Rene Gonzales
Houston,TX
Summary
I have over a decade of construction experience from lease space buildouts, real estate rehabs, and to Hospital remodels. I have a Sports, Military and Construction background which I learned teamwork, leadership and communication is essential. I am Attentive to detail, organized, with a solution based mindset. I am always willing to learn and be coachable. I have been part of projects both as an employee and as a business owner. I work well with others, communicate effectively and can coordinate between trades for conflict, and engineering resolutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Construction Superintendent
G Hyatt Construction
Austin, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed and coordinated all day to day activities of the construction project.
- Quality control and make sure subcontractors are performing tasks with approved materials.
- Submit RFIs and review change order applications
- Coordinate and schedule subcontractors accordingly to ensure deadlines.
- Schedule and Call inspections and meet with city inspectors
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Rehabilitated interior and exterior of previously-owned properties to facilitate sales.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies for controlling labor costs, material costs, equipment costs, and subcontractor costs.
- Verified work compliance with applicable regulations, codes and specifications.
- Resolved conflicts between workers by implementing appropriate methods of problem-solving techniques.
Construction Superintendent
Bill Keating General Contractors
Corsicana, Texas
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Specialized in Life and Safety projects
- Working in occupied areas
- Hospitals, Clinics, nursery homes and rehabilitation centers remodels and upgrades
- Shower room remodels, tile, schluter-kerdi system applications
- Underground pipe/plumbing replacement
- Saw cutting and excavation
- Concrete repair
- Mill work, cabinetry takeoff and installation
- Exterior building repair, stucco and paint
- Handrails and crash rail installation
- Tile, LVP, and VCT flooring installation
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Business Owner/Operator
Gonzo Enterprise LLC
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Reviewed and interpreted blueprints, specifications, and other technical documents to ensure accurate project execution.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to reduce operating costs.
- Supervised staff, managed payroll and ensured compliance with labor regulations.
- Managed subcontractors throughout the duration of each project, ensuring tasks were completed in a timely manner.
- Monitored construction progress, communicated project updates and identified potential problems or delays.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers and other professionals regarding design changes and adaptations on-site.
Production Manager
Meripros
Houston, TX
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
Assistant Superintendent
Proficient Construction & Services
Houston, TX
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised staff, managed payroll
- Managed the scheduling of subcontractors, suppliers, and laborers for remodeling projects.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their desired design goals for remodeling projects.
- Supervised all stages of construction activities onsite during remodeling projects.
HVAC Foreman
Comfort Systems USA
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
Military
United States Marine Corps
Raleigh, NC
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Provided guidance to subordinates on how to improve their performance and develop new skills.
- Coordinated resources, personnel, and operations across multiple departments.
- Followed orders and instructions
HVAC Mechanical Installer
Way Engineering
Houston, TX
01.2011 - 09.2012
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings to determine installation procedures.
- Fabricate parts required for installation using hand tools.
- Install mechanical duct systems
Education
High School Diploma -
Cypress Ridge High School
Houston, TX05.2011
Construction Science & Management
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXOSHA 30
OSHA
Scissor Lift Certification
Skills
- Daily Reporting
- Blueprints & Specifications
- Life Safety and Compliance
- Permit Processing
- Project Budgeting
- Project Management & Coordination
- Communication
- Conflict Mediation
- Quality Assurance
- Standards and Protocols Compliance
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Bid Estimation
- Building Codes and Regulations
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Job Site Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Site Inspection
Timeline
Commercial Construction Superintendent
G Hyatt Construction
11.2024 - Current
Construction Superintendent
Bill Keating General Contractors
10.2023 - 11.2024
Business Owner/Operator
Gonzo Enterprise LLC
01.2021 - 09.2023
Production Manager
Meripros
12.2019 - 01.2021
Assistant Superintendent
Proficient Construction & Services
11.2017 - 01.2019
HVAC Foreman
Comfort Systems USA
01.2016 - 01.2017
Military
United States Marine Corps
01.2012 - 01.2016
HVAC Mechanical Installer
Way Engineering
01.2011 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Cypress Ridge High School
Construction Science & Management
Texas State University
OSHA 30
OSHA
Scissor Lift Certification