JOHN C. EELLS
541-***-**** -- Cellular
*****.**@*****.*** -- email address
Quality Control Manager
Heavy Highway Construction
Construction Materials Supplier
Dear Sir/Ms:
I would like to explore the possibility of working with a reputable and established construction company or
material supplier in the capacity of Quality Control Manager, Site Manager or Quarry Manager.
Please find the attached resume outlining a brief overview of my experience, work history, abilities and
education.
I would request and invite the opportunity to meet with the necessary team members to discuss how my
background qualifications may be of benefit to your organization.
Please note that the enclosed resume is a brief summation overview. Much greater detail may be provided
upon request or discussed in person.
I look forward to the possibility of discussing possibilities with you in greater detail.
I can be reached through the contact options provided herein.
Respectfully,
John C. Eells
John C. Eells
Encl: Resume
John C. Eells
Resume
Married / 2 children
Non Smoker / Non Drinker
OBJECTIVE
To secure a long term management position. Given the opportunity, I am confident that my skills, education
and abilities would lend favor to the successful leadership of any department.
SKILLS OVERVIEW
Highly experienced manager in all facets of Transportation and Construction Management with primary
emphasis on business management operations, civil construction programs/management, taking very hands
on approach to all facets of business operations. Extensive background experience in the oversight of
assigned business unit development and functional oversight. Sharp dedicated management technique, used to
ensure all milestones are met, operations and cost controlling is completed under budget, in an efficient,
timely, safe and accurate manner per the given ordinances, directives and set policies. Specialized in all
facets of managing construction and materials business operations. Excelling as a front line representative,
possessing outstanding communication skills both written, and verbal.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
General Manager 2012 - 2014
Volwood Farms / VF Red Angus
Job description: Directly responsible for the oversight of Volwood Farms 1,400 acre farming
operation and VF Red Angus 600 head cattle operation. Duties include but are not limited to functional and
operational developmental growth of the Ranch business unit. Directly responsible for all personnel
oversight, budgetary logistics, profit and loss ledger management, and all facets related to business unit duties
most typically related to the title of General Manager.
1997 – 2012
Quality Control Manager
JC Compton Contractor / Oregon Mainline Paving
Job description: Directly responsible for the management of Divisional construction quality control
groups throughout Pacific Northwest. Primary oversight of all personnel, equipment and contributing assets
related to construction quality control operations. Specializing in ODOT and local agency Heavy Highway
Construction, to include excavation, grading, concrete, paving operations. Yearly construction revenue
averages 75 million dollars. Supervising an average work force of 7 multi-disciplinary team members.
Additional duties include State Steering Committee member, operational and functional logistics oversight,
capital expenditure forecasting/budgetary control, scheduling, staffing, and all pertinent facets of assigned
cooperate operations management.
1994 – 1997
Quality Control Manager
Central Oregon Materials/Plants
R. L. Coats Construction Co.
Deschutes Ready Mix
Job description: Manager for all facets of the Central Oregon Materials Quality Control operations.
Primary duties in keeping with industry standards as Operations Manager. Duties include materials and
plants QC management for commercial operations. Primary venue of construction and materials supply being
heavy agency highway and private paving, grading, excavation, underground and utilities. Responsible for
procurement, logistics, and quality control. Directly responsible in ensuring yearly divisional budgets and
forecasts are established and achieved. Directly responsible for establishing yearly and project specific
schedules, milestones, budgets, personnel, and equipment requirements and implementation programs.
Senior Quality Control Technician 1990 – 1994
Century West Engineering
Job description: Quality Control Technician for geotechnical construction engineering firm.
Certified in all Oregon Department of Transportation QC certification programs. Duties include but not
limited to statewide materials testing management on Federal, State, County and City construction projects.
1986 – 1990
Leading Petty Officer (E5)
United States Navy
Job description: Division Leading Petty Officer. Quality Assurance Department representative,
responsible for maintenance of the 12 F/A-18 aircraft. Receiving an Honorable Discharge with decorations.
EDUCATION
- Graduated Crook County High School 1986
- Numerous ODOT, ACI, ICBO classes and certifications
- Continuing education at Liberty University pursuing BS in Business
REFERENCES
Provided upon request.