Kenton Heslip

Site *, Box *, RR#*, Okotoks, AB T*S 1A1 • Home: 403-***-**** • Cell: 403-***-**** • acu052@r.postjobfree.com Construction Project Management Leader

Multifaceted and resourceful management professional with proven experience in leadership of residential construction and renovation projects. Entrepreneurial and creative problem solver with demonstrated success as owner and operator of a design-build residential construction company with hands-on oversight of daily operations, project management, and client relations. Collaborative and decisive leader with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build rapport with clients, staff, vendors, and other key stakeholders to resolve issues while ensuring service focused on quality and excellence requiring adaptability, creativity, and foresite.

Key Qualifications

Project Management – Seasoned project leader skilled in oversight of projects from inception to project completion, including project estimation, budgeting, scheduling and administration through final walk through with clients.

Operations Management – Owner of successful design-build residential construction business with oversight of daily operations, budget, cost controls, staffing, and project leadership.

Client Relationship Building – Liaison with clients to develop and maintain a one-on-one design process and hands-on approach, advising of any changes or issues to ensure optimal client satisfaction and long term relations.

Negotiations – Savvy negotiator for contracts with financial institutions and sub-trades to reduce costs and ensure adherence to budget constraints.

Team Leadership – Succeeds in staff leadership, training and performance management focused on quality workmanship, safety and customer service; manage subcontractors and resolution of issues to ensure on-time and on-budget project completion.

Technical & Hands-on Proficiency – Knowledgeable in custom plan design using Builder Trend and Microsoft Office. Practical experience with framing, cabinetry, and flooring; reading blueprints, and extensive worksite safety experience. Advanced knowledge of Alberta Building Code. Professional Experience

Pinnacle Renovations Group May 2014 – April 2016

Production Manager / Site Supervisor

Provide leadership and oversight for design and build residential renovation projects providing guaranteed possession dates and prices. Supervised and managed performance of field personnel and sub-trades. Selected Contributions:

Implemented a photographic log to be used during project construction that assisted with post-project follow-up to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Client liaison focused on promotion of a “white glove” experience by ensuring clients were informed of and understood all the nuances of the construction process.

Proactively monitored expenses to maintain cost control and ensure adherence to project scope.

Managed project schedules and ensured sub-trade compliance for timely project completion.

Ensured safety practices were enforced, used good construction practices and high standards of workmanship.

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Tamarack Homes May 1992 - Present

Owner / Operator

Established and operated a design-build residential construction business with successful production of over 130 homes while ensuring on schedule, on-budget project delivery with minimal deficiencies or warranty costs due to operational efficiency.

Selected Contributions:

Achieved a high level of client satisfaction through a one-on-one design process that ensured that all client needs were met and continued to communicate throughout the project to ensure changes were implemented and problems were resolved.

Developed key long-term business relationships with intellectual negotiations of mutually beneficial contracts with financial institutions and sub-trades.

Hands-on Leader for efficient project management with overseeing of detailed estimates, obtaining proper permits and enrollments, accurate recordkeeping of job specifications, change orders and budget information, and maintained adherence to safety guidelines.

Managed the schedules of all sub-trades to ensure on-time project delivery and ensured a high quality product with hands-on oversight of performance to ensure excellent workmanship. Other Professional Experience

New Country Homes General Superintendent May 1990 – May 1992

Mobil Oil Canada & Chauvco Resources Senior Engineering Technologist Oct. 1984 – May 1990 Education

Reservoir Engineering Technology

Business Administration – General Studies

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Completed Level I and Level II

NATIONAL COACHING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Community Service

Officiate Basketball at all Levels

Lead Clinics for Calgary Minor Basketball Officials Association

Assist young officials in development of confidence on the court with coaching, training and mentoring

Member of Sports and Conduct Committee that ensures the highest level of officiating is achieved

Coach – Community Basketball, 2002 - 2008

Coach – High School Badminton, 1980 – 1992

Member – Zone 2 1980 Alberta Winter Games Badminton Team in Grand Prairie

Player/Coach – Zone 2 1982 Alberta Winter Games Badminton Team in Lloydminster Personal Interests

Photography

Creating, Designing, Building

Carpentry and Woodworking Projects

Badminton, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Wrestling, Rugby and Track

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