MIKE PALACIOS JR
San Antonio
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised
Experienced with planning and executing comprehensive project plans. Utilizes strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams and ensure project milestones are met. Track record of implementing efficient processes and achieving project goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
AHC Roofing and Construction
11.2023 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Streamlined procurement process for project materials, reducing wait times and avoiding potential delays.
- Facilitated smoother project transitions, ensuring thorough documentation and effective handovers.
- Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
- Optimized project schedules, identifying critical path tasks and reallocating resources to maintain momentum.
- Improved client relationships, consistently meeting or exceeding project expectations and maintaining open lines of communication.
Construction Manager
Castle Rock Communities LLC
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Coordinating, planning, and managing schedules for contractors and subcontractors
- Conducting site checks to monitor progress and quality standards; and developing construction project with architect, engineers, and trade workers
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, etc. to determine the specifications of the project; and negotiating contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements.
- Allocating and managing resources to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction projects.
- Ordering and managing materials and equipment and providing internal reporting and projections for inventory.
- Supervising construction project progress and providing reports on timeline, progress, and adjustments.
- Ensuring all legal requirements, building and safety codes, safety inspections, city guidelines, and local and state regulations are met.
- Managed all occupied home inspections and repairs ensuring customer satisfaction.
Area Manager
FLOORING SERVICES S.W
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Over saw 86 subdivisions all over the San Antonio area. Responsible for 10 Field Supervisors as well as Managed between 10 to 50 installations throughout 86 subdivision which entails making sure all crews are punctual, all the proper materials are on site and then quality control via inspections.
- Inspects homes prior to installation and after installation to make sure work is performed satisfactorily to company and builder's satisfaction, which also helps to keep everyone informed on current statuses and delays.
- Maintain and organize schedules for current and future homes.
- Handles issues that arise with diligence and patience consistent with company values always taking into consideration the builder's needs and timeline. Also responsible for all warranty inspections and occupied home repairs.
Field Supervisor
FLOORING SERVICES S.W
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Over saw 86 subdivisions all over the San Antonio area. Responsible for 10 Field Supervisors as well as Managed between 10 to 50 installations throughout 86 subdivision which entails making sure all crews are punctual, all the proper materials are on site and then quality control via inspections.
- Inspects homes prior to installation and after installation to make sure work is performed satisfactorily to company and builder's satisfaction, which also helps to keep everyone informed on current statuses and delays.
- Maintain and organize schedules for current and future homes.
- Handles issues that arise with diligence and patience consistent with company values always taking into consideration the builder's needs and timeline. Also responsible for all warranty inspections and occupied home repairs.
Firearms Instructor
BRINKS ARMORED
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Delivered in-house onboarding and training of new hires which included the preparation of multi-media presentations for individual training lessons.
- Conducted training for new employees which encompassed situational awareness, asset protection, defensive firearms, TSA, anti-money laundering awareness and OSHA safety awareness training.
- Instructed courses for the armored car division which included basic and enhanced driving courses, operational training for armored car officers, and advanced classes on firearms training.
- Maintained training and branch employee records for over 75 employees, while being responsible for internal audits of corporate, state, and federal records to maintain compliance with company rules, local, state, and federal laws.
- Processed security and entry authorization badges, high-liability company asset management and custody identifications.
- Qualified Brinks driving and training instructor, firearms training instructor and NRA licensed firearms instructor.
Cannon Crew Member
12.2006 - 05.2013
- Supervised corrective maintenance, along with preventive maintenance checks and service records on the HIMARS launchers.
- Trained and maintained HIMARS operator proficiency for over 30 Marines to include Safety Certifications. Refined operational procedures in combat with systems that communicate with the HIMARS such as AFATDS, ASIP radios along with the simple key loader (SKL), and ANCYZ-10 data transfer device.
- Performed crew and unit level maintenance on the HIMARS IFCS/UFCS launchers and resupply system.
- Earned four Letters of Appreciation, a Presidential Unit Citation, a Navy Unit Commendation, a USMC Good Conduct medal, a National Defense Service medal, an Afghanistan Campaign medal, a Global War on Terrorism Service medal, a Navy & Marine Overseas Service medal, an Armed Forces Reserve medal, and ISAF NATO medal during tenure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ysleta High
El Paso, TX05-2007
Skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Team player capable of effectively working others in
- Easily adapt to new environments and circumstances pursuit of organizational goals quickly
- Able to quickly understand new procedure and
- Solid academic and customer service background policies and align actions accordingly
- Excels in project management and strategic planning
- Skillful in handling tense and high stress situations
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Project tracking
- Relationship building
- Schedule management
- Client relations
- Customer relations
- Staff management
- Work flow planning
- Advanced problem solving
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk management
- Document management
- Scope management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Contract management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Processes and procedures
- Conflict management
- Project closure
- Team bonding
- Data review
- Construction management
- Forecasting
- Residential construction
- Commercial construction experience
- Contract development
- Subcontractor management
- Safety compliance
- Site safety
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Job and material estimates
- Decision-making
- Cost control
- Schedule coordination
- Excellent customer relations
- Organized and detail oriented
- Management
- Interpreting blueprints
- New construction
- Project documentation
- OSHA compliance
- Contract negotiation
- Change order management
- Vendor and contractor negotiations
- Reading blueprints
- Hiring and training
- Remodeling projects
- Operations oversight
- Materials estimates
- Codes compliance
- As-built blueprints
- Subcontractor oversight
- Job site development
- Quality inspection reports
- Construction permits application
- Materials procurement
- Construction administration
- Quality inspection
- Supplier relations
- Permitting
- Cultural awareness
- Fall protection plan (FPP)
- Production planning
- Commercial construction expert
- Permit acquisition
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution
- Risk assessment
- Equipment management
- Building codes knowledge
- Security systems
- Logistics coordination
- Vendor management
- Relationship building and management
- Team development
- Goals and performance
- Performance management
- Operations
- Staff training and development
- Controlling costs
- Process improvement
- Customer relationship management
- Staff development
- Quality assurance
- Resource allocation
- Talent review
- Employee scheduling
- Training and coaching
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Team leadership
- Leadership development
- Policies and procedures
- Team building practices
- Goal setting and performance metrics
- Staff supervision
- Negotiation
- Policy enforcement
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Project Manager
AHC Roofing and Construction
11.2023 - Current
Construction Manager
Castle Rock Communities LLC
07.2023 - 12.2024
Area Manager
FLOORING SERVICES S.W
02.2021 - 06.2023
Field Supervisor
FLOORING SERVICES S.W
08.2020 - 02.2021
Firearms Instructor
BRINKS ARMORED
04.2018 - 08.2020
Cannon Crew Member
12.2006 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
Ysleta High
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