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Overview
Work History
Education
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Richard Herbert

Project manager
Riverside,CA

Summary

Versatile Project Manager possessing dynamic client oversight, issue resolution and cost analysis skills. Offering nearly 40 years of Construction and Managment experience, successfully juggling multiple projects simultaneously. Strong knowledge of Blueprint Reading as well as all aspects of building codes.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

D Carson Construction
San Diego, CA
03.2020 - 09.2023
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
  • Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
  • Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
  • Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Scheduled all City and Utilities Inspections for projects under my supervision.

Supervisor

Custom Service Systems
Riverside, CA
01.2010 - 12.2019
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Tracked project schedules and encouraged teams to complete tasks on time while staying on budget.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Responded to employee concerns or complaints by coordinating with human resources team to solve issues.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
  • Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Framing Foreman

Kraemer Builders Inc
Riverdale, CA
05.1998 - 10.2009
  • Interpreted blueprints and diagrams accurately in order to plan out each step of a project's completion.
  • Adhered strictly to all relevant codes and regulations pertaining to building construction.
  • Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Ordered additional supplies when necessary to complete jobs within budget constraints.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Trained new employees on proper installation techniques for various types of framing components.
  • Coordinated with other tradespeople to complete projects on schedule.
  • Ensured that all tools, equipment, and machinery were properly maintained and stored securely when not in use.
  • Collaborated closely with architects and designers during pre-construction planning stages.
  • Inspected job sites daily to ensure all safety protocols were followed.

HVAC Installation and Service

Kraemer Mechanical
Riverside, CA
01.1982 - 01.1998
  • Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
  • Worked with team members to install and maintain equipment.
  • Greased mechanical parts with lubrication to achieve smooth and regular functionality.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Consulted blueprints and manufacturer manuals to plan appropriate and effective repair work.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.

Education

GED -

Riverside Poly
Riverside, CA
06.1983

Skills

  • Resource Allocation
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Schedule Management
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Project Management
  • Project Planning
  • Project Tracking
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Project Scope
  • Client Relations
  • Client Rapport
  • Project Scope Analysis
  • Conflict Management
  • HVAC Systems
  • Building Codes and Regulations
  • Site Safety Coordinator
  • Commercial Construction
  • Permit Processing

Timeline

Project Manager

D Carson Construction
03.2020 - 09.2023

Supervisor

Custom Service Systems
01.2010 - 12.2019

Framing Foreman

Kraemer Builders Inc
05.1998 - 10.2009

HVAC Installation and Service

Kraemer Mechanical
01.1982 - 01.1998

GED -

Riverside Poly
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