Adam Wadas
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I am an experienced Director of Field Operations with a proven track record in construction project management, strategic thinking, and HR management. My career journey has equipped me with valuable skills in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing operations, and fostering critical thinking. With a strong foundation in construction management and interpersonal skills, I have successfully contributed to the growth and success of various organizations.
● Exceptional organizational skills
● Interpersonal skills
● Understanding and evaluating others
● Competent with Microsoft Office Suite
● Project planning and development
● Advanced problem solving
● Excellent communication skills
● Detail oriented
● Natural leader
● Continuous learner
● Safety conscious
● Dedicated team player
● Process improvement
● Deadline driven
Experience
Singletrack Trails / Grand Junction, CO
DIRECTOR OF FIELD OPERATIONS
FEBRUARY 2023 – PRESENT
●ResponsibleforthedailysupervisionandmanagementofProjectManagers,Site Supervisors, Q.C. Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator and all other team members involved in safe and sustainable trail construction projects.
●CollaboratewithProjectManagerstoscheduleprojectsandassignstaffaccordinglytoensuretrailconstruction completion deadlines are met.
●WorkwithFederallandmanagersandstakeholdersthroughassociatedenvironmentalassessmentprocessesto identify areas of concern on each project and develop a plan of action for construction.
●Reviewandnegotiateprojectcontractswithclientsandstakeholdersinacourteousandprofessionalmanner.
●Engageincompanyleadershipteammeetingstoestablishannualsalesgoalsfortheoperationsdepartment.
●Participateregularlyinstrategicplanningmeetingstooutlinemeasurableandachievablegoals.
●Trustedtoleadandmentorsitesupervisors,project managers and other team members.
●CollaboratewiththeHRDirectorandTrainingDirectortostreamlinetherecruitmentandhiringprocessasneeded.
●Evaluateoverallprojectproductionperformanceandbudget,identifying areas of improvement and implementing appropriate strategies.
●Competentlynavigateandutilizeprojectmanagementsoftware;Notion and Trello.
●Reportprojectstatusandprogresstotheleadershipteam. Western Slope Iron / Grand Junction, CO
PROJECT MANAGER/PROJECT COORDINATOR/ESTIMATOR
JUNE 2018 – FEBRUARY 2023
●Revieweddesigndrawingsandcompiledjobcostestimatesandbidproposalsforstructuralsteelpackages.
●Managedresourcesandtrackeddailyjobcoststowardscurrentprojects,$500k - $5mil projects.
●ReviewedcostsassociatedwithdesigndrawingchangesRFI’s,ASI’s and PR’s.
●Communicatechangestoscopewithallteammembers,subcontractors and stakeholders.
●SubmittedchangeorderstoGeneralContractors.
●Reviewedshopdrawingpackagesforreleaseintoproduction. Adam Wadas 1087 Wallace Street Fruita, CO 970-***-**** ****.*.*****@*****.*** Wadas 1
●Responsibleforthereviewofcurrentuptodatepricingforrequiredmaterials.
●Organizedallprojectrelateddocumentsonthecompanyserver.
● Identified field problems, fabrication errors and pinpointed solutions.
●ReviewedprogrammingfilesforCNCoperatedmachinesintheproductionline.
●Coordinatedprojectscope,subcontractors, fabrication, delivery and erection.
●Developedprojectscheduleaccordingtoshopcapacityandprojectdeadlines.
●Providedsupporttothepurchasingmanager.
●Usedprojectcostingsoftware;ComputerEase.
All Metals Welding and Fabrication / Grand Junction, CO PROJECT MANAGER/ESTIMATOR
FEBRUARY 2012 – JUNE 2018
●TrustedtooverseeallbusinessoperationsonadailybasiswhenGMwasabsent.
●Builtandmaintainedstrongcustomerrelationshipsonallclientaccounts.
●Responsibleforthesupervisionandmanagementof8teammembers.
●Definedcleartargetsandobjectivesandcommunicatedthemtootherteammembers.
●Successfullymanagedproductionactivitiessoallorderswerecompletedcorrectlyandontime.
●Oversawprojectinstallationensuringqualitycontrol.
●AssistedandcollaboratedwithshopforemanwithHRissues,ensuring all employees were given appropriate work depending on their level of skill and experience.
●Responsibleforthepurchaseofmaterialsandsuppliesasneededforthefabricationshop.
●Oversawmaintenanceschedulesofmachines,ordering parts, diagnosing machine problems, and making repairs when needed.
●Providedwrittencostestimatesforcustomprojects,ranging from $1,000 to $75,000.
●Oversawthehiringprocessincludingapplicationreview,scheduling and interviewing potential employees. Altitude Steel Company / Denver, CO
PROGRAMMER/PROJECT MANAGER
JANUARY 2011 – JANUARY 2012
●Responsibleforthesupervisionandworkof3teammembers.
●Maintainedfriendlyandprofessionalcustomerinteractionatalltimes.
●Oversawtheproductionprocessandmanagedtheproductionschedule.
●ProgrammedCNCplasmacuttingmachine.
● Estimated project costs, ranging from $1,000 - $150,000 Education
MAY 2010
B.A: Recreation Outdoor Leadership and Resort Management / Western Colorado University – Gunnison, CO Coursework in Leadership, Management, and Business Activities/Certifications
● Certified NOLS Wilderness First Responder, Exp. 2024 (w/ CPR and AED)
● Leadership/professional development training with Life is Great Coaching, 2015 - present
● Leading Edge Class – Grand Junction Small Business Development Center, Spring 2017
● COPMOBA Grand Valley Chapter committee member 2012-2015
● High/Low rope course instructor/facilitator CSU-Pueblo 2003 - 2004 Adam Wadas 1087 Wallace Street Fruita, CO 970-***-**** ****.*.*****@*****.*** Wadas 2