James Blackwood

• Interpreted blueprints, specifications and schematics to complete accurate work.
• Coordinated site operations in accordance with established timelines.
• Planned and directed Field work.
• Monitored projects and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines.
• Developed and maintained relationships with contractors and sub-contractors to support successful project completion.
• Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
• Handled scheduling of staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
• Coordinated planning, scheduling and successful execution of multiple large-scale construction projects.
• Continuously inspected job sites for observation of safety protocols by staff and subcontractors.
• Coordinated on-site construction shutdowns, testing and inspections.
• Coordinated maintenance to create safe working environment, limit accidents and prevent damages.
• Worked with inspectors and workers to conduct weekly status updates.
• Oversaw daily operations on site.
• Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.

• Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
• Reviewed each departmental employee's work performance and advised on ways to improve overall progress.
• Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise and education.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
• Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
• Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
• Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution.
• Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance.
• Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions.
• Retained strong knowledge of utilities production, facilities management, Water and wastewater treatment through hands-on leadership.
• Oversaw all aspects of Public Works. Including streets ,parks, water,wastewater and maintenance/mechanic.
• Completed budgets for all aspects of Public Works and worked to stay within those budgets.
• Worked for 13 years as the Field Supervisor before becoming Superintendent.

Framed houses

• Analyzed and completed projects.
• Reviewed each departmental employee's work performance and advised on ways to improve overall progress.
• Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise and education.
• Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
• Oversaw all aspects of Public Works.
• Set budgets and worked with personnel to stay within said budgets.