Michael Keith Sims
Fairhope,AL
Summary
I have over 40 years in the residential construction industry and 10 years in light commercial construction. Results-oriented Construction Manager with outstanding track record of working promptly to complete projects on time and within budget. Extensive experience in residential development. Results-driven Construction Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in project management, risk assessment, and sustainable building practices. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Castlebury Homes & KLS Construction Management
Robertsdale, AL
01.2016 - Current
- Renovating foreclosure homes - build outs in commercial buildings - renovation of building complexes
- Scheduling & coordinating all contractors & suppliers and working very closely with Architect & Engineer
- Plan review before construction begins with Owner & Architect & GC, to be sure all plans have been reviewed and approved in accordance with Owner specifications
- Working closely with local officials & building inspectors and assure quality & accuracy as project goes forth
- Reviewing all safety & jobsite cleanliness are in compliant
- Walk-through inspections, being sure each phase of construction is accurate before moving to the next phase; weekly meetings with GC & Owner, reviewing construction time frame schedule and budget
- Estimating cost of materials / labor cost/ equipment for each project
Construction Superintendent
Gooden Homes
Pensacola, FL
06.2009 - 01.2016
- Supervised the construction of new homes
- Supervised in a tract home environment
- Scheduling all suppliers and contractors and inspections as needed
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Responded quickly when issues arose on-site by evaluating solutions that would minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Enhanced traceability by processing, reviewing and developing organization systems for tracking RFIs, permits, and proposed change order requests (PCOR).
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations.
- Walk throughs with new home owners
Framing Contractor
KLS Construction
Pensacola, FL
08.2000 - 06.2009
- I own my own contracting company where I framed homes and did trim work inside the homes and some cabinet installation
- Managed a Crew of 10 men consisting in Carpenters and Carpenter Helpers
- Built Custom Homes and Production Tract Homes
- Estimating and Budgeting and Signature Building Habits
- Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
- Worked closely with architects, engineers and other professionals involved in construction projects.
Superintendent
Henry Company Homes
Milton, FL
10.1995 - 06.2000
- I supervised the construction of homes from start to finish
- The Company was a Tract Builder and I managed up to two subdivisions
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
- Monitored construction schedule to deliver highest quality product on time and within budget.
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures while overseeing operations at the site.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors and subcontractors for accuracy before authorizing payment.
- Monitored and assessed schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal building codes and regulations.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodham High School
Pensacola, FL06-1980
Skills
- Construction Industry Knowledge
- Blueprint Reading
- Budgeting and Estimating
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel)
- Organizational skills with attention to detail
- Effective problem-solving capability with the ability to analyze and put together a plan of action
- Public Relations
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Introductionsummary
I have over 40 years in the residential construction industry and 10 years in light commercial construction. I have extensive construction knowledge from hands on, working with my hands to managing a construction site/sites. I started building as a Carpenter Helper and then moving up to a Carpenter and Master Carpenter/Foreman; then became a Superintendent.
Timeline
Owner
Castlebury Homes & KLS Construction Management
01.2016 - Current
Construction Superintendent
Gooden Homes
06.2009 - 01.2016
Framing Contractor
KLS Construction
08.2000 - 06.2009
Superintendent
Henry Company Homes
10.1995 - 06.2000
High School Diploma -
Woodham High School
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