Jeff Tagert
Humble,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in operations management and customer relations, honed at Airborne Excavation And Utility and in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Expert in project management and relationship building, achieving increased customer satisfaction and efficiency. Licensed Tow Operator (IM)-65461, adept in verbal and written communication, ensuring high-quality standards and maximizing profits through strategic negotiations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Airborne Excavation And Utility
01.2013 - 03.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Maximized profits by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive pricing on materials and services.
- Managed daily operations efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of the business.
Construction Superintendent
CAPPCO
11.2010 - 01.2012
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays, and causes.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
Combat Engineer (12B)
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
05.1993 - 09.1996
- Participated in joint training exercises with foreign military forces, fostering international relationships and collaboration.
- Assisted in emergency response efforts during natural disasters, providing critical aid to affected communities.
- Led demolition projects with precision and accuracy, ensuring successful completion within deadlines.
- Constructed defensive structures to fortify positions, providing increased security for personnel.
- Jumped from Airplanes with the 27th Eng Bat
- Rappelled from Helicopters with the 82nd Airborne
- Trained as a Combat Medic
- Trained on Civil Construction
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Tomball College
Tomball, TXCertificate of Emergency Life Saving - EMT
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NCSkills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Business Management
- Tow Operator IM Licensed (IM)-65461
Timeline
Owner
Airborne Excavation And Utility
01.2013 - 03.2024
Construction Superintendent
CAPPCO
11.2010 - 01.2012
Combat Engineer (12B)
United States Army Corps Of Engineers
05.1993 - 09.1996
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Tomball College
Certificate of Emergency Life Saving - EMT
Fayetteville Technical Community College