Alexander Stephens
Senior Superintendent N.E
Profile
As a Senior Superintendent N.E with extensive experience overseeing ground-up commercial projects, I effectively manage site work and construction, collaborating with well-known tenants such as Starbucks, Chipotle, and GNC. I optimize travel expenses while ensuring project success across the North East region, from Northern Maine to Southern Connecticut. With a dual role as a Construction Manager and Superintendent, I expedite project completion by eliminating the need for two separate individuals and use my architecture and structural engineering background to streamline the RFI process. My hands-on approach increases productivity, expedites project completion, and ensures a seamless project flow by providing detailed CAD drawings and explanations to each respective party. My expanded skill set, productivity enhancements, and attention to detail contribute to successful project outcomes. My expertise in managing multiple projects with diverse scopes and stakeholders positions me as a valuable asset in a Senior Superintendent N.E role.
Employment History
Senior Suerintendent N.E at ALRIG USA LLC, North Eastern New England
July 2021 — Present
- Manage multiple ground-up commercial projects in the North East
●Oversee site work and building construction, collaborating with tenants
●Coordinate projects for well-known tenants like Starbucks, Chipotle, and GNC
●Responsible for all North East projects, covering from Northern Maine to Southern Connecticut
●Optimize travel expenses while ensuring project successAs a senior superintendent in the North East, I oversee multiple ground-up commercial projects, managing site work and building construction while collaborating with tenants such as Starbucks, Chipotle, and GNC. I am responsible for all projects in the North East, spanning from Northern Maine to Southern Connecticut, and I optimize travel expenses to ensure project success.
Construction Manager by contract at Ducas Construction LLC
- Managing the construction of a highly intricate Recording Studio
●Overseeing the coordination of steel stud structure within an 1800's mill building
●Collaborating with various subcontractors to address unique challenges
●Creating a soundproof environment with detailed finishes to prevent sound transfer
●Overseeing a budget of over 1 million dollars for a 2000 square foot project
Owner/estimator/project manager/carpenter at AJ Stephens & Associates Inc.
A unique approach to working during the Covid 19 Pandemic.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and client communications
●Oversee procurement of materials and equipment
●Coordinate with subcontractors and on-site personnel
●Implement quality control measures and ensure customer satisfaction
●Operate as a small general contractor in Dover, Portsmouth, Barrington, Lee, Exeter, Wells, and Eliot
●Fairly price and complete complex projects in a timely manner
●Adapt contract terms to account for fluctuating material costs
●Provide valuable service and contribute positively to the communityAs the Owner/Estimator/Project Manager/Carpenter at AJ Stephens & Associates Inc., I effectively manage project timelines, budgets, and client communications. I oversee the procurement of materials and equipment, coordinate with subcontractors and on-site personnel, and implement quality control measures to ensure customer satisfaction. Operating as a small general contractor in Dover, Portsmouth, Barrington, Lee, Exeter, Wells, and Eliot, I am dedicated to fairly pricing and completing complex projects in a timely manner. Additionally, I adapt contract terms to account for fluctuating material costs while providing a valuable service and contributing positively to the community.
Owner/ Construction Manager at NH Housewright Consulting
- Oversee construction projects from planning to completion
●Manage project budgets, schedules, and quality control
●Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, and clients
●Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with building codes
●Develop and maintain project documentation and reports
Full time by Contract at TL Services Inc.
June 2019 — January 2020
- Oversaw the first-of-its-kind dual fuel energy system project in Vermont, including on-site project management and coordination of up to 6 Tank Trailers for pressurized liquid natural gas delivery.
●Created a unique "SKID" system at a hilltop site to convert and distribute natural gas to 3 primary boilers, boosting their efficiency and utilizing on-site oil as a backup heating source.
●Managed tanker rotation up to 3 times per week during peak demand months, ensuring continuous fuel supply for the project.
●Collaborated with on-site government employees, local subcontractors, and utilized specialized construction knowledge to achieve substantial completion 7 months ahead of schedule in December 2019, making the system fully operational.
Construction Manager by Contract at A J Stephens Construction/ AJ Stephens & Associates Inc.
November 2005 — July 2019
- Coordinate utility service providers according to project schedules
●Obtain building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies
●Oversee the entire building turnover processI have 15 years of experience in construction management, coordinating utility service providers, obtaining building permits, and overseeing building turnover. Successfully facilitated stronger communication and resolved critical issues through weekly production and operations contractor meetings. Conducted critical pre-installation/construction conferences and offered direction to landscape architects. Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
Site Superintendent/Construction Manager by Contract at The Vertex Companies
January 2019 — June 2019
- Managed a two-hangar project at Pease ANG Base, overseeing construction for the Air Force's new KC46 midair refueling tankers and large airplanes.
●Led "Surety Projects" worth approximately 40 million dollars each, managing the activities of about 40 individuals, aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and various equipment within a large aircraft hangar.
●Handled Hazardous Materials Remediation for asbestos and lead paint, ensuring strict adherence to written submittals, specifications, and US Government contracts.
●Interfaced daily with Senior Project Manager, Vice President of Construction, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Quality Control Managers, and Safety and Health Officers, as well as complying with OSHA and Military Safety requirements and security protocols.
●Utilized Procore and Project Mate for daily project management tasks.
Superintendent by Contract at Sullivan Construction Inc.
May 2018 — January 2019
- Coordinated ground-up construction project for a Veterinary Hospital
●Managed fast-tracked project with $2.5M value and December 2018 delivery
●Handled discovery of 25,000 yards of granite Ledge during site stripping
●Successfully completed project on time with over $100K in extras and minimal punch list
●Delivered project despite 45 days of lost schedule due to ledge discovery
Senior Project Manager at AMS Construction & Development
September 2000 — August 2005
- Supervised a team of 4 Project Managers, 2 Estimators, 1 General Superintendent, and 5 Superintendents, as well as in-house labor and materials runners.
●Implemented systems to enhance process efficiency and reduce project duration.
●Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules.
●Scheduled all contractors and materials deliveries.
●Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction.
●Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings to facilitate communication and resolve critical issues.
●Digitally archived weekly progress and technical "Knowledge Base" photographs of all assigned projects.
●Conducted routine quality audits to ensure work progression per specifications and initiated corrective actions.
●Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning, and closeout.
●Avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with all site inspections in a timely manner.As Senior Project Manager at AMS Construction & Development, I supervised a team of 4 Project Managers, 2 Estimators, 1 General Superintendent, and 5 Superintendents, along with in-house labor and materials runners. I implemented systems to enhance process efficiency and reduce project duration, coordinated utility service providers, and scheduled all contractors and materials deliveries. Additionally, I conducted routine quality audits to ensure work progression per specifications and initiated corrective actions, and avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with all site inspections in a timely manner.
Owner/Project Director at NorthEast Construction Associates
January 1971 — January 1999
- Directed the growth and management of NorthEast Construction Associates, overseeing 320 associates and 126 vehicles
●Developed and maintained client relationships with Walter Berman, Harold Brown, and the Catholic Church, focusing on high-value property rehabilitation projects
●Led a successful business model that united independent contractors to compete with major players in the Boston market, consistently winning bids and achieving profitability
●Managed the full restoration of the Colonial Theatre, a $24 million project, and the renovation of 90-100 Boylston Street, including high-end office space build-outs
●Oversaw the rehabilitation of a 14-story office building at 15 Court Square in the financial district, maintaining operations during the process
●Executed restoration work on numerous historic buildings along the Freedom Trail, contributing to the preservation of cultural landmarks
Education
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering, Ashwood University
January 2005
Vesper George College of Art, Boston
January 1969
Details
45 Toftree Lane, Dover, 03820, USA, 1-603-***-****
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Place of birth
Fitchburg MA
Nationality
White
Driving license
yes
Skills
Construction Management
Project Management
Quality Control
Budgeting
Scheduling
Client Communication