Project Manager Quality Control

Scott Kralick

Construction Project Manager

PROFILE

Result-oriented, hands-on construction and development professional with over 30 years of experience in all facets of the industry. Verifiable record for the successful completion of projects through coordinating employees, trades, developing partnerships, and building positive rapport with architects, engineers, general contractors, local officials, vendors, and clients while managing costs. Versed in design, sales, contract negotiating, project estimating, budgeting, impending design problems, document preparation, building codes and regulations, material purchasing, site management and safety management.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Team Building and Leadership

Construction Planning and Scheduling

Critical Path Management

Estimating and Job Costing

Budget Analysis

Design

Permitting and Building

Quality Control Management

Safety and Compliance Management

Organization and Time Management

Vender and Material Management

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Operations Manager

Gordon Eadie, PA June 2021 – May 2024

Spearheaded project designs focusing on hardscaping and lighting

Established effective communication channels with designers

Implemented stringent quality control measures

Enhanced team skills through targeted development programs and clinics

Cut project cost by optimizing resource allocation and vendor negotiation

Cultivated a supportive environment boosting team morale and productivity

Conducted in-depth analysis to identify and mitigate project risk effectively

Fostered a culture of continuous improvement enhancing team adaptability

Monitored compliance with local codes and industry standards

Project Manager/Business Development Manager

GoreCon Inc., PA September 2017 – June 2021

Established strong client relations through effective communication

Successfully managed designs, sales, estimating and bidding project task

Implemented innovative strategies to project analysis

Conducted detailed scheduling and document analysis

Managed compliance ensuring all projects adhered to building codes and safety regulations

Enhanced team performance by fostering a collaborative work environment

Project Manager/Business Development Manager

Denison Landscaping Inc., MD April 2017 – August 2017

Manage materials, equipment, and labor cost effectively

Implemented and enforced company policies, procedures, and project safety regulations.

Conducted client meetings, accessed needs assess and provided cost-effective solutions

Oversaw project timelines from inception to completion

Analyzed project requirements to develop cost effective solutions aligned with client needs

Maintained meticulous oversight of project budgets and schedules to prevent overruns

Enhanced client satisfaction by tailoring projects to specific needs

Ensure compliance with industry standards mitigating risk effectively

Career note sabbatical for family reasons May 2014 - April 2017

Regional Manager

Land-Tech Enterprises Inc., Warrington, PA Sept. 2013 - May 2014

Spearheaded branch management across Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, and Southern New Jersey

Supervised diverse teams ensuring optimal performance

Implemented innovative design strategies

Boosted sales through effective communication and scheduling

Maintained project quality through rigorous control measures

Drove regional growth by managing multi sites operations, enhancing team performance and streamlining schedules

Ensured excellence in construction installs through meticulous quality oversight and effective scheduling

Owner/Operator

Turning Leaf Inc., Horsham, PA March 1999 - July 2013

Founded and grew company into a multi-million-dollar business with annual sales of $9 million. Responsibilities included sales, design, estimating, budgeting (company and projects), analysis of projects, preparation of documents, bidding, scheduling, quality control, project development, building code compliance and safety. Supervised up to 120 employees and subcontractors.

Project Management

100% project completion on time while meeting strict timelines and budgets.

Submitted well over two hundred bids/designs annually.

Managed materials, equipment, and labor cost by negotiating and establishing valuable vender contracts and controlling employee expenses.

Hired, scheduled, and supervised subcontractors and employees.

Developed and enforced company policies, procedures, and project safety regulations.

Client and Vendor Relations

Increased sales every year achieving over $9 million a year through educating clients on value added projects which increased property values and provided quality customer service.

Scheduled client meetings, conducted needs assessments, explained design concerns and cost options, and estimated projects from start to finish.

Negotiated cost estimates and maintained daily contacts with clients at various job site locations.

Negotiated material pricing with vendors and coordinated delivery schedules.

Staff Development

Developed strong employee and sub-contractor productivity with the ability to identify, isolate, and eliminate project issues.

Mentored through expertise in the construction industry - became main source of information for staff, vendors, and other industry owners through daily contact in a quick, professional, and considerate manner.

Allowed employees to provide input into the work process, including scheduling responsibilities, completing projects, and using experience to complete tasks.

Maintained a low employee turnover by gaining trust and respect from the employees through demonstrating an optimistic attitude, resolving problems immediately, and establishing open communication.

Established a solid, positive, and productive environment by understanding the role and needs of the team members.

KEY PROJECTS AND SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Urban Outfitters Corporate Campus, Navy Yard, Philadelphia, PA

Parade of Homes GOLD Landscape Traditions of America 2008

Parade of Homes GOLD Landscape K, Hovnanian Homes 2008

Parade of Homes GOLD Landscape K. Hovnanian Homes 2007

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Completed OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety and Health September 30, 2020

B.S. in Landscape Contracting, Penn State University. 1993

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