Horacio Guardo Bossio

Silver Spring, MD *****

240-***-**** - advkef@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Hands-on Site Manager with 18 years of construction industry expertise and industrial welding skills. Proven capability leading teams of up to 20 workers. Mastery in budgeting, quality control and industry best practices. Honest, hard-working and dedicated to building positive rapport with clients and vendors.

Skills

Advanced Welding Skills

Concrete Removal

Trash Waste and Removal

Bathroom Remodeling

Physical Labor

Company Quality Standards

Safe Equipment Usage

Carpenter Assistance

Interior/Exterior Painting

Equipment Maintenance

Project Support

Customer Preferences

Material Needs Determination

Building Site Supervision

Safe Job Site Set-Up

Leadership

Hand Tool Operations

Protective Gear

Heavy Labor

Subcontractor Management

Emergency Assistance

Renovation

Basic English

Advanced Spanish

Work History

07/2021 to 01/2023

Construction Manager

IPS Maria Bertha Diaz – Bolivar, Colombia

Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.

Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.

Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.

Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.

Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.

Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.

Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.

Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.

Supervised team of 15 construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.

Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.

Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.

06/2019 to 01/2020

Industrial Welder

Javier Mancilla Veloso Construccion & Montajes Ind – Osorno, Chile

Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.

Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.

Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.

Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.

Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.

Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.

Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.

Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.

Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.

08/2017 to 05/2019

Industrial Welder

THOR DYNAMIC ENGINEERING S A S – Bogota, Colombia

Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.

Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.

Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.

Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.

Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.

Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.

Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.

Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.

Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.

Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.

Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.

Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.

Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.

Welded various connections with high-quality final results.

Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.

01/2012 to 06/2017

Construction Manager

Constructora Lavora – Caracas, Venezuela

Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Developed and implemented risk mitigation plan to reduce potential project delays and costs.

Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.

Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.

Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.

Collaborated with structural engineers to evaluate structural integrity of projects.

Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.

Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.

Supervised team of 15 construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.

Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.

Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.

10/2004 to 12/2011

Construction Worker

Independent Work – Queens, NY

Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.

Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.

Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.

Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.

Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.

Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.

Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.

Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.

Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.

Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.

Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.

Assembled and disassembled scaffolding and ladders to guarantee safety of workers while performing tasks at heights.

Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.

Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.

Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.

Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.

Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.

Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.

Education

12/2021

High School Diploma

Maria Michelsen De Lopez - Bolivar, Colombia

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