Bob Costello

Email: aboqh8@r.postjobfree.com

Address: ***** **** **** ****

City: Spanaway

State: WA

Zip: 98387

Country: USA

Phone: 940-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: 72

Willing to Relocate

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R.J. (Bob) Costello

20015 45th Lane East

Spanaway, WA 98387

940-***-****

aboqh8@r.postjobfree.com

Project Superintendent

Hands-on, results-driven management professional with broad and extensive experience leading multi-million dollar construction projects / contracts for commercial, federal and military general contractors. Successful at directing teams through entire project lifecycle from project scheduling, quality control, and safety to estimating, billing, and negotiations. Strong track record leveraging key relationships, resources, and contract vehicles to deliver onsite / home office construction projects on time and budget. Superior interpersonal communication skills, capable of resolving multiple and complex issues with clear vision and focus on achieving aggressive project goals.

**Core Leadership Competencies**

Project Site Management

Project Estimation & Negotiations

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Quality & Safety Control

Resource Planning & Execution

Scheduling, RFIs, & Change Orders

Stakeholder Management

Project Delivery Performance

Subcontractor & Vendor Management

Professional Experience

CATAMOUNT CONSTRUCTORS, INC. - Atlanta, GA, 01/11 - 02/12

Site Project Manager

Provided site management for design build project for large general contractor serving commercial and government markets. Oversaw project risks, scopes, deliverables, quality assurance, and requirements. Supervised up to 60 employees and subcontractors. Prepared buy-outs, submittals, and site CQC. Updated P-6 schedule on a weekly and monthly basis.

=> Planned and coordinated site design build processes for a $15 million Army Corps of Engineer design project to build a world-class joint jet pilot training facility - completing project on time and within budget.

=> Gained LEED Silver Certification status by leading site design efforts to erect a 42,000 sq. ft elevated slab and pan-formed structural slab atop 77-33` drilled piers for new classroom training facility.

=> Achieved zero accidents at job site by ensuring all safety regulations / protocols were strictly followed per OSHA / EM-385 compliance requirements.

DHO CONTRACTING INC. - Phoenix, AZ, 01/07 - 05/09 & 03/10 - 01/11

Contract Compliance Consultant - Federal & Military Projects (03/10 - 01/11)

Provided project consulting for various government contracts. Advised clients on project schedules, billings, and change order requests based on unforeseen conditions, errors, and omissions in project plans and specifications. Reviewed numerous publications such as Fed Biz Opps, Dodge Reports, and industry periodicals to develop new jobs to bid on.

=> Leveraged key relationships with subcontractors and key stakeholders to deliver $2 million project to construct large-scale interiors TI that included implementing phased scheduling, Division 9 finishes, and electrical / HVAC systems.

=> Reduced -phased scheduling- by six mobilizations by directing site survey and negotiations with end-customer.

=> Evaluated ASI#4 representing 60% plan change to determine what new work needed completed versus what original bid stated and (COR) the difference.

=> Decreased field office overhead and direct labor costs by 20% by planning and executing on site schedules to deliver projects on time and budget.

Project Superintendent / Estimator (01/07 - 05/09)

Performed cost estimation for design, construction, and renovation projects valued up to $5 million for commercial and government organizations. Reviewed federal JOC and IDIQ RFPs. Wrote technical proposals for bid submissions. Accountable for quality control, jobsite safety, OSHA compliance, and site construction schedules. Developed and approved billings. Established and maintained key relationships with employees, subcontractors, and suppliers.

=> Generated up to $150,000 in cost savings by successfully buying down pre-award project budgets by 3-5%.

=> Led efforts to estimate and negotiate project costs to renovate restaurant food courts for an Army Air Force Exchange.

=> Designed and rolled out dust control procedures to allow demolition to occur in semi-occupied buildings during business hours.

=> Accelerated completion of Division 9 finishes to facilitate early arrival of vendor supplied and installed specialty equipment critical to completing project deliverables per customer requirements.

=> Shortened project schedules and boosted profitability by implementing a sub-contractor incentive plan across operations.

NASCO INC. - Albuquerque, NM, 06/09 - 03/10

Project Manager / Estimator

Provided project management and cost estimating for numerous government projects. Planned take-offs with subcontractor base for documented bid submissions. Worked closely with Senior Project Manager to ensure subcontractor conformance to amendments, changes, and options.

=> Performed cost estimation for several large construction projects supporting Indian Health Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and other government agencies.

=> Estimated up in $15 million in costs related to Job Order Contracts (JOC), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), and Material Order Contracts (MAC).

ATGS / TRI-STATE CONSTRUCTION LLC - Phoenix, AZ, 08/05 - 01/07

Site Project Manager / Superintendent

Led project team in construction of a 69-unit apartment complex and three-story mid-rise apartment building with structural concrete garage. Developed and implemented project cost schedules related to AIA sub-contracts and vendor acquisitions. Estimated and negotiated change order requests.

=> Prepared RFIs and monthly billing statements for projects valued up to $15 million.

=> Awarded contract $80,000 under previous bid by successfully negotiating better pricing with five framing contractors to construct multi-family housing apartment complex.

=> Improved cash flow by integrating a 2% quick pay clause into subcontracts to cover site fencing and security costs.

=> Planned and coordinated a $1.5 million project from the ground up to construct an office building in central Phoenix that included extensive city planning regarding off-site interchange improvements and ADA upgrades.

=> Designed and installed temporary sidewalk system and removed / replaced existing sidewalks per building code.

CAVINESS CONSTRUCTION, INC. - Phoenix, AZ, 07/03 - 08/05

Project Superintendent

Oversaw design build for a large $6.5 million construction project comprised of 13 high-end commercial office buildings covering 8.5 acres. Researched elevation anomaly of curb and slab heights to eliminate complete redesign of handicap access. Worked closely with design firm to incorporate and lower impact of unforeseen change orders to customer. Intervened on customers` behalf to minimize costs regarding right of way and approach routes to project.

AFC CONTRACTING INC. - Phoenix, AZ, 05/94 - 07/03

Field Project Manager

Accountable for project procurement, planning, estimating, negotiations, and delivery for military IDIQ construction contracts with aggregate valued in excess of $15 million. Estimated costs for civil, architectural, structural, mechanical and engineering RFPs. Excavated deep tank pit in an area with 11` groundwater table, driving steel piles and running two pumps 24/7.

=> Planned and coordinated numerous projects from the ground up to construct:

~ 12,000 SF, 16-pump gas station, convenience store and restaurant at Travis Air Force Base. Project value: $6.3 million

~ 11,000 SF, 12-pump gas station, convenience store and restaurant at Ft. Huachuca Army Base. Project value: $4.8 million

~ 100,000 SF demolition project consisting of 5 aircraft hangers and buildings at Naval Air Command. Project value: $1.2 million

=> Engineered foundation and installed complete pre-fabricated radio building atop a 2500` limited access mountain peak.

=> Increased contract value by 15% by addressing unforeseen site conditions / errors and omissions in construction / design plans.

Professional Accreditations

=> USACE CQC {Construction Quality Management for Contractors} - Previous Certified

=> RS MEANS {Construction Line Item Estimating} - Seminar Graduate

=> RED CROSS {First Aid and Adult CPR} - Certified

=> FALL PROTECTION - Competent Person

=> OSHA 30 Certification - Certified

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