Jerry Villars
Hendersonville,NC
Summary
Focused and dedicated Project Management Specialist with over 18 years of experience in construction and general contracting. Consistently delivers project goals by excelling at prioritization, motivating individuals, unblocking team members, as well as ensuring follow through and flawless execution on quality and customer satisfaction. Poised, flexible, detail-oriented, and adaptive team player with expertise in complex project delivery, equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service, and process improvements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Maintenance Tech
City Of Hendersonville
Hendersonville, North Carolina
10.2022 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance, such as changing filters and lubricating motors, to ensure efficient operation of building systems.
- Checked electrical systems for potential hazards and made necessary repairs.
- Installed new light fixtures, locksets, door closers, and other hardware in buildings.
- Repaired plumbing problems including clogged drains, broken pipes, and leaking faucets.
- Maintained HVAC systems by cleaning condenser coils, replacing belts and filters, checking refrigerant levels.
- Created schedules for regular inspections of building components to identify potential issues before they become major problems.
- Installed drywall panels to repair damaged walls or ceilings.
- Conducted safety checks on fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in all areas of the building.
Project Manager
She's Got The Tools
Astoria, NY
02.2017 - Current
- Provided oversight of demolition and renovation of multiple residential properties within Manhattan/Astoria area of NYC.
- Coordinated with local offices regarding permits and inspections.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors.
- Worked with each homeowner daily, understood their desires and/or concerns and made adjustments and provided change orders if needed.
Project Manager
TomKat Rigging
Ellaville, GA
03.2010 - Current
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
- Modified project plans on the fly, to code, as needed.
- Provided oversight and installed new theater rigging.
- Performed inspection and repair of existing theater rigging.
- Maintained a good working relationship with the heads of 13 counties and over 800 schools in the state of Florida.
Superintendent
National Stage and Window
Weston, FL
03.1998 - 03.2020
- Provided oversight and installation of theater rigging and curtain jobs in new school construction.
- Ensured proper implementation of job site safety.
- Conducted field survey, measurements, and installation of window coverings including Somfy, Control4, and Lutron smart schools.
- Lead installation of audio visual projection screens and video projectors.
- Maintained long-standing working relationships with PM's and SI's from many major construction companies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boca Raton Community High School
Boca Raton, FL05.1999
Some College (No Degree) -
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLSkills
- Systems implementation
- Multi-unit operations management
- Purchasing and procurement
- Performance improvements
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk management
- Permit processing
- Schedule management
- Project management
- Client relations
Timeline
Building Maintenance Tech
City Of Hendersonville
10.2022 - Current
Project Manager
She's Got The Tools
02.2017 - Current
Project Manager
TomKat Rigging
03.2010 - Current
Superintendent
National Stage and Window
03.1998 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Boca Raton Community High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Palm Beach State College