John Janacek
Maxwell
Summary
Results-oriented Construction Manager with expertise in project oversight and team coordination. Skilled in optimizing workflows and enhancing quality assurance to achieve successful project outcomes. Experienced in leading teams, enforcing safety standards, and implementing rigorous quality control measures.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Construction Manager
Lennar
Austin
07.2013 - 01.2026
- Managed and supervised construction projects from start to finish.
- Oversaw daily on-site construction operations, ensuring projects met design specifications and safety standards.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling for simultaneous jobs.
- Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Conducted site inspections to enforce safety compliance and quality standards.
- Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
- Implemented rigorous quality control procedures to uphold high standards of construction and compliance.
- Ensured quality control by regularly inspecting completed work for conformance with contract documents.
- Implemented process improvements to facilitate timely project completion and minimize delays.
- Oversaw project schedules to ensure timely completion of construction phases.
- Coordinated subcontractors and suppliers for efficient workflow management.
- Managed budget allocations to optimize resource use across multiple projects.
- Maintained communication between contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders involved in the project.
- Led team meetings to align goals and address project challenges collaboratively.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in construction management and operations.
- Provided guidance on best practices related to construction management processes.
- Conducted regular site visits to inspect progress and ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Addressed cost overruns and delays by implementing corrective measures and strategies.
- Identified potential conflicts between design drawings, specifications, and actual field conditions.
- Provided direction to staff members regarding technical procedures associated with each project.
- Analyzed blueprints and specifications for accuracy prior to beginning any work activity.
- Monitored daily labor productivity against established goals.
- Participated in meetings with clients and other stakeholders concerning project status updates.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment needed onsite.
- Monitored job sites to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions.
- Utilized project management software to plan, track, and manage construction activities efficiently.
- Organized project schedules and timelines for each construction phase to ensure smooth execution.
- Implemented rigorous quality control procedures to uphold high standards of construction and compliance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Construction Scheduling Manager
Lennar
Austin
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Analyzed scheduling data to identify trends and potential bottlenecks in projects.
- Implemented process improvements for better alignment of schedules with project goals.
- Implemented strategies to improve efficiency in the scheduling process.
- Developed effective scheduling processes to achieve production objectives.
- Implemented a new scheduling system that reduced scheduling conflicts.
- Eliminated discrepancies in scheduling processes, fostering continuous improvements.
- Maintained and developed scheduling systems to streamline workflow.
- Trained staff on scheduling software for improved accuracy and usage standards.
- Provided training to new staff on scheduling policies, procedures, and software systems.
- Developed and updated scheduling policies covering all department activities.
- Collaborated with management to align scheduling practices with company objectives.
- Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives.
- Analyzed current staffing levels, production demands, and customer needs to develop staffing plans.
- Worked with suppliers to maintain steady flow of materials and tools required for operation to meet established schedules.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate special events or projects.
- Led weekly scheduling meetings to address concerns, distribute assignments, and gather feedback.
- Collaborated with outside vendors and served as central point of contact.
- Advised management on ways to reduce labor costs while maintaining quality service.
Construction Manager
CENTEX Homes
Austin
03.2006 - 08.2009
- Coordinated project schedules and site activities for residential developments, ensuring timely completion and adherence to plans.
Skills
- Project management
- Construction scheduling
- Budget management
- Quality control
- Site inspections
- Workflow optimization
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
Timeline
Construction Scheduling Manager
Lennar
11.2020 - 11.2022
Senior Construction Manager
Lennar
07.2013 - 01.2026
Construction Manager
CENTEX Homes
03.2006 - 08.2009