Construction Project Manager
Resume:
James P. Smith Home: 619-***-****
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Santee, CA 92071
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Project Manager
OBJECTIVE General Superintendent, Project
Superintendent
PROFILE & BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
. A personable, qualified, results-driven professional who has built an
excellent reputation for quality and in-depth knowledge of construction
operations management and the building industry.
. Currently enrolled in Green Building Construction Certification at San
Diego State University, Five classes, Materials & Processes, Green
Building & Design and Construction, Building Green Buildings-The
Perspective, Leed for New Construction, Building Commissioning. Contact
Yolanda Devlin S.D.S.U. Extended Studies. 619-***-****.
. Offering a General Contractor's License and over 25 years of experience
in new construction management involving raw land development to final
product of custom homes, single family and multi-family housing,
communities, school sites, public works and municipalities.
. Proven leadership, supervision, training, scheduling, staff development
and evaluation, technical support, customer service, subcontractor and
vendor relations, time management, trouble-shooting, innovative problem-
solving, and decision-making skills.
. Full scope of experience in planning, organizing, controlling and
directing all activities related to construction, maintenance and repair
of buildings, grounds and associated equipment.
. Extensive experience in bid preparation, estimating materials and labor,
requests for proposals, budget preparation, budget control, contract
negotiations, contract management, contract change orders, Cal OSHA
safety programs, field notes and sketches, work orders, progress reports,
contractor invoices, quality control, and written reports and inspection
related documents.
. Strong background in reviewing designs and final working
drawings for several simultaneous complex building and
remodeling projects.
. Ensures construction and contract compliance with plans, specifications,
contract provisions and legal requirements involving federal, state,
local and regional laws, building codes and regulations, and proper
construction practices.
. Able to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, plans and
specifications.
. Strong background in scheduling, detailing work assignments, record
keeping, purchasing, and inventory control of material, supplies and
equipment.
. Works well with staff members, management,
subcontractors, vendors, all trades, inspectors,
government officials, clients and the general public.
. Able to prepare clear and concise reports, conduct
meetings, and make recommendations and effective oral
presentations.
. Computer literate; Windows, Microsoft Office, E-mail and
internet.
. Excellent communication, listening and negotiation
skills; able to readily establish a strong sense of
trust and professionalism with individuals at all levels
of responsibility.
. Relies on experience and good judgment to plan and
accomplish goals.
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EXPERIENCE:
SOUTHWEST CUSTOM HOMES, Santee, CA
2008 - Present
Owner
. Provide complete construction support service for new home
construction, maintenance and remodeling needs.
. Work directly with homeowners to address specific needs and provide
complete design layout, construction drawings, project management and
plan processing services.
. Estimate time, material, labor and equipment costs to prepare bids.
. Hire and direct the activities of subcontractors and laborers.
. Make site visits to check work in progress and completed jobs for
quality and timeliness.
. Licensed, insured and a member of the Better Business Bureau.
WILLIAM LYON HOMES, INC., San Diego, CA 1985 -
2007
General Superintendent, Director of Operations, San Diego Division
. Managed office staff consisting of four purchasing agents, two customer
service office representatives, three assistant project managers, and
one personal secretary.
. Coordinated, scheduled and directed the activities of over 100 onsite
and offsite project superintendents, assistant superintendents,
tradesmen and laborers.
. Oversaw field operations and ensured overall customer satisfaction.
. Interfaced with project managers, area managers, contract coordinators,
purchasing, accounting, sales, marketing, consultants, warranty service
department, office staff and corporate management.
. Prepared bids, requests for proposals, contract change orders, and
weekly construction schedules.
. Interacted with various governmental agencies, the Army Corps of
Engineers, public works and city municipalities.
. Reviewed and approved contracts and invoices.
. Monitored construction costs, managed budgets, oversaw contracts and
maintained inventory control of materials and equipment.
. Supervised and evaluated the performance of staff.
. Interviewed and selected employees, and recommended transfers,
reassignments and terminations.
. Conducted safety meetings and subcontractor job site meetings.
. Ensured adherence of plans and specifications, building codes, safety
and quality control.
. Communicated with and worked with inspectors.
. Prepared correspondence, reports and other documents.
. Resolved issues and conflicts and exchanged information.
. Acted as resource to field and office personnel.
. Instilled the "Spirit of Teamwork," inspired pride within each
individual and encouraged all to work at the peak of their ability at
all times.
. Worked effectively under pressure.
ACHIEVEMENTS & CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS:
Carmel Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA
. Built this community of 2,200 homes with a golf course, club house, two
parks, post office, fire department, and a retail shopping center.
. Three million gallon water storage tank.
. Two high zone pump stations.
. Major infrastructure.
. Storms drains, water and sewer.
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ACHIEVEMENTS & CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (continued):
Discovery Hills, San Marcos, CA
. Demolished existing homes and built 1,400 new homes with parks and hiking
trails.
. All grading.
. Major rock blasting.
. Pump station.
. Reclaimed water system.
. Lake system.
. Rock plant.
Sun Lakes, Banning, CA
. Developed a retirement community with 1,200 homes, two golf courses and
streets.
. Remodeled club house.
. Storm drains, water and sewer.
. Three wells and pump station.
. One sewer lift station.
. Relocation of a 24" high pressure gas line.
. High pressure reducing station for gas line.
. Major backbone.
Sycamore Ranch, Fallbrook, CA
. Built a housing development of 270 custom homes with club house and golf
course.
. High pressure water lines.
. Cement mortar lined and cement coated (CMLC) steel pipe.
. Highway improvements.
Hidden Trails, Escondido, CA
. Built a community of 550 homes.
. Sewer lift station.
. Water tank.
. Pump station.
. All infrastructure.
. Grading.
. Rock blasting.
. Rock plant.
Vail Ranch, Temecula, CA
. Built a community of 750 homes with swimming pools, a park and restrooms.
. Highway 79 improvements.
. Two million yard grading.
. Line channel west end.
Additional Achievements & Projects Include:
. Improvements, maintenance and repair for approximately 15,000 homes in
Southern California.
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EDUCATION: General Contractor Topics & Training
Building Construction
Construction Management
Construction Technology
Construction Terminology
Building Codes
Ethics
Finances and Contracts
Project Planning
Hazards and Safety
Sexual Harassment
Grossmont College, El Cajon, CA
Criminal Justice, 1 year
El Capitan High School, Lakeside, CA
Graduate
Enrolled San Diego State Extended
studies in Green Construction and Design,
Material and Process, Building
Commissioning, Contracting Perspective, and
Guidelines. Contact Yolanda Devlin
CERTIFICATES: Reclaimed Water Certified
Storm Water Pollution Certified
Power Point, Excel. Word, Access, Outlook.
LICENSE: State of California Contractors State License Board
Class B General Contractor #908409
COMMUNITY
INVOLVEMENT: City of Santee, Santee, CA
Review Board Member of the first committee established
by the City of Santee
Rio Seco Baseball Field, Santee, CA
Involved in all construction aspects from start to finish
Girls & Boys Youth Sports, Baseball, Santee, CA
Board Member
Instrumental in establishing the first Girls Little League
in San Diego, CA
Board of Director, 6 years
REFERENCES
Dustin Burns
Santee School District, Board Member
Erick Van Wechel
3373 Country Road
Fallbrook, Calif.
Tom Perez
J.M.P. Utility Service
Tom Ham
Schilling Corporation
Vic Lewis
T. C. Construction
Marvin Elliot
Padre Dam Municipal Water District
Rick Pinnick
Signs & Pinnick
Don Riely
Hughs Heat and Air
Wade H. Cable
Cable Capital Ventures
Bob Montgomery
Land Interests, Inc.
949-***-****, ext. 14
Kathy Courtney
Former Director of Marketing, William Lyon Homes
Alida Ponchetti
Escondido High School District
Margie Broder
Prudential Realty
Margie Holcomb
San Diego County Engineer Insp.
Ramon Diaz
Diaz Construction
Dave Marsh
Select Build
Erick Armstrong
Fuscoe Engineering
Dan Higby
City of Escondido
Jeff Mustard
J D Mustard Plumbing
Hylang Electric
Howad 858-***-****
John Vance
Shea Homes
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