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Sean Troost

Summary

Seasoned Lead Carpenter and Site Supervisor currently employed with Sweenor Builders. I am an employee who showcases exceptional craftsmanship and client satisfaction. I excel in strategic planning and effective communication, leading to repeat business and referrals. Demonstrate expertise in project management and team leadership, significantly enhancing team productivity and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Carpenter/Site Supervisor

Sweenor Builders
09.2021 - Current
  • Performed quantity takeoffs for projects and ordered necessary material in a timely manner
  • Earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship by consistently exceeding client expectations in both design and functionality aspects of projects.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Resolved issues as they arose during projects, utilizing critical thinking skills and effective problem-solving techniques for quick resolutions.
  • Increased client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.
  • Played a pivotal role in building a positive company culture that fostered teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among team members.
  • Maintained clean work sites, minimizing disruptions to surrounding areas during construction projects.
  • Mentored junior carpenters, providing guidance on best practices and improving their skill sets.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of assignments while maintaining high-quality workmanship throughout each project phase.
  • Led garages, residential homes, and addition projects to completion.
  • Collaborated with architects and designers to ensure accurate execution of blueprints and specifications.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
  • Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in construction methods, leading to increased profitability for the company.
  • Reduced project completion time by streamlining communication between team members and clients.
  • Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Achieved high levels of client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and proactive communication.

Owner/ Lead Carpenter

Troost Builders
07.2015 - 09.2021
  • Worked as carpentry subcontractor performing frame to finish carpentry and occasionally project management of various projects
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with builders, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Resolved issues as they arose during projects, utilizing critical thinking skills and effective problem-solving techniques for quick resolutions.
  • Increased client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.
  • Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
05-2015

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Construction Estimating
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Structural knowledge
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Material ordering
  • Safety guidelines adherence
  • Building codes compliance
  • Site supervision
  • Subcontractor coordination
  • Construction management
  • Project Planning
  • Interpreting Blueprints
  • Measurements and Calculations

Timeline

Lead Carpenter/Site Supervisor

Sweenor Builders
09.2021 - Current

Owner/ Lead Carpenter

Troost Builders
07.2015 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Central Connecticut State University
Sean Troost