Joe Zemanovic
Baraboo,WI
Summary
Seasoned Construction Superintendent 25-year career in construction supervision and monitoring. Dedicated to ensuring projects are completed on-time, within budget and in compliance with local building codes and laws. Thorough knowledge of construction processes and project management strategies. Extensive experience in mentoring and growing the skillsets of junior team members.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Superintendent
Habitat For Humanity Of Wisconsin River Area
05.2014 - 02.2024
- Trained, supervised, and mentored home owners and volunteers through the construction process.
- Developed and maintained construction schedules to ensure on time project delivery for concurrent projects.
- Created a culture of safety through planning, daily training, and eliminating potential risks.
- Sourced qualified labor and materials for jobs while remaining within given strict budgets.
- Tracked and reported progress of all scopes of work for the full duration of the project.
- Worked with Build committees on home design and future project planning.
Assistant Superintendent
Habitat For Humanity Of Sauk-Colombia Area
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with the superintendent to develop comprehensive plans for each phase of construction, ensuring smooth transitions between stages.
- Coordinate volunteer and owner manpower for the needs of each individual project.
- Educated volunteers and owners on best construction practices and techniques for framing, roofing, plumbing, finishing, and landscaping.
- Ensured jobsite safety protocols were followed.
- Managed documentation for the construction process from volunteers to skilled trades.
Journeyman Plumber
Sprecher Plumbing
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to drawings and specifications.
- Inspected pipes and piping systems to assess their quality and condition.
- Installed and replaced water heaters, drain pipes, and water supply lines.
- Provided recommendations on necessary repairs, replacements, and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
Journeyman Plumber
Sauk Plains Plumbing
10.2007 - 05.2008
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Minimized water damage during emergencies with rapid diagnosis and repair of leaks or burst pipes.
- Researched and followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Installed and repaired gas lines and hot/cold water lines.
- Trained apprentice plumbers.
Journeyman Plumber
Michels Plumbing / Arlington Hardware
06.1999 - 06.2006
- Delivered outstanding customer service by explaining complex technical terms in layman''s language while addressing client concerns and queries.
- Preserved client property integrity while performing invasive procedures such as pipe replacement or re-routing through careful planning and execution.
- Mentored apprentice plumbers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards for quality workmanship.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly identifying and resolving plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
Education
Journeyman Plumber License - Plumbing Apprentice Coursework
Mid-State Technical College
Wisconsin Rapids, WI07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Education of History / Geography
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05.1992
Skills
- Cost Analysis
- Large Team Management
- Residential construction
- Project Management
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Safety oversight
- Assignment Delegation
- Quality Control
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Schedule oversight
- Project Planning
Community Involvement
- Baraboo Youth Hockey Association - President 2009-2012, Active Member 2012-2018
- Baraboo Hockey Blue Line Club - Active Member 2018-Present
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
Habitat For Humanity Of Wisconsin River Area
05.2014 - 02.2024
Assistant Superintendent
Habitat For Humanity Of Sauk-Colombia Area
06.2013 - 06.2014
Journeyman Plumber
Sprecher Plumbing
06.2008 - 06.2010
Journeyman Plumber
Sauk Plains Plumbing
10.2007 - 05.2008
Journeyman Plumber
Michels Plumbing / Arlington Hardware
06.1999 - 06.2006
Journeyman Plumber License - Plumbing Apprentice Coursework
Mid-State Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Education of History / Geography
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
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