Thomas C. Burke
Salisbury Mills NY 12577
845-***-**** Cell
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position within a company where my experience and acquired
skills will have valuable application and provide opportunities for
advancement based on contributions to the organization.
PROFILE
MOTIVATED AND VERSATILE INDIVIDUAL WITH THE ABILITY TO COORDINATE AND
COMPLETE PROJECTS AND WORK EFFECTIVELY AS AN INTEGAL PART OF A TEAM
EFFORT, EXCELLENT COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS WITH A PROVEN ABILITY TO
INTERACT WITH INDIVIDUALS AT ALL LEVELS. EXELLENT CLIENT/CUSTOMER
RAPPORT. A STRONG DESIRE TO LEARN AND GROW WITHIN AN ORGANIZTION WHILE
POSITIVELY IMPACTING PERFORMANCE AND PROFITABILITY. EXPERIENCED IN THE
USE OF WORD, EXCEL, POWER POINT AND XACTIMATE 27.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION; Middletown, NY
2011-2013
Mitigation Director
Created in house mitigation department from scratch. Purchased all
necessary equipment and trained teams. Execute insurance company assigned
losses to meet all requirements.
. Sketch specifications and layout in Xactimate for Insurance claims
. Coordinate subcontractors and field crew
. Implement safety and environmental policies
. Maintain & approve crews payroll
. Effectively communicate with subcontractors and insurance adjusters
BLUE WATER RESTORATION; Jarvisburg, NC
2006-2011
Project Manager
Responsible for all emergency service, reconstruction projects for a
certified general contracting firm.
. Client and insurance adjuster relations
. Documentation, scope of work detail & Xactimate reports
. Industry networking
. Safety coordinator
. Employee & sub-contractor coordinator
. General contracting bids
. IICRC Certified
SHORELINE BUILDERS, INC; Kitty Hawk, NC
2004-2006
Project Manager
Managed the building process of 10-12 large custom homes per year from
project birth to completion.
Responsibilities included:
. Drawing changes, Engineering details & Site plans
. Architectural review Boards & Health and building permits
. Primary client liaison.
. Bid collection, prepared & submitted requests for materials
. Coordinated and supervised all sub-contractors, reviewed and verified
subcontractor invoices
. Insured compliance to keep projects on time without delays
. Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss work progress for quality
control
. Managed all construction activities onsite as well as punch list
execution
COCA-COLA ENTERPRISE; Elizabeth City, NC
1989 - 2003
Cold Drink District Manager
1999 - 2003
Supervised and directed several departments in reaching their goals in
sales volume, gross profit, trade execution,
Operational expenses, budget compliance, route planning, and building
customer rapport.
. Business Development
. Marketing
. Full service vending (over 700 accounts).
. Wholesale
. Internal controls
. Soda fountain sales and installation.
. Employee development and training.
Forecasting/Strategic Planning - Analyzed and monitored financial
information of sales and promotional programs to forecast potential product
growth and profitability. Made necessary adjustments to project budgets.
Coordinated and administered each channel of the department's 180-day
business plan through set strategies and tactics.
Market Intelligence - Analyzed and defined demographics in a 10 county
region for division product growth.
Internal Controls/Logistics - Managed and controlled division set goals for
cash accountability, fill ratio, unserviced outlets, stops/cases per hour,
and targeted audits. Coached team and adjusted route plans to meet division
goal.
Team Development/Leadership - Provided direction and leadership to Cold
Drink team. Facilitated a 13-module "Connecting with Customers" program.
Trained and mentored team members through career development and fostered
involvement in professional community organizations.
Customer Relations - Developed and presented Power Point presentations for
large and small venues. Monitored and followed up all customer inquiries
daily.
Business Development Sales Rep
1996 - 1998
. Responsible for volume and gross profit growth in both new and
existing on-premise accounts.
. Created and executed a comprehensive annual business plan designed to
deliver division objectives.
Account Manager
1992 -
1995
. Managed sales and distribution of beverages in both Cold and Home
Market accounts from Corolla to Manteo.
. Recruited and trained merchandisers to obtain goals set by division in
set standards and customer service.
Route Driver
1989- 1991
. Delivered and merchandised beverage products on assigned routes.
. Created load sheets for warehouse to minimize returns.
T. BURKE CONSTRUCTION CO.; Washingtonville, NY.
1986 - 1988
Owner / President
Lead a crew of 7 men through the construction of many homes. Scope of work
included but was not limited to:
. Framing/Sheathing
. Roofing
. Concrete Work
Certifications Held
WRT-Water Damage Rest. Tech
ASD-Applied Structural Drying
MRT-Mold Remediation Tech
Journeyman Water Restorer
Mater Fire and Smoke Restorer
Journeyman Textile Cleaner
Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning Tech
Fire & Smoke, Odor, Carpet Clean Tech
Commercial Drying Specialist
Carpet Repair Tech, OSHA & Xactimate
Other Accomplishments
Dale Carnegie - Leadership Training for Managers
Dimensions of Professional Selling
Management Inclusion Training
Connecting with Customers
Effective Meeting Skills & Time Management