Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
CORPORATE CLIENTS SERVED
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Rene Covarrubias

Mission Viejo

Summary

Dynamic contractor with extensive expertise in project management, budget oversight, and quality control. Proven ability to coordinate diverse teams while ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and consistently delivering projects on schedule. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, driving successful outcomes through effective communication and strategic planning. Proficient in construction planning, vendor negotiations, and site supervision, contributing to the seamless execution of complex projects.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Contractor

Fastrack Builders
  • Established accounts as a licensed general contractor.
  • Provide plans, permitting & value engineering.
  • Qualify sub-contractors and contract work performed.
  • Established maintenance and remodeling account with Outback Steakhouse.
  • California, West Virginia, Texas

Project Manager & Master Superintendent

West Coast Construction Group
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Served as project manager for a multi-year, McDonalds roll out program.
  • Identified and trained outsourced support, negotiating scope and fees to meet budget forecasts, and conducted regular performance evaluations.
  • Implemented procedures, processes and best practices to ensure successful utilization of outsourced GC’s, subs, supplies, vendors, etc.
  • Coordinated and sequenced the outside digital menu board program for construction and installation of 600 stores.
  • Performed new build construction for Chipotle Mexican Grill, 7-11 convenience and fueling stores, 7 NOW & Laredo Taco Quick serve restaurant and convenience stores.

Project Manager & Master Superintendent

Parkway Construction and Associates
01.1999 - 01.2009
  • Managed projects for national chain accounts, restaurants, and full bar establishments.
  • Supported and oversaw extensive commercial remodeling, with structural and architectural applications.
  • Oversaw pre-construction delivery progress including permitting, working with the health department and obtaining certificate of occupancy.
  • Experienced with soils reporting and stabilization for foundation, underground utilities, foundation, framing, electrical, mechanical, roofing, drywall, ADA and life and safety.

Education

No Degree - Construction Management

EL TORO HIGH
Lake Forest, CA
02-1983

Skills

  • Management of design-build initiatives
  • Project completion management
  • Architectural plan comprehension
  • Team supervision
  • Hyperbaric and clean room operations
  • Oxygen storage management
  • Wound treatment facilities
  • Medical Offices
  • Fueling & C-stores
  • Restaurant & QSR
  • Permitting & COO
  • Inspection procedures
  • Fire-Life & Safety
  • Experience with environmental management plans
  • Proficient in reading blueprints
  • Field supervision expertise
  • Workplace safety management
  • Quality assurance
  • Scheduling and planning
  • Demolition
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Schedule management
  • Project planning
  • Code compliance
  • Subcontractor management
  • Renovation
  • Safety procedures
  • Materials procurement
  • Project scope assessment
  • Operations oversight
  • Equipment and materials
  • Implementation of construction protocols
  • Safety compliance
  • Fireproofing methods
  • Codes compliance
  • Compliance permitting knowledge
  • Change order management
  • Project coordination
  • Site safety management
  • Historic preservation
  • Structural engineering
  • Permit acquisition
  • Labor oversight
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations
  • Project safety
  • Design-build expertise
  • Production planning
  • Excavation techniques
  • Construction software proficiency
  • Equipment management
  • Subcontractor supervision
  • ADA compliance
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making
  • Site management
  • Building, demolition, and renovation
  • Customer service
  • Permit and license procurement
  • Management
  • Job planning

Certification

  • California State License Board B-1, Sacramento, CA 1990 – PRESENT.
  • West Virginia State License Board B-1, Charlestown, WV 2003 - 2009

Timeline

Project Manager & Master Superintendent

West Coast Construction Group
01.2017 - 01.2023

Project Manager & Master Superintendent

Parkway Construction and Associates
01.1999 - 01.2009

General Contractor

Fastrack Builders

No Degree - Construction Management

EL TORO HIGH

CORPORATE CLIENTS SERVED

  • Paradigm Medical Management
  • RESTORiX Health
  • APEX Health Network
  • Outback Steakhouse
  • 7-Eleven
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
  • Mc Donalds
  • Wienerschnitzel