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Joseph Rhodes Jr

LINDENHURST,NY

Summary

Accomplished Construction Manager with a proven track record at Elco Pump And Tank, enhancing project efficiency and client satisfaction through expert coordination and budget management. Skilled in project and construction management, adept at fostering teamwork and streamlining operations. Achieved significant cost reductions and completed projects on schedule, demonstrating strong negotiation and site management capabilities. Hands-on Site Manager with 25 years of construction industry expertise. Proven capability leading teams of up to 20 workers. Mastery in budgeting, quality control and industry best practices. Honest, hard-working and dedicated to building positive rapport with clients and vendors.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Manager

Elco Pump And Tank
03.2004 - Current
  • Oversaw successful completion of all phases of gas station construction, including pump and tank work, site work, and convenience store construction
  • Oversaw the daily operations of pump and tank construction, general construction, maintenance, compliance and electrical crews
  • Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
  • Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Coordinated with local town building Dept., local fire marshal, DEC, Suffolk and Nassau Health Dept.
  • Supervised and coordinated with multiple sub contractors to complete construction
  • Coordinated with architects, engineers and customers


Route Sales Manager

Twin Peaks
03.2003 - 03.2004
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by coordinating efficient routing schedules and adapting to unexpected changes in daily plans.
  • Implemented merchandising strategies that enhanced product visibility at retail locations leading to higher sell-through rates.
  • Streamlined route planning processes for improved efficiency, reducing travel time between stops and increasing overall productivity.

Construction Foreman

Elco Pump And Tank
02.1999 - 03.2003
  • Supervised field crews in electrical, piping and finished concrete
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
  • Verified and submitted team timesheets.

Operations Manager

Kmartcorp
02.1996 - 02.1999
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.

Operations Manager

Caldor Department Store
10.1993 - 01.1996
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.

Hardlines Manager

BJ's Wholesale
08.1990 - 10.1993
  • Enforced safety protocols within the hardlines department to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Increased employee engagement through regular coaching sessions and career development opportunities, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies by conducting thorough inventory audits on a regular basis.
  • Conducted regular competitor analysis to stay current with industry trends and adjust pricing strategies accordingly.

Construction Worker

Elco Pump And Tank
06.1987 - 07.1990

* assisted in the construction of fuel service stations

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Suffolk County Community College
Bay Shore, NY
06.1991

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Construction management
  • Site Management
  • Construction safety
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Estimating

Timeline

Construction Manager

Elco Pump And Tank
03.2004 - Current

Route Sales Manager

Twin Peaks
03.2003 - 03.2004

Construction Foreman

Elco Pump And Tank
02.1999 - 03.2003

Operations Manager

Kmartcorp
02.1996 - 02.1999

Operations Manager

Caldor Department Store
10.1993 - 01.1996

Hardlines Manager

BJ's Wholesale
08.1990 - 10.1993

Construction Worker

Elco Pump And Tank
06.1987 - 07.1990

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Suffolk County Community College
Joseph Rhodes Jr