Jose Estrada
Middlesex
Summary
Results-driven project manager with expertise in budget oversight, quality assurance, and strategic planning. Proven ability to manage multiple landscaping projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery and compliance with quality standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Self employed
Self Employed
Middlesex
05.2021 - Current
- Conduct landscape duties under the management and supervision of another independent contractor.
Proyect Manager
Limbach's Landscaping
Gladstone
02.2016 - 05.2021
- Led project planning and execution for landscape design initiatives.
- Managed budgets and resources for multiple landscaping projects simultaneously.
- Facilitated communication between clients, vendors, and team members throughout projects.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Proyect Manager
High Tech Landscapes, Inc
Branchburg Township
04.2015 - 02.2016
- Managed client communications to understand needs and expectations clearly.
- Developed project schedules to optimize resource allocation and efficiency.
- Monitored project budgets to maintain financial oversight and control.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to uphold service standards consistently.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
Supervisor
FGM Fullerton Ground Maintenance
Kenvil
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Supervised daily operations for ground maintenance services and ensured quality standards.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for equipment use.
- Managed inventory of supplies and tools to ensure availability for maintenance tasks.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns regarding ground maintenance services promptly.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective resources.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Prepared and presented reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Supervisor of Construction Operations
DuBrown's Nurseries Inc
Livingston
03.2011 - 08.2014
- Inspected work sites for quality control and adherence to project specifications.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were strictly followed at all times throughout the duration of the project.
- Supervised personnel on-site providing guidance when needed while monitoring their work performance.
- Prepared regular reports outlining progress made on each project for management review.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of productivity among workers.
- Reviewed plans, blueprints and drawings for accuracy of measurements and specifications.
- Scheduled material deliveries ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain competitive prices for materials needed for construction projects.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling to ensure on-time, under-budget completion for profitable projects.
- Developed detailed estimates of labor costs based on project requirements.
- Coordinated schedules and resources among various subcontractors and teams.
- Supervised daily construction activities ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Foreman- Construction Dept.
DuBrow,s Nurseries, Inc
Livingston
12.2004 - 03.2011
- Operated heavy equipment such as tractors, planters, seeders and harvesters for planting and harvesting operations.
- Prepared soil and gardens for planting and laid down mulch and sod.
- Performed landscaping tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting shrubs.
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and equipment for planting and harvesting.
- Trained farm workers on proper procedures for planting, cultivating and harvesting crops safely.
- Set up trays or flats in preparation for planting garlic cloves.
- Provided advice to customers regarding planting instructions, soil types and care instructions for plants.
- Supervised staff involved in day-to-day activities including planting, cultivating, irrigating and harvesting.
- Provided professional advice on tree selection, planting, pruning, fertilization, pest control, and removal services.
- Cleaned and sanitized tools used for planting and harvesting activities.
- Maintained lawns, gardens and grounds of commercial or public property by mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, pruning and planting.
- Analyzed climate data to forecast optimal planting dates and crop rotation cycles.
- Supervised grading operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new employees on grading processes and equipment usage.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to uphold workplace safety standards.
- Ensured quality and accuracy of grading operations by inspecting work sites, materials, and equipment.
- Developed strategies for overcoming unexpected challenges during construction activities.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on heavy machinery used in grading operations.
- Communicated regularly with clients regarding progress updates or changes in scope of work.
- Inspected completed grading tasks to verify they met industry standards and customer expectations.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings or improved efficiency during projects.
- Assist in the design and implementation of lighting plans for diverse projects.
- Tested and inspected lighting equipment before use and made necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Analyzed customer needs and recommended appropriate solutions accordingly.
- Supervised installation of stone, brick, and concrete structures on various projects.
- Coordinated daily activities of hardscape crew to ensure timely project completion.
- Inspected job sites for compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Delivered proper materials and equipment to job site in preparation for project.
- Implemented strategies to reduce material waste while maintaining high-quality results.
- Scheduled regular maintenance checks for equipment used in hardscaping jobs.
- Reviewed blueprints or sketches provided by clients prior to commencing work.
- Maintained accurate records of labor hours, material costs, and other job-related expenses.
- Moved materials using manual shovels and heavy equipment.
- Inspected completed projects to ensure they met customer expectations and industry standards.
- Installed various types of fencing including wood, vinyl, and chain-link.
- Operated power tools and hand tools for accurate fence installation.
- Evaluated job sites to determine optimal fence placement and requirements.
- Collaborated with clients to understand fencing preferences and specifications.
- Operated heavy machinery for fence installation, including post hole diggers and augers.
- Coordinated with suppliers to obtain quality materials for projects on schedule.
Foreman at Garden Center
DuBrow's Nurseries Inc
Livingston
03.1994 - 12.2004
- Trained new employees on proper horticultural techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring they were in good working condition.
- Monitored plant health, identifying issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Collaborated with management to improve nursery processes and efficiency.
- Scheduled routine maintenance for irrigation systems to ensure proper function.
- Conducted inventory checks, managing supplies for ongoing projects effectively.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- 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.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
UNAM
Mexico CitySkills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Resource allocation
- Quality assurance
- Contract negotiation
- Team coordination
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Self-Directed
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- Cultural awareness
- Multitasking Abilities
- Supervision and leadership
- Organization and time management
- Maintenance & repair
- Planning
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Self employed
Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
Proyect Manager
Limbach's Landscaping
02.2016 - 05.2021
Proyect Manager
High Tech Landscapes, Inc
04.2015 - 02.2016
Supervisor
FGM Fullerton Ground Maintenance
08.2014 - 12.2015
Supervisor of Construction Operations
DuBrown's Nurseries Inc
03.2011 - 08.2014
Foreman- Construction Dept.
DuBrow,s Nurseries, Inc
12.2004 - 03.2011
Foreman at Garden Center
DuBrow's Nurseries Inc
03.1994 - 12.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
UNAM