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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Luis Cantillo

Luis Cantillo

Houston,USA

Summary

Results-driven construction and operations manager with a proven track record of spearheading multimillion-dollar projects to success. Over a decade of experience in optimizing operations, enhancing project efficiency, and ensuring seamless execution in the construction industry. Adept at fostering high-performance teams, streamlining processes, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive bottom-line results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

The New Generation Engineering Construction
01.2024 - Current

Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.

  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep the project on track.
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
  • Managed budgets exceeding $1 million while effectively controlling costs through diligent financial oversight.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
  • Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
  • Introduced advanced estimating software tools, enhancing team productivity while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.

Project Manager

Refractory Construction Services
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
  • Oversaw high-profile projects by planning, designing, and scheduling phases
  • Fostered relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships
  • Drove team success through a shared vision and recognition of quality performance
  • Construction Management
  • Project scheduling
  • Primavera P6
  • Oracle
  • SharePoint
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Construction Documentation
  • Team Assignments
  • Time Management
  • Cost Estimation
  • Site Measuring and Marking
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Multi-Project Coordination

Project Engineer

Apache Industrial Services
03.2018 - 08.2021
  • Completed daily construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget, and meeting project deadlines
  • Planned and managed engineering projects and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs
  • Crew Scheduling
  • Project Leadership
  • Operations Manager
  • Blueprints and Schematics
  • Daily Reporting
  • Procedure Planning

General Foreman/Superintendent

Brock Group
03.2010 - 03.2018
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency
  • Assigned daily duties to each employee based on individual strengths, effectively completing 100% of jobs on time.
  • Managed 85 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.

Education

Bachelors - Management

Ashworth College
Atlanta, GA
01.2024

Associate - Construction Management

Ashworth College
Atlanta, GA
09.2020

Certificate in Construction Estimating - Construction Estimating

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
09.2017

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Quality Control
  • Contract Preparation
  • KPI Tracking
  • Documentation Management
  • Project Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Leadership
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Project Scheduling
  • Cross-Functional Communication
  • Training and mentoring
  • Meeting participation
  • Cost Control
  • Agile Methodology

Certification

  • Construction Estimating. ASPE proficiency test.
  • OSHA 30
  • Fireproofing Carboline products Certification
  • PMP Exam Prep Full Training
  • The Ultimate Project Manager: The Project Schedule
  • Project Manager with Primavera P6
  • NCCER Industrial Painter
  • NCCER Scaffold Builder

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

The New Generation Engineering Construction
01.2024 - Current

Project Manager

Refractory Construction Services
08.2021 - 11.2023

Project Engineer

Apache Industrial Services
03.2018 - 08.2021

General Foreman/Superintendent

Brock Group
03.2010 - 03.2018

Associate - Construction Management

Ashworth College

Bachelors - Management

Ashworth College

Certificate in Construction Estimating - Construction Estimating

San Diego State University
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