John Kuefner
New Rochelle,New York
Summary
Accomplished Director of Operations with a proven track record at ACS-NY, LLC / Trident General Contracting, overseeing projects up to $100 million. Expert in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and leadership, with a knack for surpassing project deadlines while ensuring quality and safety. Skilled in risk mitigation and team building, consistently achieving excellence in high-stakes environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
ACS-NY, LLC / Trident General Contracting
2012.09 - Current
- Day 1 officer at start up contracting firm, building multiple large structures in New York City
- Manage workforce of approximately 400, and contracts of $80 - $100 Million annually
- Monitored workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
- Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
Project Manager
Navillus General Contracting
2008.09 - 2012.09
- Managed projects from procurement to commission, including the concrete work at the World Trade Center Memorial, and buildings up to 70 stories tall
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Project Manager
Various Firms
2002.06 - 2008.09
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Built new homes in Westchester County, East Hampton, and several warehouse to condo conversions in New York City
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Research And Industrial Engineering
Cornell Uni
Ithaca, NY05.2002
Skills
- Operations Oversight
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership training
- Risk Mitigation
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Workforce Planning
- Operational Efficiency
- Performance Analysis
- Resource Allocation
- Cost Control
- Schedule oversight
- Customer Retention
- Financial Oversight
- Performance Improvement
- Schedule Management
- Contract Administration
- Customer Relations
- Financial Management
- Logistics
- Effective leader
- Self Motivation
- Delegation
- Team building
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, AutoCad, Primavera
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Budget Control
- Staff Development
- Analytical Skills
- Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Operations Management
Timeline
Director of Operations
ACS-NY, LLC / Trident General Contracting
2012.09 - Current
Project Manager
Navillus General Contracting
2008.09 - 2012.09
Project Manager
Various Firms
2002.06 - 2008.09
Bachelor of Science - Operations Research And Industrial Engineering
Cornell Uni
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