Luke Franke
Millstadt,IL
Summary
Strategic Construction Manager with demonstrated success assessing project scope and adhering to deadlines. Safety-conscious and detail-oriented with a four-year industry background. Well-versed in team leadership and task delegation to drive project progress and foster client satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
Gillespie & Powers
09.2022 - Current
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Reduced construction costs through diligent budget management and effective negotiation with suppliers.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Managed procurement processes for timely delivery of materials while minimizing costs, ensuring smooth project execution.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
Field Engineer
Vestas Wind Technology
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate technical support for complex issues.
- Streamlined communication between team members, resulting in improved collaboration and faster problem resolution.
- Delivered high-quality field services, ensuring all projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed comprehensive reports documenting field activities, findings, and recommendations for improvement.
- Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes.
- Managed budget, scheduling, quality assurance, safety compliance and coordination of construction trades and contractors.
Assistant Superintendent
Coleman Industrial Construction
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Enhanced communication between departments by implementing weekly meetings and progress reports.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
- Achieved high-quality construction results through strict adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
- Managed budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple construction projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management & Design
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05.2019
Skills
- Best Building Practices
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Building Systems and Services
- Specifications Review
- OSHA Compliance
- Project Budgeting
- Site Safety
- Project Documentation
- Schedule Coordination
- Estimating
Accomplishments
- Led over five projects that were all completed within budget and on schedule.
- Managed a construction budget of more than $7,700,000.
Timeline
Construction Manager
Gillespie & Powers
09.2022 - Current
Field Engineer
Vestas Wind Technology
05.2020 - 09.2022
Assistant Superintendent
Coleman Industrial Construction
06.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management & Design
Southeast Missouri State University