Richard Fajardo
Zebulon,NC
Summary
Construction professional with robust track record as a Superintendent and team leadership, ensuring high standards and exceptional results. Known for strong collaboration and flexibility, adept at navigating changing project needs. Skilled in site supervision, safety compliance, and effective communication. Developed leadership and project management skills in a fast-paced construction environment. Proficient in coordinating teams, managing resources, and ensuring project timelines are met. Seeking to transition these abilities into a new field, leveraging a strong foundation in strategic planning and operational efficiency.
Experienced in commercial ground-up construction site management, overseeing daily operations to ensure compliance with project blueprints and specifications. Skilled in coordinating trade partners and subcontractors while managing site logistics and material deliveries to maintain project schedules. Proficient in enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections to uphold quality standards, using construction management software for effective reporting and documentation. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and communicate effectively with clients, contributing to successful project outcomes across multiple sites.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Focus Design Builders
Wake Forest, North Carolina
04.2026 - Current
- Commercial ground up construction Site Management: Own day-to-day on-site operations, ensuring work matches project blueprints, specs, and design-build plans.
- Scheduled and coordinated trade partners, subcontractors, and field crews; managed material deliveries, hoisting, and site logistics to adhere to master schedules.
- Conducted site inspections to assess compliance with project specifications and safety regulations.: Coordinate and manage municipal and third-party site inspections.
- Inspected workmanship and managed quality assurance/control (QA/QC) processes to consistently meet commercial standards.
- Enforced strict safety protocols and OSHA standards; conducted on-site safety training to ensure compliance and enhance worker safety.
- Project Software: Utilize construction management platforms like Procore for daily reporting, documentation, and tracking.
Superintendent
Stonhard
01.2019 - 04.2026
- Overseeing site supervision and installation of Stonhard products across industrial and commercial projects.
- Ensured project quality by leveraging effective communication and organizational skills to address issues proactively.
- Manage material deliveries, staging, and jobsite readiness.
- Coordinated crews, subcontractors, and general contractors around daily schedules.
- Maintain project quality through effective communication and organizational skills.
- Proficient in blueprint reading and quality control measures. - Develop cost estimates for labor, supplies, materials, and project expenses.
- Facilitate the coordination of material and equipment deliveries.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to establish project budgets and timelines
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Developed and implemented procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning to enhance project efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Inspected substrates before epoxy and urethane flooring application.
Superintendent
CBP Consturctors
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated scheduling of subcontractors, consultants, and vendors, ensuring projects remained on track and met timelines.
- Conducted quality control assessments to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Managed scheduling of subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure adherence to project timelines.
- Reviewed design specifications for accuracy, proactively identifying potential issues to prevent costly delays or rework.
- Performed job progress evaluations and completion punch lists.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Maintained transparent communication with clients throughout project stages, providing timely updates and addressing concerns promptly.
Chief Engineer
AvisionYoung
10.2012 - 01.2017
- Directed employee scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations to improve team effectiveness and job satisfaction.
- Managed financial standards by preparing annual budget reports and monitoring expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance.
- Assisted in the complete renovation of a 17-story high-rise building, including common areas and leasing office.
- Collaborated with property management to optimize functionality and operational efficiency of a 312-unit high-rise facility.
- Managed financial standards by preparing annual budget reports and monitoring expenditures for quality assurance.
HVAC/Electrical Apprentice
Sierra Construction
12.2003 - 01.2012
- Installed residential HVAC systems, including furnaces, condensers, and ductwork.
- Performed electrical installations in residential and commercial settings. including breakers, plumbing, and fixtures.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while adhering to budget constraints to enhance client satisfaction.
- Worked under supervision of a journeyman electrician to learn the trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Assisted with wiring layouts, conduit bending, and circuit connections.
- Contributed to project success by assisting with essential wiring tasks and layouts. by assisting with wiring layouts, conduit bending, circuit connections, and other essential tasks as directed by senior electricians.
- Maintained excellent customer service while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Administrative Assistant
United States Marine Corps
12.1999 - 12.2003
- Managed multi-line phone system, efficiently routing calls, delivering messages to staff, and warmly greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Executed precise record-keeping through diligent data entry and organized database management for critical company information.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MDSome College (No Degree) - Construction Management
University Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MDSkills
- Site supervision
- Construction scheduling
- Site logistics
- Trade coordination
- QA/QC inspections
- Cost estimating
- Procore utilization
- Blueprint reading
- Employee management
Timeline
Superintendent
Focus Design Builders
04.2026 - Current
Superintendent
Stonhard
01.2019 - 04.2026
Superintendent
CBP Consturctors
01.2017 - 01.2019
Chief Engineer
AvisionYoung
10.2012 - 01.2017
HVAC/Electrical Apprentice
Sierra Construction
12.2003 - 01.2012
Administrative Assistant
United States Marine Corps
12.1999 - 12.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Prince George's Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
University Maryland Eastern Shore