Lisa Phifer
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Handy Woman and Installer
Self-employeed
04.2023 - Current
- Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Install complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Lay out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Inspect s installations to check for functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Calculates materials and time needed for each job.
- Work with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
Closet Install Manager/Lead Installer
Wilshire Cabinet Co
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and Warehouse management to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Met with customers onsite to develop installation strategy and coordinated with staff to facilitate access to product locations.
- Used hand tools, power drills, multiple saws, scaffolding, and ladders
- Participated in educational opportunities, maintaining working knowledge of company network and reading technical publications.
Handy Woman
Self Employed- Hammer & Heels
08.2013 - 03.2021
- Served clients with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage home renovations.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Trained and mentored new laborers.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Handled all estimates/Invoices/ and payments.
- Worked with Paint, tile, hardwood, light plumbing, cabinet install, sheetrock, texturing, along with design and sales
Handy Man Apprentice
John Chism Handy Man
05.2011 - 07.2013
- Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
- Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
- Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
- Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
- Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
Preschool Teacher
Couts Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Production Manager
LIFO Systems
11.1997 - 08.2007
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Redlands Community College
El Reno, OK05.1997
Skills
- Professional Relationships
- Operational Planning
- Design Specifications
- Customer Interaction
- Installation Management
- Interior Trimming
- Improvement Strategies
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Environmental Conditions
- Accurate Estimates
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Electric Drills
- Operational Efficiency
- Employee Performance Reviews
Accomplishments
Awarded Best of 405 in 2022 for Custom Closet Design and Installation
Runner up for Best of 405 in 2023
Timeline
Handy Woman and Installer
Self-employeed
04.2023 - Current
Closet Install Manager/Lead Installer
Wilshire Cabinet Co
04.2021 - 03.2023
Handy Woman
Self Employed- Hammer & Heels
08.2013 - 03.2021
Handy Man Apprentice
John Chism Handy Man
05.2011 - 07.2013
Preschool Teacher
Couts Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2011
Production Manager
LIFO Systems
11.1997 - 08.2007
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Redlands Community College
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