John Grayson
Winston Salem,NC
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
SWPPP
Summary
John is a seasoned construction professional with over 40 years of experience, primarily in supervision and management. He has successfully overseen a wide range of projects, including ground-up builds, remodels, and complex facilities like medical offices and university buildings, managing multimillion dollar projects. John excels at coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. Known for his problem-solving skills and commitment to safety, he consistently delivers high-quality results. His leadership and ability to collaborate with architects, engineers, and stakeholders make him a reliable and results-oriented Project Superintendent.
Work History
Traveling Construction Superintendent
D&C Construction
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with subcontractors to streamline communication and improve project delivery timelines.
- Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential issues and proactively addressing them to maintain progress.
- Managed procurement processes for materials and equipment, ensuring timely availability for project execution.
- Led weekly project meetings to assess progress, align team objectives, and address challenges effectively.
Construction Superintendent
IB Builders
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed daily construction operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Supervised subcontractor performance, fostering collaboration and addressing issues proactively.
- Coordinated project schedules, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing delays.
- Conducted site inspections, ensuring compliance with building codes and quality standards.
Traveling Superintendent
Berry-Hutton Contractors
04.2022 - 11.2024
- Led and managed construction projects across multiple locations, ensuring consistent oversight and quality control while traveling to various sites as needed.
- Coordinated effectively with project managers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure seamless communication and timely project completion.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards, conducting regular inspections and ensuring compliance with regulations on all sites.
- Implemented efficient scheduling and resource allocation strategies, optimizing timelines and minimizing delays for more effective project execution.
- Trained and mentored site personnel, improving team productivity and safety awareness through proper construction techniques and protocols.
Construction Superintendent
Invicta Construction Solutions
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Led the construction of a DaVita Dialysis Center from inception to completion in New Martinsville, WV, ensuring all phases of the project met quality, budget, and timeline expectations.
- Coordinated subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to streamline workflow, ensuring efficient task completion and seamless project execution.
- Conducted thorough reviews of architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications to proactively identify and resolve potential conflicts or issues before construction commenced.
- Monitored project progress and provided detailed updates to stakeholders, communicating milestones achieved, addressing any deviations, and ensuring transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborated closely with architects, engineers, and other professionals to resolve design or technical challenges, ensuring the successful implementation of the project's design and technical requirements.
Construction Superintendent
Wagner Development
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Managed daily operations for Walmart remodel projects, overseeing on-site activities to ensure efficient workflow and timely task completion.
- Coordinated schedules for subcontractors and vendors, ensuring alignment with project timelines and minimizing disruptions to the store's operations.
- Quickly resolved any on-site issues, addressing challenges as they arose to keep the project on track and prevent delays.
- Enforced strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines, conducting regular site inspections to ensure a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Maintained clear communication with all project stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and collaborating with the team to resolve any scheduling or operational conflicts.
Construction Superintendent
Shelco LLC
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Led and managed a $20 million university construction project from inception to completion, ensuring strict adherence to project plans, specifications, and timelines.
- Coordinated and supervised subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors, optimizing workflow and ensuring timely task completion to keep the project on schedule.
- Implemented and enforced comprehensive safety protocols, conducting regular site inspections and fostering a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Proactively reviewed architectural drawings, blueprints, and project specifications, identifying and addressing potential issues early to prevent delays or disruptions.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders, architects, and engineers to ensure design integrity and resolve any construction challenges, ensuring the project met both quality and budgetary goals.
Superintendent of Construction
Burns & McDonnell
08.2017 - 11.2018
- Led and managed a diverse portfolio of ground-up and remodeling projects, including grocery stores and medical office facilities, ensuring successful project completion while adhering to timelines and budgets.
- Supervised and directed a team of construction professionals, providing leadership and support across all project phases, from pre-construction through final delivery.
- Developed and implemented efficient project management strategies, optimizing resources and achieving significant cost savings while maintaining project profitability.
- Collaborated closely with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to create detailed project plans and specifications, ensuring alignment on design, scope, and timelines.
- Ensured strict compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards, conducting regular site inspections and taking proactive corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridley High School
Folsom, PA06-1973
Skills
- Structural carpentry experience
- Worksite safety management
- Effective project management
- Calendar management
- Project estimation skills
- Project oversight
- Remodels
- Ground Ups
- Effective project oversight
- Agreement facilitation
- Coordination of subcontractor activities
- Proficient in reading blueprints
- Effective time management
- Expense tracking
- Effective communication
Certification
- OSHA 30
- SWPPP Certification
Timeline
Traveling Construction Superintendent
D&C Construction
05.2025 - 11.2025
Construction Superintendent
IB Builders
11.2024 - 05.2025
Traveling Superintendent
Berry-Hutton Contractors
04.2022 - 11.2024
Construction Superintendent
Invicta Construction Solutions
04.2021 - 04.2022
Construction Superintendent
Wagner Development
08.2019 - 04.2022
Construction Superintendent
Shelco LLC
11.2018 - 08.2019
Superintendent of Construction
Burns & McDonnell
08.2017 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Ridley High School