Steven Rivas
Metairie,Louisiana
Summary
A proven leader in the construction and retail sectors, I excel in operations management and creative problem-solving. At Kreega Construction, I spearheaded projects that consistently exceeded client expectations, leveraging my design-build expertise and a robust referral network. Achieved a remarkable 735% ROI in retail, underscoring my ability to drive business growth and maintain top-tier safety standards.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed General Contractor
Kreega Construction
New Orleans, USA
02.2004 - Current
- Company Overview: Louisiana-licensed general contractor.
- Established expertise in design and build construction, emphasizing creating artistic interpretations specific to each project.
- Leveraged knowledge of building materials and construction techniques to optimize project outcomes.
- Established and maintains an excellent referral network based on consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Responsible for sales, marketing, quality control, training and project management.
- Responsible for executing payroll, accounting, and scheduling.
- Continually demonstrate unsurpassed customer service.
- Created expertise in design and build construction, with an emphasis on creativity.
- Master carpenter with a proven ability to problem-solve.
- Firm understanding of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical practices and procedures.
- Attended meetings with architects, engineers, building owners, inspectors as required by specific jobs.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Coordinated delivery schedules with suppliers to minimize disruption of ongoing projects.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, securing favorable terms.
- Saved money by managing cost-effective supplier purchases.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Communicated regularly with clients regarding progress updates and changes that may arise during the course of a project.
- Contracted and supervised workers for various construction jobs.
- Monitored overall safety by regularly inspecting job sites and confirming observation of protocols and standards by workers.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Implemented strict safety protocols to maintain a secure and accident-free work environment.
OWNER / OPERATOR
Kreega LLC d/b/a The Shipping Post
10.1994 - 09.2008
- Responsible for all operations of two successful retail establishments.
- Achieved success in a fiercely competitive market.
- Successfully created a new retail business that secured a 735% return on initial investment.
- Responsible for over $500,000.00 in annual sales, with a $12.00 average sale.
- Established and maintained an accounts receivable base of 160 monthly charge accounts.
- Increased sales in the Mandeville location by 100% in five years.
- Responsible for increases in sales averaging 18% annually for over 10 years.
- Created and maintained two multiple computer networks, and associated equipment.
- Showed extensive knowledge of both Microsoft and Macintosh computer systems.
- Ranked highest in FedEx sales in St. Tammany Parish for over 10 years.
- Ranked highest in UPS sales of all independent UPS Authorized Shipping Centers in St. Tammany Parish for over 11 years.
- Established expertise in military crating for artwork, antiques, and electronics.
- Designed methods of packaging, supported by the entire shipping industry, and fully insurable for fine art through Lloyd's of London.
WORKING FOREMAN
Belou Construction
05.1990 - 10.1995
- Responsible for all supervision and project management for work to be performed at each jobsite
- Coordinated both home remodeling and commercial construction projects throughout the metropolitan area
- Established expertise in restoration, carpentry, personnel and project management
- Demonstrated excellent problem management skills
Education
Louisiana State University - Physical Geography
Louisiana State University
05.1992
Skills
- Problem solving
- Operations Management
- Creative thinker
- Documentation and reporting
- Hiring
- Business planning
- Subcontractor supervision
- Scheduling and planning
- Site safety management
- Materials procurement
- Design-build expertise
- Cost control
- Building codes compliance
- Demolition techniques
- Construction estimating
- Permit acquisition
- Construction documentation
- Change order management
References
Available Upon Request
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed General Contractor
Kreega Construction
02.2004 - Current
OWNER / OPERATOR
Kreega LLC d/b/a The Shipping Post
10.1994 - 09.2008
WORKING FOREMAN
Belou Construction
05.1990 - 10.1995
Louisiana State University - Physical Geography
Louisiana State University