Matthew Drury
Harrodsburg,KY
Summary
Proven leader and strategic planner, adept at boosting revenue and streamlining operations. At Local 71, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced team productivity and safety, achieving a notable improvement in project completion rates. Skilled in negotiation and project management, I excel in fostering client relationships and employee development, ensuring organizational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
All Around General Contracting
06.2023 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
- Managed large budgets, collaborating with other departments to eliminate redundancies.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Foreman Lineman
Local 71
08.2016 - 09.2023
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
- Inspected and tested lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
- Read and interpreted [Type] plans, prepared supplies and developed effective plan of action before beginning work.
- Accessed specific service areas to string lines and install terminal boxes, auxiliary equipment, or metering appliances.
- Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
- Spotted NESC violations along proposed routes prior to construction.
- Sought continuing education opportunities such as [Type] to refresh working knowledge and develop newest techniques such as [Type].
- Used information from [Type] meters and [Type] instruments to make decisions about [Type] work assignments.
- Applied [Type] standards and [Type] requirements and specifications to meet standards on [Number]% of jobs.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and development opportunities for crew members.
- Enforced strict compliance with OSHA standards among crew members, maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Reduced equipment downtime through regular maintenance checks and swift repairs.
- Contributed to the successful bidding process for new contracts by accurately estimating labor costs, material requirements, and time frames for completion.
- Improved crew efficiency by implementing new safety protocols and streamlining work processes.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders, fostering repeat business opportunities.
- Maintained exceptional safety record through consistent adherence to industry regulations and best practices.
- Led daily safety briefings, resulting in a significant reduction of workplace incidents.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop innovative solutions for challenging project conditions.
- Coordinated with utility companies to ensure efficient power restoration efforts during outage events.
- Provided expert technical guidance on complex electrical installations, minimizing errors and rework requirements.
- Streamlined communication between field crews and office personnel, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork within the organization.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing project expenses without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Established clear expectations for job performance while emphasizing the importance of meeting deadlines without compromising safety or quality standards.
- Optimized resource allocation by strategically assigning crew members based on their individual skills and experience levels.
- Troubleshot issues related to high-voltage electrical systems effectively, avoiding disruptions in service whenever possible.
- Oversaw materials procurement and inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies were available for each project phase.
- Managed emergency response situations professionally by quickly assessing damage and deploying resources effectively, minimizing downtime and ensuring public safety.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback accordingly.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Managed efficient teams of up to [Number] employees.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
Construction Laborer
Robert Devine Contracting
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Promoted a positive work environment by cooperating with team members and demonstrating strong work ethic at all times.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized work environment throughout the construction process.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Assembled and disassembled scaffolding and ladders to guarantee safety of workers while performing tasks at heights.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to company protocols and guidelines.
- Contributed to successful project completions through diligent execution of assigned tasks, such as excavation and demolition work.
- Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.
- Ensured accurate measurements by using industry-standard tools for leveling, alignment, and measurement purposes.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Supported project managers in achieving deadlines, assisting in various tasks as required.
- Supported the successful execution of large-scale projects by adopting a flexible work schedule and willingly taking on additional responsibilities when needed.
- Increased project efficiency by effectively organizing and managing construction materials on job sites.
- Maintained equipment functionality by conducting regular inspections and performing basic maintenance tasks when necessary.
- Contributed to a well-rounded construction team by acquiring new skills and certifications in areas such as heavy equipment operation, ensuring versatility within the workforce.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mercer County High School
Harrodsburg, KY06.2001
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Client Service
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Project estimating
- Staff Management
- Team Oversight
- Financial Management
- Staff hiring
- Business marketing
- Negotiation
- Bidding processes
- Cost Reduction
- Partnership Development
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Effective leader
- Scheduling
- Goal Setting
- Quality Assurance
- Inventory Control
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Tracking and Management
- Purchasing and planning
- Employee Relations
- Employee Scheduling
- Budget Control
- Delegating Work
- Performance Improvement
- Employee Motivation
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Operations Oversight
- Revenue Growth
- Financial Oversight
Certification
osha 10 et&d , osha 20 safty and health , et&d leadership course, have class a cdls , machine tool & die degree partially completed operate multitude of peoces of equipment, landscape work
Timeline
Owner
All Around General Contracting
06.2023 - Current
Construction Laborer
Robert Devine Contracting
09.2021 - 06.2023
Foreman Lineman
Local 71
08.2016 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Mercer County High School