Todd Vardakis

Caldwell, N.J. *****

adzfzo@r.postjobfree.com

201-***-****

I’m seeking a Construction Management position with a development firm, in need of a reliable, knowledgeable and safety conscious supervisor. I use a variety of soft skills, technical abilities, industry knowledge and business management acumen to lead and execute each construction project safely and effectively. I have 20+ years of construction experience with 15+ years of construction management experience. I specialize in on-site, ground-up, wood frame, multifamily residential and mixed-use building industries.

Work Experience:

Construction Manager

Carney Contracting - Fairless Hills, PA

September 2021 – September 2022

• Managed the development of ECC, a 20,000 square foot agricultural and retail facility

• Obtained construction and building permits

• Assisted code officials and fire marshal during building process

• Reviewed the geo- tech report with the civil engineer to find the best type of building fit

• Provided pre-development input of construction techniques and job cost

• Created final project schedule with the owner and assisted with providing qualified trades for the bidding process

• Conducted material take-off prior to construction to create a budget. schedule subcontractors, purchase order deliveries, and verify quantities

• Responsible for planning, scheduling, code compliance, cost tracking and safety from conception to completion

• Created and implement site logistics plan

• Supervised and inspected all surveyor markers set by survey crew to ensure precise location of all groundwork

• Supervised and inspected all cast in place- pier, footing, foundation wall, steel frame, metal stud up fit installation

• Supervised and inspected excavation contractors for demolition, cuts, fills, trenches, bench, lifts, base, slopes, pitch, crown, berms, sub grade, finished grade for building footings/ foundation, parking, curbing, roadways, utilities, drainage, storm, sewer, irrigation, electrical and communication installation

• Supervised and inspected ironworkers for exterior roof panels, interior linear panel, purloin girts, eve struts, structural pipe, anchor bolts, trim, fasteners, bracing and proper hardware is installed according to code compliance

• Supervised and inspected framing contractors with installation of sill plates, anchor bolts, door bucks, header joists, bottom plates, jack studs, rough sills, head plates, corner posts, top plates, tie beams, struts, cripples, cornices, common rafters, peaks, out riggers, roof rafters, ceiling joists, collar beams, trusses, sheer walls, sheathing and proper hardware is installed according to code specifications

• Supervised and inspected MEP crews for safety, quality and code compliance

• Inspected fire stopping technicians to meet the required fire-resistance rating as defined by the building code and specific construction documents

• Assisted with OSHA inspections

• Monitored quality of workmanship and materials on project

• Supervised subcontractor submittals to construction and development departments

• Maintained weekly status and safety reports on project for supervisory review

• Directly supervised the activities of all foreman, field engineers, and general laborers

• Prepared and maintained the daily work log

• Created and managed RFI’s

• Reviewed and approved subcontractors’ and suppliers’ pay requests

• Demonstrated strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as strong communication and team building skills

• Ensured project compliance with all building codes and governing authorities’ requirements

• Supervised project close-out including finalizing As-Built and collecting close-out documents

• Conducted exit meeting with 3rd party inspectors Construction Manager

JMF Properties - Whippany, NJ

October 2016 - January 2021

• Managed the development of Quin Sleepy Hollow, Plainfield, NJ - A mid-rise, wood frame, multi family, 212 luxury residential apartments, clubroom, theater and fitness center

• Managed the development of Clarus Glen Ridge NJ - A mid-rise, wood frame, multi family, 110 luxury residential apartments and club room

• Managed the development of, Clarus Maplewood NJ - A mixed-use building. Residential component - 20 luxury apartments and upscale amenities. Commercial component, 3 businesses: The Cassidy Restaurant, BCB Bank and Starbucks with a concrete frame parking deck underneath.

• Managed all phases of each project from procurement to commission

• Obtained construction and building permits

• Assisted code officials and fire marshal during building process

• Responsible for leading one or more construction projects and for the overall management of the planning, scheduling, code compliance, cost tracking, safety, and completion of these projects.

• Responsible for directing and mentoring subcontractors and other on-site field staff with business management acumen

• Supervised the work of all working foreman and subcontractors

• Worked closely and diligently with civil engineer and architect to ensure quality and structural integrity.

• Conducted weekly tool time meetings.

• Maintained project goals, schedule, and overall quality of project

• Ensured project compliance with all building codes and governing authorities’ requirements

• Provided pre-development input of construction techniques and job cost

• Conducted material take-off prior to construction to schedule subcontractors, purchase order deliveries, and verify quantities

• Created final project schedule along with the director of construction and assisted with providing qualified trades for the bidding process

• Aided in compilation and reviewal of all subcontractor scopes

• Maintained weekly status and safety reports on project for supervisory review

• Directly supervised the activities of all foreman, field engineers, and general laborers

• Prepared and maintained the daily work log

• Created and managed RFI’s

• Monitored execution of punch lists & quality control

• Conducted walk through inspections with inspector and MEP/Structural trade foreman

• Organized and executed schedule and safety meetings with subcontractors

• Promoted safety on the projects and monitored subcontractors’ work was in compliance with the comprehensive project safety program

• Assisted with OSHA inspections

• Conducted exit meeting with 3rd party inspectors

• Supervised project close-out including finalizing As-Built and collecting close-out documents

• Created and implemented site logistics plan

• Ensured and maintained As-Built, SWPPP and BMP mapping and methods for EPA inspection

• Supervised MEP crews for safety, quality and code compliance.

• Supervised excavation crews for demolition, cuts, fills, trenches, bench, lifts, base, slopes, pitch, crown, berms, sub grade, finished grade for building footings/ foundation, parking decks, curbing, roadways, utilities, drainage, storm, sewer, irrigation, electrical and communication install

• Supervised framing foreman with installation of sill plates, anchor bolts, door bucks, header joists, bottom plates, jack studs, rough sills, head plates, corner posts, top plates, tie beams, struts, cripples, cornices, common rafters, peaks, out riggers, roof rafters, ceiling joists, collar beams, trusses, sheer walls, sheathing and proper hardware according to specifications

• Inspected fire stopping technicians to meet the required fire-resistance rating as defined by the building code and specific construction documents for all building’s Construction Manager

North Jersey Construction - Fairfield, NJ

March 2007 - August 2016

• Managed excavation crew, supervising demolition, cuts, fills, trenches, bench, lifts, base, slopes, pitch, crown, berms, sub grade, finished grade for building footings/ foundation, parking decks, curbing, roadways, utilities, drainage, storm, sewer, irrigation, electrical and communication install

• Reviewed site plans and blueprints to initiate workflow and logistics plan.

• Coordinated daily tasks according to priorities and plans, making changes when necessary due to weather, supply, delivery and personnel.

• Delegated individual responsibilities and projects to crew members and contractors

• Recruited, hired, trained, managed and mentored employees and contractors

• Provided adequate resources and staffing to meet project schedules, laws, regulations, best practices and safety needs

• Initiated safe use of tools, machinery and equipment while providing training on safety gear, helmets and procedures

• Conducted and documented weekly “SWPPP” and BMP mapping for EPA inspections

• Developed and managed project budgets and quality standards for all sites

• Regularly reported project status to supervisors, site engineers and other officials

• Managed a team of workers, including work schedules, project progress and resource allocation

• Coordinated materials and equipment delivery with vendors and suppliers

• Maintained a daily log for the job site’s operations, reporting to management as necessary

• Made changes in the operation as necessary to best meet construction deadlines

• Implemented management techniques that are cost-effective and efficient Construction Worker

North Jersey Construction - Fairfield, NJ

January 2000 - March 2007

• Worked under site foreman on an excavation crew and learned demolition, cuts, fills, trenches, bench, lifts, base, slopes, pitch, crown, berms, sub grade, finished grade for building footings, wall foundation, parking decks, curbing, roadways, utilities, drainage, sewer, irrigation, electrical and communication install

• Worked under MEP foreman, and learned about safety, quality and code compliance.

• Built wood forms and set re-bar according to blueprint specifications for all concrete applications

• Worked with geo-tech engineers and excavators for proper bridging for all structural ground work

• Operated equipment and heavy machinery used in construction sites

• Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and metal door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.

• Operated drills, paving breakers, powered abrasive saws, demo saws, grinders to cut bricks, concrete, and rebar.

• Operated tamper and other power equipment to compact materials and create level bases

• Prepared and poured, foundations, footings, concrete pads and foundation walls

• Measured, mapped and set metal leveling plates, at precise location and elevation, in concrete pad to receive steel column support

• Cut expansion joints on concrete pads properly and with precision

• Assisted in the installation of concrete-pads, steps, landings, stair-wells, elevator-shafts, exterior walls, step walls, haunch walls and retaining walls

• Mixed mortar to lay bricks, block, stone, concrete sidewalks and garage floors.

• Prepared, poured and waterproofed, gyp-crete (gypsum floor underlayment), to receive final flooring

• Assisted in the installation of tile, marble, granite floors, walls, bathrooms, kitchen countertops and backsplash

• Installed silt fence for soil containment

• Assisted craft workers such as framers, carpenters, electricians, plumbers and masons with their duties

• Assisted in the installation of sanitary piping from utility to main

• Assisted in the installation gas lines from utility to main

• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings

• Assisted in the installation of fire pump installation for fire suppression system

• Assisted in the installation of appliances like washers, dryers, water heaters, filters and dishwashers, with correct settings to maximize performance

• Assisted in the installation of sill plates, anchor bolts, door bucks, header joists, bottom plates, jack studs, rough sills, head plates, corner posts, top plates, tie beams, struts, cripples, cornices, common rafters, peaks, out riggers, roof rafters, ceiling joists, collar beams, sheer walls and sheathing with proper hardware according to specifications

• Safely set up scaffolding, gang ladders, perimeter railings, fall protection and temporary covers, according to OSHA standards

• Assisted in the installation of indoor and outdoor lighting

• Assisted in the installation of heating/ cooling units from panel to thermostat

• Assisted in the installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code

• Assisted in the installation of electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers

• Assisted in the installation electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls

• Assisted in the installation of various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways

• Assisted in the installation of fire stopping to meet the required fire-resistance rating as defined by the building code and specific construction documents for new and remodeled buildings Land Surveyor

Donofrio Associates - Florham Park, NJ

February 1997 - October 1999

• Prepared a surveyor's map and written reports clearly depicting boundaries, landmarks and notable geographical features

• Gathered, organized and modeled data for survey reports and presentations

• Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations using a total station

• Performed field calculations to complete assessments

• Consulted public records and contacted previous owners to conduct research on ownership, usage and zoning history

• Compiled measurement and marker data from plats and drawings using public records to determine geographical boundaries of land parcels and utility locations

• Located monuments and natural geographical features to report on legal boundaries of commercial lots using metes-and-bounds method

• Coordinated with architects, developers and inspectors in developing new construction designs for commercial, residential and industrial developments

• Advised architects, contractors and engineers on ideal structure placement given drainage patterns, hydrology and topographical factors

• Measured and marked property lines and key topographic features using a total station

• Completed complex technical surveys for development of buildings and roadways Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology DeVry University - Woodbridge, N.J.

January 1992 - May 1996

Construction Management Certification

Essex County Collage

January 1989 - May 1991

Certifications

ISEI - OSHA 10/30 Hour Certification

Skills

• Reading Blueprints

• Complex Problem

Solver

• Multi-Dimensional

Thinker

• Project Scheduling

• Organization and

Time Management

• Document Review

• Leadership

• Training &

Development

• Building

• Demolition and

Renovation

• Construction

management

• Construction

• OSHA

• Land surveying

• Multifamily

construction

• Carpentry

• Frame carpentry

• Low voltage

• HVAC

• Roofing

• Drywall

• QA/QC

• Plumbing

• Trim carpentry

• Electrical experience

• Project management

• Contracts

• Process management

• Project management

methodology

• Construction

estimating

• Project planning

• Masonry

• Paving

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