Project Manager Construction

James Kauth

**** **** *** ****, ******* Point, WI 54481

715-***-**** . *********@*****.***

CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT

Dedicated construction superintendent with 20+ years' experience leading

complex, high value construction projects from concept to completion in the

industrial and commercial construction sectors. Reliable project manager

adept at multi-tasking while delivering projects on time, on scope and on

budget. Excels at solving construction challenges while ensuring compliance

with all safety regulations. Respected team leader skilled at working with

clients, engineers, contractors and field workers to deliver success.

Construction Project Management . Industrial/Commercial Construction .

Power Generation . Food Service

Contractor Management . Safety . Compliance . Structural Welding . Cement

Finishing . Scaffold Safety

Field Supervision . Team Leadership . Client Relations . Scheduling . Site

Planning/Logistics

Problem Solving . Process Improvements . Mentoring/Training

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MIRON CONSTRUCTION, Neenah, WI

Field Superintendent, 2007-present

Supervise and lead multiple complex construction projects in the electrical

power generation, food service and other industrial and commercial sectors.

Liaise with project manager and client to implement scope changes and meet

client's schedule and budget goals while improving profitability. Recruit

and train sub-contractors and construction workers. Ensure compliance with

OSHA safety guidelines and other legal requirements sitewide. Research and

implement improvements in construction safety standards.

Key Projects and Achievements

. $6M project to install foundations for new SCR system for Alliant

Energy.

. $5.3M project to rebuild second floor of Bay Valley Foods, IA after

dryer explosion; included machinery installation.

. $550k construction of Peachtree Electric Substation foundations.

. $350k project to install new catwalk and repair river wall for Alliant

Energy.

. $200k floor reconstruction; $120k ceiling repair - New Page Paper

Mill.

. Devised and implemented accurate system for anchor bolt delivery,

avoiding the need to rework.

. Supervised successful mass concrete pour of 2k yards in a single day.

NORCON CORPORATION INC, Wausau, WI

Field Superintendent, 2006-2007

Manage a range of industrial and commercial construction projects, working

with engineers, architects, sub-contractors and others to deliver success.

Assisted with scheduling and materials procurement for all projects,

ensuring delivery on time and on budget. Delivered excellence in project

planning and handled project buyouts.

Key Achievements

. Recruited and hired local sub-contractors and employees to meet

staffing goals and deliver project success.

. Requested and obtained all necessary Department of Homeland Security

work clearances for major construction project.

James Kauth

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Superintendent/Cement Finisher, ELLIS STONE, Stevens Point, WI, 2003-2006

. Established and delivered excellence in concrete and steel

construction for major commercial construction projects with budgets

of up to $400k.

Project Manager/Superintendent, GLADSTONE CONSTRUCTION INC, St Paul, MN,

2002-2003

. Initiated and led the preforming concrete division, successfully

meeting all first year financial goals despite poor economic

conditions. Project managed construction tasks, prepared estimates and

bids and supervised team of field employees.

Prior to 2002

Owner, SCANDY CONCRETE INC, Minneapolis, MN

. Boosted annual sales from $300k to $2M, successfully working on

multiple simultaneous projects and sites, while delivering value to

customers and clients. Prepared and won bids for commercial,

industrial and residential projects. Oversaw projects from beginning

to end, working in excavation, concrete, masonry and steel erection.

Millwright, ALLTECH ENGINEERING INC, St Paul, MN

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

Civil Engineering Studies, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

Certified Structural Welder, State of Wisconsin

OSHA-30 Certification

Certified Master Cement Finisher/Cement Mason (St. Paul, MN)

Scaffold Safety Certification

Commercial Driver's License

Millwright Apprenticeship Completed in 1992 through Millwright Local 548

St. Paul, MN

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