Sam Trelinski

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Travelers Rest, South Carolina 29690

864-***-****

adwqzp@r.postjobfree.com

Career Summary

In the past two decades, I have worked in various construction positions that have helped me learn not only how to build an excellent product, but also how to build strong relationships. With every project, I strive to communicate effectively with all parties from corporate managers, trades in the field, state and/or federal inspectors, sales agents, and buyers.

My strengths are honesty, loyalty, determination, and caring about the projects and people under my direction. I want to use my strengths to become an asset to an organization with an excellent reputation in the community.

Computer and Software Skills

Proficient using Google Docs, Slides and Sheets; OneNote; Slack communication software, Jira Software, CSME, Xactimate, and ProBuild

Professional Experience

Regional Area Manger, Opendoor Labs, Inc. Jun 2022 – Present

In my role as a Regional Area Construction Manager, I had seven direct reports for three markets with an average of 30 homes in our renovation index/portfolio per month. My markets included: Greenville, SC, Columbia, SC and Asheville, NC. My direct reports included five Home Project Managers (HPMs) and two third party exterior assessors (3PEAs). I made the final decision regarding the homes we purchased in our markets based on virtual and in-person assessments. I approved the repairs that were deemed necessary to get the home market ready. I was responsible for approval of buyer negotiation repair scopes. I also managed the day-to-day operations of the market HPMs to ensure that our renovations stayed within our budget and were completed on time. Speed, cost, and quality metrics were our focus.

Conducted virtual weekly team meetings and individual meetings with HPMs that include metric performance reviews.

Created a weekly travel schedule to all three markets (AVL, CUB, GSP) to conduct progress reports, quality control assessments, listed clean and audit inspections. My job was to ensure our homes were ready to be listed, our vendors were safely completing their scopes of work, and we were getting quality workmanship.

Reported weekly in virtual meetings with the market manager and seven other area construction managers over our mid Atlantic division. Gave updates on trade partner needs in weekly trade partner meetings with our vendor managers and home operations coordinators. Utilized Google sheets, created slide presentations as an analytical tool during my presentation on our markets’ goal achievement and performance.

Reviewed all escalated assessment scopes (Budget Reviews) and change orders to ensure adherence to quality, and pricing standards.

Communicated with our vendors to negotiate pricing, confirm scheduling and resolve any logistical issues.

Area Construction Manager, Crescent Homes, Greenville, SC Mar 2021 - May 2022

In my role as an Area Construction Manager (ACM), I had 6 residential communities under my direct supervision, as well as 3 custom homes in our Flex program. In addition to single family construction, I also supervised townhome construction. There were up to 17 Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers that were direct reports to me.

Updated our division managerial staff and all corporate managers via weekly operations meetings, as to the status of our projected closings, upcoming new construction starts, and logistical issues.

Participated in monthly margin meetings.

Conducted weekly builder meetings with all construction staff to identify any issues, confirm dates for certification of occupancy.

Developed and implemented extensive field/classroom training that included but was not limited to; how to perform slab inspections and framing checks. Also discussed how to conduct all preconstruction meetings, pre-drywall onsite debriefings with buyers and new homeowner orientation walks.

Assisted land development with installations of mailbox kiosks, entry monuments, up lighting, landscaping, determining driveway hands and installation of security camera pods.

Worked with developers on close out requirements for subdivisions.

Spearheaded the development of our 3-phase divisional quality assurance programs.

Developed several construction standard operating procedures that went on to be adapted by our two sister divisions.

Worked hand in hand with all our trade partners management teams, to overcome logistical/ personnel issues.

Responsible for approval of extra purchase orders. Initiated on site meetings with Chief County inspectors to resolve any inspection process disputes that our field construction personnel were encountering.

Acted as a liaison between our sales agents, construction field personnel, and trade partners so they all knew what was expected of them as a team.

Conducted hiring interviews for construction staffing.

Superintendent, D.R. Horton, Greenville, SC Oct 2015 - Mar 2021

In the 6 years worked at DR Horton, was the lead superintendent for approximately 300 homes built and closed in the following Upstate, SC neighborhoods: Bridle Path all 3 phases, Patriot Hills, Highland Hills, Timberland Trail, Rose Hill, Shiloh Farms, and Heritage Village.

Coordinated the construction schedule from start to finish.

Scheduled all required inspections with the various municipalities.

Scheduled the procurement of all construction materials in accordance with the plans, elevations, and selected options.

Applied for all utility accounts required.

Issued Extra Purchasing Orders (EPOs) and ensured contract work was completed prior to releasing payment, to ensure a high quality of workmanship was maintained.

Ensured that work performed was done in accordance with all OSHA guidelines.

Conducted preconstruction meetings, on site pre-drywall walks and new homeowner orientations with buyers under contract.

Participated in weekly sales meetings and updated buyers under contract on the progress of their homes.

Received and coordinated the corrections needed via a received SWPPP report. (Erosion control)

Field Verification Manager/Builder, D.R. Horton, Greenville, SC Sep 2015 - Mar 2016

Conducted onsite inspections/accounting for construction materials delivered in every community under construction. Then verified by cross referencing with the quantities on the purchase orders in conjunction with the house plans and elevations selected.

Independent Insurance Claims Adjuster, Self Employed Oct 2011 - Oct 2015

Field verification and processing of insurance claims as a result of Hurricanes Sandy, various other hailstorms and natural disasters.

Responded to catastrophes and other temporary assignments.

Inspected losses, management of claims, document transactions, prepared and forwarded reports.

Obtained reports, appraisals and statements from homeowners.

Prepared estimates after documenting damages/losses through written scopes, digital photography,

field measurements, and utilization of Xactimate software.

Superintendent (Lead), Quadrant Construction, Jacksonville, NC Feb 2015 - Sep 2015

Lead superintendent for Tyvola Crossings multifamily project in Charlotte, NC. Came onboard mid-construction phase to completion. My role was lead quality control and safety enforcement per OSHA regulations.

Performed punch out/ field verification for: layouts, framing, MEPS, siding installation, masonry, roofing, installation of fire sprinkler system, interior/exterior painting, and all trim outs per trade,

Documented daily field reports, maintained erosion control, coordinated site work, scheduled trades and inspections, verified work completed for pay applications.

Finalized turnover of finished units including verification of correct materials utilized and quality of

workmanship

Conducted walk through inspections with owner representatives and county inspectors.

Coordinated deliveries, off-loading, verification of receipt and staging of all job-related materials.

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Lead Supervisor, Carolina Filters, Greenville, SC Oct 2013 - Oct 2014

Supervised the remediation of buildings and/or their ventilation systems from contamination including, but not limited.

to particulate build-up, and greases and oils. Also, supervised industrial cleaning of

facility components such as joists, walls, ceilings and equipment such as boilers, pumps and heat

exchangers. Versed in HEPA filters and handling hazardous materials.

Managed/trained personnel and direct on-site operations as they related to service, safety, and duct

cleaning & indoor air quality (IAQ) related work/issues.

Coordinated meetings with customers to assess their duct systems and maintenance needs. Provide

initial plant walk-through to assist in quoting and scheduling cleaning jobs.

Coordinated safety and work permits, lock/tag out, and any protocol unique to a certain plant keeping

the technicians free to perform their work.

Conducted final walk throughs, first with the technicians and then with the customer.

Prepared job reports for customers as requested.

Attended and conducted safety training.

Superintendent, Wild Building Contractors, Morristown TN August 2009-Oct 2011

Superintendent- responsibilities included but not limited to, coordinating construction schedules along with all the daily requirements of operating a construction jobsite, scheduling of inspections with county officials, progress meetings for verification of payment request with federal, state, local construction and architectural representatives. Responsible for submittal of various construction documents such as RFIs, erosion control plans, disposal log of demolished building materials that contained lead-based paint/asbestos, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) referral book. Conducted weekly toolbox safety meetings and recorded attendance. Authored daily reports and any on-site accidents or near misses. Kept a log for all tools that were signed out. Registered and recorded first-aid materials that were used. I was also responsible for the hiring any temporary labor and reporting their working hours for payment.

•Refurbished/Converted 118 units via HUD housing for Laurinburg, NC Housing Authority. Contract

Value: 7 million dollars. This job included lead abatement, demolition and installation of concrete foundations, new rough in and trim out plumbing, HVAC, and electric. Demolition and installation of new roofs, masonry and asphalt work. Converted single units to duplexes/ triplexes and all applicable trim out/finish work.

•Renovated 150 houses for officers and enlisted personnel at Grants Landing Cape Heart at Officers

Quarters, Cherry Point Air Station, Havelock, North Carolina, Contract Value: 7 million dollars

•Performed quality control over demolition/new installation of concrete foundations, framing, MEPS,

and final turnover of units to the Department of the Navy

•Identified and quarantined areas containing asbestos and lead-based paints.

Superintendent, Wood Partners, Charlotte NC Dec 2007 - Aug 2009

Lead superintendent for the framing and MEPs of Alta Great Bridge, Chesapeake, Virginia. Took over superintendent responsibilities once post tension slabs were poured up to the installation of drywall. Contract Value: 24 million dollars, new construction of 180-unit luxury apartment complex, multifamily garden style, on post tension slabs. New construction also included swimming pools, clubhouse, dumpster pads, carwash area and mail kiosk at Chesapeake, VA

Alta Crescent, Contract Value: 24 million dollars, a new construction of 240-unit luxury apartment multifamily garden style in Greer, South Carolina

•Coordinated the day-to-day scheduling, quality control, materials procurement and inspections for framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and sprinkler systems for subcontractors; 150 plus crew members.

•Ensured all OSHA regulations were met, and all protocols followed per scope/ plan details.

•Completed Alta Crescent, Greer, SC and Alta Great Bridge, Chesapeake, VA on schedule and met budget.

Superintendent, Pro Construction, Multiple Sites in North Carolina Jan 2004 - Dec 2007

Superintendent over multiple award contracts (MAC) on military installations that required security clearance level CONFIDENTAL. Was responsible for scheduling of sub-contractors, material procurement, scheduling inspections, weekly meetings with the Resident Officer in Charge of Construction (ROICC), to discuss schedules, request for information (RFIs), and submittal approvals.

Renovated Little Rock Apartments, a 480-unit complex in Charlotte, NC, Contract Value: 9 million

dollars. Bachelor’s Officers’ Quarters, Camp Lejeune, NC, Fletcher (400 units) and Tyler (520 units)

dormitories at East Carolina University, Contract Value: 14 million dollars

Supervised clearing, grading, and site work of 24 acres. Supervised installation of service laterals and

paving and striping of large area parking lots for interim site prep at Camp Lejeune, NC, Contract Value:

2.2 million dollars

Constructed head MOUNT facility at Camp Lejeune, NC, Contract Value: 300K

•Repaired miles of intersecting active military runways at Cherry Point Marine Corps Base, Havelock, NC and Marine Corps Air Station in Jacksonville, NC

•Supervised installation of playgrounds and sound panels for Delalio and Blitz schools at Camp Lejeune

•Worked as finish superintendent at Lumberton Town Hall, Lumberton, NC and at Gate Wood

Apartments, Havelock, NC from sheetrock installation to finish product turnover to client.

Completed the above listed projects on schedule, within budget, with zero injuries.

Education

Attended Elon University, studied Public Administration; 1987-1991

Attended Campbell University, summer course study, Public Administration; 1990.

Licenses & Certifications

Construction Quality Management for Contractors - U.S. Army Corp of Engineers

#CENAO-05-0184

30-Hour OSHA Construction Training - OSHA Outreach Program & The Construction Industry

29 CFR 1926

Good Friday 10-Hour OSHA Construction Training - OSHA In

Accordance With the Construction Industry

29-CFR-1926

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