Construction project manager

JAMES KAUTH

**** **** *** ****, ******* Point, WI 54481

715-***-**** • *********@*****.***

CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT

Dedicated construction superintendent with 20+ years' experience leading complex, high value construction projects from concept to completion in the industrial and commercial construction sectors. Reliable project manager adept at multi-tasking while delivering projects on time, on scope and on budget. Excels at solving construction challenges while ensuring compliance with all safety regulations. Respected team leader skilled at working with clients, engineers, contractors and field workers to deliver success.

Construction Project Management • Industrial/Commercial Construction • Power Generation • Food Service

Contractor Management • Safety • Compliance • Structural Welding • Cement Finishing • Scaffold Safety

Field Supervision • Team Leadership • Client Relations • Scheduling • Site Planning/Logistics

Problem Solving • Process Improvements • Mentoring/Training

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MIRON CONSTRUCTION, Neenah, WI

General Superintendent, 2007-present

Supervise and lead multiple complex construction projects in the electrical power generation, food service and other industrial and commercial sectors. Liaise with project manager and client to implement scope changes and meet client's schedule and budget goals while improving profitability. Recruit and train sub-contractors and construction workers. Ensure compliance with OSHA safety guidelines and other legal requirements sitewide. Research and implement improvements in construction safety standards.

Key Projects and Achievements

• Industrial project to install foundations for new SCR system for Alliant Energy.

• Project to rebuild second floor of Bay Valley Foods, IA after dryer explosion; included machinery installation.

• Commercial construction of warehouse and retail.

• Devised and implemented accurate system for anchor bolt installation, avoiding the need to rework.

• Supervised successful mass concrete pour of 2,000 yards in a single day.

• Most work has been done from a traveling capacity.

NORCON CORPORATION INC, Wausau, WI

Field Superintendent, 2006-2007

Manage a range of industrial and commercial construction projects, working with engineers, architects, sub-contractors and others to deliver success. Assisted with scheduling and materials procurement for all projects, ensuring delivery on time and on budget. Delivered excellence in project planning and handled project buyouts.

Key Achievements

• Recruited and hired local sub-contractors and employees to meet staffing goals and deliver project success.

• Requested and obtained all necessary Department of Homeland Security work clearances for major construction project.

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Superintendent, ELLIS STONE, Stevens Point, WI, 2003-2006

• Established and delivered excellence in concrete and steel construction for major commercial construction projects.

Project Manager/Superintendent, GLADSTONE CONSTRUCTION INC, St Paul, MN, 2002-2003

• Initiated and led the preforming concrete division, successfully meeting all first year financial goals despite poor economic conditions. Project managed construction tasks, prepared estimates and bids and supervised team of field employees.

Prior to 2002

Owner, SCANDY CONCRETE INC, Minneapolis, MN

• Boosted annual sales while successfully working on multiple simultaneous projects and sites, while delivering value to customers and clients. Prepared and won bids for commercial, industrial and residential projects. Oversaw projects from beginning to end, working in excavation, concrete, masonry and steel erection.

Millwright, ALLTECH ENGINEERING INC, St Paul, MN

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

Civil Engineering Studies, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

Certified Structural Welder, State of Wisconsin

OSHA-30 Certification

MSHA Certified

Certified Master Cement Finisher/Cement Mason (St. Paul, MN)

Scaffold Safety Certification

Commercial Driver's License

Millwright Apprenticeship Completed in 1992 through Millwright Local 548 St. Paul, MN

REFERENCES (Professional)

Guy Kiser – VP, Miron Construction - 715-***-****

Mike Brooks – Superintendent, Miron Construction 715-***-****

REFERENCES (Personal)

Matt Houck - 715-***-****

Kevin Flaherty - 715-***-****

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