Nicholas Barker
Brighton,MI
Summary
Estimator Project Manager, Site Supervisor, Journeyman plumber with 20-year track record of developing and maintaining cost estimation for large and small projects. Experienced in estimating, supervision, safety and providing accurate reports on material costs and labor for construction projects. Maintains great relations with contractors and vendors.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Estimator Project Manager
John E Green Company
Highland Park, MI
02.2022 - Current
- Reviews and analyses plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Collaborates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on estimates.
- Develops quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems or manual calculations.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Excel, Word.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Current and Past Job Overseen as an Estimator Project Manager
- GM Flint Engine Plant $12 Million Dollar Project (1) Year install, Averaged 50 Plumbers
- GM Lansing U3 Battery Plant. $46 Million Dollar Project (3) year Install Average 30-60 Plumbers
- Tesla Gigafactory Austin Texas, $600,000 Dollar Project. Powder and Sealer Install.
- Ford Chicago Assembly Plant. $450,000 dollar Project Crystal Cap Cleaner Upgrade.
Site Supervisor Journeyman Plumber
John E Green Company
Highland Park, MI
01.2013 - 02.2022
- Site Supervisor Journeyman Plumber 10+ years
- Managed and supervised a team of 10+ site staff members to ensure safety, quality control and efficient operations.
- Organized daily workflow for the team, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.
- Developed plans for preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime of production equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Ensured that all personnel wore appropriate personal protective equipment while working at construction sites.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between subcontractors, vendors or clients as required by management.
- Reviewed drawings, specifications, change orders and other documents associated with projects prior to start of work onsite.
- Maintained accurate records such as daily reports, timesheets and other related documentation as required by management.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates for materials needed for various projects.
- Coordinated material deliveries from suppliers according to project needs.
- Participated in job-site meetings with contractors, owners, architects, engineers, as necessary.
- Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
- Enforced adherence to local building codes during construction activities.
- Inspected finished products upon completion; ensured quality standards were met before final sign off was given.
- Communicated daily progress and incident reports to clients and corporate offices.
- Potable and Non Potable Water service install, Copper, Pex, Propress, Galvanized, Cpvc, Victulic, Carbon steel Pipe
- Underground water Main taps, service entrance, Building Rough, Ductile iron Water main pipe
- Hospital Medical Gas install Brazing copper, Medical air, Oxygen, Nitrogen.
- Auto Plant Process Piping Paint Lines, Powder Lines, Sealer lines, RO Water, Phosphate Chemical lines, Industrial waste, Oil Piping, Compressed Air
- Rough and Finish of in-wall Plumbing water supply, Drain waste and Vent Piping
- Fixture Setting, Water closets, Urinals, Lavs, Drinking fountains, Mop sinks.
- Water heater Install of Tank and tankless.
- Hot tap and install of Natural Gas Piping
- Jetting and Sewer Snaking
- Backflow Prevention
- Natural Gas Generator Install
- Ford Michigan Assembly plant 2 week Shut down (90) Plumber over 2 shifts
- Ford Kansas City Plant retool 30-40 Plumbers
- Toyota Mazda Alabama 70 robots over 6 months 30-40 Plumbers
- Ford Kentucky Truck Plant 60 men per shift 2 week shutdown
- Detroit Henry Ford Hospital 2 story addition 200 rooms
- Critten Hospital 6 story addition 600 rooms
- DMC Hospital Service and maintenance
- Detroit Renaissance Center Hotel Renovation updates
- Waste Water Treatment Plants
Local 98 Plumber Apprentice
John E Green Company
Highland Park , MI
03.2007 - 12.2012
- Detroit Local 98 Plumbers Apprentice (5) Year Program
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking or soldering.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Repaired and replaced broken sewer lines.
- Performed maintenance on boilers and hot water tanks.
- Tested joints for leaks by pressurizing them with air or water.
- Installed underground storm sewers and drain tiles.
- Connected gas lines to stoves and other appliances.
- Assisted in laying out plumbing system according to blueprints.
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
Laborer
John E Green Company/ Local 1191
Highland Park, MI
01.2007 - 03.2007
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Stacked and arranged products on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
- Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
Warehouse Worker
John E Green Company
Highland Park , MI
06.2005 - 12.2006
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
HVAC Installer
Signal Systems
Howell, MI
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Performed installation of residential HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork.
- Conducted maintenance on existing HVAC systems to ensure proper operation and energy efficiency.
- Troubleshot HVAC system issues using appropriate tools and test equipment.
- Installed condensate lines, gas piping, venting systems for water heating appliances, exhaust fans.
- Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for ventilation systems.
- Pulled electrical wiring for new installations or repairs to existing HVAC systems.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety hazards or obstacles that could affect the job.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts as necessary during service calls.
- Maintained accurate records of all jobs completed with detailed notes about services rendered or materials used.
- Geo Thermal Ground and water Loops
- Well pumps
Education
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School
Brighton, MI06-2005
Skills
- Estimate Preparation
- Project Planning
- Presentation Development
- Cost Estimation
- Obtaining bids
- Construction knowledge
- Preparing estimates
- Residential and Commercial construction experience
- Cost Reporting
- Subcontractor coordination
- Vendor relationships
- Bid preparation
- Project Management
- Decision-Making
- Bluebeam Rev
- Excell
- Word
- Word Project
- Problem-Solving
- Continuous Improvement
- Multitasking
- Blueprint Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Proposal Writing
- Team building
- Safety
Certification
- State of Michigan Journeyman Plumber License
- Osha 30 Certification
Timeline
Estimator Project Manager
John E Green Company
02.2022 - Current
Site Supervisor Journeyman Plumber
John E Green Company
01.2013 - 02.2022
Local 98 Plumber Apprentice
John E Green Company
03.2007 - 12.2012
Laborer
John E Green Company/ Local 1191
01.2007 - 03.2007
Warehouse Worker
John E Green Company
06.2005 - 12.2006
HVAC Installer
Signal Systems
06.2003 - 06.2005
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School
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