Joseph D. Kerivan
Revere,MA
Summary
Experienced contractor and business owner with a strong track record in managing complex electrical/alarm and construction projects, ensuring top-notch installations, and cultivating lasting client partnerships. Proficient in strategic planning and implementing cost-effective solutions to achieve project objectives, while prioritizing safety compliance. Also, a dedicated mixed martial arts instructor and gym owner with extensive experience. Committed to empowering students to reach their maximum potential through a motivating syllabus that facilitates both professional fighting skills and street self-defense abilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/President
JK Electric & Security Services LLC
12.2003 - Current
- Owned and operated security business
- Active in all facets of the alarm industry including installation, service, sales and employee/subcontractor management
- Specialized in government and UL systems
- Built independent customer base while collaborating with established firms in security and electrical sectors. Provided subcontracting services for diverse security and electrical companies, including JM Protective Services, Family Future Security, ADT, and Simplex to name a few.
Head of Operations, Security, Fire and UL Division
NSI Security
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Solely responsible for creating a Security division within an already existing company
- Leveraged existing customer base to build a foundation for growth
- Expanded company from no clientele to a national presence with multiple offices. Visited various locations across the country frequently to collaborate with contractors and vendors and ensure timelines are kept
- Created a process and flow for all facets of the division including sales, engineering, project management, installation, building account infrastructure, contracts, service, scheduling, tech support, customer support, quality control, profit margin control as well as monitoring services
- Installation of Fire Alarms, Burglar Alarm, Card Access and Camera Systems
- Installed equipment, conduit and wiring for both commercial and residential applications
- Specialized in government and UL systems
- I am also proficient in all phases of Enterphone Systems including installation and servicing
Owner
East Coast Athletics
06.2012 - 04.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Head instructor and head personal trainer
- Launched a training facility for Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA and ICAT instruction.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Head of Engineering
Granite Guard
10.2009 - 10.2012
- Designed comprehensive frameworks supporting seamless collaboration across engineering and project teams nationwide
- Delegated RFPs to engineers based on workload and skill set.
- Developed organized systems in Excel to manage quote data efficiently.
- Oversaw schedule adherence and cost structuring with sales collaborators.
- Analyzed finished projects alongside engineering and project management teams to confirm acceptable profitability.
- Implemented approved engineering budgets and monitored actual expenses to ensure they fall within budgets, analyzing out of budget expenses and ensuring they are offset in other areas of the project unless fully justified
- Negotiate effectively with third-party subcontractors to secure optimal business agreements.
Alarm Installations Lead Technician
Central Signal Alarms
12.2000 - 12.2009
- Installation of Fire Alarms, Burglar Alarms, Card Access Systems and CCTV Systems
- Installed equipment, conduit and wiring for both commercial and residential applications
- I am also proficient in all phases of Enterphone Systems including installation and servicing
Education
High School Diploma -
American School
Home Schooled04.1998
Skills
Technical Skills: Electrical code and fire alarm code knowledge (NFPA) (NEC)
- Commercial/residential/industrial electrical system design
Troubleshooting electrical issues
Power distribution system understanding
Knowledge of electrical components (wiring, panels, fixtures)
Proficiency with electrical testing equipment - Project Management Skills: Project planning and scheduling
Budget management and cost control
Project scope definition and adherence
Risk assessment and mitigation
Project status reporting
- Operational Efficiency Skills: Crew scheduling and dispatch
Labor productivity optimization
Inventory management
Quality control procedures
Preventative maintenance programs - Leadership and Communication Skills: Team leadership and motivation
Effective communication with clients, contractors, and crew members
Conflict resolution
Safety training and compliance oversight - Software Proficiency: Electrical design software (AutoCAD, Revit)
Project management tools (MS Project, Asana) Data analysis software (Excel)
Accomplishments
3rd degree black belt in Krav Mega
2nd degree black belt in ICat
Black belt in small circle jujutsu
Black belt in kenpo
Black belt in taekwondo
Brown belt in Brazilian jujutsu
Muay Thai level of Kru
6 season semi pro football player
ISSA certified in body building and nutrition
Nationwide UL certified in 2050 and 681
Mass life insurance license
Owner of Gym, MMA facility, Personal training business and electrical/alarm company
Timeline
Head of Operations, Security, Fire and UL Division
NSI Security
07.2021 - 08.2024
Owner
East Coast Athletics
06.2012 - 04.2022
Head of Engineering
Granite Guard
10.2009 - 10.2012
Owner/President
JK Electric & Security Services LLC
12.2003 - Current
Alarm Installations Lead Technician
Central Signal Alarms
12.2000 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
American School
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