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Certification
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Ted Chuparkoff

Akron,OH

Summary

Construction Inspector at OHM Advisors with strong expertise in regulatory compliance and quality control. Conducts thorough inspections and generates detailed reports to ensure adherence to industry standards. Recognized for enhancing project outcomes and contractor performance through effective communication and analytical skills. Dedicated to upholding the highest levels of construction integrity.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction Inspector

OHM Advisors
Akron, OH
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment, and repair projects.
  • Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
  • Ensured that materials used in construction met the required specifications.
  • Maintained daily contact with contractor representatives to review schedules, correct deficiencies and discuss future activities.
  • Conducted scheduled and surprise evaluations of in-progress construction projects.
  • Handled district office's data requests with timely and detailed reports.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Tested soil, asphalt and other materials to assess compliance with applicable building codes.
  • Inspected construction and maintenance projects of existing roadways, structures and facilities.
  • Verified that contractors adhered to approved plans and specifications during the course of work.
  • Maintained records of all inspections performed including photographs taken onsite.
  • Documented inspection findings in reports detailing any nonconformity found during site visits.
  • Reviewed plans and specifications for accuracy and conformance with applicable standards.
  • Monitored contractors' performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout the project duration.

Construction Materials Testing & Inspector

Summit Testing & Inspection
Akron, OH
06.2021 - 12.2023
  • Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications and conducting measurement tests.
  • Identified safety issues and potential hazards at job sites.
  • Handled district office's data requests with timely and detailed reports.
  • Conducted scheduled and surprise evaluations of in-progress construction projects.
  • Maintained daily contact with contractor representatives to review schedules, correct deficiencies and discuss future activities.
  • Ensured that materials used in construction met the required specifications.
  • Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
  • Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment, and repair projects.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Tested soil, asphalt and other materials to assess compliance with applicable building codes.
  • Conducted on-site inspections of all phases of construction, from foundation to completion.
  • Verified that contractors adhered to approved plans and specifications during the course of work.
  • Maintained records of all inspections performed including photographs taken onsite.
  • Provided guidance regarding proper installation techniques for various types of material components used in construction projects.
  • Attended weekly meetings with clients to discuss progress made towards completion of projects.
  • Documented inspection findings in reports detailing any nonconformity found during site visits.
  • Reviewed plans and specifications for accuracy and conformance with applicable standards.
  • Analyzed test results for soils, aggregates, concrete, asphaltic mixes, masonry units, mortar mixes and steel reinforcement bars.
  • Monitored contractors' performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout the project duration.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Construction Materials Technician

GTA Technologies & Assoc.
Laurel, MD
04.2018 - 04.2020
  • Performed tests on concrete, asphalt and soil samples to determine strength and composition.
  • Monitored environmental conditions at construction sites to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Created reports summarizing test results and recommended changes or improvements to existing products.
  • Analyzed data collected during testing procedures to identify potential problems or areas needing improvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of sample collection and test results.
  • Interpreted technical diagrams and blueprints to team.
  • Conducted quality control inspections of materials used in construction projects.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Conducted scheduled and surprise evaluations of in-progress construction projects.
  • Maintained daily contact with contractor representatives to review schedules, correct deficiencies and discuss future activities.
  • Assisted in resolving disputes between contractors over changes in scope or design issues arising during the course of work.
  • Ensured that materials used in construction met the required specifications.
  • Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
  • Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment, and repair projects.
  • Gave information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
  • Tested soil, asphalt and other materials to assess compliance with applicable building codes.
  • Verified that contractors adhered to approved plans and specifications during the course of work.
  • Maintained records of all inspections performed including photographs taken onsite.
  • Attended weekly meetings with clients to discuss progress made towards completion of projects.
  • Documented inspection findings in reports detailing any nonconformity found during site visits.
  • Inspected construction sites to ensure compliance with state and local building codes.
  • Reviewed plans and specifications for accuracy and conformance with applicable standards.
  • Analyzed test results for soils, aggregates, concrete, asphaltic mixes, masonry units, mortar mixes and steel reinforcement bars.
  • Monitored contractors' performance to ensure quality control compliance throughout the project duration.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Walsh Jesuit H.S.
Stow, OH
06-1979

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Miami University
Oxford, OH

Some College (No Degree) - Applied Economics

University of Akron
Akron, OH

Skills

  • Construction inspection and material testing
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Technical report writing
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Quality control
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Effective communication
  • Analytical thinking

Affiliations

Favorite activities include:

  • Golfing - I love to golf... but am not very good. ( I shoot in the high 60's. Any colder... and I won't play.)
  • Magic - I was a professional stand-up comedy magician and singer/songwriter in my younger years. I still dabble in close up magic.
  • Music is one of my main hobbies. As a singer/songwriter in my spare time, I enjoy creating and communicating through music. Everyone should have a passion in life. Music is mine... and I try to create music that makes the world a better place.

Accomplishments

  • 2024- Recently released the new original single That Precious Gift ( Click the link below under "website" for a listen.)

Certification

  • NICET certification through 6/26

PAST PROJECTS LIST

  • Summit Testing and Inspection:
    (Akron, OH)

    1) LG Chem- (Ravenna, OH): (17 mths)/ Soils Testing & Inspection/ Asphalt Testing & Inspection/ Concrete Testing & Inspection/ Rebar, Weight scales & miscellaneous Inspections.

    2) Renaissance Park At Geauga Lake (Phases 2 & 3)- (Aurora, OH):
    Housing development/ Soils Testing.

    3) Medina Streets 2021 & 2022- (Medina, OH): Paving/ Asphalt Testing & Inspection.

    4) City of Stow- (Stow, OH): Easement (Right-of-way) Inspector, (3 mths).

    5) Pro Football Hall of Fame- (Canton, OH): Amusement park/ Soils Testing.

    6) Ashley Furniture- (Solon, OH): Warehouse/ Soils & Concrete Testing.

    7) I-77 Bridge Repair- (Akron, OH): Concrete Testing.

    8) Sgt Clean Car Wash- (Streetsboro & Elyria, OH): Concrete Testing & Inspection.

    9) RTA Transit Authority- (Kent, Ohio): Concrete remediation & Inspection on building addition.

    10) Bridge Over Brewster Creek- (Akron, OH): Bridge repair/ Concrete & Soils Testing & Inspection.

    11) Akron Zoo- (Akron, OH): Animal exhibit addition/ Concrete Testing.

    12) Mercedes-Benz of Akron- (Akron, OH): Showroom addition/ Concrete Testing & Inspection.

    13) Telsa Auto- (Fairlawn, OH): Building renovation/ Concrete Testing & Inspection.

    14) Pure Foods Mfg.- (North Jackson, OH): Plant Addition/ Concrete & Soils Testing & Inspection.

    15) Cube Smart Self Storage- (Cuyahoga Falls, OH): Building renovation/ Concrete Testing.

    16) Belpre Street Remediation- (Belpre, OH): Street repair/ Soils & Asphalt Testing & Inspection.

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    GTA Technologies:
    (Laurel, Md)

    1) M&T Bank Stadium- (Baltimore, Md): Utilities repair/ Soils Testing.

    2) Fort Detrick Military Base- (Frederick, Md): Unknown addition/ Soils & Concrete Testing & Inspection.

    3) Linganore Town Center- ( Frederick, Md), (4 mths): Commercial & Residential development/ Soils & Asphalt Testing/ Bio-retention facilities & Retaining Walls Observations & Inspections.

    4) College Park Apartments- (College Park, Md): Utilities installation/ Soils Testing & Inspection.

    5) Trotter's Knoll- (Ellicott City, Md), (3 mths): Housing development / Utilities installation/ Soils Testing & Inspection.


    6) The Preserve At Long Branch- (Frederick, Md): Housing development / Utilities installation/ Soils Testing & Inspection.

    7) Bradford's Landing- (Olney, Md): Townhouse development/ Utilities installation/ Soils Testing & Inspection/ Bio-retention facilities observation & inspection.

    8) The Preserve at Tuscarora- (Frederick, Md): Housing development/ Utilities installation/ Soils Testing &Inspection.

    9) Bradford's Landing- (Silver Springs, Md): Housing development/ Utilities installation/ Soils Testing & Inspection/ Bio-retention facilities observation & inspection.

    10) Clarksburg Town Center (Phase 100)- Housing development/ Utilities installation/ Soils Testing & Inspection/ Bio-retention facilities observation & inspection.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Construction Inspector

OHM Advisors
04.2024 - 12.2024

Construction Materials Testing & Inspector

Summit Testing & Inspection
06.2021 - 12.2023

Construction Materials Technician

GTA Technologies & Assoc.
04.2018 - 04.2020

High School Diploma -

Walsh Jesuit H.S.

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Rockhurst University

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

Miami University

Some College (No Degree) - Applied Economics

University of Akron