James Roden
Bradenton
Summary
Dynamic construction professional with extensive experience at K&J Mechanical, excelling in project coordination and safety management. Proven track record in implementing quality standards and training oversight, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and contractor management, fostering strong relationships to achieve project goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent
K&J Mechanical
12.2018 - Current
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by following safety protocol.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Managed 30 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
Pipe Insulator
Northwest Mechanical
05.2012 - 12.2018
- Applied and handled insulating products such as foam, fiberglass and cloth with mud.
- Assessed project scope, material requirements and blueprints to gain valid understanding of project details.
- Delivered training and mentoring to several apprentices in preparation for full-time roles.
- Maintained equipment according to manufacturer specifications and safety protocols.
- Carefully evaluated blueprints and work plans to make accurate cuts and prepare correctly-sized pieces for specific installation requirements.
- Determined required properties for each installation and chose optimal materials to meet demands.
- Constructed modular insulation materials for various uses and applications.
- Fabricated fiberglass pipe and duct materials for installation in commercial and residential projects.
- Cut, formed and arranged insulation to promote efficiency of materials for each project.
- Cultivated safety and efficiency at each work site by identifying potential hazards and promoting workplace safety to all team members.
- Efficiently coordinated with teams of other tradesmen on large scale projects.
- Measured and prepared work materials and surfaces by marking dimensions and reference lines on material.
- Read and understood blueprints and technical specifications for insulation installation.
- Sorted and organized supplies inventory and ordered material stock from approved vendors.
- Identified ideal insulation materials, installation methods and supply requirements to meet project needs.
- Prepared surfaces for insulation with help of adhesives, cement and other compounds.
- Set up and operated fabricating equipment to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal for insulation projects.
- Measured, cut and laid insulating blankets for water heaters and tanks.
- Installed and secured protective sheet metal to minimize damage and degradation.
- Operated hand tools such as beader crimpers, brakes and shears.
- Protected team members and building users from harm by adhering to strict asbestos remediation procedures when locating, removing and sealing off old insulation.
Education
No Degree - Pipe Insulation
Local 17 Heat And Frost Insulators
Chicago, IL10-2002
Skills
- Fiscal planning
- Employee discipline
- Program implementation
- Training oversight
- Strategic planning
- Policy development
- Subcontractor management
- Construction supervision
- Recruitment and hiring
- Resource coordination
- Contractor management
- Reporting
- Blueprint and schematics
- Business planning
- Quality standards
- Permit acquisition
- Infrastructure planning
- Blueprint interpretation
- Process updates
- Contract management
- Leadership development
- Project estimation and bidding
- Leadership and vision
- Contractor oversight
- Performance improvements
- Commercial construction experience
- Continuous improvement
- Project coordination
- Organizational effectiveness
- Residential construction
- Quality assurance
- Key decision making
- Relationship building and management
- Change order management
- Cost estimation
- Design review
- Building codes
- Construction management
- Value engineering
- Scheduling coordination
- Project management
Certification
OSHA 30
Fire Stop Certification
Timeline
Superintendent
K&J Mechanical
12.2018 - Current
Pipe Insulator
Northwest Mechanical
05.2012 - 12.2018
No Degree - Pipe Insulation
Local 17 Heat And Frost Insulators
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