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Ruben Fernandez

Austin,TX

Summary

Over 25 Years of Industry Experience. Directing Full Scope of Construction Projects that Include New Buildings and Renovation Works. Proven Track Record of Success in Achieving Time, Budge, and Quality Goals on a Broad Range of Multimillion Dollar Projects.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

General Superintendent

Way Mechanical
Austin, TX
08.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw construction business unit of over $100M - Capstone phase 1 Apple Campus Austin, Tx, Springdale Campus Austin, TX, Samsung Plant Admin Building Austin, TX, Texas A&M University San Antonio, TX, UT Mays Medical Building San Antonio, TX, and Navistar Industrial San Antonio, TX
  • Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
  • Created and executed project plan and schedule, complying with budget and quality measures.
  • Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
  • Monitored construction schedule to deliver highest quality product on time and within budget.
  • Provided technical guidance and assistance in resolving day-to-day construction problems.
  • Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
  • Manage prefabrication processes.

General Superintendent

Polk Mechanical Co LLC
Houston, TX
10.2017 - 08.2021
  • Met and exceeded Time and Budget Goals
  • Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards
  • Manage/Direct/Lead project field manpower to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget
  • Work in conjunction with project manager
  • Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, final product quality and crew performance
  • Manage quality of product/systems installed
  • Represent Company in project meetings, assist in strategy meetings, etc
  • Manage direct hire personnel and subcontractors adherence to the plans and specifications as well as all relevant project plans including the Project Health and Safety Plan
  • Overall management of field operations including cost management, labor tracking and reporting
  • Manage the performance of employees through goal setting, ongoing assessment and coaching

Foreman

Power Plumbing Inc
Cypress, TX
02.2016 - 12.2017
  • Multi Family High-Rise 
  • Oversee Subcontractors 
  • Do Take Offs, Oder Materials
  • Involved in Budget Meeting 
  • Come in under Budget 
  • Review prints and CAD drawings to insure plumbing is being installed correctly
  • Involved in Plumbing Layouts
  • Submit Time Sheets 
  • Oversee Weekly Subcontractor Progress and Request and Submit Payments
  • General Field Superintendant

    Belknap Plumbing
    Houston, TX
    12.2016 - 10.2017
  • Over See Multiple New Construction Projects
  • Ensure They are on Time and Under Budget 
  • Over see over 30 employees
  • Manage Labor Hours
  • Attend Meeting with GC and Project Manager
  • Projects Range from $500K-$2M
  • Renovations Such as Clear Creek High School, San Jacinto College, Goose Creek ISD.
  • New Construction Such as Klein 10, City of Houston Fire Station, Friends Wood Fire Stations, Texas City Industrial Building, HCC North Forest, Lone Star College Building, Baytown Elementary, HISD Eastwood Academy  
  • Submit Daily and Weekly Time Sheets for Employees.

  • Head Facilities Plumber

    Houston Zoo
    Houston, TX
    01.2007 - 02.2016
  • Coordinate and oversee plumbing projects.
  • Meet with Engineers to define scope of new construction projects.
  • Project Manage and budget for new exhibits and renovate current exhibits.
  • Oversee and coordinate the biding and construction of new exhibits Such as African Forest Phase 1, Jaguar Exhibit, Chita Exhibit, Elephant Exhibit, Hoof Stock Exhibits
  • Renovations Such as Flamingo Exhibit, Grizzly Bear Exhibit and Bird Exabits 
  • Install and repair backflow preventers.
  • Complete all daily work orders.
  • Maintain records and certification testing.
  • Complete the plumbing of new animal exhibits.
  • Design New Water Piping Systems in Reptile Building
  • Responsible for ordering all materials from venders.
  • Responsible for PM's.
  • Complete daily and weekly reports.
  • Installation and repair of sewer storm water, gas and air pipes.
  • Oversee and Manage Employees 
  • Sr Superintendant

    TD Idustries
    Austin, TX
    06.2023 - Current
    • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
    • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
    • Coordinated and monitored the progress of construction projects to ensure that deadlines were met.
    • Resolved conflict between subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders on the project.
    • Prepared detailed reports outlining project status, budget requirements, and timelines.
    • Reviewed blueprints and specifications to ensure accuracy in design implementation.
    • Maintained accurate records of project costs including labor hours worked, supplies purchased.
    • Scheduled meetings with clients to discuss progress updates on their projects.

    Journeymen Plumber

    CFI Mechanical
    Houston, TX
    01.2003 - 01.2007
    • Major commercial construction.
    • Installing: Cast-iron Pipe, Copper Pipe, PVC Pipe, Victaulic Pipe, Black Iron Screw Pipe, Orion Fuse Seal Pipe, Ductile Iron Pipe etc.
    • Meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines.
    • Responsible for ordering all materials from venders.
    • Assist with the biding and construction of new projects.

    Education

    Plumbing License - Plumbing

    Plumbing Local Union 68 Apprenticeship Program
    2004

    Skills

    • Commercial/Industrial Development
    • Cost & Risk Analysis/Evaluation
    • Architectural Plan Review & Analysis
    • Contractor/Subcontractor Supervision
    • On-Site Property Inspection/Evaluations
    • Construction Team Supervision
    • Change orders & Contract Negotiations
    • Cost Estimate & Bid Proposal Development
    • Team Building, Training & Leadership
    • Dispute & Conflict Mediation/Resolution
    • Labor Management
    • Contractor Management

    Languages

    Bilingual, Fluent English and Spanish.

    Additional Information

  • Waste, Vent, and Water System. Water Heater, House Tanks, Water Pumps, Sump Pump, PRV Station, Med Gas, Mixing Valves, and Fixtures, Cast-iron Pipe, Copper Pipe, PVC Pipe, Victaulic Pipe, Black Iron Screw Pipe, Orion Fuse Seal Pipe, Ductile Iron Pipe, Back Flow Prevention, Lift Stations, 
  • Timeline

    Sr Superintendant

    TD Idustries
    06.2023 - Current

    General Superintendent

    Way Mechanical
    08.2021 - Current

    General Superintendent

    Polk Mechanical Co LLC
    10.2017 - 08.2021

    General Field Superintendant

    Belknap Plumbing
    12.2016 - 10.2017

    Foreman

    Power Plumbing Inc
    02.2016 - 12.2017

    Head Facilities Plumber

    Houston Zoo
    01.2007 - 02.2016

    Journeymen Plumber

    CFI Mechanical
    01.2003 - 01.2007

    Plumbing License - Plumbing

    Plumbing Local Union 68 Apprenticeship Program
    Ruben Fernandez