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THOMAS M. HALE
SUMMARY STATEMENT
Construction Project Management: Reliable construction professional with proven success in the sales and management of commercial construction projects and business development strategies. Career history of directing projects from conception to implementation to completion, while maximizing profits through skillful contract negotiations, project estimation, and material purchasing. Strong dedication to the highest level of construction quality, while maintaining full adherence to project deadlines and specifications. Proven ability to create, develop and motivate highly effective construction project teams. Select expertise includes:
- Building Codes & Permits - Planning & Scheduling - Crew Leadership - Sales & Marketing
- Design & Development - Material Management - Project Budgeting - Vendor Relations
WORK EXPERIENCE
{January 2015 to Present}Papp Iron Works, Inc., Plainfield NJ Project Manager
Responsible for effectively managing multiple construction projects from initial award of contract through completion and close out phase of the project
Review all project documents in order to understand project design, specifications, details, building codes and scheduling
Manage RFI inquiries and submittal requests
Attend project meetings and project walk-throughs in order to effectively understand project conditions and expectations
Work closely with material detailers and engineers to produce accurate and timely shop drawings
Visits project sites to field verify dimensions and site specific erection sequence
Communicate closely with fabrication shop in order to maintain on time schedule and lead times
Develop fabrication production schedules in accordance with project schedules to meet project deadlines.
Manage job site and construction operations
Coordinate with field erection team project material, tool and equipment requirements
Manage project safety plans in accordance with project specific and or general contractor safety programs
Monitor project physical and fiscal performance
Responsible for the negotiation and implementation of project change orders outside of the initial project scope of work
Put together accurate estimates for related project change orders
Maintain project quality and integrity
Accurately manage project documentation and correspondence with clients, general contractors, owners and authorities.
{June 2011 to December 2014}SJK Steel & Construction Services., Toms River NJ
Construction Manager
Negotiated and Signed $3.5 million dollars in contracts, through the end of 2014
Secured an additional $1million dollars in signed contracts through the 1st Quarter of 2015
Steadily increased volume by at least 15% per year for two years by continually developing new, and maintaining existing relationships with contractors, owners, developers, vendors, suppliers, architects and engineers
Secured a $500k increase in new contracts in first 6 months with SJK, from June through December of 2011 by establishing contacts and negotiating terms for over a dozen projects.
Pursued various construction markets to broaden project opportunities
Designed, developed, and delivered pre-engineered metal buildings for end users by utilizing manufacturer supplied software; ensured adherence to project specifications and local building codes.
Played a key role in the development and design of new structural components for renewable energy markets.
Implemented proven marketing techniques, resulting in the successful creation of company blog and direct market mailing campaigns.
Coordinated daily with field managers, estimators, architects, engineers, contractors, sub-contractors, inspectors and vendors to assure on-time project completion within budget.parameters
Developed and implemented various business strategies to improve project completion times and increase overall profits while maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for field crew.
Implemented proven construction management processes into the organization to create a more effective office environment and more efficient means of project management.
Managed accounts receivables and billings.
{March 2008 to June 2011} ANB Steel Fabricators, Neptune NJ
Manager, Business Development
Achieved over $3 million in new business in 2009 by pursuing leads and securing business opportunities.
Created new marketing strategies, resulting in the successful creation of company website.
Coordinated with field managers, estimators, architects, engineers, contractors, Sub-contractors inspectors, and vendors to ensure on-time project completion within budget. parameters
Developed various business strategies which improved project completion time and increased cost efficiencies.
Implemented safety protocols to reduce work-related injuries.
{October 2004 to February 2008} ABG Pre-Engineered Group, Ocean NJ
Field Supervisor
Coordinated ongoing field projects.
Managed field crews.
Estimated and organized procurement and drop off of field supplies and materials to increase productivity.
Evaluated blue prints and executed required field adjustments as necessary to reduce errors.
Maintained and managed tool inventory to reduce loss.
Coordinated heavy equipment schedules to reduce down time on job.
Involved in hands-on day-to-day field labor activities.
EDUCATION
{May 2009- July 2009} Brookdale Community College. Lincroft, NJ
Certificate in Construction Management
{September. 1986 - May 1992} John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, NYC
Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice
Graduated with 3.34 GPA achieving Dean’s List 3 years