MATTHEW CULORES
Ben Lomond,CA
Summary
Dedicated construction professional with diverse project management and trade experience. Ready to take on new challenges. Highly adaptable, focused on meeting and completing projects successfully. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings a fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions. Strong leader dedicated to streamlining operations for efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Manager
Culores Family Farms
04.2015 - Current
- Manage Agricultural Operations:
- Lavender farm with essential oil distillery
- Chicken egg operation
- Plant nursery
- Ensure high-quality workmanship by training crew members in proper techniques for planting, pruning, irrigation systems, and equipment use.
- Install and maintain agricultural irrigation systems
- Introduced innovative irrigation technologies to modernize operations, resulting in improved soil saturation
- Manage Farm Infrastructure Expansion Operations:
- Building Renovations
- Retaining wall projects
- Plumbing/Irrigation renovation projects
- Construction of new agricultural buildings
- Road maintenance and development
- Fencing construction and maintenance
- Manage commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects
- Oversee budget planning and construction management activities, ensuring fiscal responsibility throughout all operations
- Negotiate contracts with vendors and subcontractors for optimal cost savings on materials and services
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and designers to develop solutions for complex construction challenges
- Evaluate subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring high-quality work was consistently delivered on time and within budget constraints
- Produce regular project update reports for business leadership
- Reduce overall project costs through strategic planning efforts
- Proactively engage with local authorities early in the planning stages of each project
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives
Forman Electrician
Regency Lighting
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Managed electrical and lighting maintenance programs for local and national clients in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Organized and coordinated project materials and equipment
- Read and interpreted specifications, contract documents, plans, and prepared sketches of proposed work as well as producing layout drawings and code calculations for projects
- Analyzed and quickly resolves any work problems that may have arisen and ensured that all deficiencies on any given project were corrected in a timely manner
- Conducted quality control inspections on project sites
- Coordinated with all other crafts working on a job site to ensure smooth transitions
- Enhanced project efficiency by delegating tasks and efficiently managing a team of electricians and lighting technicians.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of electrical systems to identify potential issues or areas in need of improvement.
- Established strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and prompt issue resolution.
- Collaborated with other construction professionals to ensure smooth coordination of efforts during project execution.
- Maintained communication between management and crew, ensuring smooth operations and swift problem resolution.
- Ensured code compliance for all installations and repairs, upholding stringent quality control measures throughout each project phase.
Instructor of Superadobe Building Technology
Cal Earth Non Profit International operations
12.2011 - 09.2013
- Company Overview: www.calearth.org
- Instructor of Superadobe Building Technology (www.calearth.org)
- Project manager of two international operations with Cal Earth (Chile, Mexico)
Electrician
Self Employed
06.2006 - 12.2011
- Worked as an independent contractor for General Contractors.
- Residential Electrical Projects
- New construction / Home Remodels
- Landscape/ outdoor lighting
- Low voltage and High voltage applications
- Home automation systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Greenhouse/ Horticulture automation installations
- LED Lighting retrofit projects
Electrician
Network Electric Systems
09.2005 - 06.2006
- Residential, Landscape & Commercial wiring
- Electrical troubleshooting at job site locations
- Managed shops parts inventory
- Successfully planned and executed a reorganization of shops inventory
Laborer/ Apprentice
Harbour Light Drywall
09.2000 - 10.2005
- All work in Commercial, apartment complex settings
- Hanging and Taping Drywall
- Drywall Demolition
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to drywall skills.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Residential/Commercial/Industrial Electrician Trade School
Graduate Construction Craft Training Center
Hayward, California09.2005
EMT-B Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Skyline College
San Bruno, CA06.2008
High School Diploma - undefined
San Mateo High School
San Mateo, CA06.2004
Certificate of Completion - undefined
Regional Occupation Program (ROP) - Construction Technology Program
01.2004
Skills
- Scheduling and planning
- Operational efficiency
- Logistics management
- Cross-functional coordination
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Project management
Timeline
Operation Manager
Culores Family Farms
04.2015 - Current
Forman Electrician
Regency Lighting
09.2013 - 03.2015
Instructor of Superadobe Building Technology
Cal Earth Non Profit International operations
12.2011 - 09.2013
Electrician
Self Employed
06.2006 - 12.2011
Electrician
Network Electric Systems
09.2005 - 06.2006
Laborer/ Apprentice
Harbour Light Drywall
09.2000 - 10.2005
EMT-B Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Skyline College
High School Diploma - undefined
San Mateo High School
Certificate of Completion - undefined
Regional Occupation Program (ROP) - Construction Technology Program
Certificate of Completion - Residential/Commercial/Industrial Electrician Trade School
Graduate Construction Craft Training Center
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