Jason Zabel
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Skilled superintendent offering several years of experience leading communication and operations to complete projects. Expert coordinator between teams, vendors and design professionals. Efficient problem-solver to keep projects on time and on budget.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent, Chief Construction
01.2022 - Current
- Manage day-to-day activity on a construction site.
- Maintain records, including daily reports on progress, manpower, and project conditions.
- Prepare and maintain schedule for the project.
- Reviewed project proposals, estimates, schedules and contracts related to the project.
- Developed strategies for cost control, scheduling, quality assurance and problem solving.
- Ensured that all subcontractors are in compliance with contract documents by conducting regular inspections of their workmanship.
- Provided technical advice for resolving design problems and construction issues.
- Inspected construction sites regularly to detect potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals to discuss plans and resolve design issues.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project status updates, budgeting concerns and timeline adjustments.
Owner
Zabel Contracting
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Residential and small commercial remodeling projects.
- Worked as a general or subcontractor, depending on the job.
- Well versed in all aspects of running a small business.
- Responsible for estimating, coordinating, and scheduling projects.
- Construction skills, including framing, tiling, and window and door installation, among others.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Estimator
K2 Construction
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Worked with suppliers and subcontractors to produce accurate project estimates.
- Reviewed project documents and performed quantity takeoffs.
- Obtained bids from vendors and subcontractors to make cost-effective selections.
- Managed multiple projects.
- Reviews and analyses plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Analyzes historical data to evaluate current projects and develop future estimating models.
- Compiles data from suppliers to update material pricing databases as needed.
- Attends pre-bid meetings with prospective clients as needed.
Field Engineer
Turner Construction
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Supervised and coordinated the work of subcontractors.
- Managed all relevant paperwork, including change orders and RFIs.
- Reviewed project documents to ensure proper work of subcontractors.
- Maintain records, including daily reports on progress, manpower, and project conditions.
- Inspected construction sites regularly to detect potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
Education
Construction management - Minor in business management
university of nebraska
lincoln01.2002
Skills
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Value Engineering
- ProCore
- Microsoft Office
- OSHA standards and compliance
- Project estimation and bidding
- Construction supervision
- Blueprint Interpretation
Timeline
Superintendent, Chief Construction
01.2022 - Current
Owner
Zabel Contracting
01.2007 - 01.2022
Estimator
K2 Construction
01.2004 - 01.2007
Field Engineer
Turner Construction
01.2002 - 01.2003
Construction management - Minor in business management
university of nebraska