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Robert Barker

Spring

Summary

Accomplished construction professional with recent completion of project management program and imminent PMP Certification. Bringing 6+ years of progressive career experience and portfolio of multi-million dollar project achievements. Proven leader with expertise in all phases of residential, commercial and industrial construction. History of excelling at defining and aligning objectives, developing and adhering to budgetary confines and regulatory compliance and delivering on-time, superior-quality results. Demonstrated ambition and dedication to advancing professional development across individual pursuits of enhanced credentials and staff training to support safety, team contribution and business growth initiatives.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Manager

Southern Green Builders
05.2024 - Current
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
  • Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
  • Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
  • Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
  • Performed Daily site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.

Construction Project Manager/ Builder

Sharp custom homes
12.2021 - 04.2023
  • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project.
  • Planned, organized and managed crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
  • Estimated construction costs accurately, achieving consistent business profits.
  • Implemented quality assurance and safety standards and maintained compliance with construction contract documents and contractor safety program.
  • Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules with vendors, drawing on thorough knowledge of housing industry and building practices.
  • Prepared and submitted daily work-site reports, weekly invoices, payroll and overtime requirements.
  • Maintained safe work environment with zero accidents or lost work days.

Business Owner

crossway flooring
02.2010 - 11.2021
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.

Sales and Construction Manager

KB homes Martha Stewart
03.2005 - 01.2009
  • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project.
  • Planned, organized and managed crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
  • Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
  • Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email and over phone to maximize customer service.
  • Presented products and services to prospective and existing customers to meet client needs.
  • Developed customized sales techniques to successfully sell and upsell services to new and existing clients.
  • Identified customer needs to deliver relevant product solutions and promotions and meet target budgets.

Senior Sales Manager

planet Ford
01.2000 - 12.2005
  • Strategically managed revenue streams by establishing sales targets, deployment strategies and go-to-market initiatives.
  • Researched competitors and stayed on top of current market conditions to survey landscape and anticipate roadblocks.
  • Facilitated improvement in sales outcomes by holding performance evaluations to assess team members' strengths and weaknesses and counsel on improvement strategies.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tarkington High School
Cleveland, TX

Skills

  • Co construct and other software
  • Bid Preparation
  • Change Orders
  • Planning and Design
  • Renovations, Building and Demolition
  • Building Site Supervision
  • Job Planning
  • Project Estimation
  • Plan Modifications and Takeoffs
  • Specification and Blueprint Interpretation
  • Problem Solving
  • Quality Control
  • Client Relations
  • Labor Management

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Construction Manager

Southern Green Builders
05.2024 - Current

Construction Project Manager/ Builder

Sharp custom homes
12.2021 - 04.2023

Business Owner

crossway flooring
02.2010 - 11.2021

Sales and Construction Manager

KB homes Martha Stewart
03.2005 - 01.2009

Senior Sales Manager

planet Ford
01.2000 - 12.2005

High School Diploma -

Tarkington High School

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