Rilind Jahaj
East Northport,NY
Summary
Dynamic construction professional with extensive experience at Bekim Construction, excelling in project management and site supervision. Proven ability in scheduling and cost control, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Strong communicator and team collaborator, consistently delivering high-quality results while optimizing resources and enhancing safety protocols on-site. Fluent in English, Albanian and some Spanish.
Construction professional with proven track record in overseeing project progress and ensuring compliance with building regulations. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving objectives, able to adapt to changing project needs. Expertise in project scheduling and site management, with reliable and flexible approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Construction Manager
Pk & Sons
Dix Hills
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted project management by coordinating schedules and resources for multiple construction sites.
- Supported compliance with safety regulations through regular site inspections and reporting.
- Communicated effectively with subcontractors to ensure alignment on project timelines and deliverables.
- Contributed to budget tracking by monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensured site safety by enforcing proper protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and other professionals to deliver high-quality construction projects.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
Foreman
Bekim Construction
Bellmore, NY
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised daily operations of construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and timelines.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity on-site.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment, maintaining operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Trained new crew members on best practices in safe operation of machinery and site procedures.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure materials at more favorable terms, impacting budget positively.
Carpenter
Bekim Construction
Bellmore, NY
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Constructed frameworks and structures using wood, metal, and composite materials.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise measurements and specifications.
- Operated hand tools and power tools safely to complete carpentry tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex projects under tight deadlines.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance during projects.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Increased safety on job sites by diligently following industry best practices and OSHA guidelines during all carpentry tasks.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
Education
Associate of Arts - Architecture
UBT College
Kosovo, Europe Skills
- Scheduling and planning
- Reading blueprints
- Health and safety regulations
- OSHA compliance
- Construction estimating
- Materials procurement
- Construction documentation
- Cost control
- Site supervision
- Subcontractor coordination
- Team collaboration
- Job and material estimates
- Effective communication
- Management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Managed a construction budget
- Supervised multiple projects
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Construction Manager
Pk & Sons
02.2024 - Current
Foreman
Bekim Construction
12.2022 - 01.2023
Carpenter
Bekim Construction
04.2019 - 01.2022
Associate of Arts - Architecture
UBT College