Hector Placeres
Spotsylvania,VA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated professional with a proven track record of leadership and expertise in emergency medical services, real estate, and construction supply management. Adept at working collaboratively with diverse teams to achieve objectives. Strong background in mentoring, crisis management, and client relations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager/ Multi Family Specialist
RamTool Construction Supply/ Whitecap Construction Supply
08.2015 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with construction companies to provide essential products for on-time, budget-conscious, and safe project completion
- Developed expertise in various construction materials, safety equipment, and regulatory compliance
- Navigated negotiations and payment arrangements with customers and accounting personnel
- Specialized in multi-family projects, securing contracts and coordinating deliveries for large-scale apartment buildings
- Managed significant lumber packages exceeding $1 million, ensuring optimal inventory levels and timely deliveries
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams to maintain steady supply and profitable margins.
Store Manager
DuoFast of Carolinas
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Managed operations of a newly established construction supply store
- Oversaw sales, dispatching, shipping, receiving, and pricing contracts
- Fostered relationships with local vendors to optimize inventory availability and reduce shipping costs
- Created bilingual marketing materials, including radio ads, billboards, and flyers.
EMT, Senior EMT Mentor
Fire Department of New York Emergency Medical Service
01.2002 - 12.2012
- Provided emergency medical services as an EMT for FDNY EMS, Division 4, and 45th Special Operations Command Battalion in Woodside, Queens
- Promoted to Senior EMT Mentor in 2007, guiding and training new personnel for their roles as first responders
- Collaborated with various NYPD ESU/SWAT units, Warrant Execution teams, HAZMAT units, and Search and Rescue teams
- Achieved over 50 confirmed prehospital Cardiac Arrest ROSC saves
- Conducted over 12 successful OBGYN deliveries in the field
- Received commendations and unit citations for in-field saves and contributions to team success
- Led a team of 8 members as Senior Team Leader, overseeing training, shift scheduling, and overtime requests
- Managed Mass Casualty Incidents, including the "Miracle on the Hudson" plane crash, coordinating medical response with FDNY Fire Suppression and NYPD Search and Rescue.
Skills
- Emergency Medical Services
- Leadership and Mentoring
- Crisis Management
- Real Estate
- Construction Supply Management
- Customer Relations
- Vendor Collaboration
- Negotiation and Contracting
- Project Coordination
- Regulatory Compliance
Languages
Fluent in English and Spanish
Training Education
- NYC Board of Education Vocational Training Center
- Fire Department of New York High School Cadet Program
- High School Equivalent Diploma
- Institute of Design and Construction
- Multi-Family Construction Specialist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Account Manager/ Multi Family Specialist
RamTool Construction Supply/ Whitecap Construction Supply
08.2015 - 07.2023
Store Manager
DuoFast of Carolinas
05.2013 - 08.2015
EMT, Senior EMT Mentor
Fire Department of New York Emergency Medical Service
01.2002 - 12.2012
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