Ryan M. Hernandez
Vice President Of Operations
Wylie
Summary
Performance-driven Vice President with 28 years of experience in the construction and roofing industries. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in building and growing a Roofing and construction team, to maximise performance Quality and Relationship growth and retainage the the construction industry. I am well versed and trained in all phases of residential and commercial roofing. I have been a part of every division and every task associated with managing a roofing branch. I work hard to build new client relationships, as well as maintain the current relationships. I bring a team of experienced field and office staff that if needed can fill rolls or add to the team as growth presents itself in the business.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Operations
FBC Roofing
07.2024 - Current
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Train and Support project management team for optimal performance.
- Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation within the organization.
- Developed strong relationships with industry partners, expanding the company''s network of resources.
- Train Field teams to perform tasks on all phases of scopes of work.
- This is a start up business and most of the task's I have been given are to run the branch like it is my own with the other VP of the company.
- developed all process and procedures for the business.
- Estimate projects and train others to Estimate.
- develop and design roofing systems and details with the Architects and design team of General Contractors.
- improve quality control methods of install for the highest standards of manufactures and building owners standards.
- interview and hire team members to grow the business in a productive and cost effective way.
- build and maintain the relationship with clients across the nations.
- maintain a strong relationship with suppliers and vendors.
- order materials and generate PO's and cost codes.
- develop scopes of work and details for projects.
- train project managers and superintendents on budget tracking and work flow estimations to stay on budget or beat the budget.
- work with safety director to improve the safety culture of the company.
Operations Supervisor
R&B Roofing
10.2019 - 07.2024
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
- Optimized delivery schedules to enhance customer satisfaction with timely order fulfillment.
- Spearheaded task force to address and resolve recurring operational bottlenecks, significantly improving process efficiency.
Field Operations Manager
Progressive Roofing
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Monitored team performance to assess training requirements and areas in need of improvement.
- Oversaw work of multiple personnel, with 50 direct reports.
- Implemented and maintained high standards of quality in all areas.
- Maintained open lines of communication between upper management and field personnel, facilitating smooth information flow throughout the organization.
- Created, spearheaded and supervised employee recognition programs.
- Improved field operations efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing team performance.
- Conducted regular safety audits and implemented corrective measures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable contracts to reduce operational expenses.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Operations Supervisor
Castro Roofing
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
- Developed strong relationships with key customers to better understand their requirements and tailor services accordingly.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Implemented quality control systems to reduce errors, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Contributed to long-term strategic planning discussions within the leadership team to help shape future direction for the business unit.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns promptly.
- Developed and implemented training program for new hires, accelerating their time to full productivity.
Project Manager and Superintendent
A Team Pacific Roofing
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Still employed and working on projects.
- Help with estimating, sell jobs, job walks, roof inspections, PM work, and run projects, fly to the other islands and view jobs that we are interested in, and much more.
- All phases of roofing, siding, gutters, waterproofing, and sales of the roofs and roof monitor system.
- Jobs contracted under: Vandervert construction, Waynco construction, Dck pacific Hawaii, Star Honolulu, Hpu Hawaii, Philip bowwer construction, Alderson dream homes, Bruce Olson construction, Brian turniman construction, Swinerton builders, Tadda construction, F&H construction, Watts Contractors, Division Seven Hawaii, Nordic PCL, Hansel Phelps, Summit construction, Jamason builders, J2 enterprise, Buckshot construction, Pardini design group Inc., unlimited construction.
Superintendent, Project Manager
Kohala Roofing
01.2014 - 12.2014
- All phases estimating and roofing, running crews and job scope work ups.
- Left for a better life for family. Still remain close to owner and sub smaller projects to them to this day.
Superintendent
Honolulu Roofing Co.
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Oversee of all projects and scope of work to be performed and manpower for company and all projects.
- Coordinate all jobs and materials to be installed.
- Job walk with consultant and Representative of all materials and inspectors of projects.
- All msds and safety sheets.
Project Manager and Superintendent
Beachside Roofing
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Set up and run projects.
- Left due to not getting paid. Went 4 weeks with no pay.
Pitch Roof Installer
Cobra BEC
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Flat roof installer, metal installer, detailer, custom metal fabrication, gutters.
- Moved to Hawaii for family reasons. Will explain if needed.
Lead Framer
All Surface Roofing and Water Proofing
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Lead tile roof installer, lead pitch roof installer, flat roof installer, gutter installer, siding installer, lead pole builder, maintenance, and custom metal fabricator.
- Lack of hours, Went to work for cobra bec.
General Construction and Heavy Equipment Operation Lead
Matney Construction
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Foreman/Superintendent for all phases of construction.
Owner/Self Employed General Contractor
Crestview Roofing
01.2007 - 12.2009
General Construction/Roofer
Alderson Custom Homes
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Shingles, tile, shake, tpo, and pvc.
- Estimationg and operations lead for the roofing division.
- Company closed roofing division, and went to being a developer.
Installer/Lead Pitch Roofer
Peak Roofing
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Shingles, tile, shake, tpo, and pvc.
- Owner went to work for another company. The company shut the doors.
Roofing Installer Lead
Buck Roofing
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Shingles, tile, thatch, shake, tpo, and pvc.
- Owner passed away.
Roofing Installer
Peak Roofing
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Shingles, tile, shake, tpo, and pvc.
- I moved to learn more about tile roofing, as the owner told me they could not teach me any more in tile roofing.
Laborer/Installer
Moore Roofing and Siding
01.2002 - 12.2004
- Shingles, metal, tile, shake, tpo, and pvc.
- Owner went bankrupt.
Concrete Laborer
Sumners Old School Concrete
01.2002 - 12.2002
- Ground work, clean tools, help set up and light labor work.
Skills
Takeoff Programs
Leadership training
Budget control
Operations management
Business development
Strategic planning and execution
Operations oversight
Safety management
Business process reengineering
Cost analysis and savings
Purchasing and planning
Workforce planning
Organizational development
Some Clients and Projects
- Haskell Company
Coca-cola, In-n-out, Boeing, Gulfstream, Unilever, LDS temples, FritoLay, MARS, AWS
- Excell
Sunopta foods, LGR, Inno-Pak
- Burns & McDonnell
data centers, Schwans facilities
- Armko Industries
Hospitals, and ISD Schools all around Texas, Liquid force
- other highlight projects
Turtle Bay resort, Aloha tower and Market place, TWU university, Texas A&M, Washington State University, BYU, and many more.
Qualifications And Certifications
- OSHA 30
- competent person training
- all equipment
- NRCA master in singleply
- all manufacturers trained on installation
- IMP equipment and install
- below grade waterproofing Tremko
- polyfoam Certification
- Blue beam
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
FBC Roofing
07.2024 - Current
Operations Supervisor
R&B Roofing
10.2019 - 07.2024
Field Operations Manager
Progressive Roofing
07.2018 - 10.2019
Operations Supervisor
Castro Roofing
08.2016 - 07.2018
Project Manager and Superintendent
A Team Pacific Roofing
01.2014 - 08.2016
Superintendent, Project Manager
Kohala Roofing
01.2014 - 12.2014
Superintendent
Honolulu Roofing Co.
01.2014 - 12.2014
Project Manager and Superintendent
Beachside Roofing
01.2014 - 12.2014
Pitch Roof Installer
Cobra BEC
01.2013 - 12.2014
Lead Framer
All Surface Roofing and Water Proofing
01.2011 - 12.2013
General Construction and Heavy Equipment Operation Lead
Matney Construction
01.2009 - 12.2011
Owner/Self Employed General Contractor
Crestview Roofing
01.2007 - 12.2009
General Construction/Roofer
Alderson Custom Homes
01.2006 - 12.2007
Installer/Lead Pitch Roofer
Peak Roofing
01.2005 - 12.2006
Roofing Installer Lead
Buck Roofing
01.2005 - 12.2005
Roofing Installer
Peak Roofing
01.2004 - 12.2005
Laborer/Installer
Moore Roofing and Siding
01.2002 - 12.2004
Concrete Laborer
Sumners Old School Concrete
01.2002 - 12.2002
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