James Tack
Sarasota
Summary
Director of Testing at Iba Consultants with a proven track record in enhancing project timelines and mentoring teams. Skilled in analyzing test results and implementing corrective actions, while effectively managing time and resources. Licensed drone pilot adept at utilizing technology for building assessments, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Testing
Iba Consultants
10.2017 - Current
- Managed cross-functional teams to streamline testing processes and improve project timelines.
- Mentored junior testers, providing guidance on best practices and technical skills development.
- Analyzed test results to identify defects, driving corrective actions for continuous improvement.
- Set testing schedules and coordinated with construction manager.
- Directed team members in the field to perform building envelope tests. such as water testing windows, up lift tests on roofing, pavers and tile, electronic leak detection for roofing and adhesion test for vapor and air barrier.
- reviewed subordinate team member reports and submit reports to building owner (client) and construction management.
- Manage company fleet vehicle maintenance.
- Compile travel expense and general expense reports.
- Supply manager, maintain stock levels of material for testing.
- Licensed commercial drone pilot. Survey building assessment using photography and thermal imaging. Analyze data collected and produce reports to clients.
Construction Remodeling
Self-employeed
01.2009 - 05.2017
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Manage commercial and residential remodeling project from start to finish.
- Procured building permits, providing drawings and documents.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Estimate job cost, materials and labor.
- Schedule sub-contractors.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Construction Management
Oklahoma State University OKC
Oklahoma City, OKCarpentry
United States Air Force College
Omaha, NESkills
- Effective time management
- Appointment coordination
- Experienced with Word
- Consistent safe driving
- Efficient logistics management for project materials
Certification
Aerial man lift operator
OSHA 30
Material handler
Cetco waterproofing inspector
Electronic leak detection operator.
Aerial platform operator.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Cooking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Woodworking
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Automobile and motorcycle Restoration
Timeline
Director of Testing
Iba Consultants
10.2017 - Current
Construction Remodeling
Self-employeed
01.2009 - 05.2017
Construction Management
Oklahoma State University OKC
Carpentry
United States Air Force College