Walter Baquerizo
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Construction Project Manager with a proven track record at Swift Construction, adept in subcontractor management and preconstruction planning. Excelled in reducing costs and enhancing project efficiency, showcasing strong leadership and value engineering skills. Achieved significant milestones in commercial construction, ensuring quality and timely completion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Manager
Swift Construction
10.2020 - Current
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Put together estimates, specifications, and other project documents.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Scheduled workforce needs with superintendents and allocated company resources to meet project requirements.
- Evaluated bids from subcontractors, ensuring quality work at competitive prices for successful project outcomes.
- Reduced overall costs by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Streamlined communication among team members using advanced software tools such as Procore or BuilderTREND for accurate data sharing across platforms.
Carpenter Foreman
Gam Framing
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Mentored junior carpenters to develop their skills, ensuring a well-trained workforce for future projects.
- Increased project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising a team of carpenters.
- Ensured compliance with building codes by thoroughly reviewing design plans before commencing construction tasks.
- Reduced material waste by implementing accurate measurements, cutting techniques, and proper storage practices.
- Maintained organized records of blueprints, plans, and specifications for easy access during the construction process.
Carpenter
Anfield Interiors
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- GYP, ACT & speciality ceiling installation
- Frame, Doors & hardware installation
Bank Teller Supervisor
Banco Bolivariano
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently managing teller transactions and addressing customer inquiries.
- Enhanced branch operations through effective management of daily bank teller activities and workflow prioritization.
- Counted cash drawers and made bank deposits.
- Managed risk effectively by monitoring teller activities, ensuring compliance with banking regulations and policies.
- Crew of 6 teller supervision
- ATM operation
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Universidad Ecotec
Guayaquil, Ecuador02-2017
Skills
- Subcontractor management
- Value engineering
- Preconstruction planning
- Estimating
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
Swift Construction
10.2020 - Current
Carpenter Foreman
Gam Framing
08.2019 - 09.2020
Carpenter
Anfield Interiors
12.2017 - 07.2019
Bank Teller Supervisor
Banco Bolivariano
03.2015 - 09.2017
Master of Business Administration -
Universidad Ecotec
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