JABEZ A. ARHIN

COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY ADJUSTER/PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Resourceful, highly motivated and detailed oriented professional with a strong work ethic, excellent customer service and broad knowledge base with the goal of leveraging my experience in investigations, dispute resolution, settling claims, complex analysis, negotiations, adherence to regulatory guidelines and payment processing to work as a property claims adjuster. Strong background in construction management focused on assessing business priorities as well as opportunities to develop and collaborate on business requirements successfully with architects, owners, and construction staff to complete multi-million-dollar projects.

• Continuous Improvement • Project Scheduling • Relationship Management

• Hazardous Risk Assessments

• Construction Estimation

• Effective communication

• Construction Safety

• Construction Design

• Strategy Alignment

• Problem Analysis/Resolution

• Subcontractor Management

• HUD Regulatory Compliance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Independent Insurance Adjuster July 2023 - Present Completed all lines adjuster training course using Xactimate and 4clicks estimates software.

• Conduct thorough research of assigned claims.

• Communicate with homeowner to establish a business relationship and obtain a general pre-assessment on the extent of damage.

• Independent on-site inspection of the property damage to obtain information needed to provide professional estimate of damage.

• Prepare scope of work using Xactimate software or 4clicks

• Ensure timely payment processing in accordance with benefit limits. City of Austin, Austin, TX November 2017-Present INSPECTOR B—HOUSING AND PLANNING (JULY 2018-PRESENT) Spearhead strategy and execution of construction implementation which involves the ongoing investigation and inspection of environment, property, and infrastructure. Ensure compliance with code, zoning, and federal funding regulations while determining scope of work, reviews, design, and drawing floor plans and blueprints. Performs hazardous material risk assessments and remediations, conducting engineering analysis, calculates costs estimates for construction renovation and remediation projects and processing payments for contractors/projects. Resolve concerns between contractors and clients without causing frequent and severe disruptions. Ensure change impacts are timely, understood, and addressed effectively. Plan, develop, maintain, and improve City of Austin design and construction standards. Relationship development with key stakeholders, such as contractors, project managers, engineers, homeowners and partners outside of the immediate construction readiness group and work with other functional areas to ensure projects are on track and on budget. Emphasis on tools and files being maintained to HUD standards and draw payments are reviewed and approved accurately.

• Project Management: Liaison between stakeholders and senior staff, participating in construction process development sessions, review requirements, specifications, and act as designated Point of Contact for any concerns that arise. Maintain project documentation for inspections, final close out activities, audit review, communication plans, operational risk assessments, and plan meetings as required. Participate in construction process management group efforts to collect and analyze data and root cause analysis to recommend construction enhancements.

• Cost Control: Develop and oversee execution of ongoing construction changes to reduce the losses to the city. Handle cost of materials estimations, report and document tracking, on site project visits, and invoice & agreement verification. INSPECTOR C—PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT (NOVEMBER 2017-JUNE 2018) Conducted multiple types of inspections related to wastewater lines, such as coordination of City of Austin waterway construction projects, new contracts related to storm drains, codes specifications, health and safety, and environmental regulations to ensure contractors conform to all work specifications. Served as liaison between contractors and stakeholders by helping with resolving requests and providing resolutions to concerns. Advised code inspectors through all phases of case management and field inspection. Complied with all applicable security and safety rules, regulations, and standards pertaining to vehicles and personal safety. Performed research to inquiries regarding registered complaints and discrepancies to ensure information was correct and determine if remediation was required. Completed daily logs to provide reporting status updates and presented weekly to Senior Management.

Phone: 512-***-****

Email:ad0ks5@r.postjobfree.com

Austin, TX

Jabez A. Arhin • Phone: 512-***-**** •Email: ad0ks5@r.postjobfree.com • Austin, TX

• Process Improvement: Consensus builder, participating in diverse, high performance development teams in achieving project objectives while ensuring code standards were adequately met. Also collaborated with senior level management and the surrounding community to gather and translate requirements and specifications to enhance the wastewater program.

• Leadership: Assisted civil engineers, at time becoming primary point of contact in their absence, on several key government projects involving roadway designs and improvements, solutions for waterway placement, and replacement of deteriorating bridges.

ACKA Consult, Ghana, Africa February 2011-November 2015 CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR & OPERATION MANAGER

Knowledgeable in relation to construction operations, project management, team leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Maximized resources to meet challenging demands. Well versed in all phases of projects from planning to completion. Skilled at managing diverse teams, coordinating subcontractors, and overseeing quality of work. Examined and inspected work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and ensure specifications were to standard. Hired and supervised subcontractors as needed, scheduled inspections, worked effectively within strict budgets, and increased efficiency and productivity. Performed job site inspection to provide direction for all general contractor personnel. Studied blueprints and data to plan and approve construction of projects. Planned, organized, and directed activities pertaining to construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.

• Leadership: Coordinated schedules of day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs. Implemented on site safety protocols and procedures and properly trained all team members on prevention measures to reduce injuries. Spearhead full cycle construction processes including quality assurance, drawing creation & engineering designs, scope submissions, change requests and orders, architect instructions, securing permits, and satisfy vendor payments. Organize site meeting visits to review available material resources, project progress, compliance & safety, and ensured projects were completed on time and within budget.

ILDC, Ghana, Africa January 2010-February 2011

SERVICES ENGINEER

On site inspections of water, sewage and fire system installations, construction of Biogas Plant, and road construction works from the sub-base, base, and finished road levels in accordance with regulations. Blue Rose Limited, Ghana, Africa July 2008-January 2010 SUBCONTRACTOR

Inspected the entire building turnover process, while enhancing communication between all construction management. Conducted weekly production and operation contractor meetings which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, CONSTRUCTION

TECHNOLOGY

KAAF University, Ghana, Africa

2013

CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION: TECHNICAL

EDUCATION

University College of Education,

Ghana, Africa

2005

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN

BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

Cape Coast Polytechnic, Ghana,

Africa

2001

• OSHA 30

• Lead Inspection

• Adjuster license 3041583

• Cyber Security

• Basic Concrete Inspection

• Basic Soil Inspection

• Water Shutouts

• Asbestos

Education

Continuing Education

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