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Tomas Leyva

Tomas Leyva

Chicago,IL

Summary

Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs. Motivated business professional bringing 10 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

MSA CONSTRUCTION CO
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.

Owner

Leyva Construction Company
05.2016 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
  • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.

Drywall Finisher

Alpine Acoustics
Schaumburg, IL
04.2012 - 04.2016
  • Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
  • Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Drywall Finisher Foreman

Salamone Builders
Aurora, IL
07.2008 - 03.2012
  • Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
  • Ensured timely project completion by efficiently hanging and finishing drywalls in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and fitting drywall panels to specific dimensions.
  • Streamlined the repair process for damaged walls by expertly patching holes and cracks with minimal disruption.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and properly disposing of debris.
  • Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Westwood College
Chicago, IL
07.2010

Skills

  • Sales Leadership
  • Team Oversight
  • Business Development
  • Staff Management
  • Investor Relations
  • Hiring and Staffing
  • Client Service
  • Financial Management
  • Business Planning
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Contract Negotiation Expertise
  • Staff Training
  • Business Administration
  • Customer Relations
  • Design Coordination
  • Budget Development
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Account Oversight
  • Bidding Process
  • Project Management
  • Project Estimating

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Project Manager

MSA CONSTRUCTION CO
01.2023 - Current

Owner

Leyva Construction Company
05.2016 - Current

Drywall Finisher

Alpine Acoustics
04.2012 - 04.2016

Drywall Finisher Foreman

Salamone Builders
07.2008 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Westwood College

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