William Buchanan
Hallsville,TX
Summary
Accomplished Construction Project Superintendent and Vice President of Operations with a proven track record at Clayco Construction and Buchanan Fence. Expert in construction scheduling and fostering teamwork, I've significantly enhanced project efficiency and client satisfaction. Skilled in leading teams to exceed goals through strategic planning and effective communication, my leadership has directly contributed to increased company profits and expanded market presence. Resourceful Site Supervisor tenacious about keeping operations on-schedule and on-budget. Successful at coordinating diverse resources and satisfying tough clients according to demanding timelines. Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 17 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Superintendent
Clayco Construction
02.2022 - Current
- Completed construction projects on schedule by proactively addressing potential delays through meticulous planning and coordination.
- Led diverse teams of skilled professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized safety and productivity.
- Monitored daily progress to ensure timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
- Mentored junior team members by providing constructive feedback on their performance while also offering guidance on further professional development opportunities.
- Oversaw quality control processes, regularly inspecting completed work for compliance with established standards and promptly addressing any deficiencies identified.
- Developed effective schedules for construction phases, coordinating multiple subcontractors in order to meet project deadlines.
- Reduced safety incidents on-site with thorough hazard assessments and regular safety meetings.
- Established strong relationships with clients at the onset of each project, setting clear expectations for deliverables and timelines.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by maintaining transparent communication channels, providing regular updates, and promptly addressing concerns.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between subcontractors and team members.
- Conducted routine site inspections to verify adherence to industry codes, local regulations, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Vice President of Operations
Buchanan Fence
09.2008 - 02.2022
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration for optimal business outcomes.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners for mutually beneficial collaborations.
- Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
- Improved overall company reputation through effective public relations campaigns and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
- Drove expansion into new markets by researching opportunities, evaluating risks, and executing successful entry strategies.
- Identified issues with production, workforce, and material sourcing and implemented successful solutions.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Expanded company's product line, leading to diversified portfolio and tapping into new customer segments.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Police Officer
Longview Police Department
03.2006 - 08.2008
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX12.1999
Skills
- Construction Scheduling
- Project tracking
- Project Closeout
- Preconstruction Planning
- Site Safety Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Construction safety
- Worker Supervision
- Excellent Communication
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Employee Motivation
- Worker Training
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Employee Management
- Written Communication
Accomplishments
Project Superintendent of a 1.2 million sqft warehouse and infrastructure project in Mesa, AZ.
Lead Superintendent of a 400,000 sqft corrugator box plant in Longview, WA.
Lead Superintendent of a multi building process site in Moses Lake, WA.
Timeline
Construction Project Superintendent
Clayco Construction
02.2022 - Current
Vice President of Operations
Buchanan Fence
09.2008 - 02.2022
Police Officer
Longview Police Department
03.2006 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
East Texas Baptist University
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