John Laviero
Bristol,CT
Summary
Motivated Construction Manager highly effective at finding the best methods possible to complete exceptional construction projects. Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles and concepts. Familiar with preparing and negotiating contracts with suppliers. Construction Manager who collaborates successfully with project managers, project supervisors, project foreman, owners all maintenance supervisors and construction staff to complete multi-million dollar projects. Construction Manager who provides clear direction and explains plans and contract terms in a clear and understandable way. Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Superintendent
Martin Laviero Contractors
2015.04 - Current
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays, and causes.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Streamlined communication among team members, leading to increased productivity and better collaboration.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance in technical skills development and fostering a positive work environment for professional growth.
- Reduced downtime on construction sites through proactive maintenance planning and quick resolution of equipment issues.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
- Read plans and blueprints and communicated to workers.
- Analyzed blueprints and other project specifications to completely understand all job requirements and determine how many workers would be required onsite.
- Mixed mortar to lay bricks, stones and concrete sidewalks.
- Constructed durable masonry structures for long-lasting results using various materials such as brick, stone, and concrete blocks.
- Constructed aesthetically pleasing retaining walls that effectively managed water runoff while enhancing landscape design appeal.
- Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
Purchase Agent / Equipment Coordinator / Management
Manafort Brothers Inc / Manafort Precision LLC
2007.11 - 2014.10
- Responsible for purchasing any and all items for 2 companies
- Price check all invoices for items purchased throughout company
- Distribute purchase orders to the whole company
- Meet with vendors discussing upcoming projects and items to be purchased for the projects
- Coordinate equipment rentals
- Meet and setup new supply vendors
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases
- Negotiated pricing with vendors regarding wholesale billing and marketing procedures
- Trained new employees on procurement procedures
- Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable
- Liaised with vendors to order and maintain inventory of office supplies
- Managed hundreds of accounts receivable accounts working directly with the Financial Management Office
- Performed accounts receivable duties including invoicing, researching chargebacks, discrepancies and reconciliations
- Developed reputation as an efficient service provider with high levels of accuracy
- Answered an average of [40] calls per day by addressing project managers, superintendents, and foreman inquiries, solving problems and providing new product information
- Handled daily heavy flow of paperwork and cooperated with the accounting departments on invoicing and shipping problems
- Scheduled weekly inventory pickups and deliveries with vendors
- Managed wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently
- Executed in-season pricing strategies, including promotions and markdowns to reach financial targets of number
- Routinely answered customer questions regarding merchandise and pricing
- Recommended alternative items if product was out of stock.
Owner operator of a small business
Johnnie Jons LLC
2004.01 - 2007.08
- Worked to get contracts for the company
- Coordinate times and locations with customers for rentals
- Order and purchase materials and supplies for daily and weekend events
- Maintain and purchase equipment to do the work
- Organize routes and schedules for workers to do service on a weekly basis
- Do billing and collections for the customers
- Everything it takes to manage and run a business.
Equipment Coordinator/Purchaser
Manafort Brothers Inc
1999.11 - 2004.12
- Main contact for tools for the company
- Purchase hand tools and equipment
- Responsible for tracking and inventory for tools and equipment
- Kept strong relations with mechanics, supervisors, and overall job progression
- In charge of equipment rentals
- Managed rental agreements
- Tracked and kept maintenance records on all electrical tools.
Store Manager
Rental Works and Supply
1995.12 - 1999.10
- Responsible for running an equipment and supply business
- Purchasing, Inventory, Maintenance, Sales counter, Advertising, Etc
- Construction supply store that catered to contractors and homeowners.
Laborer / Foreman
Manafort Brothers Inc.
1989.09 - 1995.07
- Proficient in all construction applications
- Site work, Concrete, Structural, Plumbing, Electrical, Demolition
- Layout and surveying skills.
Education
Briarwood College
Southington, CT01.1998
Skills
- Excellent customer relations
- General contracting professional
- Subcontractor management
- Knowledgeable in construction safety
- Best building practices
- Design experience
- Project scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Budgeting and finance
- Vendor sourcing and negotiations
- Multi-operations management
- Cost control techniques
- Inventory control
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Complex problem solving
- Contracts negotiations
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective leader
- Team leadership
- Staff training / development
- Motivated self starter
- Organization
- Multi-tasking
- High profile support work
- Commercial construction
- Scaffolding
- Interior and exterior renovations
- Building systems and services
- OSHA compliance
- Quality control
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Grading expertise
- Site preparation
- Road Construction
- Soil Compaction
- Asphalt Spreading
- Commercial construction experience
- Grade checking
- Demolition Procedures
- Project estimation and bidding
- Paving Techniques
- Site Observation
- Loader Operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Project Management
- Construction management
- Critical Thinking
Phone
860-845-2468, 860-990-4711
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
Martin Laviero Contractors
2015.04 - Current
Purchase Agent / Equipment Coordinator / Management
Manafort Brothers Inc / Manafort Precision LLC
2007.11 - 2014.10
Owner operator of a small business
Johnnie Jons LLC
2004.01 - 2007.08
Equipment Coordinator/Purchaser
Manafort Brothers Inc
1999.11 - 2004.12
Store Manager
Rental Works and Supply
1995.12 - 1999.10
Laborer / Foreman
Manafort Brothers Inc.
1989.09 - 1995.07
Briarwood College