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Jerry Watson

Rio Frio,TX

Summary

Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated project manager offering several years of construction and contracting experience on projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthrough and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on several projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

3rd Party Consultant/Inspector

Self Employed
Mexia, TX
06.2024 - Current
  • Serve as a liaison between clients and contractors to ensure that all expectations are met, or exceeded.
  • Developed detailed budgets for each event based on client preferences and specifications.
  • Ensure all parties are complying with all safety regulations.
  • Matched arriving materials with purchase orders, submitted discrepancy forms as necessary.
  • Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures.
  • Notified supervisors, or other relevant personnel, of production issues.
  • Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.
  • Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.

Construction Manager

ROWC Energy Services
Pleasanton, TX
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in resolving disputes between contractors over payment amounts or contract terms.
  • Prepared bids on upcoming projects based on estimated costs for labor, materials and equipment usage.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
  • Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
  • Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
  • Provided guidance to workers regarding safe operating procedures when using machinery or tools.
  • Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
  • Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
  • Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
  • Reviewed invoices from vendors and subcontractors for accuracy before authorizing payment.
  • Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
  • Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling for simultaneous jobs.
  • Conducted post-construction evaluations to assess project successes and areas for improvement.
  • Scheduled and coordinated all phases of construction projects from initiation to completion.
  • Monitored changes in scope or design, managing any necessary contract adjustments.

Construction Manager

Clear Energy Services
Pleasanton, TX
01.2016 - 04.2023
  • Prepared bids on upcoming projects based on estimated costs for labor, materials and equipment usage.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
  • Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
  • Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
  • Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
  • Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.

Project Manager

Louisiana Crane and Construction
Pleasanton, TX
03.2012 - 01.2016
  • Advised other departments on best practices related to managing large-scale projects.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
  • Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
  • Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mexia High School
Mexia, TX
05-1992

Skills

  • Safe job site set-up
  • Materials Procurement
  • Management
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Project Documentation
  • OSHA safety requirements
  • Quality Inspection Reports
  • Scope Management
  • Job Site Development
  • Site Safety
  • Construction equipment
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Specifications Review
  • Site Management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Project Schedule Adherence
  • Budget Management
  • Reading Blueprints
  • New Construction
  • Project tendering and procurement
  • Materials Estimates
  • Schedule Management
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Concrete estimation
  • As-built Blueprints
  • Cultural Awareness

Affiliations

  • Welding/Fabrication
  • carpentry
  • mechanic work

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • NCCER Pipefitter
  • NCCER Steamfitter

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

3rd Party Consultant/Inspector

Self Employed
06.2024 - Current

Construction Manager

ROWC Energy Services
04.2023 - 05.2024

Construction Manager

Clear Energy Services
01.2016 - 04.2023

Project Manager

Louisiana Crane and Construction
03.2012 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Mexia High School

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