D. Herb Zabel[pic]
Smyrna, GA 30080
mobile: 404-***-****
****.*****@*****.***
Objective
A field supervision/operations position with an established company
offering opportunities for growth.
Qualifications
. Hard working, self motivated, goal oriented individual, with superior
communication skills, positive attitude, and success-driven demeanor.
. Approximately 3 years experience in multiple aspects of the commercial
construction industry.
. Proficient in computer and internet applications, including MS Office,
Bluebeam Document Revu, Prolog 7, On Screen Take-off, Microsoft Outlook,
and Lotus Notes.
Work Experience
Holder Construction Company 2007-
2009
. Preconstruction Engineer
o Responsible for coordinating subcontractor bidding process from
initiation to final selection.
o Defined and communicated various scopes of work for subcontractor
bid packages
o Developed spreadsheets and tracking tools to qualify and equalize
bidders
o Created and verified trade scope of work take-offs
o Conducted scope meetings and final negotiations
o Decision-maker in selecting trades for projects
o Manage drawings and specifications at different progressions of the
design phases
o Supervised RFI process
. Project Engineer (Georgia World Congress Center Storm Repair Project)
o Managed owner expectations and budget allowances
o Responsible for processing submittals and verifying correct
materials
o Generated and distributed RFI's
o Coordinated with Subcontractor Project Managers
o Directed project meetings for a successful on-time completion of
various tasks and the overall project.
o Responsible for documentation control
o Processed payment application requests
o Administered change orders
o Drafted proposals and participated in owner presentations
. Field Coordinator (Aquarium Hilton Inn Project)
o Responsible for overseeing and coordinating with trade contractors
to ensure on time and within budget project completion
o Served as liaison between project management, architect, owner, and
subcontractors
o Monitored project submittals and RFI's
o Tracked project schedules and inspections
o Created and managed punchlists
General Electric 2000-
2007
. Welder
o Responsible for welding and fabricating turbine components and
piping
o Time-managed output to maximize productivity
o Organized teams to accomplish pre-set goals
o Promoted safety daily
o Designed and constructed safe and time efficient welding fixtures
Education
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
Bachelors of Science, Construction Science and Management Degree
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC
Associate of Technology, Welding Certification
Activities and Achievements
. Participant in LEAN Construction Initiatives
. LEED Accreditation Training
. OSHA 30 hr Certified