Kevin Blanchette
**** ******* **** ** ** Palm Bay, FL 32905 321-***-**** **********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
An energetic and detail-oriented craftsman with over 35 years of experience in the building trade and have extensive experience in both residential and commercial construction. My experience has allowed me to pursue certification and licenses in residential home inspection and drone operation. Other skills and accomplishments consist of completion of various government and private sector contracts. Looking for an opportunity to craft my skill and continue to grow with in the construction industry.
Licenses: Home Inspection- 120 credit hours; Drone pilot- 10 credit hours
Strong time management skills with ability to establish priorities to meet timelines.
Remain flexible and prepared to adapt to various situations. Also have great attention to detail.
Work as part of a team and maintain a professional and positive work environment.
Strong desire for learning and sharing knowledge with others. Excellent communication skills
Communication Platforms – Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet.
Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Business Operations Practice Structure Leadership & Management Commitment to learning
Innovative creator Negotiating skills Critical Thinking Appointment Scheduling Construction Management Budgeting & Accounting Organizational Improvements Interpersonal Professional Communications Designing & Planning
EDUCATION
Internachi Home Inspection School Certificate/License – Home Inspector, 2023
Internachi Home Inspection School Certificate – Drone Pilot, 2023
Prince George Community College Certificate– Purchasing & Materials Management, 1996
Prince George Community College Certificate – Business Management, 1995
Maryland Drafting Institute Certificate – Drafter, 1992
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jackson Enterprises Home Builders – Annapolis, MD 2014-2021
Project Manager/Lead Carpenter
Understand and collaborate with clients to achieving their wants and needs for each project.
Drawing up detailed plans and executing effectively and accurately
Negotiate with contractors and suppliers
Communicate effectively with clients and assist in resolving discrepancies.
Oversaw project from beginning to end and ensured staff understood client’s needs.
Hunt Construction – Baltimore, MD 2011-2014
Carpenter
Contracted through Maryland Aviation for projects at Baltimore/Washington International Airport
Followed OSHA safety regulations and maintained a safe environment for all.
Maintained government clearances to work onsite.
Designed and constructed concrete slabs, installed metal framing to doors and other parts of the building.
Clinton Awning – Clinton, MD 2009-2011
Lead Carpenter/Estimator
Began with company from 1987-2004 and worked in various roles and positions.
Understand and collaborate with clients to achieving their wants and needs for each project.
Drawing up detailed plans and executing effectively and accurately
Negotiate with contractors and suppliers and provided estimates.
Communicate effectively with clients and assist in resolving discrepancies.
Oversaw project from beginning to end and ensured staff understood client’s needs.
Valley Pines Golf Course – Ravenswood, WV 2009-2011
Co-Owner/Manager
Managed course design and maintenance.
Delegated tasks to employees to ensure integrity of course remained at highest standards for club members and guests.
Upkept maintenance on all equipment on site.
Managed inventory and received stock for clubhouse and bar inventory.
Handled all escalated member complaints and resolved in timely manner.
Stanley Martin Home Builders – Vienna, VA 2004-2005
Warranty & Quality Management Representative
Provided homeowners with walk-through inspections of property.
Followed-up on any warranty scheduling needed.
Coordinated subcontractor warranty repairs as needed
Provided quality customer service to all customers.
Addressed any customer concerns in a timely manner.
Jiffy Lube – Clinton, MD 1986-1987
Assistant Manager
Managed inventory and received stock
Created purchase orders
Managed employee schedules
Handled all customer relation issues and resolved in a timely manner.
Delegated tasks to employees to ensure all task completed.