JIM HARRIS
** **** ******** *****, *********, Nevada 89074 H: 702-***-**** C: 702-***-**** adu609@r.postjobfree.com
Construction Manager with 25 years of experience leading teams of general contractors and trades on large scale commercial and residential construction projects. Construction Manager who collaborates successfully with architects, owners and construction staff in order to design and complete multi-million dollar projects. Construction Manager who provides clear direction and explains plans and contract terms in a clear and understandable way. Safety-conscious and detail oriented. Very IT savvy with multiple platforms. My qualifications will support any company with the technical, business, or legal expertise the company may require given my very experienced background.
General contracting professional subcontractor contract management, commercial construction expert strong interpersonal skills and project scheduling- OSHA Certified, Oil and Fluids Testing Expert (Tribology)
President and CEO expertise as well running my own construction and development firms.
Project Manager, 02/1971 to 06/1979 Nordic Construction – Honolulu, Hawaii Construction of 40, 25, 15 story complexes throughout Honolulu. Oversaw the entire building turnover process, while enhancing communication between the entire construction management team. Assisted the vice president of production in the review, approval and archiving of all closeout documents. Determined the project schedule, which included the sequence of all construction activities. Managed entire construction process. Conducted routine quality audits to ensure that work was progressing per the specifications and initiated corrective actions. Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
Civil Engineering-Power Plant Construction, 03/1979 to 04/1983 Bechtel Power – Phoenix Arizona Palo Verde Nuclear Power Station Phoenix, Arizona.
(3 Plants) Reported to the vice president of production on conformance with the contract schedule. Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all general contractor personnel.
Over designed multiple civil projects and construction of over 20 facilities on jobsite. Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues. Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules. Performed nuclear testing for coatings integrity and finalized contracts with Exxon Mobile coats division.
General Manager LV Office, 03/1983 to 04/1985 PW Stevens – Los Angeles California
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY, SKILLS, WORK HISTORY
Ran Nevada operations for underground piping, facility piping, and equipment for Flamingo Phase 6 project, performed all bidding operations for the company, managed over 60 personnel and union personnel for the company. Responsible for bottom line profitability for this division office. Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies. Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues. Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all general contractor personnel. Reported to the vice president of production on conformance with the contract schedule. Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives. Assisted the president of production in the review, approval and archiving of all closeout documents. Trained and promoted continued education for all onsite crew members.
Company Owner, 03/1985 to 03/1992 Center Construction & Development – Phoenix,
Arizona Owner/Builder of a construction development company with over 50 Million in construction projects. Performed and managed entire construction process, design process including hiring all architects and engineers for multiple projects, also handled all sales, leasing and financing for the company. Maintained a staff of over 60 handling multiple disciplines required for company operations. Determined the project schedule, which included the sequence of all construction activities. Reported the quality of performance on site to all site managers. Conducted routine quality audits to ensure that work was progressing per schedule and built per specifications and initiated any corrective actions. Trained and promoted staff for continued education for all onsite crew members.
Civil Engineer and Chief Inspector Civil & Airport Flight Controls, 02/1991 to 01/1995 Bechtel Civil-Airport Division – LV, Nevada McCarran Airport
Under contract with McCarran Airport responsible for new terminal and runway construction and compliance to contract drawings by the contractors. Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction. Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules. Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues. Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all general contractor personnel. Reported to the vice president of production on conformance with the contract schedule. Conducted all critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives. Worked with construction administration consultants to plan field observations on schedule. Oversaw the entire building turnover process, while enhancing communication between all construction management. Determined the project schedule, which included the sequence of all construction activities. Offered technical assistance to service providers. Reported the quality of performance on site to all site construction managers. Conducted routine quality audits to ensure that work was progressing per the specifications and initiated corrective actions. Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce the project duration.
Founder, Chief Engineer, 02/1996 to Current Titan Certified – LV, NV Founder of Oil and Fluids testing for the automotive industry. Developed Algorithm’s for Automotive and Commercial industry to accurately predict the condition of any used vehicle. President and CEO for 17 1/2 years till I stepped down in Sept. of 2014 to manage the technical division of the company after opening a Canadian Division. National Accounts include: 1) Manheim Auto Auctions 2) US Military base operations mainland and international. 3) REDEX the largest RV dealership group in the US. 4) AIM Inspection- Inspects over 12 Million vehicles annually integrated both companies for lab results. 5) Opened dealerships and auctions throughout the US and Canada. Trained and promoted continued education for all onsite crew members. Responsible for bottom line results of the company.
Bachelor of Science: Construction Engineering, 1973 Arizona State University - Tempe, Arizona Associate of Arts: Science, 1966 Glendale Community College - Glendale, Arizona
I have been in the heavy construction field for over 30 years, I believe at this point in my career I can add tremendous expertise to any firm looking for a qualified individual who has a well-rounded strong back ground.
Take a look at projects listed below
Partial Project List
Honolulu International Airport Terminal. Foreman
Honolulu Sewage Treatment Facility. Foreman
Hale Luana 14 Story Condo Project. Project Manager
2211 Ala Wai 40 Story Condo Project Waikiki with 8 story garage pool and 3 bridges. Construction Manager
First Hawaiian Bank 4 Story Major Bank Facility-Project Manager
Haiku Transmitter Facility-Haiku Valley Hawaii-Project Manager
Greenview 18 Story Condo Project Honolulu- Constuction Manager
Palo Verde Nuclear Generation Facility 3 Plants Civil, Roads, RR and Structural, Piping, Equipment, Buildings-Civil Engineer
5 projects- Multi-unit 250-300 2 to 3 story apartments Phoenix-Construction Manager
28 Story Central Downtown Phoenix Apartment Development Design & Build-Construction Manager
Embrey Riddle Aeronautical College Prescott-Const. Management with Architect (3) 4 Story Dormitory Buildings-Construction Management Contract
Jerry Busby Residence-8 Million Dollar Residence Camelback Mountain-General Contractor
Door County Office Complex 16th Street 56,000sf 2 story complex-General Contractor
Swenson’s Restaurants 5 facilities 3 free standing 2 in Malls.- General Contractor
12,000 sf Restaurant Facility Thomas Road Phoenix-
18,000 SF Facility 34 Day fast track Night Club & Restaurant Camelback Road- General Contractor
Saint Margaret Mary’s Catholic Church Bullhead City- General Contractor
Smoke Tree Elementary school new & rehab facilities Lake Havasu- General Contractor
Bell Road Shopping Center-28,000 SF Tenant JV Develop, Finance, & build- General Contractor and Developer
Carefree Shopping Center- 40,000 sf Carefree, Arizona-General Contractor
Greenway Village Shopping Center- 70,000 sf Phoenix Develop, Finance, & Build-Developer Builder and Owner
45,000 Office Facility Camelback & 16th Street Develop, Finance, & Build- Developer Builder and Owner
Industrial Office Complex-50,000 sf Winery Scottsdale Airpark-General Contractor
Black Mountain Office Complex-48,000 SF 4 Story Camelback Road- Developer Builder and Owner
200 Unit Condo Project (3) Story Carefree, Arizona-General Contractor
Custom Homes Scottsdale-(3) 1-3 Million 8-10,000SF-Construction Manager
Omni Village Shopping Facilty-48,000 SF Tempe, Arizona Jt. Venture Finance & Build-
Southern Village- 70,000 sf and Pads Mesa Arizona- Develop, Finance, Build Developer Builder and Owner
Cave Creek Office Complex-45,000 SF 1-2 Story- Develop, Finance, Build- Developer Builder
Cascades of Phoenix-65 Acre Mall, Hotel Multiple-use complex Land, Develop, & Finance-100M facility.Developer
40+ Landscape design build projects retirement community Litchfield Park, Arizona-Contractor
McCarran Airport-RW 25L/25 R,/19R/19L Terminals A, B &C Gates all FAA Controls, Freight Distribution Centers Fed EX Etc.-Civil Engineer
I-15 Desert Inn Arterial-Interchange Haz Mat Projects for Frehner (Aggregate) Construction Subcontractor
City of Las Vegas Library Flamingo Road, ~Asbestos Removals & Demolition McCarran Contracts -Subcontractor
Custom Homes -2-3 Million Summerline-Construction Manager
75 Design Builds for outdoor facilities- parks, masonry fencing, landscape, retaining walls, waterfalls, patios, swimming pools and custom patio covers. Design build Construction Contracts. COntractor
City of Boulder-Masonry, Structural, Remodel City Hall.-Contractor
Haz Mat Project Henderson Industrial Center-Battery Plant-Subcontractor
Flamingo Hilton Phase 6 and Flamingo Time Shares both underground and 3 high rise structures 400+ units.-Subcontractor
Planet Hollywood project at Caesars Palace Venue 18,000 sf restaurant and night club facility.-Subcontractor
Lake Havasu Falls-Development & Rezoning Project (35) Townhouse Lots-Developer Builder
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