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Kareem Durra

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Seeking a responsible position the loss control/risk management industry, utilizing strong administrative, communication and interpersonal skills. Prefer a progressive company where my skills can be utilized to promote long term corporate goals.

32 Years of successful experience, performing real estate appraisals, residential high value, commercial loss control and customer service for clients with four different organizations. Thirteen years of residential and commercial construction experience.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to relate effectively with all types of clients, fellow staff members and management. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple freelance assignments concurrently, meeting deadlines and client satisfaction. Possessing excellent communication skills while interacting effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel at all levels.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Contractor-Commercial Loss Control Field Representative

SCI Inspections
08.2005 - Current
  • Duties include scheduling, inspecting, and completing P & C inspections, Workers Compensation site inspections, Cannabis, Multi Lines, Auto, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, Liquor Liability, Garage Keepers Legal Liability, Builders Risk, Contractors/Job Site inspections, Products Liability, Specialty Lines, Apartments/HOA Inspections, Hotel/Motel and Casino inspections
  • Completing reports within 14-day period and rush assignments within 2-3 days
  • Extensive knowledge in markets such as Las Vegas, Henderson, Inland Empire, Los Angeles, and Northern Arizona
  • Estimated 50% of work performed as Workers Compensation loss control and site inspections
  • Assisted clients in organization of safety programs and safety related training materials
  • Mock OSHA inspections performed as added service for clients to ensure OSHA standards were followed
  • Experience in virtual inspections nationwide.
  • Worked with clients and risk management specialists to provide meaningful solutions that met client needs
  • Prepared reports for clients and underwriters regarding property loss features and recommendations for improvement and future needs

Independent Contractor-Commercial Loss Control Field Representative

Cox and Smith Risk Management
10.2004 - 06.2017
  • Duties include scheduling, inspecting, and completing P & C inspections, Workers Compensation site inspections, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, DIC, EQ and Flood, Liquor Liability, Garage Keepers Legal Liability, Builders Risk, Contractors/Job Site inspections, Products Liability, Specialty Lines, Apartments/HOA Inspections, Hotel/Motel and Casino inspections
  • Completing reports within 14-day time and rush assignments within 2-3 days
  • Extensive knowledge in markets such as Las Vegas, Henderson, Inland Empire, Los Angeles, and Northern Arizona
  • Additional coverage in Northern California, including San Francisco and surround Bay Area Communities.

Independent Contractor

Cornerstone Appraisal Services
12.2006 - 08.2013
  • High Value Residential Replacement Cost Appraiser
  • Duties include scheduling, inspecting, and completing high value residential insurance replacement cost appraisals using E2Value and Marshal and Swift RCT databases
  • Completing reports within 30-day time frame and averaging 60-75 completed reports per month with 98% average on quality
  • Extensive knowledge in markets such as Las Vegas Valley, Henderson, Reno, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Manhattan Beach, and other parts of Southern California
  • Additional areas include Flagstaff, Bullhead City and Lake Havasu, Arizona.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time

Waterproofing and Roofing Field Inspector

IRC Technologies
12.2005 - 12.2006
  • Performed field inspections for waterproofing and roofing
  • Independent third-party inspections performed for General Contractors in Las Vegas and Surrounding areas
  • Projects ranged from multimillion-dollar high rise condominiums to billion-dollar casino/hotel projects
  • Inspected waterproofing and roofing contractors for quality assurance and warranty issues
  • Worked with Sub Contractors and Foreman to resolve problems during and after waterproofing and roofing process
  • Reported to General Superintendent and Project Manager of any pending issues at job site during process/installation of waterproofing and roofing

Partner

Pacific Appraisal Network
01.1991 - 12.2005
  • Primary duties included daily managing of business
  • Researching properties to be inspected for appraisal, handling phone calls, and dealing with client questions and concerns about pending appraisals, inputting of appraisal report and from time to time, field inspections
  • Managed 20 full time employees and appraisers
  • Work included Light Commercial appraisals, Vacant Site or as if Vacant, Site as if Improved, Multi Family Residences, Single Family Residences, and other types of valuation processes.
  • Oversaw firm's day-to-day administrative operations, provided guidance to support staff and enforced compliance with state, federal, and local regulations across organization.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency
  • Stayed informed on industry developments and market trends to gain competitive advantage
  • Prepared and presented reports on status of projects and initiatives

Owner/Partner

Self Employed
01.1991 - 12.2004
  • Purchased and refurbished single family and multifamily homes for resale
  • Work performed included electrical, plumbing, painting, concrete, roofing, and overall remodeling
  • Refurbished properties for future rental and resale
  • Worked with various El Pollo Loco and Arby's Franchisees in remodeling interior and exterior of locales, not limited to interior painting, exterior painting, installing new drywall, texturing walls, exterior stucco work, interior kitchen and dining area tile, paneling, suspended ceilings and remodeling bathrooms and kitchen to accommodate American Disabilities Act Requirements for handicapped clientele
  • Managed crew of 25 employees, skilled and unskilled.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Education

Degree of B.S - Occupational Safety and Health

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
06.2025

Certificate of Completion for Basic Adjusting and Catastrophe Adjusting - Catastrophe Adjusting/basic Adjusting

NCA Group
Ardmore, Oklahoma
06.2015

ISO Field Brush Training -

ISO Field Brush Training
Sierra Madre, California
02.2007

Real Estate Appraisal Courses and Real Estate Finance Courses -

Mount San Antonio College
Walnut, California
2020

Skills

  • Client Service
  • Business Development
  • Deadline adherence
  • Scope definition
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • MS Office

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Independent Contractor

Cornerstone Appraisal Services
12.2006 - 08.2013

Waterproofing and Roofing Field Inspector

IRC Technologies
12.2005 - 12.2006

Independent Contractor-Commercial Loss Control Field Representative

SCI Inspections
08.2005 - Current

Independent Contractor-Commercial Loss Control Field Representative

Cox and Smith Risk Management
10.2004 - 06.2017

Owner/Partner

Self Employed
01.1991 - 12.2004

Partner

Pacific Appraisal Network
01.1991 - 12.2005

Degree of B.S - Occupational Safety and Health

Columbia Southern University

Certificate of Completion for Basic Adjusting and Catastrophe Adjusting - Catastrophe Adjusting/basic Adjusting

NCA Group

ISO Field Brush Training -

ISO Field Brush Training

Real Estate Appraisal Courses and Real Estate Finance Courses -

Mount San Antonio College

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