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Keith Olsen

Hoffman Estates,IL

Summary

Knowledgeable individual skilled in multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing and carpentry. Successful General Contractor successful working with various personalities and meeting very tight deadlines on variety of commercial and residential projects. Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities and updates clients.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

General Contractor

SRG Home Improvement
06.2010 - Current
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between subcontractors and clients.
  • Reduced budget overages by carefully monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Completed projects on time and within budget through meticulous scheduling and coordination of resources.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and consistent followthrough.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely completion without sacrificing quality or exceeding budgets.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and clients to ensure seamless integration of design elements into construction projects.

Fire Lieutenant

Village Of Niles, IL
02.2003 - Current
  • Improved fire personnel response times by implementing efficient training programs and drills.
  • Enhanced firefighting strategies by conducting regular reviews of incident reports and analyzing trends.
  • Developed strong working relationships with community leaders for better emergency response coordination.
  • Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
  • Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
  • Managed budget allocations for station resources, optimizing cost-efficiency without sacrificing essential services.

Owner/Carpenter

KO Construction
01.2000 - 06.2010
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.

Education

MBA - Project Management

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement And Justice Administration

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
05.1997

Skills

  • Project Safety
  • Labor Oversight
  • Project Scope Assessment
  • Worksite Safety
  • Construction Site Management

Affiliations

  • Woodworking
  • Running
  • Fishing

Timeline

General Contractor

SRG Home Improvement
06.2010 - Current

Fire Lieutenant

Village Of Niles, IL
02.2003 - Current

Owner/Carpenter

KO Construction
01.2000 - 06.2010

MBA - Project Management

Columbia Southern University

Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement And Justice Administration

Western Illinois University

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