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Richard Shaiffer

FOUNTAIN,CO

Summary

Seasoned Construction Professional with over 20 years experience in the industry. My experience includes bidding, estimating and managing construction projects. Focused on completing jobs on time and to meet quality standards by motivating and educating workers. Strong leadership and decision making skills with an emphasis on safety.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent

AA Construction
09.2023 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations at site, keep team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Train workers in proper methods of equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Observe whether or not utility markings are in place prior to doing any work.
  • Order materials to include Asphalt, Concrete, lumber, etc.
  • Interpret blueprints, specifications and schematics to complete accurate work.
  • Document employee hours, and other pertinent information.
  • Prepare and submit reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Work with 2c inspector to uphold 2c rules and regulations.
  • Maintain safety onsite and uphold all OSHA regulations.
  • Manage traffic control in coordination with company's TCS.


Lead /Operator

AA Construction
01.2016 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for landscaping, sprinkler repair and asphalt patching.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
  • Operated skid loader, roller, and have a little experience using mini excavator.
  • Performed daily checks on equipment and vehicles.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Monitored materials and provided superintendent with a weekly shopping list.
  • Calculated Materials to include asphalt, rock, dirt, etc.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Worked closely with Superintendent and safety officer to maintain and help implement traffic control.

Estimator/Project Manager

Quality Roofing
12.2011 - 12.2014
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Meet with potential customers to discuss their particular home improvement needs.
  • Estimated project cost and profit utilizing xactimate estimating software.
  • Pull permits
  • Calculate and order materials.
  • Monitor projects ensuring all code requirement's are met and company standards upheld.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to management.
  • Work as liaison between customers and their insurance companies.
  • Meet with Regional building dept. inspectors for scheduled inspections.
  • Insure all Company and OSHA safety procedures are being followed.
  • Collect accounts receivable.

Laborer/Operator

Global Underground Corporation
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Potholed for utilities prior to drilling operations.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Performed frequent heavy lifting up to 100 pounds.
  • Performed daily checklist on equipment each morning.


Equipment Operator

AA Construction
01.2008 - 12.2011
  • Operated a skid loader to assist in the demolition and removal of concrete and asphalt.
  • Assessed any possible safety concerns throughout the work day and reported to the superintendent.
  • Safely loaded concrete, dirt, asphalt, etc into dump trucks.
  • Inspected maintained and cleaned equipment on a daily basis.
  • Trained to use many useful attachments such as a breaker attachment, sweeper attachment, pallet attachment and rotary cutter attachment.
  • Occasionally assisted with asphalt patching.

Operator/Carpenter/ Laborer

Torix General Contractors
01.2005 - 12.2007
  • Demolition of large structures and buildings.
  • Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Operated loaders, skid steers, man baskets, and other heavy equipment.
  • Installed utility vaults and constructed duct banks.

Education

Associate of Science - HVAC Installation And Repair

Howard College
Big Spring, TX
2015

Associate of Science - Electrician

Howard College
Big Spring, TX
2015

Certification

OSHA 40 Hour Hazwoper

OSHA Confined Space Training

EPA Universal HVAC

Timeline

Superintendent

AA Construction
09.2023 - Current

Lead /Operator

AA Construction
01.2016 - 09.2023

Estimator/Project Manager

Quality Roofing
12.2011 - 12.2014

Laborer/Operator

Global Underground Corporation
01.2011 - 12.2011

Equipment Operator

AA Construction
01.2008 - 12.2011

Operator/Carpenter/ Laborer

Torix General Contractors
01.2005 - 12.2007

Associate of Science - HVAC Installation And Repair

Howard College

Associate of Science - Electrician

Howard College
Richard Shaiffer