PATRICK ABRESCH
Madison,WI
Summary
Ambitious carpenter with 26 years experience in construction, remodeling and collaboration efforts by groups of various titles and personalities. Excels at analyzing and solving problems with groups of collaborators and engaged employees. Motivated always by progress, efficiencies, and customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Sachse Construction
Fond Du Lac, WI
02.2019 - Current
- With the customer, layout the site, including, but not limited to, house orientation, septic field, and setbacks from roads and other rights of way.
- Supplement any carpentry needs to move the project forward when gaps in the schedule arise.
- Problem solve the outliers, the one-offs, for example, floor plan oddities, additions after plan approval, and maintaining a log of change orders.
- Prepare for weather, site and sub-contractor needs
- Performed inspections of the worksite on a regular basis to ensure that security measures were followed.
- Reviewed project plans regularly to ensure deadlines are met on time.
- Inspected and evaluated the physical condition of the worksite to comply with safety, quality, and service requirements.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Coordinated workflow between contractors to maximize productivity.
Carpenter
Dane County Administration
Madison, WI
11.2019 - Current
- Reviewed bids received from contractors before awarding contracts for larger FM projects.
- Implemented security protocols at Alliant Energy Center, multiple sites, looking out for employee safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of my equipment, buildings.
- I am responsible for identifying necessary repairs or improvements, collaborating with other trades, contractors, administration, and finance, and seeing them through to completion
- Researched new technologies available which could improve efficiency within the organization's facilities.
- Provided support in the planning of special events held at the facility.
- Established relationships with local businesses providing goods and services related to property management.
Carpenter
University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority
Madison, WI
08.2010 - Current
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings
- Installed interior finish items, including wall protection, doors and hardware, toilet accessories, cubicle curtain tracks and TV brackets
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained a safe and clean work area because I am what the patients and families see
- Developed proficiency in stain-grade trim work, hanging doors and drilling and setting door hardware in addition to trouble shooting existing auto-operators and panic hardware
- Successfully led key projects related to Joint Commissions findings of the Behavioral Health Unit and follow -up surveys
- Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications
- Have managed all Carpenters when Supervisor and Lead Carpenter have been on extended leave
carpenter
Bechtel Corporation
Glendale, AZ
03.2009 - 02.2010
- Constructed safety provisions, including scaffolding, gang ladders, perimeter railings, fall protection and temporary covers.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained a safe and clean work area.
- Ran a swing-stage crew to erect framing and drywall on 200+ vertical feet.
- Operated electric cordless and hammer drills and powder actuated fasteners.
carpenter
05.2001 - 12.2008
- Tri-North Builders - 2625 Research Park Dr, Fitchburg, W I Proactively managed projects to obtain complete customer satisfaction for all custom work.
- Remodeled numerous stores at East Towne and West Towne including Victoria Secret, Kay Jewlers, Buddy Squirel, New York,NewYork, and Buckle to name a few.
- Proactively managed projects to obtain complete customer satisfaction for all custom work involved in McCafes installations in Iowa and Nebraska Developed proficiency in stain-grade trim work, hanging doors and drilling and setting door hardware.
- At Tri-North I was fortunate to do just about everything imaginable Constructed residential decks, carports, garages and sunrooms.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Apprentice carpenter.
Wellenstein & Sons
01.1999 - 04.2001
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Effectively used all fasteners such as nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Read and effectively used truss-roof prints to cut and set roofs accordingly.
Education
BBA -
Pius XI High School
1991
Skills
- Journeymen Carpenter of Union Local 314 excellent problem solver
- Excellent problem solver and collaborator
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficient with facilities related to hand and power tools
- Well-versed in boom lifts, cherry pickers, forklifts, and manlifts,
- Can provide take-offs, estimates, and find work-related knowledge from blueprints
- Comfortable as the interim supervisor and lead worker for extended periods of time for twelve carpenters
- Strategic project planning for high-profile or high-risk areas
- Patient, understanding, and compassionate to all who are culturally different
- Willingness to listen and learn from all people
- Open and honest communicator
Timeline
Carpenter
Dane County Administration
11.2019 - Current
Site Manager
Sachse Construction
02.2019 - Current
Carpenter
University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority
08.2010 - Current
carpenter
Bechtel Corporation
03.2009 - 02.2010
carpenter
05.2001 - 12.2008
Wellenstein & Sons
01.1999 - 04.2001
BBA -
Pius XI High School
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