Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Paul Finau

American Fork,UT

Summary

Experienced business professional in construction and operations management with strong leadership focus on team collaboration and achieving results.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner and Operator

PVF Construction
11.2014 - Current
  • Prepare, negotiate proposals and contracts.
  • Heavy equipment specialties: Excavation, demolition and hauling.
  • Concrete installation: retaining walls, foundation, flat work, and decorative concrete finish.
  • Underground utility: trenching, waterlines, gas, sewer, cable, footing drain, catch basin, and bio-retention facilities.
  • Landscaping: functionality of outdoor spaces, planting, irrigation system installation, garden design, and hardscaping.
  • Weekly safety meeting and safe work environment practice.
  • Inventory of work hours, materials, equipment, and ordering.
  • Managed project phases and timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines and client specifications.
  • Managed budget allocations and optimized resource utilization for maximum profitability.
  • Oversee daily operations ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, ensuring all tasks completed accurately and efficiently by crew members.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.

City Manager

Diamond / Republic Parking
10.2004 - 11.2014
  • Directed city operations, ensuring effective, safety, and professional service.
  • Collaborated with team managers to develop and execute annual budgets and financial plans.
  • Fostered partnerships with local businesses for increased revenue and services.
  • Oversaw emergency management protocols, ensuring swift responses in crisis situations.
  • Analyze data-informed decision-making for operational improvements.
  • Led workforce development efforts, mentoring staff to enhance skills and promote efficiency.
  • Oversaw over 100+ personnel working in multiple areas.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Chabot College
Hayward, CA
06-1987

No Degree - General Studies

Edmonds Community College
Lynnwood, WA

Skills

  • Operation management
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Blueprint reading
  • Hand and power tools
  • Adaptability to diverse weather conditions

Certification

Lead Certification - Lead-based paint to ensure safe practices when disturbing lead paint.


Asbestos Certification - Understand the hazards of asbestos, how to identify it and how to minimize exposure.


Low Voltage Certification - Safe installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems operating at 600 volts or less.


Languages

Tonga
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Owner and Operator

PVF Construction
11.2014 - Current

City Manager

Diamond / Republic Parking
10.2004 - 11.2014

Associate of Arts -

Chabot College

No Degree - General Studies

Edmonds Community College