SCOTT O'DONNELL
Urbana
Summary
Construction and heavy equipment professional with over 30 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Skilled in operating a wide range of machinery, including bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, loaders, graders, scrapers, dump trucks, concrete pumps and mixers, cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, compactors, trenchers, and specialty construction equipment. Experienced in managing projects from ground-up construction of homes and commercial buildings to large-scale industrial sites, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and equipment maintenance. Highly dependable, adaptable, and ready to leverage decades of operational expertise in a hall truck driver or heavy equipment operator role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Sinn Fein LLC
Urbana
05.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Created and implemented employee onboarding and training programs to promote employee retention and team collaboration.
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
- Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
- Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
- Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
- Mentored and trained new hires on sales techniques and customer service procedures.
- Operated bulldozers, excavators, and loaders on various construction sites.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure team safety.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling techniques.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Communicated effectively with crew members to coordinate work activities.
- Monitored job site conditions to adapt operations as needed for efficiency.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
Owner
Landon Lee Construction
Urbana
01.2012 - 12.2021
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
- Participated in meetings with investors regarding financing options for the company.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
- Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
- Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
- Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
- Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
Education
Ohio Hi-Point Adult And Continuing Education
Bellefontaine, OHSkills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Administrative Oversight
- Labor
- Customer Relations
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Design Coordination
- Cash Flow Optimization
- Bidding Processes
- Consulting
- Staff Management
- Business Development
- Employee Development
- Strategic Project Planning
- Staff Hiring
- Project Estimating
- Project Management
- Financial Management
- Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Machinery troubleshooting
- Backhoe handling
- Site prep
- Construction and mining tractors
- Trenching and shoring safety
- Grader operation
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Construction equipment operation
- Crane operation mastery
- Skid steer proficiency
- Ditch digging
- Multi-machine operation
- Safety policies and procedures
- Slope stabilization methods
- Demolition procedures
- Track clearing
- Backhoe operation
- Trench work
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Maintenance duties
- Earthmoving operations
- Commercial construction experience
- Blueprint reading
- Front end loader handling
- Construction background
- Articulated dump truck skills
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Scraper operation expertise
- Compaction control knowledge
- Rock removal
- Parts lubrication
- Communicating job status
- Machinery inspection
- Ground disturbance issues
- Telescopic handler operation
- Loading and unloading
- Wheel loader operation
- In-cab electronics operation
- Boomtruck operation
- Loading dock operations
- Daily vehicle assessments
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Crane operations
- Loader operation
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Hydraulic lifts
- Material spreading techniques
- Dozer blade usage
- Fine grading techniques
- Following directions
- Compactor operation
- Heavy machinery maintenance
- Project execution
- Contract negotiation
- Building material management
- Multitasking and organization
- Hand tool operation
- Painting techniques
- Frame and component building
- Window installation
- Masonry techniques
- Site inspections
- Scaffold assembly
- Estimation skills
- Contractor oversight
- Building codes knowledge
- Renovation techniques
- Subcontractor leadership
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Roofing installation
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Subcontractor oversight
- Carpentry skills
- Issue troubleshooting
- Electrical
- Problem-solving
- Minor plumbing and welding
- Tile setting
- Mechanical aptitude
- Woodwork joinery
- Site supervision
- Demolition techniques
- Construction management
- Time management
- Concrete forming
- Door installation
Timeline
Owner
Sinn Fein LLC
05.2022 - Current
Owner
Landon Lee Construction
01.2012 - 12.2021
Ohio Hi-Point Adult And Continuing Education