Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Russell Palmateer

Saratoga Springs

Summary

Construction Owner with extensive experience at KAP Construction, excelling in project scheduling and site safety management. Proven track record of enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing safety incidents through effective communication and comprehensive training programs. Skilled in preconstruction planning and value engineering, ensuring projects meet high-quality standards and deadlines.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Project Superintendent (owner)

KAP Construction
05.2008 - Current
  • Coordinated daily operations on multiple construction sites, ensuring adherence to timelines and safety regulations.
  • Led project teams in executing complex construction projects while maintaining high-quality standards and cost efficiency.
  • Established effective communication channels among subcontractors, suppliers, to streamline project workflows.
  • Collaborated closely with architects and engineers, ensuring projects met design specifications and quality standards.
  • Coordinated permit acquisition processes for various construction projects, liaising closely with regulatory agencies to minimize approval delays.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Construction Superintendent

Ambaker Associates
10.2006 - 02.2008
  • Supervised daily construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project specifications.
  • Coordinated scheduling of subcontractors, optimizing workflow and resource allocation on multiple projects.
  • Led project meetings, facilitating communication between stakeholders to address concerns and align objectives.
  • Developed project timelines and budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely completion of milestones.
  • Resolved on-site issues promptly, maintaining project momentum while minimizing delays or disruptions.

Construction Superintendent

The Pike Company
01.1998 - 01.2006
  • Oversaw daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and construction standards.
  • Coordinated subcontractor activities to align project timelines and deliverables effectively.
  • Led weekly progress meetings, fostering communication among stakeholders to address challenges promptly.
  • Developed project schedules using industry-standard tools, improving workflow efficiency and deadline adherence.
  • Reduced safety incidents by implementing comprehensive safety training programs for all staff members.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and owners to address design issues and maintain project momentum.

Education

Construction Technology

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY

High School Diploma -

Galway HIgh School
Galway, NY
06-1985

Skills

  • Construction scheduling
  • Project tracking
  • Project closeout
  • Preconstruction planning
  • Site safety management
  • OSHA regulations
  • Value engineering
  • Blueprint reading and construction review
  • utilized microsoft excel and word extensively
  • Primevera scheduling software

Certification

Osha 40 certification

udig 810 certification

confined space entry certification

Timeline

Construction Project Superintendent (owner)

KAP Construction
05.2008 - Current

Construction Superintendent

Ambaker Associates
10.2006 - 02.2008

Construction Superintendent

The Pike Company
01.1998 - 01.2006

Construction Technology

Hudson Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Galway HIgh School
Russell Palmateer