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John Halstead

Ashburn,VA

Summary

Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional leadership in project and construction management. Specializing in oversight of the installation and upgrade of commercial, industrial mechanical systems. Successfully completing projects in the commercial, industrial, federal, state and local government sectors. Providing a variety of services including project management, scheduling, change management, quality control, quality assurance.

Work History

Facility Assistant

Digital Realty
11.2019 - Current
  • Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
  • Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information.
  • Managed and coordinated all facilities maintenance and repair projects within time and budget constraints.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and supervised all facility-related tasks and activities to monitor performance.
  • Enforced compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental regulations to reduce risks.
  • Directed vendors, facilities staff, and service providers as required to create efficient and non-disruptive work environment.
  • Monitored expenditures and recommended vendor changes to eliminate issues.
  • Contacted trade-specific companies for equipment and building repair quotes.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to optimize safety and operational quality.
  • Communicated with general managers and facility teams regarding upcoming repairs and projects.
  • Collaborated with other departments to foster efficient use of facility space and resources.

HVAC/Plumbing Superintendent

Clover Contracting
02.2017 - 09.2018
  • Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
  • Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.

Construction Manager

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck)
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
  • Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
  • Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
  • Performed daily job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
  • Supervised team of construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
  • Performed daily job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.

Logistics Coordinator

Secor Group
02.2013 - 02.2014
  • Africa Contingency Operations Training & Assistance Program (ACOTA) U.S. Department of State contract.
  • Built inventory into shipments that would be exported via ocean, Military transport and commercial Air to various locations throughout Africa.
  • Managed loading, unloading, movement of ACOTA program materials, supplies, freight.
  • Created reports to provide insights into logistics operations and performance.
  • Implemented systems and procedures for accurate data collection and reporting.
  • Managed inventory levels to verify availability of stock for customer orders.
  • Strategized best methods and tactics for efficient storage and handling of materials.
  • Updated and maintained databases to track shipments and inventory.
  • Monitored and adjusted inventory levels according to demand.

Owner

Unity Mechanical Systems
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Conducted and managed all aspects of installation processes.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.

Mechanical Q/A Q/C Engineer

Balfour Beatty US
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed Mechanical Quality Assurance / Quality Control aspects designated by the three phases of quality control in the USACE (United States Army Corps of Engineers) construction project management.
  • Duties included review of construction submittals, RFI's, activity hazard analyses, conducting preparatory meetings with contractors prior to starting work, daily onsite inspection, documentation of daily construction activities, identification and tracking of work not installed in accordance with specification, and observation and documentation of system testing and commissioning.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.

Construction Project Manager

Unity Mechanical Systems
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Management of all phases of mechanical systems installation for new projects, tenant build out and retro fits
  • Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity and analyzed data to identify and correct holdups.
  • Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
  • Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
  • Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
  • Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
  • Scheduled workforce needs with superintendents and allocated company resources to meet project requirements.

HVAC Foreman

Kent Island Mechanical
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Based at the National Institute of Health (NIH) facility located in Bethesda, MD
  • Projects consisted of major base building retrofits, clean rooms, operating rooms, laboratory retrofit and additions of tenant build out.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Education

GED -

Osbourn Park High School
Manassas, VA

Skills

  • Construction Management
  • Building operations
  • Design and planning
  • Special projects
  • Plumbing systems
  • Vendor coordination
  • Work order management
  • HVAC systems
  • Inspection principles
  • Building, demolition, and renovation
  • Management

Certification

  • Corps of U.S. Army Engineers Training Course - Construction Quality Management for Contractors, 11/01/08, 11/01/13
  • US Department of Homeland Security / IACSSP TSA -Threat Assessment TSA SSI Clearance
  • CCSP Security Training Modules #1, #2, #3 - U.S. Department of Homeland Security
  • Certification of Completion IACSSP Change 5 / IAC Air Cargo Security Training for Indirect Air Carrier - Direct Employee
  • US Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate, 01/01/13, 02/01/15
  • Security Threat Assessment (STA) - U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Timeline

Facility Assistant

Digital Realty
11.2019 - Current

HVAC/Plumbing Superintendent

Clover Contracting
02.2017 - 09.2018

Construction Manager

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck)
01.2014 - 01.2017

Logistics Coordinator

Secor Group
02.2013 - 02.2014

Owner

Unity Mechanical Systems
01.2010 - 01.2013

Mechanical Q/A Q/C Engineer

Balfour Beatty US
01.2008 - 01.2010

Construction Project Manager

Unity Mechanical Systems
01.2006 - 01.2008

HVAC Foreman

Kent Island Mechanical
01.2004 - 01.2006

GED -

Osbourn Park High School

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