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On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation: Harlingen, TX
Open to relocation: Yes
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Jose Turrubiates
Harlingen,TX
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Summary
Construction and operations leader with a background in project management, field oversight, budgeting, and team coordination across commercial projects. Brings hands-on experience managing schedules, subcontractors, compliance, and day-to-day operations while supporting multimillion-dollar project delivery and business process improvement.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
EB Merit Construction
Pharr, Texas
10.2023 - 10.2026
- Reviewed and evaluated business procedures, then put structure in place to improve day-to-day operations.
- Managed operations and logistics for multimillion-dollar business.
- Assigned work to staff, set priorities, and established goals.
- Directed field operations across commercial construction projects for EB Merit Construction.
Project Manager
DFW Constructors
Harlingen, TX
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed construction of health care clinics across South Texas and Corpus Christi area, ensuring alignment with project goals. Oversaw financial budgets and construction activities for each project, maintaining accountability for resource allocation. Created construction schedules and milestones, facilitating timely project completion. Interacted daily with the design team, including architects, engineers, and customer VPs. Promoted the development of current and future projects.
- Managed schedules, budgets, and subcontractor coordination across construction sites.
- Oversaw DFW Constructors projects from initial planning to final closeout.
- Reviewed drawings, specifications, and permits for project compliance.
Project Manager
Southwest Electrical Contracting Services
San Antonio, TX
01.2019 - 04.2021
- As a project manager, I supervise over 20 employees and several sub- contractors. I develop the overall project's schedule and assist in their daily tasks while maintaining the company's budget. Managed all aspects of projects from start to close, including submittals, rfis, ewrs, and change orders. I monitor labor productivity in relation to material usage and time management. Handled monthly billing and monitored subcontractor billing for productivity. Enhanced company image by consistently meeting project timelines.
- Managed project budgets, contracts, and change orders for commercial construction work
- Reviewed submittals, RFIs, and construction documents for project compliance
- Coordinated DFW Constructors project schedules with subcontractors and field teams
Construction Manager/Project Manager
Holmont, LLC
Pharr, TX
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed construction and financial aspects of daily operations in commercial and industrial sectors. Oversaw multiple projects and activities, fostering relationships with customers. Supervised over 13 employees and several sub-contractors to meet the goals and conditions of several ongoing projects. Marketed company potential through estimating and direct outreach to private owners and public entities..
- Led construction crews at Holmont job sites to ensure efficient workflow.
- Managed subcontractors and vendors while coordinating delivery schedules for Holmont projects.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and project specifications for build readiness.
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Commercial Building Specialties
Harlingen, TX
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion
- Executed design-build projects, originating contracts to streamline project delivery
- Supervise subcontractors and personnel through scheduling in order to meet contractual conditions of project performance
- Negotiated agreements, drafted contracts, secured permits and licenses to facilitate project compliance
- Promoted company services through targeted marketing strategies and pursued business development opportunities to drive project engagement
OPERATIONS/PROJECT MANAGER
Pietra Construction, LLC
Harlingen, TX
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Oversee all daily operational aspects in the field
- Provided project management for multiple jobs simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications
- Managed project estimating, budgets, and subcontractor relationships to ensure project alignment
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and building specialists to achieve design and construction goals
- Hired and trained new staff to enhance team performance
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Sean Andrew Construction, LLC
Harlingen, TX
01.2000 - 01.2013
- Managed daily operations and business functions in construction office, ensuring alignment with project goals
- Managed large-scale projects from initiation to completion, coordinating resources and timelines for successful delivery
- Monitor progress, financial control, and ensure quality of all projects
- Oversee project estimating and budgets
- Oversaw project submittals and tracking, facilitating timely approvals and updates
- Facilitated communication among owners, customers, and subcontractors to ensure project alignment.
BUILDING INSPECTOR/HEALTH OFFICIAL
City of San Benito
San Benito, TX
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Reviewed and issued permits for commercial and residential buildings, ensuring compliance with city regulations
- Monitored compliance with city codes and ordinances
- Performed structural, electrical, mechanical and OJT inspections
- Collaborated with State of Texas Health Department to bring area restaurants into compliance with health codes
- Initiated and implemented several state-mandated programs such as Backflow Prevention for Potable Water
- Represented building and zoning departments at City board meetings and public hearings, advocating for community development and safety
ADMINISTRATOR
Harlingen Rehabilitation Center
Harlingen, TX
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Oversee daily operations for an adult nursing center
- Oversaw the overall care of over 100 patients and coordinated with nursing staff, therapists, and service personnel.
- Managed finances while ensuring compliance with patient care standards
- Developed and coordinated dietary plans for patients in collaboration with healthcare staff. with staff, and doctors
- Compiled and submitted periodic reports to state officials on patient care standards. and correspondence with state officials regarding patient care and building conditions
GENERAL MANAGER/CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
Amigos Aviation
Harlingen, TX
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Doubled revenues and production by streamlining business and tapping into other industry markets
- Managed company finances and liaised with bankers and external CPAs
- Managed personnel, including contract commercial pilots, maintenance and service crew, and office staff, ensuring team alignment and performance
- Developed and implemented company policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
- Ensured compliance with all FAA regulations and local airport requirements to maintain operational integrity
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS01-2018
POST BACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE - CONSTRUCTION
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA01-2016
BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING - ACCOUNTING
University of Texas Pan-American
Edinburg01-2001
Skills
- Construction management
- Project engineering
- Project coordination
- Construction estimating
- Budget management
- Cost management
- Financial management
- Financial analysis
- Operations oversight
- Project planning
- Construction project scheduling
- Resource management
- Contract management
- Contract negotiation
- Project implementation
- Project risk management
- Quality assurance
- Quality control
- Construction Logistics
- Civil Work (3 years)
- Structural (7 years)
- Commercial construction
- Residential construction
- Remodeling (10 years)
- Maintenance (5 years)
- Plumbing (7 years)
- Blueprint reading
- Microsoft Project (5 years)
- MS Office (10 years)
- Hand Tools (10 years)
- Operational process improvement
- Program management
- Dispute resolution
- Strategic planning
- Team management
- Performance evaluation
- Resource distribution
- Multimillion-dollar P&L management
- Business operations
- Schedule coordination
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Client Management
- Financial management
- Schedule coordination
- Time management
- Cost Management
- Communication skills
Certification
- State of Texas Plumbing Inspector 2001 to 2004 Certified as an inspector for plumbing in a Municipality.
- IBC/IRC- Plumbing and Gas 2000 to 2004
- IBC/IRC- Electrical Inspector 2001 to 2004
- ACI- Concrete Field Tester and Lab Tester 1998 to 2004
- IBC/IRC- Energy Code 2002 to 2004
- Backflow Tester and Installer 2002 to 2004
- IBC/IRC- Mechanical 2001 to 2004
- Driver's License
Personal Information
- Title: CONSTRUCTION/ DIR.OF OPERATIONS/PROJECT MANAGER
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Additional Information
- SKILLS SOFTWARE: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Intuit Quickbooks
- GENERAL: Fluent in Spanish
- Strong experience in all administrative and building aspects of the construction field including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural
- Knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling
- Previously certified as Backflow Prevention Tester, MEP inspector, ACI-structural concrete inspector and certified in Energy Code
- Hold current certification in MBCI Metal Roofing Installation
- Experience in welding and fabrication, automotive mechanics, diesel machinery and Cessna aircraft
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Director of Operations
EB Merit Construction
10.2023 - 10.2026
Project Manager
DFW Constructors
05.2021 - 03.2023
Project Manager
Southwest Electrical Contracting Services
01.2019 - 04.2021
Construction Manager/Project Manager
Holmont, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Commercial Building Specialties
01.2016 - 01.2017
OPERATIONS/PROJECT MANAGER
Pietra Construction, LLC
01.2013 - 01.2016
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Sean Andrew Construction, LLC
01.2000 - 01.2013
BUILDING INSPECTOR/HEALTH OFFICIAL
City of San Benito
01.2000 - 01.2004
ADMINISTRATOR
Harlingen Rehabilitation Center
01.2000 - 01.2001
GENERAL MANAGER/CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
Amigos Aviation
01.1997 - 01.2000
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
University of Southern Mississippi
POST BACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE - CONSTRUCTION
Louisiana State University
BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING - ACCOUNTING
University of Texas Pan-American