EFRAIN GREGORY GRANDA COTTRELL
***** ******* ***** **., *******, FL 32828
Phone: 407-***-****; Mobile: 407-***-****
*************@*****.***
Construction Superintendent
Construction professional with extensive and diverse experience in commercial and residential, building
renovations, warehouse/light industrial facilities, educational facilities, site development and infrastructure.
A problem solver with superior analytical and communication skills, strong work ethic and the ability to
interface with others at all levels.
Knowledge and Skills
Construction team supervision. Safety compliance with OSHA regulations.
On-site inspections and evaluation. Structural and architectural plan review
Subcontractor supervision Quality inspection
Approval of Subcontractor payments. Site logistics and inventory.
Cost estimate and bid proposal. Supervision of mixing / pouring of concrete
Change orders and contract negotiations. Scheduling and CPM.
Experience
2014
Building Maintenance and safety, Walmart Orlando
Responsibilities:
Ensure a safe environment by maintaining Company’s standards. Monitor areas for signs of potential security
risk. Operate manual, power and hydraulic equipment. Visually verify different types of chemicals are
appropriately used in the facility. Material Safety Data Sheets handling.
2013
Building Maintenance and warranty, Sutherlin Nissan Orlando
Responsibilities:
Temporarily hired to follow through with punch lists and complete project closeout activities.
Plan and coordinate with subcontractors when repairs needed according with safety regulations and
manufacturer’s specifications.
Monitor any malfunction in HVAC, electrical, mechanical repairs needed.
Install additional appliances requested from building occupants.
Overnight repairs on floors.
Assistant Superintendent, CHOATE Construction, Sutherlin Nissan Dealership
Responsibilities:
Direct day-to-day on-site supervision of field labor force including subcontractors and other construction
related personnel.
Ensured compliance with OSHA safety regulations. Safety meetings with subcontractors.
Assisted providing technical assistance with interpretation of drawings, recommendation of construction
methods and equipment, etc. as required
Worked closely with inspectors to avoid project delays and ensure compliance with regulations
Supervision and coordination of Subcontractor operations to ensure compliance with approved contract
Daily photos and daily reports.
Site Assistant, JEL Site Development, 7090 Astro Drive, Orlando, FL
Assist with level, grading, lull, lift for retail center earthwork in East Orlando
2011-2012
Technical Manager, LANDEV LLC, Guayaquil, Ecuador
Manglero Plaza Residential Project: Nine condominiums and Two tower buildings
Responsibilities:
Follow up with permit procedure with the environmental agency in order to obtain construction permit.
Supervise initial site development with earth movement including earthwork volume calculations.
Represent the Company at the meetings with architects, plumbing, electrical engineers, and structural
engineers to coordinate development, review of specifications and assist with planning process
Review project estimates and ensure that these are accurate and according to plans.
Review subcontractor’s estimates in order to choose best offers and contracts.
Budget review and invoice approval of ongoing earthwork.
2008-2011
Inspector for Sports Facilities, Ministry for Sports Facilities, Quito, Ecuador
Responsibilities:
Monitor project schedule to achieve quality, budget and safety.
Perform quality control oversight.
Attend all required on-site visits with contractors and officials.
Review construction problems and changes.
Contractor’s payment approval.
Change orders review and approval.
Final inspection of projects. Elaborate final reports and approvals for acceptance of completed projects
2008-2009
Private Contractor for CEDEGE (Committee for Studies for the Development of the Guayas River Area)
Coordinate sub-contractors performance.
Oversee plans and blueprints to ensure specifications are met.
Perform budget and complete report of the project.
Maintain working relationships with public officers.
Hogar de Cristo Housing Project, Guayaquil
In charge of housing units for low income families.
2004-2008
Private Consultant for the Municipality of Guayaquil, Ecuador for Roadway Projects
Coordinate sub-contractors performance.
Oversee plans and blueprints to ensure specifications are met.
Perform budget and complete report of the project.
Maintain working relationships with public officers.
Manage and direct more than 30 construction workers.
Oversee blueprints to ensure specifications and designs are met.
Prepare construction materials inventory.
Optimize efficient purchase and use of construction materials.
Construction scheduling (Critical Path Method)
Education
Catholic University, Guayaquil, Ecuador
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a major in Building Construction
Certification
OSHA 30 Construction
Languages
Fluent in: English, Spanish and basic German