Daniel Blandford
**** ******** ******* . *** **** Obispo, California 93401 .
*********.***@*****.*** . 805-***-****
Project Management Profile
Business Administration . Contractor Management . Technical &
Engineering
Highly experienced Construction Manager with PMP Master's Certification.
Expertise in overall planning, organization, and direction of logistics.
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Talent for
developing long-term relationships that result in profitable continuing
business. Superior product presentation and service capabilities in
response to unique needs of each customer. Track record of controlling
overhead, developing mutually beneficial contract agreements with
subcontractors and vendors, maintaining full compliance with industry and
safety regulations, and ensuring on-time completion of projects.
Core competencies include:
Strategic Planning / Code Compliance / Site Safety
Operations Construction Logistics / Scheduling
Recruiting & Staffing Quality Assurance / Client Relations
Initiatives
Bidding / Negotiations / Procurement / Inventory Management
Contracts Cost Controls / Environmental Issues
P&L / Budget Analysis
Insurance / Permitting
Professional Experience
ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION - Sacramento, CA
GENERAL MANAGER, MM/1994 to Present
Oversee business operations and project management, schedules, and
logistics. Review contractual obligations with crews, meet with clients,
and inspect job sites. Manage team of up to 45 employees. Maintain
accountability for diverse projects worth up to $ 500,000. Monitor
progress according to plans, specifications, and timetables. Ensure
compliance with worker safety, industry regulations, and property
protection agreements. Monitor bookkeeping, payroll, and business
documentation records to ensure accuracy and compliance. Negotiate with
vendors and subcontractors for materials, terms of delivery, man-hours, and
legal accountability. Interact with local inspectors and ensure compliance
with codes.
. Recruit, train, and mentor all on-site personnel as well as site
managers.
. Handle all HR functions, including performance reviews, and
promotions.
. Coordinate and monitor safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA
standards.
. Solely authorized to sign off on punch lists and final payments.
. Key Projects: Roseville H.S., Roseville, Ca. Folsom H.S. Folsom,
Ca., California Family Fitness
FIRST SOLAR, TOPAZ SOLAR FARMS - Santa Margarita, CA
CIVIL SUPERINTENDENT, 1/2012 to 5/2013
In charge of up to 80 technical and trades staff on world's largest solar
project currently under construction. Monitored logistics and processes for
capital expenditures. Ensured budget and schedules met. Maintained high
level of productivity and assured principal owners time-frames met and
quality standards in place at all phases of project. Facilitated all
contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and
local building requirements. Conducted site inspections and communicated
with all contractors till projects completed. Responsible for compliance
with environmental and safety issues. Maintained accurate records for
equipment use, inventory, and budgets.
. Developed and implemented first onsite "hammer rebuild" program for 24-
hour turnaround.
. Managed comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all
equipment used.
. Served as primary contact with sub-contractors, safety personnel,
compliance personnel, QC inspectors, biology representatives, and
state and county agencies.
. Conducted inspections on underground installation of AC / DC cables.
. Collaborated with teams of biologists, fish and wildlife
representatives, county inspectors, and other agencies to ensure
project compliance with130 conditions of approval.
FIRST SOLAR, AQUA CLIENTE SOLAR FARM - Dateland, AZ
CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT, 5/2009 to 12/2011
Led construction activity for company providing custom installation of
components for solar panel support system. Managed project with contracts
worth up to $900 mil. Maintained ongoing discussion of designs and methods
of building with clients, architects, supervisors, and subcontractors.
Coordinated civil engineers, landscapers, and CAD technicians while
providing on-site construction management.
. Maintained productive relationships with compliance and biological
representatives.
. Managed safe and productive workplace.
Previous experiences with Teichert Construction, Sacramento, CA as Heavy
Duty Repairman and Heavy Equipment Specialist; maintained and operated
excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, and scrapers. Served in U. S. Army as
Power Generation Specialist.
Education & Credentials
PMP Master's Certification (2013) - Villanova University
Associates in Industrial Engineering - American River College, Sacramento,
CA
Heavy Duty Repairman Apprenticeship, Journeyman Certification
Operating Engineers Local 3, Sacramento, CA
Blue Print Reading Quality Control and Inspection
U. S. Army Materials Research Center, Sacramento, CA
Licensure
California C60 Contractor's License #744892 American Welding Society
Certified Welder
Member, American Welding Society PMI Project Management Professional
(PMP) Certification
Member, PMI Professional