RICHARD TRAISTER
placerville,cal
Summary
y Strong training skills. y Skilled at organizing complex projects, defining project priorities, and delegating tasks. Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent
D.G. Granade Inc.
Shingle Springs
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Supervised up to 40 employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts
- Just completed 5200 sq ft expansion of Auto Technology Building for Consumes River College, ground up
- Finished under ground utilities for El Dorado Irrigation Wastewater Relocation Project, with 4 Bio Retention Facilities,4 acre site
- Subbed for Superintendent on El Dorado Fire Training Facility
- Completing underground Utilities
- Wrote and produced ASI'S as well as RFI'S, C
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations and quality standards.
- Supervised staff including subcontractors and laborers on assigned projects.
- Provided technical advice for resolving design problems and construction issues.
- Inspected construction sites regularly to detect potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Ensured that all subcontractors are in compliance with contract documents by conducting regular inspections of their workmanship.
- Planned procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times
- Prepared drafts of new 4 week look ahead schedules.
Project Superintendent
INTEGRATED BUILDING GROUP
Eldorado Hills, Ca
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Supervised and Managed subcontractors, tracked and adjusted budget and schedules
- Ordered procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
- Conferred with and directed supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays
- Inspected work in progress to ensure that work conformed to specifications and that construction schedules were followed
- Completed numerous T.I.'S for Credit Unions, from 1800 sq.ft to 5500 sq ft
- Inspected worksites on a regular basis to ensure safety regulations were followed and quality control standards were met.
- Maintained records of construction progress and reported any discrepancies or delays immediately to the Project Manager.
- Held weekly meetings with subcontractors to review job performance, discuss potential problems, and provide guidance for improvement.
- Analyzed bids submitted by subcontractors in order to select most qualified team members at lowest possible cost.
- Worked closely with engineers and designers
- Inspected work in progress to ensure that work conformed to specifications and adherence to work schedules.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Supervised day-to-day operations of construction sites, including scheduling of workers, materials delivery, and equipment usage.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring that all work was completed according to project specifications and standards.
WORKING SUPERINTENDENT
Z SQUARED CONSTRUCTION
FOLSOM, CA
04.2013 - 09.2016
- Overseeing modification upgrade of kitchen, cafeteria Independence high school
- Executed daily operations
- Studied specifications to plan procedures for staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
- Conducted daily on-site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Supervised subcontractors, including scheduling and monitoring of work progress to maintain timeline objectives.
- Coordinated with City inspectors for all required permits and approvals.
WORKING SUPERINTENDENT
CAL-INC.
VACAVILLE, CAL
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Oversee installation of water filtration system Hess Winery Napa, install metal working platform PGE concord substation, removed (2) mobile homes (offices) PGE Diablo Canyon Nuclear power plant, removal of 2467 lin ft of fire suppression piping Travis AFB, metal stud framing Nectar juice bar, Palo Alto.
OWNER/MANAGER
R.A.TRAISTER CONSTRUCTION
PLACERVILLE, CA
12.1991 - 05.2014
- Subcontracted to various contractors, foundations, rough frame, siding, complete housing (from conception to completion), developed land and constructed single family housing for resale, worked with commercial contractors on various projects, science buildings to shopping centers.
WORKING SUPERINTENDENT
WHITNEY STONE INC
WILLOWS, CA
08.2012 - 07.2013
- Removed and replaced (2) boilers, Federal Court House, Reno, installed metal roofing (5) residences forestry station Whiskeytown ca, installed metal roofing (4) residences forestry station Jones Hole Fish Hatchery, Utah, oversee construction of 10,00 square foot office complex forestry station Clearlake ca.
FRAMING FOREMAN
PRODUCTION FRAMING
ROSEVILLE, CA
11.2000 - 04.2003
- Framing foreman for production framing of housing tracts 15 to 30 homes per tract
- Expertise in all carpentry related tasks
- Extensive experience with nail guns, skill saw, sawzall, drills, grinders, hammer, chalk box, table saws, concrete tools, ladders, compressors, generators
- Blueprint reading and interpretation.
Education
Sacramento State
08.2011
MONTCLAIR HIGH
01.1972
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology
Southern Oregon State
Ashland, ORSkills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Infrastructure Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Contractor Management
- Building Codes Understanding
- Relationship Building
- Key Decision Making
- Project Coordination
- Quality Standards
- HVAC Systems
- Commercial Construction
Accomplishments
supervision and management y Well-organized and efficient. y Strong background in all phases of construction y Skilled with computer systems and software. y Skilled at organizing complex projects, defining project priorities y Self-starting, goal-oriented strategist whose confidence, perseverance and vision promote success. y great customer service
License
COMMERCIAL CLASS A CALIF CONTRACTOR B1 633053
References
- PITZER AND SONS CONSTRUCTION (STEVE PITZER), 916 825-4392
- HART DEVELOPMENT (RICH HARTMAN), 916 835-8642
- BRIDGEPARK HOMES (KEN KIRBY), 916 716-7945
Certification
- General Contractors lic 633053 B-1 and C-39 endorsment
Timeline
Superintendent
D.G. Granade Inc.
04.2021 - 05.2023
Project Superintendent
INTEGRATED BUILDING GROUP
05.2017 - 03.2021
WORKING SUPERINTENDENT
CAL-INC.
09.2013 - 05.2014
WORKING SUPERINTENDENT
Z SQUARED CONSTRUCTION
04.2013 - 09.2016
WORKING SUPERINTENDENT
WHITNEY STONE INC
08.2012 - 07.2013
FRAMING FOREMAN
PRODUCTION FRAMING
11.2000 - 04.2003
OWNER/MANAGER
R.A.TRAISTER CONSTRUCTION
12.1991 - 05.2014
Sacramento State
MONTCLAIR HIGH
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology
Southern Oregon State