Ronald J. Collins, Jr.
actflf@r.postjobfree.com 617-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/Ronald-Collins
Accomplished, Experienced Construction Project Manager
Complete projects on time and on budget Hold Top Secret Clearance
Quality driven and solution-focused project manager with strong combination of excellent academic preparation, comprehensive experience, and success in construction management, including significant involvement on commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
Utilize hands-on, inclusive participatory management style. Detail oriented, organized, and analytical. Coordinate efforts of subcontractors, motivating to work as cohesive and harmonious, high-performing team. Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, collaborating and negotiating to complete successful projects. Technical skills include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Project), Primavera (SureTrak, Expedition), and AutoCAD.
Expertise includes:
All Phases of Project Planning, Management & Execution Estimating
Bid Proposals Materials Purchasing Owner & Customer Relations
Staff & Subcontractor Selection & Management Budgetary Management
Professional Experience
NTVI ENTERPRISES, LLC, Falls Church, VA 2014 – 2015
Quality Control Officer
Obtained US Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Control Management certification for Project Managers and Superintendents.
Established and implemented Comprehensive Management Plan, distributing to personnel for staggered implementation.
MSS SERVICES INC., Washington, DC 2013 – 2014
Construction Manager, GSA, Washington, DC
Served as owner representative on several projects for Department of Justice (DOJ). Reviewed and processed all Change Orders and Pay Applications. Assisted in resolving on-site issues. Obtained Top Secret Clearance and held GSA Clearance.
Oversaw construction (complete gut and rehab) of 10K sf SCIF facility, completing on time and on budget.
HEERY INTERNATIONAL, Washington, DC 2008 – 2013
Construction Manager, FBI Academy, Quantico, MCB
Accomplished all projects within time and budget specifications:
oRenovating and upgrading 1.7K sf classroom.
oConstructing 26K sf SCIF facility.
oRestoring $2M lobby.
oRefurbishing 257 room, 12 floor dorm renovation. Finished project 2 floors at time, moving occupied floors to completed floors.
oRemodeling and upgrading systems for 210 room, 7 floor dormitory.
PEAK TECHNICAL SERVICES, Troy, MI 2007 – 2008
Project Manager, Fairfax County Courthouse
Managed additions, renovations, and change orders.
Reviewed and negotiated change proposals ($99M project) on behalf of owner, gathering into change order for General Contractor.
VARIOUS EMPLOYERS, New England Region 2004 – 2006
Construction / Project Manager
Assigned labor and equipment for up to 30 employees. Submitted weekly applications for payment. Performed estimating and ordering of material. Managed multi-million dollar projects, including Retail Mall ($5M), Turfcare Building Winchester Country Club ($1.6M), Concord Head Start ($900K), Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints ($3.8M), and Summa Inc. Corporate Offices ($3.4M).
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VARIOUS EMPLOYERS (Continued)
Completed Quizno’s buildout ($500K – $800K), achieving on time and on budget.
Ensured timely opening of retail stores for Sleepy’s, Inc. in 3 New England states, negotiating and awarding contracts for store renovations.
ALEXANDRA CONSTRUCTION, Newton, MA 2001 – 2003
Project Manager
Managed multiple, simultaneous public-sector projects.
Completed projects on time and on budget:
oWestwood High School: Overseeing new $38M project which began with $1M change order.
oCary Memorial Library: Renovating and building additions for $11M project.
oMill Pond Intermediate School: Reviewing submittals, submitting AIA pay applications, and running project meetings for new $22M project.
WATERMARK CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, INC., Jamaica Plain, MA 2000 – 2001
Project Manager
Brought in by bank to assist in loan workout of $6.4M condominium project.
Oversaw contract negotiations and reconciled application for payment, completing project to satisfaction of bank and units sold for profit.
Additional Relevant Experience
CASTAGNA CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, Newburyport, MA
Project Manager
FRIEL DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION, Cambridge, MA
Project Manager / Superintendent, Construction
PKF-MARK III (Deer Island Sewage Treatment Plant), Newtown, PA
QA / QC Manager / Field Engineer
DAVID LESKY ASSOCIATES, INC., Newton, MA
Vice President, Operations
JEROME CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Woburn, MA
Superintendent, Construction
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS), Construction Management,
Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA, GPA: 3.7, Graduated with Highest Honors
Associate of Science (AS), Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, GPA: 3.5
Licenses / Certifications
OSHA 30 Certified
First Aid Certified, 2014
CPR / AED Certified, 2014
USACE Construction Quality Control for Contractors Certified, 2014
Certified Research Instructor, National Center for Construction Education
Associate Value Specialist Certified by Society of American Value Engineers (SAVE International)