James Fulton
Royse City,TX
Summary
Dynamic and seasoned certified carpenter and assistant construction manager with a proven track record of more than 20 years, showcasing expertise in woodworking, remodeling and custom cabinet design. Successful at both commercial and residential design and installation. Excelled in client communication and project collaboration, significantly enhancing client satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cabinet Installer
Closets by Design
09.2024 - Current
- Visited residential and commercial locations to remodel facilities or put in new cabinetry and millwork.
- Offered post-installation support to clients, addressing any needed adjustments or maintenance promptly and professionally.
- Handled complex custom cabinetry installations with exceptional attention-to-detail, resulting in consistently high-quality outcomes that exceeded client expectations.
- Contributed to team success and customer satisfaction by working quickly and helping team members.
Cabinet Maker
Fulton Cabinetry And Trim
03.2000 - 08.2023
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Blueprint design understanding
- Established a reputation for reliability by consistently meeting deadlines, even during periods of high production demand.
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
- Installation understanding
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, maximizing machine performance and reducing downtime due to malfunctions.
- Inspected completed cabinets for quality assurance.
- Utilized advanced woodworking techniques, maintaining a high degree of craftsmanship in all completed projects.
- Assembled cabinet components using glue and mechanical fasteners to create strong, durable products.
- Troubleshot issues with cabinetry installations, promptly addressing concerns to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
- Implemented quality control measures, consistently producing durable and aesthetically pleasing cabinets that met all specifications.
- Assisted in the installation of finished cabinetry onsite for seamless integration into existing structures or new construction projects.
- Managed inventory and supplies, ensuring availability of materials for uninterrupted production flow.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed for billing purposes.
- Sanded and finished surfaces to create smooth, polished appearance.
- Mentored junior cabinet makers in the development of their skills, fostering a supportive team environment centered on continuous improvement.
- Coordinated with suppliers for prompt delivery of materials.
- Collaborated with designers and architects to create functional and visually appealing cabinetry solutions for residential and commercial spaces.
- Designed, constructed and installed cabinetry and woodwork.
- Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
- Collaborated with designers and clients for optimal results in creating custom cabinetry and built-ins.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality trim carpentry work on various residential and commercial projects.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with expertly installed door casings, window frames, mantels, staircases, railings, and paneling.
- Prepared surfaces for finishing by sanding, filling gaps, caulking seams, and applying appropriate primer coats as necessary.
- Scheduled delivery of materials, parts and equipment to job sites.
- Improved overall aesthetics of spaces with expert installation of crown molding, baseboards, wainscoting, and decorative trim.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
Assistant Construction Project Manager
Darden Restaurant Group
06.2011 - 05.2019
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Put together estimates, specifications, and other project documents.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring high-quality work was consistently delivered on time and within budget constraints.
- Reviewed project scope, required materials and labor pricing to develop competitive bids.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Facilitated the resolution of conflicts among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to success.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior business leadership.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules, resulting in timely completions and minimal delays.
- Advised clients on design modifications that would improve functionality or reduce costs without compromising structural integrity or aesthetic appeal.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of workmanship throughout all projects.
- Supervised team of 20 construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
Education
Associate of Science - Geology
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TXHigh School - High School
Wylie Christian School
Wylie, TXSkills
- Certified carpenter
- Woodworking expertise
- Custom Cabinet design
- Custom fabrication
- Millwork knowledge
- Power tool use and mastery
- Blueprint Reading
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Client Communication
- Estimating costs
- Cost Control
- Quality Control
- Hardware Installation
- Hinge insertion
- Edge Banding
- Furniture Assembly
- Project Collaboration
- Production Documentation
- Materials Selection
- Inventory Management
- Safety Management
Timeline
Lead Cabinet Installer
Closets by Design
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Construction Project Manager
Darden Restaurant Group
06.2011 - 05.2019
Cabinet Maker
Fulton Cabinetry And Trim
03.2000 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Geology
Collin County Community College District
High School - High School
Wylie Christian School
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