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Manuel Garcia

Port Charlotte

Summary

Field Project Manager with over 40 years of hands-on experience in structural concrete, specializing in precast panel installation, field supervision, rigging logistics, and high-profile project execution. Recognized for leading complex builds including stadiums, data centers, hospitals, parking garages, and high-rises across North America. Known for quality control expertise, sharp site coordination, and building relationships with engineers and architects to resolve challenges efficiently and professionally.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Project Manager

Metro Mont Construction
01.2022 - Current
  • Leading precast field operations for Miami Freedom Park Stadium.
  • Oversee crane operations, panel sequencing, rigging, and safety coordination.
  • Direct subcontractors, manage site logistics, and maintain project schedule with GC and architects.

Field Manager / Installation Foreman

Modern Mosaic Ltd. / KC Precast LLC / Tri-Krete Ltd.
01.2015 - 01.2022
  • Managed large-scale precast installation operations across the U.S.
  • Conducted load list planning, rigging coordination, and quality control.
  • Supervised teams on complex builds involving thousands of panels.
  • Coordinated inspections, patching, deficiency sign-off, and swing stage work.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Managed field teams, coordinating tasks to optimize workflow and project timelines.

Installation Foreman – Precast Panels

Artex Precast
01.2005 - 01.2015
  • Led field crews on panel erection projects including hospitals, commercial buildings, and structural installs.
  • Focused on load path logistics and panel plumb alignment.

Installation Foreman – Precast & Structural Concrete

Tri-Krete Ltd.
01.1997 - 01.2005
  • Directed crews across high-rise and mixed-use builds.
  • Managed safe rigging, crane coordination, and structural alignment.
  • Interfaced with union representatives and jobsite inspectors.

Subcontractor – Precast Installation Services

Juan Garcia & Sons Welding
01.1987 - 01.1997
  • Self-managed precast panel installation services to various regional contractors.
  • Developed deep experience in concrete welding, anchoring, and rigging.

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology Design -

George Brown College
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Precast Concrete Panel Erection
  • Crane & Rigging Logistics
  • Crew Supervision & Safety Leadership
  • Blueprint & Structural Drawing Interpretation
  • Sequencing, Load Planning & Site Logistics
  • QA/QC Inspections (PCI Certified Field Auditor)
  • Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination
  • Field Problem Solving & Compliance
  • OSHA / Fall Protection / Fire Safety Regulations
  • High-End Residential Construction

Accomplishments


  • Miami Freedom Park, Miami, FL – (1,000+ Panels)
  • University of Hartford, CT – Academic Complex (680 panels)
  • Rittenhouse Square Condo, Philadelphia, PA – 30-Story (1,000+ panels)
  • Washington Courthouse, Washington, DC
  • One Bennett Park, Chicago, IL – 70-Story High-Rise (2,400 panels)
  • State of Florida Emergency Operations Center, Tallahassee, FL
  • John Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
  • RV2 – West 59th Street, NYC
  • Multiple Parking Garages, Data Centers, and Military Installations (Including Tyndall Air Force Base, FL)

Certification

  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction
  • PCI Certified Field Auditor (Policy 28 – CFA)
  • Certified Builder Contractor
  • Certified Residential Contractor
  • Certified Pool/Spa Contractor
  • Certified Welder Inspector
  • Rigger/Signalperson Qualified
  • Master Rigger
  • Certified Flagger
  • CPR & First Aid
  • Fall Protection Certified
  • Fire Prevention for Construction

Languages

Fluent in English and Spanish
Proficient in Portuguese

Timeline

Field Project Manager

Metro Mont Construction
01.2022 - Current

Field Manager / Installation Foreman

Modern Mosaic Ltd. / KC Precast LLC / Tri-Krete Ltd.
01.2015 - 01.2022

Installation Foreman – Precast Panels

Artex Precast
01.2005 - 01.2015

Installation Foreman – Precast & Structural Concrete

Tri-Krete Ltd.
01.1997 - 01.2005

Subcontractor – Precast Installation Services

Juan Garcia & Sons Welding
01.1987 - 01.1997

Electrical Engineering Technology Design -

George Brown College

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