KENNETH K. WONG
San Antonio, TX 78249
“ ***********@*****.***”; Cell: 210-***-****
Professional Profile
Well organized professional with over 25 years of hands-on extensive management and administrative experiences in the Construction
Management industry. Highly skilled in all phases of construction processes. I practice in “leading the Team and the projects” rather
than “managing the Team and the projects”, which resulting in timely completion Projects and/or higher productivities.
BACKGROUND SUMMERY
Licensed Contractor of AZ, CA & HI Certified “QC” by US Army Corp AIA Contract
Managing Multi-Projects Concurrently Self-Starter/Quick Learner Strategic Resources Planning
Experience Negotiator Estimating/Budget Analysis Enforce Safety Programs
Ensure Accountability Knowledge of Construction & Business Laws
Experience of working in fast paced environments Hardworking, Dependable, & Assure Accountability
Effective Communicating & Excellent Organizational Skills Prepare Contracts with Clients & Subcontractors
Experience in Scheduling & Coordination with Subcontractors
Develop & Maintain Relationship with Clients, Vendors, & Subcontractors
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Operations and Administrative Management
• Building of custom homes and commercial buildings ranging from 3,600 to over 45,000 Square Footage;
• Supervised completion of a 861 Cubic Yards fish hatchery foundation slab (with formed in drainage channels) within a 12 hour
pour;
• Managed and converted a masonry company to profitability from operating losses after first year of as the VP of Operation;
• Supervised an Emergency repair of the 4/2007 Waimea Bay rockslide. The repair involved stabilizing rockslide areas by
dynamiting loose boulders, removal of 600 tons of rock debris and replacement of 15-feet sections of Rock Fall Barrier
Restraining Fence. The repair was completed ahead of schedule while the actual cost and expenditure was achieved below
Original Budget;
• Supervised a $10 Million enclosed concrete reservoir including all inlet and outlet infrastructures, also recovered $300,000.00
by creative material purchasing of sister project;
• Awarded bid and initiated construction valued at $64.5 Million, 2.5 miles section of a six lane highway with all infrastructures.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2008-Present The Home Depot - Key Carrier - MOD (Manager on Duty)/ Freight Dept. Supervisor
• Ensure maximum profitability through collaboration with the store management team, and adhering to the Rules & Regulations
of all operational procedures to strive excellent customer service at all time;
• Maintain vigilance on safety procedures, loss prevention and supervising store operational procedures during store business
hours as a MOD;
• Hands-on leading the Freight Team in daily replenishment of merchandise and assist in merchandising of new and promotional
products through the partnering of vendors and other managers;
• Provide training, coaching and recognition of Freight Team members to ensure cohesive teamwork in achieving the maximum
performance;
• Educate customers in product knowledge, assisting them to make the suitable selection of their personal needs.
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2006-2008 Goodfellow Bros., I nc. - Project Engineer/Manager
Ha’aheo Builders, Inc. - Contractor/ Project Manager/ Superintendent
• Provided estimation of project cost analysis and profitability through compiling projects material and labor take-offs;
• Performed and supervised all phases of administrative functions (process RFI, produce BMP, filing permits, post bonds, locate
specific materials, negotiate/issue purchase agreements and subcontracts, and conduct inspections and meetings);
• Updated and incorporated various product and specification changes by the owner, or architect, and/or builders through issuance
of Change Orders;
• Promote OSHA safety standard and training. Provided direct field supervision to assure smooth and profitable field
productions;
• Finalized close-out procedures, ensured prompt and full payment for completed contracts.
2003-2006 Tokunaga Masonry, Inc. - Vice President/ Project Manager/ Superintendent
• Performed and supervised all administrative related functions (estimation and analyze of projects cost, formulated the optimum
plan of execution of all projects to ensure maximum profitability);
• Provided direct field supervision and support;
• Negotiate with the customers, subcontractors and conducted inspections and meetings;
• Formulated and administrated safety programs;
• Ensured the meeting of production deadlines and profit margin. Assisted all close-out procedures and filed all payment
requests.
1999-2003 Ha’aheo Builders, Inc. - Serenity Window & Door, - Contractor/ Project Manager
Pacific States Window & Door - Sienna Custom Window & Door/ Project Manager
• Provided design, technical, and budgetary recommendations; drafted and issued Contracts for custom carpentry projects, custom
window, and door packages to owners, builders and architects;
• Updated and incorporated various product and specification changes from owners, or architects and/or builders, through
issuance of change orders. Ensured meeting of production deadline, deliveries and profit margin.
1989-1999 Double K. Construction Co., Ltd, - Contractor/ Project Manager
1987-1989 Ioli Construction Co., - Project Manager/ Superintendent/ Administrator for Custom homes
• Provided project proposals, material take-offs and job cost analysis;
• Directed field supervision and hands-on completion of all phases of constructions (foundation layout, preparation, masonry
and concrete work, framing of wood and metal structures, roofing, drywall, and finish carpentry);
• Performed all administrative functions. Supervised subcontractors, employees and provided on-site technical and structural
guidance;
• Inspected, provided damaged estimates of Hurricane Iniki (1992 hurricane that devastated the Island of Kauai/ Hawaii) to
clients and negotiated settlements with insurance companies on behalf of the clients;
• Enforced Building codes and all applicable governmental agencies’ ordinances. Ensured strict quality control through all
phases of construction and maintained profit margin goals and safe working environment.
Community Involvement
• 2010-2013 Board of Director/ President/ Property Manager of Bella Sera HOA
• 2004-2006 Board of Director of Hawaii General Contractors Association
• 1984-1986 Board of Director of Golden State Shar-Pei Club
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