Maksim Knyazev
Boonville,IN
Summary
Accomplished Business Owner with expertise in maximizing bottom-line profits through innovative strategies and a commitment to continuous improvement. Delivered value by enhancing financial administration and regulatory compliance while actively engaging in sales and marketing to acquire new clients and ensure customer satisfaction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Gutter Company Owner
GutterMax
Boonville, Indiana
02.2018 - Current
- Managed daily operations of a gutter installation and maintenance business.
- Supervised scheduling and logistics for multiple service teams.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and installation techniques.
- Cultivated customer relationships through clear communication and consistent service follow-up.
- Coordinated project estimates and pricing, ensuring competitive and transparent client proposals.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure adequate supplies for projects.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source materials at competitive rates.
- Managed financial records, including budgets, cash flow, invoicing, and payroll.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure materials at competitive prices.
- Negotiated service contracts with clients, aligning offerings with customer needs and expectations.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Interviewed, trained, and supervised employees.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered necessary supplies when needed.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
Lawn Care Business Owner
Cornerstone Lawn Mowing
Boonville, Indiana
08.2009 - 11.2017
- Managed daily operations of lawn care services and scheduling.
- Supervised a team of lawn care technicians during service execution.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through regular communication.
- Utilized landscaping tools and equipment for efficient lawn maintenance.
- Created customized lawn care plans based on client needs and preferences.
- Scheduled appointments with customers for lawn care services.
- Maintained equipment and vehicle in good working order to prevent breakdowns and service delays.
- Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers.
- Inspected properties before beginning work to identify existing issues or special requirements.
- Operated power equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and other tools safely and efficiently.
- Provided estimates to potential clients based on their individual needs.
- Created and executed customized lawn care plans to meet individual customer needs and enhance satisfaction.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Documented services rendered, managing invoices, payments, and contracts for accurate record-keeping.
- Identified and targeted business opportunities from new and existing clients.
- Developed and implemented customized contracts and set pricing structures and service terms.
- Handled wide-ranging administrative functions from accounts payable and receivable to accounting.
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure service delivery met customer expectations.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations including staffing decisions, inventory management and payroll processing.
- Managed a team of lawn technicians to ensure quality service delivery.
- Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
Construction Project Manager
NNK Construction
Boonville, IN
04.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed project schedules and coordinated timelines for multiple construction sites.
- Oversaw subcontractor performance and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed project plans and maintained detailed documentation throughout construction phases.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and adherence to project specifications.
- Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
- Managed multiple teams working on different aspects of a single project.
- Created a timeline for completing tasks related to the project.
- Maintained safe work environment with zero accidents or lost work days.
- Provided training sessions for new staff members regarding protocols and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal building codes and regulations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
Construction Foreman
NNK Construction
Boonville, IN
04.2005 - 04.2007
- Supervised daily construction activities to ensure project timelines were met.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers for material delivery and scheduling.
- Conducted safety meetings to promote workplace safety and compliance standards.
- Trained new workers on equipment use and safe work practices.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
- Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
- Monitored the use of resources including personnel, materials, machines, tools and vehicles during project execution.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Supervised aspects of construction projects, lending communication and hands-on assistance.
Construction Worker
NNK Construction
Boonville, IN
05.2004 - 04.2005
- Operated hand and power tools for various construction tasks.
- Assisted in site preparation and cleanup for safe work environments.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure job site.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring proper handling procedures were followed.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding daily progress and challenges.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
- Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Provided assistance to supervisors when needed completing additional duties as assigned.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
Education
Castle High School
Newburgh, INSkills
- Project management
- Customer relationship management
- Financial record keeping
- Inventory management
- Quote and invoice making
- Hauling different styles and sizes of equipment
- Towing open and enclosed trailers various sizes
- Sales for new and existing customers
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
A1
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
A1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Gutter Company Owner
GutterMax
02.2018 - Current
Lawn Care Business Owner
Cornerstone Lawn Mowing
08.2009 - 11.2017
Construction Project Manager
NNK Construction
04.2007 - 06.2009
Construction Foreman
NNK Construction
04.2005 - 04.2007
Construction Worker
NNK Construction
05.2004 - 04.2005
Castle High School