Construction Manager
Resume:
JOSEPH SERDAR
Saint Augustine, Florida 32084 United States
*********.***@*****.***
Highly motivated, experienced, knowledgeable, educated, and professional former construction company owner and entrepreneur in the construction industry. Many years of successful professional construction experience working in residential, multi family, and commercial construction as well as various specialized fiends in the Construction Industry. Hard working, with high moral standards and ethics, cutting edge, out of the box thinking dynamic professional, that oversaw the day to day operations of residential construction & remodeling. Provided the best quality Custom Homes, products, and professional workmanship, while completing multiple projects from start to completion on time & within budget. Responsibilities included ground up operations, erection of buildings, budgeting, estimating, managing client relationships, customer satisfaction, scheduling and management of subcontractors and vendors, coordinate purchasing & scheduling of materials, inspections of completed work, interaction with building inspectors, maintaining job safety & organization, and superb listening/negotiating skills for resolution of issues and problems.
Professional Experience
Currently working for a Commercial Construction Company-Project Manager- 2015 to Present
Specialize in new/remodeled Northern Florida Area Commercial, Retail, Storage, Warehouse storage, Multi-level buildings, Strip Malls, and Office space properties. In charge of completing multiple new commercial projects and tenant build outs on time and within budget. Currently completing $12 Million project in St. Augustine.
Responsibilities and Duties-Include oversight of all phases of the construction process, read and comprehend architectural specifications and blue prints as well as all other construction documents to determine work necessary for project. Analyze and estimate project cost. Create bid documents, do take-offs, obtain, and negotiate bids from a variety of subcontractors. Develop, coordinate, and oversee schedules to meet project deadlines. Coordinate daily operations and completing work in a timely scheduled manner. Ensure adherence to budget in terms of purchases, cost control, and subcontractor work. Provide quality control of construction contracts to ensure their work meets trade standards. Administer good construction safety practices and keep site clean, neat, and organized. Coordinate inspections and directly oversee work progress and construction sites on a daily basis. Ensure compliance with building codes, safety codes, and other regulations. Liaison to architect, engineer, subcontractors, tenant(s), and city and county officials. Handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts as required. Manage punch lists and close out of the project.
American Restoration, Ltd. President/Owner 1986-2015
Started, built, and managed day to day operations of High End Construction Company that completed Residential & Single Family Estate Homes, Multi-family, Commercial retail, office buildings and large box stores. Managed, Supervised, and Completed multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish and within budget. Developed specialties in a variety of fields and new “Green Technologies” in the construction industry.
Responsibilities and Duties-Include oversight of entire company and its profitability. Oversight of all phases of all construction projects and process. Read and comprehend architectural specifications and blue prints as well as all other construction documents to determine work necessary for each project. Analyze and estimate project costs. Create bid documents and specifications, do take offs, obtain and negotiate bids from a wide variety of subcontractors and specialty contractors. Develop, coordinate, and oversee schedules to meet project deadlines. Coordinate daily operations and completion of work in a timely manner. Ensure adherence to budget
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in terms of purchases, cost control, and subcontractor work. Provide quality control of workmanship and construction contracts to ensure all work meets and exceeds trade standards. Coordinate inspections, managing
client relationships, resolving disputes, managing vendor and purchasing of all materials & delivery, marketing, and completing all projects on time and within budget.
Additional Areas of Expertise
Custom Home builder, remodeling, Restoration, & Specialty Contractor
ICF certified Installer with ongoing certification at advanced levels
Certified in various aspects of Green Building, green building products, and building principles & techniques
Master Masonry Certified Contractor with advanced certifications in Stone, Brick and CMU
Advanced Master Certified EIFS and Stucco Contractor
EIFS/Stucco certified Systems Installer for various EIFS manufacturers
Concrete Contractor with Master Certifications in Decorative & Architectural Overlays
Master Certifications in Vertical Stone Masonry Artistry
Certified Contractor in various Waterproof Coatings
Insurance damage repair/restoration and mitigation services
Accomplishments
1988 Founded American Restoration, Ltd. as a residential/commercial construction company specializing in
Masonry, Concrete, and EIFS/Stucco exteriors.
Expanded company into Residential Custom Home Building, new construction & Remodeling.
Expanded Company into ICF building systems for residential, low-rise commercial construction.
Expanded Company into custom ICF pools and Safe Rooms
Worked on various award winning projects in residential, commercial, as well as historical work
Worked on award winning ICF projects in Iowa, California, and Illinois
Expanded Company into Insurance damage & mitigation Work.
Expanded Company into Decorative Concrete overlay systems for interior and exterior
Expanded Company into Stone Artistry and Vertical Stone Wall application/carving systems
Expanded Company into Concrete Countertops, Outdoor Kitchens, and Waterscapes
EDUCATION
Graduate of Winona State University Cum Laude
Attended John Marshall Law School
References will be provided upon request.
JOSEPH SERDAR
1700 Lightsey Road
Saint Augustine, Florida 32084
*********.***@*****.***
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & ACCOMPLISHMENT
-Master Certified Contractor in Masonry including brick block and stone.
-ICF Certifications in Integra Spec and other ICF Systems.
-ACI Master Certified Contractor in Concrete
-Master Certified Contractor in Repairing Concrete
-Master Certified Contractor in Decorative Concrete
-Master Certified Contractor in Advanced Techniques of Decorative Concrete
-Concrete Counter-top Institute GFRC Certified Concrete Counter-top Contractor
Master Certified Contractor in Advanced Concrete Counter-top Fabrication
Master Certified Contractor in Vertical Walls, Fireplaces, Water Features
Master Certified Contractor in Advanced Vertical Walls, Fireplaces, Water
Features
-Master Certified Contractor in Vertical Concrete Stamping & Carving
-Master Certified Contractor in Advanced Vertical Concrete Stamping & Carving
-Moisture Free Warranty Certified EIFS/Stucco Repair Contractor
-Southwest Technical College-Certified Masonry Contractor
-AWCI Mechanic Certified Contractor
-Dryvit Master Certified Installation Contractor for all Exterior Cladding Systems
-Dryvit Master Certified Contractor for Ultra-Tex Decorative Concrete Systems
-Elite Crete Systems Certified Architectural Decorative Concrete Overlay Systems
-Increte Certified Installation Contractor of Decorative Concrete Systems
-Ensurco Duradek Certified Applicator
-Seamco Laboratories, Inc. Certified Installation Contractor Flo–Crete Surfaces
-A.L.L. Certified in Word software
-A.L.L. Certified in Intermediate Word Software
-Additional 30 Certificates of Achievement for a variety of specialties
PERSONAL HIGHLIGHTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
-Master Certified Scuba Diver, Dive Master, & Underwater Photographer.
-Former College & Professional Football Player-Linebacker
-World Class Powerlifter
-Coached various athletes & lifters in Power Lifting
-Coached Junior Spartan Football
-Coached Junior Spartan Boys Baseball
-Coached Girls Softball
-Contributed time & effort for Various Charitable Organizations over the years
-Member of the Church on the Rock St. Augustine Fl.
References will be provided upon request
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