John Simpson
Griffin,GA
Summary
Experienced General Contractor with top-notch implementation and project management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in Construction Management planning and deployment.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Pace Construction
Stockbridge, GA
02.2022 - Current
- Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Recorded all project costs and expenses and aligned with project budget.
- Worked with third-party vendors to streamline appropriate processes for product storage, transportation and disposal.
Licensed General Contractor
JCS Door And Window Inc.
Moorpark, CA
04.1987 - 03.2020
- Assessed Residential and Commercial project plans, spoke with clients or designers and visited job site to better understand project scope and client desires.
- Managed talented teams of electricians, carpenters, plumbers and other craftsmen on commercial and residential projects.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
- Maximized cost savings by assessing subcontractor bids before completing contract agreements.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes.
- Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
- Supervised labor, materials and equipment for large commercial projects with budgets in excess of $5,000,000.
- Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
- Reviewed plans from architects and consulted with clients to gain deeper understanding of project plans, constraints and objectives.
- Improved operations and boosted profits by streamlining procedures, controlling waste and bringing in new clients.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Monitored, coached and supervised team of 49 employees in 2003-2006.
- Promoted compliant practices and established well coordinated strategies and procures to reduce risks.
- Monitored supply levels and identified cost-effective materials to reduce project expenses.
- Managed hiring for certain roles and actively coordinated talent management and recruitment.
- Oversaw annual budget to handle supply, labor and maintenance needs.
Amphibious Assault Vehicle Crew Chief
USMC - AAV HQ 27th MAB
Twentynine Palms, CA
06.1983 - 04.1987
- Developed, resourced and executed squad's various strength and training strategies to improve mission readiness in tactical fields.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taft High School
Woodland Hills, CA06.1980
Skills
- High End Custom Residential
- Scheduling Releases
- Managing Revenue Projections
- Budgetary Controls
- Vendor Selection
- Project Deadlines
- Project Permitting
- Background in Project Management
- Subcontractor Relations
- Project Proposals
- Restoration Projects
- Environmental Remediation
- Self-Motivated
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Pace Construction
02.2022 - Current
Licensed General Contractor
JCS Door And Window Inc.
04.1987 - 03.2020
Amphibious Assault Vehicle Crew Chief
USMC - AAV HQ 27th MAB
06.1983 - 04.1987
High School Diploma -
Taft High School
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