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Customer Service Construction

Location:
Moncks Corner, SC
Posted:
September 29, 2014

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Resume:

ROBERT S. CUMBEE

**** **** ***** ****

Moncks Corner, South Carolina 29461

C: 843-***-****

Aug 20, 2014

Dear Human Resources Director:

I am applying for the advertised position of (Maintenance Manager). The

enclosed resume will provide you with details regarding my background,

education, experience, technical/administrative skills and leadership abilities.

You will note that I have extensive and successful experience in business and

construction management operations, contract administration,

inspection/appraisal services and customer relations. In addition, I hold (7)

licenses including General Contractor, Master Plumber & Gas, Residential

Home Builder, Building/Codes Inspector and Appraiser. My expertise covers

all facets in the construction industry encompassing project design and

contracting, inspection, job/labor cost estimating, materials purchasing and

expediting, on-site project management (scheduling production, directing and

coordinating multiple renovation and new addition construction projects and

trades personnel).

I am accustomed to team environments where organizational/communication

skills, initiative, sound judgment, productivity and dependability are

paramount, and efficiently managing multiple tasks is the norm. I believe that

a highly motivated, focused, conscientious and results-driven individual

with my credentials, professionalism, enthusiasm and commitment to safety

and quality workmanship will make me an ideal candidate for this position.

At your convenience, I would welcome the opportunity for an interview to

discuss the challenging responsibilities, goals and objectives of this position,

and how my experience and abilities will contribute to fulfilling them.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from

you.

Respectfully,

Robert S. Cumbee

ROBERT S. CUMBEE

1237 Hard Pinch Road

Moncks Corner, South Carolina 29461

H: 843-***-**** / C: 843-***-****

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Professional: Licensed: State of South Carolina General Contractor # G105468

Licensed: State of South Carolina Master Plumber & Gas # M104303

Licensed: State of South Carolina Residential Home Builder # 014107

Licensed: State of South Carolina Building Inspector # 000352…Codes Inspector # 058726

Licensed: State of South Carolina Appraiser # 000452…Hazardous Materials Contractor # 9587

Certified: EEOC and OSHA Standards and Regulations.

Profile: Twenty years of cumulative and progressive experience in business and construction management

operations, contract administration, inspection and appraisal services…Goal and profit-oriented.

Expertise in project contracting, design and coordination; formulating all job take-off cost estimates;

contract interpretation, bid preparation and negotiations, including change orders; obtaining permits;

materials purchasing and expediting; on-site project management; and preparation of status reports.

Proficient in interpreting blueprints, field/building layouts, engineering drawings and specifications;

quality control; OSHA laws/regulations, International Building Codes and fire code compliance.

Competent in scheduling, directing and coordinating multifarious construction disciplines to achieve

desired results in ensuring adherence to safety, project construction completion schedules/budgets.

Knowledgeable: MS Windows 98, Word, Excel and HomeTec (construction bidding software ).

Established organizational, administrative, communication, technical, leadership, time management,

plumbing, carpentry, interpersonal and customer service/relations skills…Motivated team player.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

1985 - Present Owner / Licensed & Bonded General Contractor

Hard Pinch Construction Company, Moncks Corner, South Carolina

Cost estimate labor, renovation and remodeling/repair construction projects, including project design

and inspection; submit bid proposals; negotiate and secure construction contracts for all phases of

public agency housing, federal, state, city and local government projects, retirement communities,

schools, fire house substations, detention centers, residential homes, etc.

Accountable for business development/sales; ensuring compliance adherence to all construction/fire

codes and safety measures; negotiation of change orders; ensuring optimum customer service and

satisfaction; completing construction projects on time and within budget; and operations P&L.

Hire, schedule, supervise, coordinate, motivate and evaluate job performance activities of three field

superintendents, up to nine project foremen, 30-40 craftsmen and 12 trades subcontractors, including

electricians, sheet rock installers, painters and general carpenters.

Schedule, direct and coordinate multiple construction addition and renovation projects, to include:

currently completing a $950,000 addition to Buist Academy for Charleston County School District.

Completed on time and within budget: $1.6 million renovation Enston homes (historical retirement

community) for City of Charleston Housing Authority; $1.3 million Crossroads Juvenile detention

center, $260,000 restoration of Banskie Museum for the City of Aiken; and numerous commercial and

residential construction projects.

Obtain site permits; prepare daily status reports; professionally interact and resolve problem issues

with architects, civil engineers, government/state and local officials and inspectors.

Oversee and coordinate billing, purchasing materials, inventory control, accounts receivable/payable,

payroll/tax preparations, general ledgers, financial statements and collection of delinquent accounts.

1989 - Present Owner / Licensed Building Inspector / Appraiser

Palmetto Inspection & Appraisal Services, Moncks Corner, South Carolina

Provide complete inspection and appraisal consulting services to HUD/FHA, local housing agencies,

insurance companies, owners and managers of residential properties and commercial buildings.

Conduct pre-closing exterior/interior structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical home/building

inspections, including damages due to storms, fires, vandalism, mold, radon/lead paint testing, etc.

Prepare complete summary reports, including photos and cost estimates for any repairs needed.

Manage billing, accounts receivable/payable and collection of past due accounts.

ROBERT S. CUMBEE

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Continued…

1986 - Present Contracting Officer Specialist / Contract Administrator (Part-time)

Department of Defense, 437th Contracting Squadron, Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina

Contracted designated liaison between the Department of Defense and civil construction contractors

and subcontractor in the Charleston Tricounty.

Responsible for presenting, collecting and coordinating construction contract bids on various up-

coming projects, as deemed necessary by the Department of Defense.

Refer construction bids and make recommendations to the Military Contracting Officer In-charge.

Administer construction projects for contract compliance to OSHA standards/International Building

Codes, and ensure adherence to project schedule completions and budgetary constraints.

1981 - 1985 Building / Grounds Maintenance Technician: South Carolina Wildlife Department, Bonneau, SC

Education / Training: Associate of Engineering: (Civil Engineering) Trident Technical College

Certificates: Drafting, Blueprinting and Construction Management -

Trident Technical College, North Charleston, South Carolina

Diploma: Berkeley High School, Moncks Corner, South Carolina - 1981

Affiliations / Activities: Member: League of General Contractors

: Member: Advisory Board - Berkeley County School District

Volunteer Coach: Little League Team Sports - Town of Moncks Corner

State Chairman USA Wrestling

Senior Pastor: Moncks Corner Assembly of God

P.S: As a part of my contracting career, I was under contract with the D.O.D

from 1990-2004 as an on site Occupational Safety Inspector, insuring compliance

with government standards in the work place.



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