Nick Nunemaker
Amana,IA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive expertise in coatings and flooring, successfully managing large-scale projects at S&S Flooring. Proven project management and team leadership skills enhanced profitability by 20%. Strong background in client relations and safety compliance, driving operational excellence and business growth. Committed to delivering superior results and fostering productive work environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter, Maintenance
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Iowa City, Iowa
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning prior to painting.
- Applied various coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment.
- Documented work completed in maintenance logs for record-keeping purposes.
- Applied coats of primer or sealer prior to finish coats.
- Filled gaps between trim pieces with caulk or putty.
- Repaired cracks and holes in surfaces with putty or spackle.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching imperfections.
- Mixed paints to achieve desired colors and textures.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
Project Supervisor
Corsco Painting LLC
Amana, USA
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitate communication between office leadership and field employees to ensure project alignment and team cohesion.
- Oversee overhead management, job scheduling, and budgetary planning to increase job profitability.
- Implement process improvements to promote a productive and positive work environment.
Owner
Maximum Custom Finishing
Cedar Rapids, USA
06.2010 - 07.2025
- Owned and operated a full-service painting and carpentry company, specializing in coatings and finishing services.
- Managed 6-9 employees and oversaw business operations including client acquisition, job scheduling, and quality control.
- Delivered coatings and carpentry services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout the Corridor and beyond.
- Oversaw quality control for all completed work.
- Coordinated with clients to determine project specifications.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships for materials procurement.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes for production teams.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely project execution.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
Project Manager
S&S Flooring
07.1998 - 02.2008
- Directed crews in applying industrial resinous flooring coatings in hospitals, food service facilities, laboratories, and large commercial businesses.
- Oversaw project timelines, budgets, and team safety for extensive national contracts.
- Successfully managed crews on multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
Education
Architectural and Building Technologies
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Project management and scheduling
- Operations and business development
- Team leadership and training
- Coatings and flooring expertise
- Budgeting and cost control
- Safety compliance (OSHA certified)
- Communication and client relations
Certification
OSHA Certification, OSHA, Comprehensive safety training for workplace hazard prevention and compliance.
Timeline
Painter, Maintenance
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
08.2025 - Current
Project Supervisor
Corsco Painting LLC
05.2025 - Current
Owner
Maximum Custom Finishing
06.2010 - 07.2025
Project Manager
S&S Flooring
07.1998 - 02.2008
Architectural and Building Technologies
Kirkwood Community College