Michael D. Finch
Creswell, OR ****6
541-***-**** *********@*****.***
SUMMARY & KEY SKILLS
Construction Manager with significant skills and experience as a
Superintendent, Expediter, Owner's Site Rep and Safety Coordinator on
commercial to heavy industrial projects.
. Achieves top notch results by developing a team atmosphere through open
communications and establishing accountability through short interval
planning.
. Operates with a clear understanding of OSHA regulations and current IBC.
. Known for consistency of bringing projects in on time, within budget and
meeting ongoing quality checks.
. Excellent skills in problem solving with clear and concise
communications.
Professional Experience
April 2010 to Present
U.S. Builders, Houston, TX
Superintendent
Currently I am employed as a commercial retail Superintendent doing both TI
and ground up construction. I work across the United States with projects
completed in Portland, OR, Cedar Hills, TX, Hutto, TX, Woodinville,
Washington, Philadelphia, PA, Lake Havasu City, AZ. Wichita, KS,
Montebello, CA., and currently in Metairie, LA.
W.E. Lyons Construction, Walnut Creek, CA
May 09 -February 2010
Superintendent
I was rehired by Lyons to take an existing warehouse structure and site and
convert it to a new Postal Carrier Annex building. I have a proven track
record with Lyons working with this type of contract. We were able to
successfully complete the project within the specified time and within
budget.
Target Corp., Minneapolis, MN 2006 - 2009
Owners Site Representative
Ensured General Contractor built project as planned including meeting
stringent Target retail Branding guidelines. Oversaw construction of 3
major projects in 3 years. Proactively managed project and caught potential
errors which saved substantial amounts of money.
. Consistently achieved scores on construction projects at 9 out of 10
despite external project pressures.
. Oversaw new construction of a 160k SF Super Target in Phoenix, AZ during
record heat-wave. Earned a 10 out of 10 rating on project.
. Managed a 140k SF store, with difficult site development in Sparks, NV
which started 3.5 months behind schedule. Established aggressive
deadlines that kept all parties on track. Store opened on time and on
budget. Earned excellent reviews from construction partners.
. Oversaw $30M -story unique remodel and structural upgrade in San Bruno,
CA in a store that stayed open throughout the remodel. Installed new
elevators, refrigerated cases, underground plumbing and met all project
deadlines.
S.D. DEACON CORP. OF OREGON, Commercial Contractor, Portland, OR 2004 -
2006
Superintendent
Managed the construction of commercial projects ranging from $1.25 - $14
Million.
. Brought Senior Housing project in on time and on budget in Moro, Oregon.
Managed project by critically evaluating potential future issues
including scheduling and procurement for this remote location with
limited resources.
. Oversaw demolition of an existing mall structure and complete rebuild of
a high end shopping center, Cascade Village Shopping Center, Bend,
Oregon. Overcame project hurdles of having to pour concrete and erect CMU
through winter months. Implemented cold weather practices and daily
safety huddles which ensured clear communication and continued safety
throughout the project.
WE LYONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Design Build Contractor, Oakland, CA 2002 -
2004
Superintendent
Oversaw projects ranging in size from $5 to $8 Million.
. Took over project that was behind schedule and had a number of issues.
Organized subcontractors into a working team and brought project back
into schedule and completed it on time and within budget.
. Increased productivity and eliminated conflict on projects by applying
successful formula of implementing short interval planning and
maintaining open communication with both owners and subcontractors.
. Projects: Maintenance Building Contra Costa Water District (pre
engineered metal building) Administration Building, Contra Costa Water
District (Tilt up) Cafeteria, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory,
(pre engineered metal building).
WEBCOR BUILDERS INC., San Mateo, CA 2000 - 2002
General Foreman
Oversaw commercial projects ranging in size from $2 to $28 Million.
Completed projects included:
. Five story below ground parking, 6-story office building Mountain View,
CA.
. Two 14-story apartment buildings, Avalon Bay Towers Mountain View, CA.
. Two 16-story retail buildings, San Francisco, CA.
. Administration Building, Robert Lewis Stevenson private school Pebble
Beach.
. Two 5-story parking structures Concord, CA.
HOLLINGER CONSTRUCTION INC., Longview, WA 1997 - 2000
Superintendent
Oversaw projects with budgets up to $38 Million. Projects included:
. Demo and install Beloit paper machine, California Paper, Santa Clara, CA.
. US Gypsum plant (pre engineered metal building) Rainer, OR.
. De-inker Aloha, OR.
. Student Housing, San Francisco State University.
. Safeway Superstore, Longview, WA.
. Fiber Credit Union Office, Longview, WA.
BIGHAUS PETROLEUM & ENVIRONMENTAL, Wilsonville, OR 1994 - 1997
Superintendent
Oversaw projects up to $1.3 Million for this Petroleum Contractor. Projects
included:
. Ground up construction of new service stations with car wash and
convenience stores in OR, WA, CA, NV. Decommissioning and removal of
stations in the Pacific Northwest.
AMERICAN NORTHWEST BUILDERS, Eugene, OR 1986 - 1994
Self-Employed General Contractor
Licensed contractor Specialized in custom residential, light commercial,
and subcontract project management.
MECHANICAL ERECTORS INC., Springfield, OR 1982-1986
Superintendent
Oversaw projects up to $30 Million for this Industrial Contractor. Projects
included:
. Food processing plant, Bordman, OR.
. Barker and chipper installations, Weyerhaeuser Industries, St Helens, OR.
. Slurry pond and pumping station for Hanan Nickel mine, Riddle, OR.
. Dry land log infeed system, and sorter, Boise Cascade, Shelton, WA.
EDUCATION
Completed numerous seminars including topics of productivity,
communication, and dispute resolution.
Graduated from Grover Cleveland High, 2 time Presidents list, 4 times Deans
List, Columbia Jr. College, Columbia, CA
Military
US Navy, Vietnam Combat Action Veteran
REFERENCES
Adela Miller
Project Manager
Travis Swendseid
Project Manager
Target
Alan Barker
Owner
Skyhooks LLC
Chuck Calcagno
Superintendent