Stephen J. Cepeda

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OVERVIEW: Dynamic thought leader, highly accomplished, and well-respected Senior Construction Inspector possessing 25+ years of productive experience and unique combination of expertise spanning project supervision & execution, process engineering, budget management, operations streamlining, field inspection, technical analysis, quality control and quality assurance, stakeholder engagement, solution implementation, and regulatory compliance. Experienced in construction design builds, AIA compliances, custom home build, renovation, and cost estimation within commercial and residential environments. Relied upon for strong technical skills and impressive record of increasing project efficiency and results through implementation of industry-leading best practices in support of strategic client and organizational goals.

SUMMARY: Construction Project Inspection Highly experienced in driving continuous process improvement with a focus on deeper insights, operational excellence, and an improvement in overall construction project performance. Proven track record of attaining 25% of jobs estimated, seeing them through from conception to completion and maintaining a 30% profit margin. Proven capability of taking a concept of building a structure, interpret with a strong understanding of blueprint drawings through the completion of the entire project. Resource Coordination Adept at developing project baselines, monitoring & controlling projects with respect to cost, resource deployment, and quality compliance to ensure satisfactory execution. Innovative, multifaceted professional with clear understanding of construction supervision, and project management. Ability to remain flexible and find the solution to any adverse issues that derive through the complexities of construction project inspections. Project Leadership Have a demonstrated track record of outstanding service; a calm, dependable professional who devotes every effort to achieving the best results. Capable of executing tasks as a participative and detailed oriented team player, yet equally effective at working independently in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

KNOWLEDGE • Construction Project Mgmt. • Budget Administration • Construction Inspection/Coord.

& EXPERTISE: • Subject Matter Expertise • Results Prioritization • Continuous Process Improvement

• Risk Analysis/Mitigation • Flexibility/Adaptability • Cross-functional Collaboration

• Material take-off Estimation• Reporting/Presentations• Interpersonal Communications

• Due Diligence Assessments • Monitoring/Evaluation • Quality Control Management PROFESSIONAL LEDZTART INSPECTIONS 2015 to Present

EXPERIENCE: Senior Inspector, Special Projects Concord, CA

• Serve as Senior Inspector for the special projects division pertaining to and the handling of consultations on more focused issues of different and unusual inspection processes.

• Continue the development of asset management and budgeting with Microsoft Excel program established for the benefit of fiscal management, budgets, updates and maintenance. Highlights Rely upon for ability to calibrate and track "pre-annual" REAC/HUD inspections and provide reports for all recommendations for corrections on Emergency issues.

Monitor Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Inspections and all life, health and safety issues pertaining to properties needing to be inspected.

Implement the startup and marketing of "Expert Witness" program of inspections, adding another aspect of inspections to include towards the company's growth.

Handle process of reporting to the financial institutions verification of the percentage completed for draw payments/funding of new construction projects to local “General Building Contractors".

Drive the implementation of Foundation Inspections, teaming up with local "Structural Engineering” firms located in neighboring cities in the East Bay, gathering pertinent information needed to fund and finance "Modular" home sector for numerous institutions. ONEG 2018 to 2023

Building Facilities Supervisor Concord, CA

• Oversaw building and grounds maintenance, ensuring that the facility was fully operational with all utilities functioning properly.

• Coordinated repairs involving basic electrical, mechanical, and plumbing system.

• Determined need for repairs or renovations by inspecting buildings’ structures and facilities. Highlights Ensured emergency preparedness procedures are implemented, and administered all site security practices.

Maintained compliance with state and federal regulations such as OSHA.

Conducted and documented regular facilities inspections to ensure best practices.

Led Base Certification NATEC International Lead Safety for Renovation.

Planned and coordinated all installations and refurbishments, coordinating and overseeing contractors performing maintenance activities. Continued on Instructed team in how to dispose of hazardous material in accordance with established Page Two… OSHA procedures; conformed with EH&S Policy, applicable regulatory, and company Stephen J. Cepeda Page Two

PROFESSIONAL EPISCOPAL SENIOR COMMUNITIES 2013 to 2015 EXPERIENCE Director of Facilities Oakland, CA

(Continued)... • Functioned as a Fire and Life Safety Director, assigning, training, and educating staff and residents in Facility Emergency Plan, including periodic fire drills.

• Oversaw departmental budget performance, anticipated discrepancies and tightly adhered to record keeping policies and procedures.

• Drove orientation of new employees in other departments with fire/life safety training. Highlights Interacted extensively and provided weekly status reports to the Assistant Executive Director on preventative maintenance, projects, quality assurance, and budgetary matters.

Maintained fire and life safety system as required by code and regulations, including periodic testing as required.

Recruited, hired, and trained maintenance employees in keeping with approved budget in order to have efficient and effective maintenance operation.

Influenced effective building maintenance, plant operations, project management, and safety of Oak Center Towers. (Episcopal Senior Communities).

Managed contracts with outside vendors and workers, maintaining accurate records of all contracts, work orders, and budgets in Worxhubs.

Directly supervised the daily activities of maintenance staff to ensure that department is producing high quality work efficiently and cost effectively.

Participated in performance improvement meetings, quality assurance programs, safety programs management, departmental meetings, and training. BMS/SSLV 2009 to 2012

Operations Consultant Honolulu, HI

• Operated as a Primary Safety Person for the repelling team and held the responsibility of assuring all primary and secondary knots and safety conditions were adhered to. Highlights Involved in establishing the value engineering side of projects, budgeted for 2 high-rise condominiums fiscal year.

Played an active role in the preparation for projects as well as scheduling. Met with contractors and collaborated on issues that needed to be established prior to work.

Designed, fabricated and welded outriggers for the company's concrete spalling personnel to operate in a Personally restored Cart Caddy in its entirety as a backup for the new material handling system established.

CEPEDA CONSTRUCTION 2000 to 2009

General Building Contractor CEO & President

• Coordinated all activities of construction projects while collaborating with job site superintendents to boost qualitative project delivery. Highlights Maximized utmost labor efficiency by scheduling subcontractors and field employees prior to the start of each business day, utilizing and assigning appropriate individuals according to task.

Directed marketing and sales of residential elevators, remodeling, new installations, and costs kept within a $16K per month budget.

CERTIFICATIONS: • Inclinator of America University, Harrisburg, PA – Certified Installer 2007 Acquired Certification, 60 hr. Course, Hydraulic, Machine Room Less (MRL), and Cable Drum residential elevators.

TRAINING: • International Profit Associations, Marina, CA – Minimum 60 Hour Week Consultation

- A minimum 4 man crash course of stringent expectations for a no nonsense approach to business, troubleshooting a set system in place, improving day to day operations. LICENSURE: • General Building Contractor, Marina, CA

- Obtained "B" License "General Building Contractor", Corporation 2006 to 2009

- Obtained "B" License "General Building Contractor", General Partnership 2000 to 2006 AFFILIATIONS: • Foundation Certification LLC, Marina, CA – Certified Foundation Inspector 2009

- Certified foundation inspector for manufactured homes, responsible for the collective information and collaboration with engineering firms in certifying the appropriate foundation for FHA, VA, and HUD loans, responding to order of certification from local and national bank and lending institutions prior to funding.

• InterNACHI, Marina, CA – Certified Home Inspector 2008

- Certified the condition of a home for customers as a present snapshot on the overall health and condition prior to purchase. Both residential and commercial applications.