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Van Thornton

Oxford,MS

Summary

Senior in Building Construction Science, with hands-on field and estimating experience through early roles at Blackburn Construction. Quick learner with exposure to SketchUp, Revit, and Procore, ready to contribute to a team-oriented project environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

General Laborer

MAP Rentals, LLC
Tupelo, MS
01.2025 - Current
  • Executed one residential project and currently engaged in one active project.
  • Operated heavy machinery to ensure safe demolition of structures.
  • Assisted team in debris removal and disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Completed construction tasks independently, demonstrating self-sufficiency.
  • Contributed to landscaping efforts by planting trees, shrubs, and flowers according to design plans.

Construction Intern

Upchurch Plumbing, Inc.
Oxford, MS
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Assisted an above-ground sewage crew at the Ole Miss softball stadium.
  • Operated power tools and machinery under supervision for various tasks.
  • Listened to directions and executed tasks accurately to prepare materials, perform work, and clean up sites at conclusion of jobs.
  • Moved supplies and tools to site areas to keep work moving smoothly.

General Laborer

Blackburn Construction, Inc.
Oxford, MS
05.2019 - 08.2022
  • Assisted superintendent on the following projects:
  • Anderson Grove Apartments Renovation, Summer 2019
  • Highland Court Retail Center and The Crossings Townhomes, Summer 2020
  • University Shopping Center Renovations and Origin Bank, Summer 2021
  • The Pearl at Oxford Commons Apartments, Christmas Break 2023
  • Duties included daily site clean-up, taking photos for daily reports, helping prepare for inspections, fire caulking, unloading and moving materials with lifts, demolition of flooring and cabinets.

Estimating/Office Assistant

Blackburn Construction, Inc.
05.2019 - 08.2022
  • Assisted estimators with quantity takeoffs and scope reviews.
  • Completed site takeoffs for multiple sites using PlanSwift.
  • Help enter unit prices into the company's accounting software for the residential construction department.
  • Ran errands and checks to banks for the accounting department.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Building Construction Science

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.2026

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • AutoCAD, Sketchup, Revit, Procore, Planswift Office
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly
  • Excellent decision-making skills

Organizations

Phi Delta Theta Fraternity

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Laborer

MAP Rentals, LLC
01.2025 - Current

Construction Intern

Upchurch Plumbing, Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2025

General Laborer

Blackburn Construction, Inc.
05.2019 - 08.2022

Estimating/Office Assistant

Blackburn Construction, Inc.
05.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Building Construction Science

Mississippi State University

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