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James Davenport

Richland,WA

Summary

With a proven track record at The Cabinet Shop NW, I excel in strategic planning and customer relations, enhancing business operations and client satisfaction. Skilled in project management and negotiation, I've successfully led diverse construction projects, achieving significant cost reductions and fostering strong business partnerships. My approach combines meticulous attention to detail with effective team leadership, driving project success and operational excellence.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Owner

The Cabinet Shop NW
11.2018 - Current
  • Developed a loyal customer base with personalized assistance, attentive listening, and friendly interactions.
  • Adapted store operations to meet changing market conditions and customer needs while preserving overall business stability.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to create an inviting shopping experience.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly.
  • Strengthened relationships with vendors to ensure reliable product deliveries while maintaining healthy business partnerships.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.

Project Manager

Cliff Thorn Construction
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.

Superintendent

WC Construction
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
  • Enforced rigorous safety procedures during daily operations, creating a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the project''s execution process.
  • Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Subcontract Engineer

A&R Group Contracted to Washington Closure Hanford
01.2013 - 12.2013

Supported the river clean up project in the ground water stage removing chemical and radio active wast from one meter below the surface to ground water. The performing contractor was FE&C.

Construction Manager

Synergistics Contracted to Battelle PNNL
01.2012 - 12.2012

Supported the conversion of radio active research laboratories to Bio 2 chemical research laboratories in the 331 building located in the 300 area. The performing contractor was Total Site Services. Supported the seismic upgrades to the basement walls of the 325 building and the installation of fire suppression systems in new hot cells under construction in the basement of the same building. Performing contractor was Intermech Inc.

Construction Manager

Trade Winds Contracted to Mid Columbia Engineering
01.2011 - 12.2011

Supported the installation of RPM systems ( radiation portal monitoring) at different sites in upper state of New York along the Canadian border. Installations at vehicle and pedestrian crossings. Performing contractors came from Michigan and Main.

Construction Manger

Inovative Techincal Solutions Inc
01.2007 - 12.2010

Supported the construction of 2 army bases for the Iraq army in 2 locations. The first base was in Al Quaim in the Anbar Providence of Iraq. The second base was located in the south of Iraq near Karbala. Total value of the 2 projects was 156M. These base were constructed under the Air Force Center of Engineering Excellence (AFCEE) task orders.

Facility Engineer

Dyn Corp
01.2006 - 12.2006

Tasked with the mission of correcting and upgrading electrical and waste water systems on an expeditious camp located in the green zone of Bagdad Iraq. The camp housed the Blackwater security team responsible for protecting State Department government employees in Iraq.

Construction Site Manager

Tetra Tech
01.2004 - 12.2005

Provided the over site of the installation of radiation portal monitoring system (RPM) on the Albania border of Kakavia for the 2004 Olympics in Athens Greece with a team consisting of an electrical engineer, safety and QC personal.

Business Owner

J&M Enterprises
01.1993 - 12.2003

Owner of a construction company & cabinet manufacturing business located here in the tri-cities. I had a face frame cabinet manufacturing facility that employed 3. We provided custom cabinets for home owner remodel projects we provided the general contracting services and cabinets with other local sub contractors. We completed the design build sub contract portion for all the case work in the Terra Blanca winery in Benton City. Our work was published in the architectural digest magazine for the Onyx room case work.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vernon Valley High School
Vernon Valley New Jersey
06-1977

Skills

  • Business Networking
  • Performance Analysis
  • Budget Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Relations
  • Negotiation
  • Budget Development
  • Cost Reduction
  • Strategic Planning
  • Contract Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project estimating
  • Project Management
  • Talent Development
  • Labor Relations
  • Process Improvement
  • Attention to Detail
  • Resource Allocation
  • Scheduling

Certification

PMP from PMI

Timeline

Store Owner

The Cabinet Shop NW
11.2018 - Current

Project Manager

Cliff Thorn Construction
01.2017 - 11.2018

Superintendent

WC Construction
01.2014 - 12.2016

Subcontract Engineer

A&R Group Contracted to Washington Closure Hanford
01.2013 - 12.2013

Construction Manager

Synergistics Contracted to Battelle PNNL
01.2012 - 12.2012

Construction Manager

Trade Winds Contracted to Mid Columbia Engineering
01.2011 - 12.2011

Construction Manger

Inovative Techincal Solutions Inc
01.2007 - 12.2010

Facility Engineer

Dyn Corp
01.2006 - 12.2006

Construction Site Manager

Tetra Tech
01.2004 - 12.2005

Business Owner

J&M Enterprises
01.1993 - 12.2003

PMP from PMI

High School Diploma -

Vernon Valley High School
James Davenport