Jaime Castaneda

Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget. Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness. Directed the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and other personnel as required to meet project goals. Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations. Monitored labor productivity levels to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards. Prepared progress reports detailing work performed on a weekly basis for review by management staff.

Managed employees and subcontractors across different trades by adhering to protocols and best practices implementation.

Hands-on experience using the latest tools in the industry, backed by real-world projects ranging from foundation, framing, drywall, roofing, and estimating. Skills learned include blueprint reading, OSHA regulations, floor and wall systems, interior and exterior finishes, roofing systems, and concrete foundations.

Operations Director responsible for the supervision and management of the Army's largest, and most diverse, Aviation Organization. Supervised the daily operations of 3 heliports and 80 light utility and attack helicopters. Managed the scheduling and course preparation of over 300 Soldiers for eight courses, including professional military education. Prepared, wrote, and executed operations and plans for senior military executives. Managed the maintenance of extensive military flight records of over 300 pilots. Presented weekly situation reports for directors of operations. Managed flight scheduling for the Army's largest training organization. Responsible for the health, morale, and welfare of over 300 military and Department of the Army (DAC) civilians. Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency. Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics. Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.

Senior Executive Manager of an Aviation training company consisting of Advance training company consisting of Advance Individual Training (AIT) courses. Responsible for the health, morale, training, discipline and quality of life for over 300 Enlisted, Warrant Officer, Commissioned Officer, and Department of the Army Civilians. Managed 40 advance Aviation Courses. Principal advisor to the Director of Operations on all Soldier matters, promotions, maintaining and enforcing administrative and personnel standards, personnel accountability, and standard compliance with military regulations. Oversaw the recruitment process for senior-level positions within the organization. Provided leadership and direction to departmental managers in order to maximize operational efficiency.