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Jah Etheredge

Durham,NC

Summary

Highly driven and adaptable Project/Field Engineer with proven success in the commercial construction industry, known for leading cross-functional teams and seamlessly transitioning between roles to meet project demands. Experienced in coordinating with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure quality execution, schedule adherence, and budget alignment. Brings a proactive, can-do attitude to every project, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and collaboration. Played a key role in improving on-site project efficiency by 27% and contributed to a 40% reduction in safety-related incidents through hands-on leadership and real-time problem-solving. Excels at building trust across disciplines, streamlining communication, and keeping projects moving forward—on time and on budget.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager

The Daniele Company
11.2023 - 04.2025
  • Managed submittals, RFI's, and distribution of updated drawings and specifications
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects.

Intern

Holt Brothers Construction
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
  • Enhanced company development initiatives by solving complex issues and suggesting corrective action.

Senior Project Administrator

Gilbane Building Company
09.2019 - 08.2022
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management

Wake Tech Community College, Raleigh, NC
12-2023

Skills

  • Design and specification planning
  • Contract compliance
  • Subcontracting management
  • Blueprint reading
  • Documentation control
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Quality control
  • Bluebeam
  • AutoDesk
  • BIM360
  • Procore

Timeline

Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager - The Daniele Company
11.2023 - 04.2025
Intern - Holt Brothers Construction
08.2022 - 11.2023
Senior Project Administrator - Gilbane Building Company
09.2019 - 08.2022
Wake Tech Community College - Associate of Applied Science, Construction Management
Jah Etheredge