Experienced Construction Specialist with 27 Years

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Rodney Ulmer

DOB **/21/1971

Phone 816-***-****

EXPERIENCED CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST

Kansas City Metro Area

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Senior Multi-Phase Tradesman with 27 years of

experience in the Kansas City construction industry. A

"dirt-to-finish" specialist with career-spanning

expertise as a Laborer (Local 1290), Operating

Engineer (Local 101), and Cement Mason (Local 518). Proven track record on the region's most complex

landmark projects, including high-profile municipal expansions, correctional facilities, and massive

corporate campuses. Expert in coordinating across

trades to ensure structural integrity and premium

finish quality.

SIGNATURE PROJECTS

* KC Streetcar Expansion (Main Street Extension):

Integral role in the multi-mile expansion; managed critical concrete pours, finish work, and site

coordination in high-traffic urban environments.

* Jackson County Adult Detention Center:

Contributed to the ground-up development of the

new facility, involving extensive site prep, structural foundations, and specialized masonry.

* Sprint World Headquarters Campus (Aspiria):

Involved in the massive original build of the 200-acre campus, contributing to the parking structures and building complex through site excavation and

concrete infrastructure.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OPCMIA Local 518 Journeyman Cement Mason 2011 –

Present (15 Years)

* Lead finisher for large-scale commercial and

municipal projects, including the KC Streetcar Main Street Extension.

* Mastery of screeding, power-troweling, and

decorative finishing for structural slabs and public infrastructure.

* Expert at managing high-volume pours and

ensuring ADA compliance on complex city projects.

IUOE Local 101 Operating Engineer 2004 – 2011 (7 Years)

* Heavy equipment specialist for major regional

developments.

* Performed mass excavation, precision grading, and trenching for underground utilities.

* Maintained and operated excavators, dozers, and

loaders on high-pressure, fast-track job sites like the Jackson County Detention Center.

Laborers’ Local 1290 Construction Laborer 1999 – 2004 (5 Years)

* Handled the "breaking dirt" phase for the Sprint Campus and other major industrial builds.

* Gained foundational expertise in demolition, site clearing, and structural support.

* Coordinated with foremen to manage material

logistics and site safety for large crews.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & UNION AFFILIATIONS

* Concrete: Structural slabs, curb & gutter, sidewalks, specialized finishes, and restoration.

* Equipment: Excavators, Backhoes, Front-end

Loaders, Skid Steers, and Roll-off Trucks.

* Site Management: Blueprint reading, transit/level operation, and "Phase-Zero" site prep.

* Active Membership: OPCMIA Local 518 (Current);

Past Member: IUOE 101, Laborers 1290.

* Safety: OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety, First

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