Jose Orellana
Sealy,TX
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing project tasks, planing workflow and managing employees to achieve goals in a correct and timely manner. Resourceful individual with 10 years of active experience managing in several different work fields. Strong leadership and decision making skills, and always pushing forward to always make it right for whom i am doing work for.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Estimator
Apex Multifamily Builders
04.2023 - Current
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.
- Researched construction cost trends to stay up-to-date with industry developments and changes.
Project Manager
Apex Multifamily Builders
10.2022 - Current
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Superintendent
Apex Multifamily Builders Inc.
06.2022 - Current
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials and field crew actions.
- Inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Maintained safety onsite at all times
- Managed field crews to maintain an up to code construction site.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
CoOwner
Landscape Texas
02.2017 - Current
- Hired and supervised training of employees.
- Managed employees by supervising daily tasks.
- Supported company goals through careful reinvestment of profits.
- Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace, working closely with employees to systemize tasks..
- Drafted invoices for completed work.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses.
- Directed product flow and informed clients of delays and challenges, as well as suggested resolutions.
Foreman
Texas Tropical Plants
05.2012 - 05.2017
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Meticulously tracked parts and equipment used on each job site.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Heavy machinery experience
- Worked with high safety facilities to ensure field crews were right for the project
Education
Diploma -
Sealy High School
Sealy, TX05.2011
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Teambuilding
- Decision-Making
- Self-Motivated
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- PPE Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
Jose enjoys doing what is needed for his family to move forward. Family to him is not only his 3 kids and wife but as well as friends and people that give him a chance to work closely with, and those that give him the opportunity to prove his honesty and his strive to move the whole team forward. He likes to go fishing, hunting, and is very accepting to hanging out with others as a very good listener.
Timeline
Estimator
Apex Multifamily Builders
04.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Apex Multifamily Builders
10.2022 - Current
Superintendent
Apex Multifamily Builders Inc.
06.2022 - Current
CoOwner
Landscape Texas
02.2017 - Current
Foreman
Texas Tropical Plants
05.2012 - 05.2017
Diploma -
Sealy High School