Karl Bruen
New York,NY
Summary
Results-oriented Construction Manager with over 20 years of experience in the construction and manufacturing industry. Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects within budget and on time. Possess extensive knowledge of all aspects of the construction process, from budgeting and design to subcontractor selection and project oversight. Skilled in financial operations and fostering positive employee relations. Highly motivated and ambitious with an entrepreneurial mindset. Seeking an opportunity to expand and grow with a well-established company. Confident that experience and skill set as a seasoned construction professional would make a valuable asset to your team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Safety Mgr
Complete Safety Services
01.2015 - Current
- Managed work crews on construction of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
- Dealt with City Agencies such as the Department of Buildings/ FDNY CDA/ NYCHA
- Coordinated Safety on Site, tracked and implemented all safety procedures documented progress and variations from plans.
- Determined optimal construction requirements and site plans.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Interfaced with laborers, clients and city agencies to complete projects on-time and under budget.
- Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
- Estimated materials and labor requirements to complete jobs within budgetary and timeline requirements.
Site Superintendent
Skillman Construction Group
11.2010 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and subcontractors for seamless project execution and timely completion.
- Conducted risk assessments regularly during project phases to proactively mitigate potential issues causing delays or cost overruns.
- Worked on Mechanical installations for project and schedules to manage resources effectively and ensure milestones were met consistently.
- Improved project efficiency by implementing streamlined construction processes and effective communication strategies.
- Developed detailed project schedules to manage resources effectively and ensure milestones were met consistently.
Construction Company Owner /PVC Company Owner
Self Employed/ Kilronan Windows And Construction
01.2004 - 11.2010
- I am a Self starter with strong interpersonal, time management and budgeting skills I also have a keen eye for attention to detail. it was these skills that influenced me set up and manage my own construction company working on some of the largest projects in Ireland at the time which included working at Dublin Airport Construction of the New Terminal 2 and working on high end residential projects.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling to smoothly complete each project
- Developed and monitored internal financial budgets to measure against projections.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Implemented quality assurance and safety standards and maintained compliance with construction contract documents and contractor safety program.
- Sustained safety protocols, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling usage of equipment and materials.
- Partnered with engineering and coordinated with GM and contractors to align timelines, phases and work to be performed at accurate time in projects.
- Chaired weekly progress meeting and provided for follow-up coordination.
- Analyzed trade and material proposals and negotiated contracts.
- Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
- Eliminated downtime by troubleshooting installation issues through timely completion.
- Supervised subcontractor progress and coordinated project meetings to discuss milestones and timelines.
Site Manager
Flanagan Construction
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Maintained safe work environment with zero accidents or lost work days.
- Supervised day-to-day operations, equipment use and team of employees.
- Maintained daily communication with sub contractors to drive forward progress of project.
- Performed various job tasks in such areas as electrical, mechanical, plumbing and concrete work.
Education
NYC Department of Buildings/ OSHA
Degree In Construction Studies & Mgt - Construction
Sligo Institute of Technology
Sligo, Ireland2001
Diploma in Computer Engineering -
Sligo Institute of Technology
Sligo, Ireland1999
Skills
- Bid preparation
- Building site supervision
- Planning and design
- Renovations, building and demolition
- Contract coordination
- Interpreting blueprints
- Identifying building costs
- Construction equipment
- Project budgeting
- Building codes and regulations
References
References on request
Education and Training
other,Sligo, Ireland,Sligo, Ireland
Timeline
Site Safety Mgr
Complete Safety Services
01.2015 - Current
Site Superintendent
Skillman Construction Group
11.2010 - 01.2015
Construction Company Owner /PVC Company Owner
Self Employed/ Kilronan Windows And Construction
01.2004 - 11.2010
Site Manager
Flanagan Construction
01.2001 - 01.2004
NYC Department of Buildings/ OSHA
Degree In Construction Studies & Mgt - Construction
Sligo Institute of Technology
Diploma in Computer Engineering -
Sligo Institute of Technology
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