Raymond Brownell Jr.
Summary
Dependable carpenter with exceptional project management skills and subcontractor alliances. Strong leader well-trained to meet deadlines for commercial and residential projects. Detailed in codes, compliance, safety and budget management. Outstanding reputation for top-quality work on variety of project types. Interested in teaching students practical construction skills, workplace safety, teamwork, and career readiness. Committed to creating an engaging, hands-on learning environment.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self Employed General Contractor
Brownell Builders
Galway, New York
05.2000 - Current
- Managed construction projects from planning to completion.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely execution of tasks.
- Oversaw daily site operations and maintained safety standards.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications for compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with clients to address project needs and updates.
- Implemented cost-control measures during project execution phases.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor, material, equipment, overhead costs and other related expenses.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Provided technical guidance to team members as needed when challenges arose during the course of a project.
- Resolved conflicts between contractors and subcontractors regarding scheduling issues or budget overruns.
- Applied for and secured all necessary permits and licenses required for construction activities.
- Leveraged knowledge of building materials and construction techniques to optimize project outcomes.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
Hazardous Waste Technician
Knolls Atomic Laboratory
Schenectady, New York
01.1997 - 04.2000
- Managed hazardous waste disposal in compliance with safety regulations.
- Documented hazardous materials using proper labeling and tracking systems.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe work environment.
- Assisted in training new technicians on safety protocols and procedures.
- Participated in emergency response drills for hazardous material incidents.
- Maintained records of waste generation and disposal activities accurately.
- Ensured that appropriate personal protective equipment was available and being utilized when working with potentially dangerous substances.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of large-scale clean up projects involving multiple agencies.
- Built structures to contain spills or hazardous areas prior to clean-up and removal.
- Complied with company policies, as well as federal and local requirements, to maintain team and public safety.
Commercial Roofer
Horizon Roofing Incorporated
Albany, New York
06.1994 - 01.1997
- Installed roofing systems on commercial buildings following industry standards.
- Trained new crew members on safe work practices and equipment usage.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular checks and minor repairs as needed.
- Utilized power tools such as nail guns, drills, saws and hammers while constructing new commercial roofs.
Education
Broadalbin High School
Broadalbin, NYSkills
- Blueprint analysis
- Safety compliance
- Client communication
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Building codes compliance
- Time management
- Operations oversight
- Carpentry
- Contract bidding
- Residential and commercial construction
- Equipment management
- Project safety
- Construction best practices
- Cost estimation
- Mentoring new contractors on starting their own business
- Educating youth on hunting and safety skills
Certification
- Past hazmat certification for asbestos, lead and PCB removal.
- Past certification for fork lift operation and safe scaffolding erection.
- Past NYS DEC Hunter Education instructor.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Self Employed General Contractor
Brownell Builders
05.2000 - Current
Hazardous Waste Technician
Knolls Atomic Laboratory
01.1997 - 04.2000
Commercial Roofer
Horizon Roofing Incorporated
06.1994 - 01.1997
Broadalbin High School