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Salvatore A. Messina

Cape Coral,FL

Summary

Adept at driving project success, my tenure at Lennar Homes, Inc. honed my expertise in construction management and AutoCAD, alongside enhancing my decision-making abilities. Leveraging skills in project documentation and construction safety, I consistently delivered projects on time, with a notable achievement of exceeding safety standards by 30%.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Manager

Lennar Homes, Inc.
Cape Coral , FL
08.2022 - Current
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
  • Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
  • Analyzed blueprints, specifications and other technical documents to identify potential problems or conflicts.
  • Prepared detailed project reports, documenting phases, milestones, and final outcomes.
  • Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
  • Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Directed the preparation of site before construction, including land clearing and grading.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
  • Oversaw daily on-site construction operations, ensuring projects met design specifications and safety standards.
  • Scheduled and coordinated all phases of construction projects from initiation to completion.
  • Conducted post-construction evaluations to assess project successes and areas for improvement.
  • Addressed and resolved onsite conflicts or discrepancies, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines.
  • Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.

Project Manager

Team Fishel
Tampa , FL
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.
  • Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.

Project Manager

Hugh O'Kane Electrical
New York , NY
01.2015 - 12.2020
  • Involved in all aspects pertaining to a job
  • Ordering materials, scheduling, setting up a job, pulling cable, Walk-thrus and dealing with any problems that may occur
  • Overseeing jobsite and converting fiber test results into PDF files for customer
  • Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
  • Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
  • Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.
  • Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.

Wire Technician

Comm Design Global
New York , NY
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Involved in all aspects pertaining to a job
  • Ordering materials, scheduling, setting up a job, pulling cable, Walk-thrus and dealing with any problems that may occur
  • Tested repaired, newly installed or updated equipment to drive proper function and conformance to specifications.
  • Installed, terminated and tested wiring for cable television systems.
  • Performed maintenance activities such as cleaning connectors, checking cables for bends or breaks, replacing faulty components and testing connections.
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components.
  • Ran wires between components and to outside cable systems.
  • Installed splitters and amplifiers to ensure optimal signal quality.
  • Identified, located and resolved connectivity issues in existing cable television systems.
  • Traced out faults on complex coaxial networks using specialized fault locators.
  • Made repairs to existing wiring when needed, including splicing wires together using crimping tools or soldering irons.
  • Tested connections to verify power supplies and communication link functionality.

Wiring Technician

Certified Multimedia Solutions
New York, NY
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • As directed, layout wire and cable according to wiring schematics for new or existing construction, Splice cables and set up termination points with Appropriate hardware
  • Test line performance as necessary
  • Responsible for installation of fire and burglar alarms, CCTV systems, fiber optics, data and voice lines And card entry access
  • Tested wiring installations and circuits for resistance factors.
  • Explained installation and maintenance procedures to customers.
  • Troubleshot complex wiring issues to identify and resolve system malfunctions.
  • Inspected completed projects to verify accuracy of work performed.
  • Repaired damaged wires using splicing techniques such as twisting, soldering or crimping.
  • Documented all installation activities following established protocols.
  • Assessed existing wiring systems to ensure compatibility with new additions.
  • Terminated cables using crimping tools, soldering irons, heat-shrink tubing and other specialized equipment.
  • Identified and resolved problems by performing troubleshooting to address client service requests.
  • Drilled holes in specified equipment locations to provide openings for wiring.

CAD Drafter

Planned Institutional Equipment
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Responsibilities encompassed developing plans for furniture layouts for schools, hospitals and commercial office buildings
  • Made changes to existing plans to Accommodate customer requirements
  • Took field measurements for use in plan development
  • Prepared purchases, requisitions and price quotes using Quick Books Software as well as developing data proposal using Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Managed various phases of existing projects as directed by management
  • Efficiently handle customer inquiries relating to specific projects

Auto Mechanic

S & T Auto Services
New York , NY
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for accurate diagnosis and repair of various mechanical, electrical and cooling system problems relating to customer vehicles
  • Prepared repair documentation, Order parts and perform inspections as necessary
  • Troubleshoot intermittent problems and determine suspected cause
  • Road test customer vehicle to ensure customer Satisfaction
  • Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
  • Cleaned out fuel injection systems using special chemicals designed for the task.
  • Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
  • Maintained an organized workspace at all times while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
  • Replaced engine components including filters, belts, hoses and pumps.
  • Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
  • Disassembled engines and examined parts for wear or damage with precision measuring instruments.
  • Inventoried stock, placed orders and verified receipt to keep supplies ready.
  • Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brakes, spark plugs and radiators.
  • Provided detailed estimates of repair costs upon request from customers prior to beginning work.

Wiring Technician

Versitel
New York , NY
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • As directed layout wire and cable according to wiring schematics for new or existing construction
  • Splice cables and set up termination points with appropriate hardware
  • Test lines performance as necessary
  • Tested wiring installations and circuits for resistance factors.
  • Explained installation and maintenance procedures to customers.
  • Documented findings from wiring installation tests.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Island Drafting & Technical Institute
New York, NY

Associate's Degree -

Lindenhurst Technical School
Lindenhurst, NY

High School Diploma -

West Babylon Senior High School
West Babylon, NY

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Windows XP
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • QuickBooks
  • Construction equipment
  • Design and planning
  • Building, demolition, and renovation
  • Building systems and services
  • Estimating
  • Management
  • Best building practices
  • Renovations, building, and demolition
  • Project documentation
  • Decision-making
  • Inspection principles
  • Construction safety
  • Permit processing
  • Project schedule adherence
  • Reading blueprints
  • Price quote preparation
  • Power and hand tool operation

References

References furnished upon request

Employmentoverview

  • Project Manager, Involved in all aspects pertaining to a job. Ordering materials, scheduling, setting up a job, pulling cable, Walk-thrus and dealing with any problems that may occur. Overseeing jobsite and converting fiber test results into PDF files for customer.
  • Assistant Project Manager, Involved in all aspects pertaining to a job. Ordering materials, scheduling, setting up a job, pulling cable, Walk-thrus and dealing with any problems that may occur.
  • Estimating, Involved in doing take-offs on plans and getting device counts. Inputting spread sheets into Excel. Working with project manager to price jobs.
  • Cable/Wiring Technician, As directed, layout wire and cable according to wiring schematics for new or existing construction, Splice cables and set up termination points with appropriate hardware. Test line performance as necessary. Responsible for installation of fire and burglar alarms, CCTV systems, fiber optics, data and voice lines and card entry access.
  • CAD Draftsman, Responsibilities encompassed developing plans for furniture layouts for schools, hospitals and commercial office buildings. Made changes to existing plans to accommodate customer requirements. Took field measurements for use in plan development. Prepared purchases, requisitions and price quotes using Quick Books Software as well as developing data proposal using Microsoft Word and Excel. Managed various phases of existing projects as directed by management. Efficiently handle customer inquiries relating to specific projects.
  • Auto mechanic/ Detailer, Responsible for accurate diagnosis and repair of various mechanical, electrical and cooling system problems relating to customer vehicles. Prepared repair documentation, order parts and perform inspections as necessary. Troubleshoot intermittent problems and determine suspected cause. Road test customer vehicle to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Cable Wiring Technician, As directed layout wire and cable according to wiring schematics for new or existing construction. Splice cables and set up termination points with appropriate hardware. Test lines performance as necessary.
  • Food Services, Responsible for daily cash receipts, store displays, assisting customers with merchandise selections and product information as necessary. Prepare food for retail and catering services.

Timeline

Construction Manager

Lennar Homes, Inc.
08.2022 - Current

Project Manager

Team Fishel
03.2021 - 08.2022

Project Manager

Hugh O'Kane Electrical
01.2015 - 12.2020

Wire Technician

Comm Design Global
01.2013 - 01.2015

Wiring Technician

Certified Multimedia Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2013

CAD Drafter

Planned Institutional Equipment
01.2006 - 01.2007

Auto Mechanic

S & T Auto Services
01.2004 - 01.2006

Wiring Technician

Versitel
01.2001 - 01.2004

Associate of Arts -

Island Drafting & Technical Institute

Associate's Degree -

Lindenhurst Technical School

High School Diploma -

West Babylon Senior High School
Salvatore A. Messina