Josh Prater
Mcintyre,GA
Summary
Professional contractor with strong expertise in project management, budget oversight, and quality control. Adept in coordinating teams, ensuring adherence to safety regulations, and delivering projects on time. Known for adaptability, reliability, and driving successful outcomes. Skilled in construction planning, vendor negotiations, and site supervision.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Self-employeed
Dublin, Georgia
08.2021 - Current
- Compiled maintenance and repair requests for submission to department and reached out to local contractors for bid proposals.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays and schedule changes.
- Resolved conflicts between tenants regarding noise, encroachments and parking.
- Decreased operating costs 25% by implementing cost control procedures.
Contractor
Prater Contracting LLC
Mcintyre, United States
12.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with clients to clarify project scope and align expectations.
- Provided exceptional service to customers, strengthening relationships for future business opportunities.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Synthesized current business intelligence data to produce reports and polished presentations, highlighting findings and recommending changes.
- Enhanced customer experience by delivering quality services and resolving issues efficiently.
Property Manager
Seabreeze Albany LLC
Macon, United States
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Minimized vacancy periods by collaborating with building owners to strategize improvements to marketing initiatives, business plans and tenant outreach programs.
- Evaluated and recommended changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive in the market.
- Monitored rent collections and reconciled accounts to ensure compliance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Coordinated collection procedures for delinquent tenants to recover outstanding rent.
General Manager
Downtown Motors LLC
Macon, United States
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Reduced costs, managed delivery schedules and performed risk analysis to improve overall profitability.
- Developed effective business plans to align strategic decisions with long-term objectives.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
- Identified trends in customer marketplaces to develop valuable solutions.
- Maximized operational excellence by mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.
Automotive Technician
Bonham Chrysler
Bonham, TX
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
Lead Detailer
UniSeal
Bonham, TX
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Applied dyes and reconditioning chemicals to vinyl tops of vehicles to restore color and condition.
- Used cleaning, protective and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.
- Painted engine components and related parts by using spray gun or aerosol can and masking material.
- Performed inspections daily and kept complete, accurate records of vehicle condition.
- Cleaned engine and engine compartment with steam cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime.
- Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Checked quality of work by thoroughly inspecting interior and exterior for additional cleaning requirements.
Sales Associate
Best Buy
Midwest City, Oklahoma
10.2013 - 11.2014
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Recommended accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Hardware Supervisor
Sears Roebuck
Midwest City, Oklahoma
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Monitored cashiers' work and balanced registers to maintain strong financial controls.
- Scheduled workers and delegated assignments to effectively meet expected customer and business demands.
- Built successful retail teams by instilling culture of collaboration and developing daily plans centered on common group goals.
- Engaged associates in daily operations through open communication and upbeat team meetings.
Education
Associate - Business
Rose State College
Midwest City, Oklahoma06-2015
High School Diploma -
Honey Grove Highschool
Honey Grove, TX06-2011
Skills
- Property Management Software
- Conflict Resolution
- Property inspections
- Team building
- Decision making
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Planning and coordination
- Collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 10+ staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Took a failing buy here pay here to one of the most sales in the city.
- Revamped a mobile home park from nothing to a beautiful place to live.
- I also own my company Prater Contracting LLC.
Timeline
Property Manager
Self-employeed
08.2021 - Current
Contractor
Prater Contracting LLC
12.2019 - Current
Property Manager
Seabreeze Albany LLC
10.2019 - 01.2021
General Manager
Downtown Motors LLC
02.2017 - 07.2019
Automotive Technician
Bonham Chrysler
05.2016 - 01.2017
Lead Detailer
UniSeal
02.2015 - 04.2016
Sales Associate
Best Buy
10.2013 - 11.2014
Hardware Supervisor
Sears Roebuck
01.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Honey Grove Highschool
Associate - Business
Rose State College