Josh Meighan
Elk Run Heights,IA
Summary
Dynamic construction professional with a proven track record at Cedar Valley Builders LLC, excelling in project management and client relations. Expert in budgeting and cost reduction, I foster team leadership and operational efficiency, driving high-quality project delivery and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and relationship building.
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Cedar Valley Builders LLC
07.2020 - Current
- Oversaw project management from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality construction projects.
- Developed and implemented effective budgeting strategies to optimize resource allocation and minimize costs.
- Established relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
- Managed subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Conducted regular site inspections to enforce safety regulations and compliance with building codes.
- Mentored junior staff in construction techniques, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
- Streamlined operational processes, improving efficiency in project execution and resource management.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Leadman- Building and Grounds
Viking Pump
10.2010 - 07.2020
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment usage and maintenance procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple production lines to optimize output.
- Conducted quality inspections, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely replenishment of materials to support production demands.
Owner
Iowa Home Improvement
03.2002 - 10.2010
- Oversaw project management from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality construction projects.
- Developed and implemented effective budgeting strategies to optimize resource allocation and minimize costs.
- Established relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
- Managed subcontractor performance, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Conducted regular site inspections to enforce safety regulations and compliance with building codes.
- Mentored junior staff in construction techniques, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
- Streamlined operational processes, improving efficiency in project execution and resource management.
- Researched industry trends to identify new opportunities for business growth and service expansion.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Supervisor
Valley Transportation Inc.
11.1999 - 03.2002
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and operational procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing productivity across multiple teams.
- Implemented inventory management systems to reduce waste and improve accuracy.
- Coordinated schedules and resource allocation to meet production targets consistently.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and drive process improvements.
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waterloo East High School
Waterloo, IA05-1993
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Project management
- Operations management
- Business management
- Client service
- Project estimating
- Staff management
- Team oversight
- Financial management
- Staff hiring
- Bidding processes
- Contract management
- Financial planning
- Cost reduction
- Budget development
- Human resource management
- Labor relations
- Quality management systems
- Crisis management
- Profit and loss
- Hiring and staffing
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Effective leader
- Scheduling
Accomplishments
Operational Supervisor I was able to completely update and renovate inventory stocking and tracking taking our facility for years of being in the red to being profitable
Leadman for Building and Grounds at Viking Pump, brought skillset and knowledge to plan and execute a massive remodel project to save the board time giving quarterly meeting with new space I spearheaded the hands on renovation of, saving the company nearly $1M keeping project in house vs hiring outside contractors to complete the same work.
Multiple recognition awards from our upper management at our production plant, as well as down town headquarters and foundry; coming up with solutions that had plagued the business for years; mostly due to their new found ability keeping 90% of renovation work in house since I possess the knowledge/expertise to handle each scope required.
Built 2 successful construction businesses from word of mouth only due to attention to detail planning and executing jobs regardless of size.
Certification
Class A CDL with every endorsement except HAZMAT/chauffeur
Former certified federal vehicle inspector
Former certified A/C tech for Petebilt
Current certified home inspector working with banks/mortgage companies/clients
Licesenced General Contractor 31yrs+
Former Class Certifications on "Becoming a better Supervisor" and "Dealing with troubled employees"
Timeline
Owner
Cedar Valley Builders LLC
07.2020 - Current
Leadman- Building and Grounds
Viking Pump
10.2010 - 07.2020
Owner
Iowa Home Improvement
03.2002 - 10.2010
Supervisor
Valley Transportation Inc.
11.1999 - 03.2002
High School Diploma -
Waterloo East High School