James Holder
Project Management
Kyle,TX
Summary
Forward-thinking leader skilled at operating departments and workloads efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees and tools with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Resourceful Project Manager with 15+ years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production labor, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Always hands-on with labor crews.
Knowledgeable in budget principles, team management, vendor sourcing, customer and client relationships, sales, regulatory compliance ( OSHA, CODE, ETC ) and contracting.
15+ years experience in general contracting and concrete. Excavation and foundation focused.
Excellent customer-client relationship building skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Sales & Repair Tech
Holder Computer Services DBA
04.2017 - Current
- Disassembled computers to perform diagnostics and check for repair needs.
- Updated and installed new software on desktop and laptop computers to maintain latest technology.
- Researched and identified problems with computers and advised staff and clients on plans of action.
- Refurbished used computers and technological equipment, saving companies money.
- Wrote reports on computer statuses and maintenance jobs.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
- Set up PCs, projectors and microphones for use in video conferencing rooms.
- Inspected and tested faulty circuit boards and microprocessors.
- Trained customer employees and managers on machine use and maintenance.
Owner / Operations Manager / Project Manager
Holder Concrete
01.2012 - Current
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Analyzed building plans and prepared bids to deliver timely, cost-effective project completion.
- Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
- Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
- Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
- Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
- Managed large-scale construction projects within cost, quality and time constraints,
- Mentored and trained construction crews on best practices for high-performing site teams.
- Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
- Resolved conflicts between contractors, suppliers and subcontractors to eliminate workflow disruptions.
- Developed construction plans, schedules and budgets to achieve stakeholder objectives.
- Collaborated with architects and subcontractors to devise cost-effective construction solutions.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Collaborated with structural engineers to evaluate structural integrity of projects.
Owner / Operations Manager / Production Manager
Holder Drilling
07.2006 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Managed large budgets, collaborating with other companies to eliminate redundancies.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Austin Community College
Austin, TXHigh School Diploma -
Jack C. Hays High School
Buda, Tx05.2003
Skills
- Compliance Monitoring
- Risk Management
- Contract Management
- Site Condition Assessment
- Equipment Operation
- Customer Relations
- Research and Due Diligence
- Sales Proficiency
Additional Information
Our family business is winding down, and I'm looking to exit.
I wanted to take an opportunity to acknowledge my unique work history and experience. With the projects Holder Drilling has tackled, I have come up with unique solutions to a large selection of projects that had constraints that most others would have turned down.
From precarious footer installations hanging off hills, cramped pier drilling conditions, extreme length/duration drills, custom made forming, public art installation and much more, I have a skill set ready to tackle a large array of issues and needs.
In managing all of this, I've also acquired a skill set that really allows me to work a problem from many angles of complexity, be it labor constraints, vendor issues, sourcing issues, compliance and ordinance problems. It's also exposed me to a wide array of customer archetypes and what their demands and expectations are.
I've filled the roles from equipment tech to owner and everything else inbetween you would expect from a general contractor who's focus is excavation and foundation work.
Timeline
Owner / Sales & Repair Tech
Holder Computer Services DBA
04.2017 - Current
Owner / Operations Manager / Project Manager
Holder Concrete
01.2012 - Current
Owner / Operations Manager / Production Manager
Holder Drilling
07.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Austin Community College
High School Diploma -
Jack C. Hays High School