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Shawn Westerman

Boiling Springs,PA

Summary

Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse DG solar construction projects. Translates directives of engineers, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards.

Detail-oriented DG solar manager that brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance, and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Construction

Precision Solar Renewables LLC.
Long Island City, NY
08.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated all phases of DG Solar construction projects from inception to completion.
  • 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.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Oversaw the bidding process for subcontractors and vendors.
  • Reviewed documents such as blueprints, drawings, bids, change orders, invoices, purchase orders. related to construction projects.
  • Evaluated existing structures for compliance with current codes prior to renovation or remodeling efforts.
  • Provided technical advice on design options and cost estimates during pre-construction planning stages.
  • Identified potential problems or delays in project completion times and developed strategies to address them.
  • Inspected job sites to ensure quality control standards were met.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.

Senior Project Manager

Precision Solar Renewables LLC.
Long Island City, NY
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship and encourage further projects.
  • Managed project scope, timeline and budget in alignment with company objectives.
  • Monitored progress of projects against established timelines and budgets.
  • Established best practices for managing complex projects successfully.
  • Liaised between senior management, project team members and clients to ensure effective communication throughout the duration of the project.
  • Oversaw budgets for project, tracked expenses, and timelines and communicated with key stakeholders on milestones.
  • Created detailed reports on project status, issues, risks and opportunities.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Enhanced development and drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong program leadership.
  • Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
  • Negotiated contracts with third-party vendors when necessary.
  • Monitored internal financial budgets to measure against projections.
  • Reviewed final results of each project before delivery.
  • Provided training sessions to staff on new processes or systems related to projects.

Project Manager

Precision Solar Renewables LLC.
Long Island City, NY
06.2015 - 01.2021
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
  • Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
  • Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
  • Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.

Site Superintendent

Hypower Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2011 - 06.2015
  • Scheduled and coordinated subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Provided guidance, support, and direction when needed in order for subordinates to complete their assigned tasks successfully.
  • Inspected site daily and documented findings in logs and with pictures.
  • Identified quality issues and incomplete work and coordinated rework to meet targets.
  • Supervised staff to ensure proper use of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Reviewed blueprints and construction documents for accuracy prior to beginning work on a project.
  • Implemented strategies designed to reduce waste while maintaining high productivity levels throughout the duration of a project.
  • Created weekly reports detailing progress made on current projects which were then sent out to upper management.
  • Conducted safety meetings for all employees onsite to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Coordinated between vendors and contractors to organize work for minimal delays.
  • Kept team on-track with close monitoring and direct instructions on job site.
  • Maintained accurate records of material usage and inventory throughout the course of a project as well as employee time cards for payroll purposes.
  • Oversaw work of on-site personnel and tracked upcoming needs to prepare correct materials, equipment and schedules.
  • Enforced company policies related to safety, attendance, performance expectations. among staff members at the job site.
  • Implemented new processes and procedures to streamline operations.

Foreman

Hypower Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2009 - 01.2011
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
  • Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
  • Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.

Skills

  • Labor Management
  • Materials Procurement
  • Bid Preparation
  • Scheduling Expertise
  • Value Engineering
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Cost Control
  • Equipment Operation
  • Contractor Oversight
  • Permit Processing
  • Production Planning
  • Safety Auditing
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Walk-Down Coordination
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Budget Administration
  • Customer Service
  • Job Planning
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Cost Tracking
  • Project Estimation
  • Schedule Management
  • Project Close-Out
  • Operations Oversight
  • Status Reporting
  • Client Relations
  • Codes Compliance
  • Employee Training
  • Project Planning
  • Incident Investigation
  • Submittals Coordination
  • Rule Enforcement
  • Task Prioritization
  • Reading Blueprints
  • Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Hardworking and Reliable
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Professionalism
  • Safe Job Site Set-Up
  • Site Management
  • Decision-Making

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • CAL OSHA 10
  • Certified Heavy Equipment Operator
  • NFPA 70E Arc Flash Certification
  • CPR - First Aid Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Construction

Precision Solar Renewables LLC.
08.2023 - Current

Senior Project Manager

Precision Solar Renewables LLC.
01.2021 - 08.2023

Project Manager

Precision Solar Renewables LLC.
06.2015 - 01.2021

Site Superintendent

Hypower Inc.
01.2011 - 06.2015

Foreman

Hypower Inc.
08.2009 - 01.2011
  • OSHA 30
  • CAL OSHA 10
  • Certified Heavy Equipment Operator
  • NFPA 70E Arc Flash Certification
  • CPR - First Aid Certified

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