Howard Abrahamson
Wellpinit,WA
Summary
Dynamic Facilities Manager with extensive experience at Spokane Tribe of Indians, excelling in optimizing operations and enhancing safety protocols. Proven ability in blueprint reading and effective communication, driving continuous improvement and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Successfully managed facility renovations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with [Number] years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Experienced with managing carpentry projects from inception to completion. Utilizes strong leadership and project management skills to guide teams. Track record of maintaining safety standards and ensuring project quality.
Construction professional with strong background in leading carpentry teams. Proven ability to manage projects efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality. Known for collaborative skills and adaptability, ensuring successful outcomes in dynamic environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
Spokane Indian Housing Authoriy
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Supervised teams of up to 3 employees, answering questions, and providing feedback on work progress.
- Optimized workflow by creating detailed task schedules for the entire carpentry team.
- Assisted in estimating project costs accurately helping secure new contracts while maintaining profitability.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Established a positive working environment fostering teamwork and open communication among crew members.
- Improved worksite safety by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Jour
Woodstone Inc.
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Facilities Manager
Spokane Tribe Of Indians
12.2012 - 02.2023
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance and adherence to local building codes.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Created management reports outlining important facility statistics.
- Supervised staff of seven in day-to-day activities.
- Drove continuous improvement of processes and systems operation.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop capital improvement plans that aligned with organizational goals and budgets.
- Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
- Coordinated with cleaning and janitorial services to keep facility clean and presentable for occupants.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Monitored electricity, gas and water systems for proper function to minimize costs.
- Tracked and documented operational and financial records to perform analysis of performance and costs.
Education
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Washington State University
PullmaneSkills
- Hand and power tools
- Job site maintenance
- Safety processes and procedures
- Blueprint reading
- Material prepping
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Heavy equipment operations
- Commercial construction experience
- Residential construction
Timeline
Carpenter Foreman
Spokane Indian Housing Authoriy
04.2024 - 05.2025
Jour
Woodstone Inc.
04.2023 - 01.2024
Facilities Manager
Spokane Tribe Of Indians
12.2012 - 02.2023
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Washington State University
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