KARA MARTINEZ

• Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders. • Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
• Coordinated on-site construction shutdowns, testing and inspections, reporting details and concerns to designated team supervisors.

• Coordinated power equipment use and maintenance to create safe working environment, limit accidents and prevent damages.
• Continuously inspected job sites for observation of safety protocols by staff and subcontractors.
• Participated in project budget and cost control measures, tracking progress and making necessary financial adjustments to meet company goals.

• Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
• Monitored supply levels and identified cost-effective materials to reduce project expenses.
• Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.

• Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
• Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.

• Led and directed team of 15+ subcontractors workers on retail project assignment in deadline-driven environment.
• Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.

• Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.

• Made financial and logistics decisions,
• consulted with potential clients,
• managed operations
• budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable,
• kept up-to-date on regulatory changes,
• established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors

Supervised highly skilled electricians, carpenters, plumbers and other tradesmen on job sites for commercial projects.
• Managed projects with large labor, equipment and material budgets.
• Ordered supplies and controlled inventory to keep overhead low and maintain supply availability.

• Scheduled subcontractors to stagger work and streamline completion of project phases.
• Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
• Contracted and supervised workers residential/commercial renovations and new construction jobs.

• Select subcontractors and manage on-site personnel from multiple trades through all phases of construction
• Negotiate costs estimates with clients
• Develop and enforce company policies and safety regulations

• Completed 200 unit apartment rehab 5% under budget Oversaw entire interior finish of $15 million, 22 unit luxury condo project that cam in 3 weeks ahead of schedule despite material delays and unforeseen subcontractor dispute 100% project completion while meeting strict timeline and budget requirements • Slashed material and equipment expenses by 15-20% by negotiating valuable vendor contracts

• Increased sales 15% by educating clients on adding value-added extras to increase property value • Reduced turnover 15% through effective problem solving and communication

• Supported VP of Operations, supported project managers, N/A

• Worked for USG/L&W SUPPLY CORPORATION, N/A