John C. Franks, Jr.
Estimator
N LITTLE ROCK,LA
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Estimator / Project Manager / Customer Representative
Gotech Engineering consultants
11.2016 - Current
- Estimate and manage various construction projects from commercial to heavy civil. Perform site visits and report construction progress to architect and owner. Review and either approve or reject change orders generated by general contractors concerning construction projects.
Estimator
Cajun IDC
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Experience with industrial process pipe & structural steel and all technical aspects of pipe estimating. Exceptional knowledge of generating plumbing and piping take-offs using computerized estimating programs. Sound knowledge of public works types projects and contract documents and specifications. Proficient in estimating software, scheduling software using Microsoft Word, Project, Office and various computer applications. Able to utilize information generated by other estimators to create full proposals. Able to write instructions, reports, and business correspondence for all detail and specialized pipe and structural shapes for industrial applications utilizing isometric drawings.
- Contact Darrin Daigle: 225-439-5552
Miscellaneous Steel Specialties
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Evaluate and input data for all C&C machines in the fabrication shop. Develop and maintain shop safety program. Develop and maintain inventory control program. Perform industrial steel take offs from detail drawings. These jobs focused on industrial pipe racks, vessels and accessories.
Estimator/Project Manager
D.K. Contractors
03.2009 - 04.2014
- Estimate, bid and manage commercial and residential building projects and remodels. Oversee the construction project from start to finish. Perform a key role in project planning, budgeting, and identification of resources needed. Ensure that construction activities move according to pre-determined schedule. Communicate effectively with the contractors responsible for completing various phases of the project. Maintain strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality and safety standards. Perform periodic inspection of construction sites. Ensure project documents are complete. Serve as a key link with the clients and review the deliverable prepared by the team before passing onto client.
Project Manager
Shaw SSS Fabricators, Inc.
03.2008 - 03.2009
- Scheduled and coordinated industrial structural steel and pipe support jobs using spreadsheets and fabrication software. Interfaced with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and members of other Shaw departments, providing various reports and other documentation to each when necessary, to ensure adherence to schedule and specification requirements for each job.
Chief Operations Officer
One Way Transport
05.2007 - 03.2008
- Supervise daily operations of a large flatbed trucking company. Operations included on-time dispatch, pickup, and delivery of customer freight through daily interface between me, employees and clients. Established and implemented maintenance program for tractors and trailers using current company software.
- Phone No. 225-721-1073
Safety, Environmental and Quality Control Manager
Waskey Bridges, Inc.
06.2006 - 04.2007
- Inspected precast concrete products and components before, during, and after fabrication using engineered blueprints. Developed and maintained environmental programs to conform to EPA and storm water discharge requirements. Developed and maintained safety and housekeeping programs compliant to the OSHA Sharps program.
- Phone No. 225-926-8752
Shipping/Logistics Foreman
Shaw SSS Fabricators, Inc.
01.2001 - 06.2006
- Supervise 9-11 people. Expedite fabricated industrial steel components, and monitor and update fabrication and coating schedules to determine job completion. Maintain detailed records and obtain permits to ensure DOTD compliance. Coordinate, schedule, monitor, and supervise all loads of industrial structural steel leaving Shaw SSS with focus on safe rigging and loading procedures. Perform industrial site visits to insure integrity, completion and erection of structural steel. Coordinate all incoming and outgoing material for Shaw’s FVF (flanges, valves and fittings) warehouse in support of Shaw Sunland.
Commercial Vehicle Technician
Jackson Truck & Trailer Repair
05.1998 - 06.2001
- Refurbish trucking equipment for private and commercial customers. Inspected and maintained fleet vehicles for structural, mechanical and electrical integrity. Provided customized fabrication when needed, and maintained and serviced hydraulic systems.
- Phone No. 225-929-9866
Ship fitter
Eastern Shipbuilding Group
03.1997 - 04.1998
- Shipfitting, welding (mig, stick), operation and maintenance of all heavy equipment.
- Phone No. 850-763-1900
Hazardous Material Coordinator/Sr. Maintenance Technician on the Navy’s L.C.A.C Hovercraft
Textron Marine Systems/Resource Consultants, Inc.
02.1990 - 09.1996
Aircraft Maintenance Specialist, E-4 Sgt.
U.S. Air Force
12.1985 - 12.1989
Education
F.A.A. Airframe License - undefined
Alabama Aviation & Technical College
Bachelor’s Degree - construction management
Louisiana State University
06.2008
Associates Degree - undefined
Baton Rouge Community College
03.2003
Skills
RS Means, Primavera, Sure Trak, MS Project, MS Office applications and Fabtrol
Certification
Certified ISO 9001:2000 A.I.S.C. Internal Auditor. Current TWIC and OSHA SAFETY card. Quality Control and Mix Design, National Precast Concrete Association
Timeline
Estimator / Project Manager / Customer Representative
Gotech Engineering consultants
11.2016 - Current
Estimator
Cajun IDC
10.2014 - 11.2016
Miscellaneous Steel Specialties
04.2014 - 10.2014
Estimator/Project Manager
D.K. Contractors
03.2009 - 04.2014
Project Manager
Shaw SSS Fabricators, Inc.
03.2008 - 03.2009
Chief Operations Officer
One Way Transport
05.2007 - 03.2008
Safety, Environmental and Quality Control Manager
Waskey Bridges, Inc.
06.2006 - 04.2007
Shipping/Logistics Foreman
Shaw SSS Fabricators, Inc.
01.2001 - 06.2006
Commercial Vehicle Technician
Jackson Truck & Trailer Repair
05.1998 - 06.2001
Ship fitter
Eastern Shipbuilding Group
03.1997 - 04.1998
Hazardous Material Coordinator/Sr. Maintenance Technician on the Navy’s L.C.A.C Hovercraft
Textron Marine Systems/Resource Consultants, Inc.
02.1990 - 09.1996
Aircraft Maintenance Specialist, E-4 Sgt.
U.S. Air Force
12.1985 - 12.1989
F.A.A. Airframe License - undefined
Alabama Aviation & Technical College
Bachelor’s Degree - construction management
Louisiana State University
Associates Degree - undefined
Baton Rouge Community College