Construction Quality Assurance

Dwayne Shepherd

** ***** ****** ****, ************, Kentucky 41653

*********@**********.*** 606-***-**** 606-***-****

Experience:

Kentucky Housing Corporation, Construction Specialist/Building Inspector

Frankfort, Kentucky 09/2007-Present

< Inspecting construction on properties that have received Kentucky Housing

lending.

< Ensuring construction and activities conform to program design standards.

< Staying abreast and implementing knowledge of Kentucky Housing Programs,

building codes, accessibility and energy requirements.

< Providing on-site guidance to builders, non-profit organizations and

others involved in construction process.

< Providing clear, consistent communication on all assigned projects to all

internal and external partners involved.

< Keeping supervisors, program representatives and recipients informed on

project progress through regular written inspection reports.

< Construction evaluation scores of all properties overseen by me scored an

average of 99% - the highest percentage earned in the company.

Beazer Homes, Safety and Construction Quality Manager/Building

Superintendent

Lexington, Kentucky 12/2005-09/2007

< Planning construction phases to maintain schedule utilizing Build Pro.

< Coordinating contractors and subcontractors of varying trades on all

phases of residential construction on over 500 homes in seven Beazer

Homes communities.

< Quality assurance/quality control inspections to maintain quality

workmanship.

< Reading and interpreting blueprints to ensure construction follows plan.

< Supervising crews of approximately 30 employees, contractors and

subcontractors daily.

< Conducting safety orientations, site/trade specific safety training,

monitoring safety adherence through bi-weekly safety meetings, site

safety inspections/audits and supervisor review meetings.

< Maintaining OSHA 300 log and other reports via Excel programs.

< Recording, investigating and submitting detailed accident reports.

< Conducting blood borne pathogen training for employees.

< Teaching 10 hour and 30 hour OSHA classes.

< Creating and overseeing Division Safety Council.

< Maintaining MSDS and HAZCOM programs.

< Collecting and maintaining sub-contractor safety programs.

< Auditing sub-contractors insurance policies to ensure company compliance.

Shepherd Construction, Business Owner/Operator

Berea, Kentucky 10/2003-12/2005

< Supervising residential and commercial renovations, remodels and

additions.

< Performed over $350K in construction services.

< Planning and performing construction on projects from small home

improvements to large commercial developments.

< Assessing project costs and providing accurate estimates for clients.

< Developing work schedules and adhering to them for employees and sub-

contractors.

< Maintaining organized record system.

< Developing and maintaining substantial client base, positive customer

relations through regular communication and continual project development

reviews.

Spectrum Interiors, Project Superintendent

Crescent Springs, Kentucky 06/2000-10/2003

< Managing multi-million dollar construction projects.

< Supervising productivity and safety of crews and subcontractors of thirty

or more, while insuring professionalism and productivity of work crews.

< Ensuring quality and profitability while maintaining safety standards.

< Providing continued education and safety training for employees.

< Utilizing blueprints to devise complete take off.

< Implementing desired specifications with proficiency

< Planning and coordinating project phasing with various trades.

< Ordering and purchasing material.

Education

B.A., Appalachian Housing/Construction

Berea College

Berea, Kentucky

Certificates and Licenses:

< Kentucky Certified Level 2 Building Inspector and Plan Reviewer

< Arial Work Platform, 2001

< OSHA Certification (30 hrs), 2001

< First Aid and CPR, 2006

< Blood Borne Pathogen, 2006

< OSHA 500 Construction Industry Training, 2006

< IRC Update, 2006

< IRC Performing Residential Building Inspections, 2006

Training and Courses:

< 2006 IBC Fire and Life Safety

< 2008 Green Building Standards

< 2006 IRC Design Applications

< NCPCII 1A Building One and Two Family Dwelling

< NCPCII 1B Building General

< NCPCII 3B Fire Protection General

< NCPCII 4A Mechanical One and Two Family Dwelling

< NCPCII 4B Mechanical General

< NCPCII 4C Mechanical Plan Review

< NCPCII 1C Building Plan Review

< Brushy Fork Institute Leadership Internship

< Concrete Technology

< Drafting Technology

< Technology and the Environment

Additional Skills:

< Hand and power tool proficiency, aerial lifts, scaffolding systems,

< powder actuated tools, transits and lasers.

< Reading and comprehending specifications, architectural and

< mechanical blueprints and sketches.

< Knowledgeable and skilled in most areas of carpentry and construction

Affiliations and Awards:

< Beazer Homes Employee of the Quarter 2006

< Whetherford-Hammond Appalachian Research and Writing Award Recipient,

1999

< Executive Board Member, Family Resources Inc.

< Habitat for Humanity Volunteer

< Bonner Scholar 1998, 1999

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