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James Buchanan

Hampton, NH *****

*****.*********@*******.*** - 603-***-**** 603-***-**** Cell

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE.

Clerk of the Works

NETCO - Essex, MA-2016- to present

I maintain records of work that is going on at job site, I make sure all work is done per plan and inform owner,architect, of any substandard work or safety problems on the job, to be able to perform these duties I must have an excellent understanding of all plans and the construction methods of all subcontractors .Along with the methods the materials used must be correct and installed per manufacturers specs,so I am up to date with all of the products that go in to all types of construction, I also approve payment for services and check all workmanship and make sure the site is safe and that all safety guidelines are being followed. I also need to work with Federal, State and local inspectors while doing my job.

Sales

Home Depot Pro Sales - 2010 to 2015

Working with skilled Trade Professionals on materiel quotes and finding best products for the best price. Sales to contractors and Homeowner training. Highly skilled at closing the deal through knowledge and customer trust. Great customer service and past experience makes me very valuable to all customers, Tradesmen, Home owners it does not matter, will research if I do not know and will share with all customers and associates .A real team player and company asset that does his work without looking for a pat on the back. I was hired to do a job and that is what I do start to finish in all endeavors. Can negotiate and speak to a crowd or train it does not matter, Very confident and work harder than is required. I am very proud of the knowledge I possess and will share as a team member for the good of a person or company.

Well-rounded SERVICE manager, experienced

William Scotsman - Pelham, NH - November 2010 to June 2011

PROFILE: Well-rounded construction manager, experienced in all types of construction, plans reading, estimating and negotiating contracts, hiring and supervising multiple workers and implementing OSHA guidelines looking to join new team while applying excellent qualifications and expertise.

2010-2011 Service Manager William Scotsman Managing 20 employees delivering mobile offices and complexes. Using current scheduling programs. Head of safety procedures which are 0 tolerances. Negotiated contracts and material purchases hired in house and subcontract labor and trained and monitored all work. Multi-tasking with all phases of delivery of units to customers. Back ground as contractor supervisor fit job well.

Overseeing daily operations of branch, Helping customers, directing employees, enforcing safety policies, Working with sales agents, working with Lean approach, daily safety meetings, purchasing supplies, Upgrading branch infrastructure, building, vehicles, procedures, Lean implementation. Customer service problems, scheduling deliveries, working with subcontractors,

Pro Sales department

Lowes Home Improvement - Greenland, NH - 2009 to 2010

Responsibilities

Helped open store from start worked in asset protection and the sales to large companies to small and all types of home owners, great customer service skills and very kind and personable. Will never lie to a customer but I will work until I find out the correct answer in a timely manner. I have met schedules and beaten many others saving thousands of dollars for the company I worked for and then went on to the next project.

Accomplishments

I have applied for federal state and local permits and all types of safety requirements have been brought up to date, I have done LEAN training and followed through on all projects to completion. From a dream to finish for any company I have worked for and even when self-employed.

Skills Used

I can read all types of plans from a sewer treatment plant to a water pump station to residential and commercial building from 500.00 to 10000000 million in projects dealing with all involved at every level and always looked out for the customer or the company I worked for.

Construction Supervisor, Vice President of Operations, Site Supervisor

Mesiti Development - North Andover, MA - May 1998 to April 2009

Worked to demolish old buildings at Boston Hill in North Andover, a.

Permitted and worked on a large condominium project, all phases of

Of preparation to build. New condominiums from permitting to closing and warranty after closing. Great customer service skills

Project Manager

Mackinnon Construction - Londonderry, NH - 2007 to 2008

Project Manager, OHC Development, Peabody, MA

Constructed the Mr. Steer Mall - Londonderry, NH - 2005 to 2006

High-end residential homes, condominium projects, affordable housing and light commercial buildings.) ● managed multiple projects concurrently including hiring staff, both regular and subcontractors, and overseeing scheduling and daily duties of all 30-50 employees.

●Prior to construction start, estimated all costs ranging from permitting with state, local and federal officials regarding environmental issues; estimated all phases of construction; developed budget and implemented start date.

●Negotiated with realtors throughout construction re publicity and responded to customer inquiries for the realtor.

●Monitored road construction crews (in-house and subcontractors) throughout the development coordinating with major utility companies to schedule and negotiate contracts.

●Applied for individual work permits for each structure working closely with engineering companies beforehand during construction, reviewing and modifying plans and troubleshooting various unforeseen problems.

●Installed large scale sewer projects, water pump stations, working with DEP and local officials.

●Implemented and monitored storm water pollution prevention plan for each site.

●Saw project through to final approval of local, state and federal officials.

Vice President of Operations

Mesiti Development Corporation - North Andover, MA - 2000 to 2005

North Andover, MA

(High-end residential homes and developments, condominiums, 55 and older projects, modular and manufactured homes and land acquisitions.) 2000-2005 Vice President of Operations

● Monitored all in-going projects in regard to staying within budget, reviewing plans, presented projects to towns for planning board approval, managed day-to- day operations of human resources.

Project Manager

Mesiti Development - North Andover, MA - 1998 to 2000

All types of construction projects from start to finish

Site Supervisor

Mesiti Development - 1996 to 1998

EDUCATION

Business Management

Northern Essex Community College - Haverhill, MA

1978

Business Management

New Hampshire College - Manchester, NH

1975 to 1976

Salem High School - Salem, NH

1975

SKILLS

Soft Skills, Great Bay Community College (Less than 1 year)

CERTIFICATIONS

MA. Construction Supervisors

February 1990 to February 2017

I keep current on all codes and go to as many building inspector classes in the area to know what they have overridden and introduced there power to be. Also communicate with state fire marshal's to see if they have overridden code which they can for public safety so both people need to be communicated with and many engineers and architects are involved for sign offs and to meet very important closing dates. I also have good computer skills, also I am always ready to learn more

OSHA 10

All safety requirements on all construction jobs

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

●Well organized; committed to a quality job

●Interact well with building officials, environmental committees as well as workers

●Knowledgeable about all types of construction - wood, steel, concrete, excavation, landscaping, plan designed and troubleshooting problems

●Highly skilled at estimating and meeting closing dates

●Past lead contractors License

●Expert at negotiating best possible price for all types of materials

●Site work and machinery involved and understanding grades

●Snow Removal

●Customer Service

●Mill work specialist

●Team Player

●Quick Learner and stay current on all codes and all new construction materials and procedures

●I have current professional and personal References

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