Shane Swaney
Lowell,MI
Summary
Highly motivated professional with over 15 years of management, applied construction, and entrepreneurial experience. I work to create and maintain professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing projects and planning based on business requirements. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. I am comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member, or whatever it takes to get the job done. I apply business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals to increase profit. I have a strong background in maintenance and can fix almost anything. Improvising in ways to deal with hard or unknown issues that may arise. Paired with my abilities is business and management there is not much I will not be able to accomplish in the field.
I am currently a visionary Owner leading and growing a masonry business. I have been successful at building a strong business from ground up by demonstrating hard work, quality, punctuality, speed, and integrity to stand out from competitors. Proven leader with expertise in driving company vision, directing as operations lead, coordinating 10-30 employees and up to 15 masonry projects at a time.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Mako Masonry LLC
Lowell, MI
07.2021 - Current
- Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Maintained all field equipment and tools
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Trained teams on specific operations, applicable procedures and techniques for each job site.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Directed financial health of company by reviewing financial reports and statements to implement changes in operations resulting in greater profits.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
- Formulated estimates and budgets ranging from $500 to $600,000.
- Formulated proposals and processed work orders by analyzing and calculating field measurements, survey plans and plot plans.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
- Directed and negotiated change orders and claims for contractors, suppliers and architects.
- Monitored cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement.
- Drove tractors according to job needs.
- Operated mowers, tractors and other equipment in a safe manner;.
President of Operations
Ophoff Masonry
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Crafted and monitored internal control systems.
- Created business process flows to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
- Supervised daily operations of multi-million dollar divisional operation.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
Senior Construction Manager
DS Masonry LLC
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2007 - 12.2020
- Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
- Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling for 6 simultaneous jobs.
- Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
- Served as information resource by coordinating tenant's work, participating in meetings, resolving disputes and coordinating project punch list.
- Monitored and assessed schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
- Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
- Trained construction teams on site-specific requirements, techniques and procedures.
- Directed general contractor on required mock-up preparation.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
- Saved money by overseeing cost-effective material sourcing and effective work orders.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors and liaised with appropriate personnel to access facilities for inspection.
- Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
- Transformed market position through relationship building, resulting in increased profits.
Sales Associate
Gander Mountain
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2005 - 06.2008
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
- Offered product and service consultations and employed upselling techniques.
- Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Trained all new sales employees on effective sales, service and operational strategies to maximize team performance.
- Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Coached team members on security risks and loss prevention to aid in mitigating store theft.
Education
BBA - Business Management
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI12-2024
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI12.2011
Associate of Arts - Minor in Entrepreneurship
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Strategic planning
- Bidding processes
- Cost reduction
- Strategic project planning
- Talent development
- Project estimating
- Sales leadership
- Team oversight
- Time Management
- Site Safety
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Quality Control Programs
- Construction Scheduling
- OSHA Safety Requirements
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Scope Management
- Planning and Design
- Microsoft Office fluent
- Construction Software Programs
- Construction Efficiency
- Personal and Job Integrity
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Preventive Maintenance
- Painting Techniques
- Deadline Management
- Safety Protocols
- Work Order Management
- Project Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Equipment Inspection
- Contractor Management
Websites
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Mako Masonry LLC
07.2021 - Current
President of Operations
Ophoff Masonry
01.2021 - 07.2021
Senior Construction Manager
DS Masonry LLC
08.2007 - 12.2020
Sales Associate
Gander Mountain
02.2005 - 06.2008
BBA - Business Management
Davenport University
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate of Arts - Minor in Entrepreneurship
Davenport University
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