progress with critical eye.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
Field Supervisor
Badger Roofing
12.2002 - 02.2010
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Increased productivity by improving employee morale and cross-functional communications.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Delaware State University
Dover, DEHigh School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
Plainfield, NJ06.1983
Skills
- Safety oversight
- Conflict mediation
- Policy implementation
- Reporting
- Project coordination
- Quality standards
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Key decision making
- Project Management
- Job Site Management
- Site Layout
- Site Cleanup
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict Mediation
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent
Skanska USA Building
01.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Superintendent
Kinsley Construction
09.2019 - 10.2021
Superintendent
Banneker Ventures
04.2015 - 09.2019
Field Supervisor
TNQ Contracting and Property Maintenance
03.2011 - 04.2015
Field Supervisor
Pieros Construction
08.2010 - 02.2011
Field Supervisor
Badger Roofing
12.2002 - 02.2010
Some College (No Degree) -
Delaware State University
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
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