Lennon Givens

Atlanta, Georgia . adnyia@r.postjobfree.com. linkedin.com/in/lennongivens

Professional Summary

Certified Licensed General Contractor in the State of Florida. Knowledgeable and experienced in reviewing development plans, evaluating proposed project plans, skilled in examining project plans. Ensuring that the plans are consistent and up to code with compliance to applicable laws. Coordinated contractors, engineers, architects, governmental agencies to complete construction projects from inception to completion. Lead teams to maintain track elevation for proper drainage and compaction for erosion control. Supervised site development to ensure storm water management, grading and drainage for commercial and residential construction projects. Conducted daily status meetings with involved parties on projects to provide clear scope of work. Effectively communicated with owners, engineers, code enforcers, and contractors to resolve design issues and to align clear expectations with compliance. Provide high levels of customer services to policy holders and contractors by assisting them via phone, and through email; by providing status updates and explaining policy language and applicable code relating to residential construction.

Efficient Reading Blueprints Construction Management Scope Development Knowledge of Site Development Project Management FRA Understanding of Construction Phases Auto Cad License Insurance Adjuster Logistic Manager Cross-Functional Collaboration Training & Development PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

North American Risk Services, ATLANTA, GA 2018 - Present Property Claims Adjuster

Effectively guided policy holders through property loss with a high standard of customer service while maintaining integrity and fairness through the claims process.

• Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.

• Maintained contact with claimants and attorneys and negotiated agreeable claim settlements .

• Lead a team of field adjusters and coordinated timely and quality inspections to address all the concerns of the customer.

• Developed systems and process to facilitated workflow to handle large volume during CAT season. CSX, Chicago, IL 2016 - 2018

Roadmaster

Oversaw a team of trackworkers to inspect and maintains all track structure and right-of-way (ROW) to specifications set by CSX Transportation (CSXT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). .

• Facilitate communication and build rapport across departments, sub-departments and public agencies.

• Responded as the head engineering at major derailments and natural disasters to repair the track, manage and correct erosion and restore drainage easements and buffers.

• Coordinated with the city of Riverdale, Ill code enforcement to tear out and replace railroad crossing and provided proper protection.

• Developed programs

• Partnered with the EPA and develop strategies for chemical clean up on derailment sites. CSX Transportation, Chicago, IL 2008 - 2016

Logistics Manager

Serves as the representative for CSXT in the Chicago Transportation Coordinator (CTC) a network of railroads to plan interchange of freight and passenger trains traveling from the North to South and East and West coast.

• Analyze traffic flow data to accurately assess tariffs and communicate and resolve mainline issues to ensure carriers complied with traffic and tariff agreements per Interchange Service Agreement (ISA).

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• Conduct daily conference calls with short line and Class I railroads as well as CSX Intermodal yards, local freight yards, CSXT power bureau and crew management to discuss and plan traffic in and out of the Chicago terminal.

• Responded as the head engineering at major derailments and natural disasters to repair the track, manage and correct erosion and restore drainage easements and buffers.

• Developed and communicated daily tactical plans to provide quality customer service by managing Train and Engine crews and locomotives for the transportation of customer commodities.

• Taught classes to employees on company policies and safety rules to keep in compliance with FRA guidelines and to ensure safe operating practices.

Chalk Line Construction, Port Charlotte, FL 2008 - 2006 Owner Certified General Contractor

Operated and residential/ commercial general contracting construction company that focused on the customer’s needs.

• Efficiently Scheduled and coordinated subcontractors to commercial and residential properties.

• Established close working relationship with Charlotte County Building and Permitting Department, for compliance and to coordinate inspection.

• Partnered with the Civil engineer on site development for drainage, trees, floodplain matters, stream buffers, to stay in compliance with zoning.

• Order and managed materials to ensure subcontractors were equipped for even workflow. ADDITIONAL CONSTRUCTION RELATED EXPERIENCE

ADAMS HOMES

• Superintendent

CENTEX HOMES

• Field Manager

PETER R. BROWN CONSTRUCTION

• Intern/Assistant Superintendent

EDUCATION

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University – Tallahassee, FL Bachelor of Science (BS), Construction Engineering Technology CERTIFICATIONS

• 0620 Adjuster All Lines License State of Florida W45327

• Certified General Contractor License for the State of Florida CGC1511827 AFFILIATIONS

• Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated

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