Project Manager

KEVIN S. BATES

**** ***** ***** • Deltona, Florida 32738

***********@*****.*** • Cell: 386-***-**** • Home: 386-***-****

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Project Manager • Operations Manager • Superintendent

Well-respected Construction Management Professional with proven accomplishment leading all phases of large-scale construction projects. Results-oriented, decisive leader adept at directing cross-functional work teams and subcontractors to ensure on-time, under-budget project completion. Communicate effectively with all levels of management, staff and external resources; skilled at facilitating collaboration between all groups to create a highly-productive work environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Planning

• Project Management

• Cross-Functional Work Teams • Estimates & Bids

• Staffing & Scheduling

• Site Management • Budgets & Billing

• Supplier Procurement

• Subcontractor Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ORLANDO PAVING COMPANY – HUBBARD GROUP — Orlando, Florida 2007 to 2010

Project Manager

Led FDOT, county, city and private construction projects from pre-construction to final acceptance to ensure on-time, under-budget delivery of high-quality projects that met each client’s specific needs. Crafted strategic plans encompassing technique, financial and operational aspects of each project, and created estimates and bids. Procured suppliers and subcontractors, created weekly crew schedule and supervised all onsite workers to ensure optimal work quality and safety.

Key Achievements:

 Exceeded profit margins up to 30% on several paving projects through effective planning and resource allocation.

 Generated extra $350,000 on a project by optimizing crew time, documentation and specs.

 Discovered 100+ tons of asphalt incorrectly documented on a project.

 Substantially increased company revenue by establishing strong relationships with clients.

 Maintained DOT CPPR Scores from mid 90's to 104 on all projects completed.

BLUE OX ENTERPRISES, INC. — Longwood, Florida 2006 to 2007

Project Superintendent

Oversaw full scope of numerous single- and multi-family subdivision projects from site clearing to final sign off. Scope of projects included earthwork, site utility installation, concrete, paving and final completion. Effectively managed multiple crews and subcontractors during all project phases, and kept open lines of communication with office staff, on-site crews and external contacts.

APAC-SOUTHEAST — Orlando, Florida 1991 to 2006

Held a series of progressively-challenging management positions for one of the largest transportation construction contractors in the United States.

Project Manager (2002 to 2006)

Effectively managed multiple projects simultaneously, planning and scheduling completion of large-scale construction projects. As prime contractor, managed a cross-functional work team as well as subcontractors, and facilitated seamless communication between owner representatives, engineers, inspectors, construction crews and office employees. Obtained approval for subcontractors, and coordinated billing with division offices.

Key Achievement:

 Consistently maintained DOT CPPR Scores between 90 and100.

Project Superintendent / Party Chief Surveyor (1991 to 2002)

Initially hired as a Surveyor, provided accurate layouts and measurements for wide variety of paving projects. After earning promotion to Project Superintendent, led a team of 15-20 employees, along with subcontractors, to ensure project completion within time and budget guidelines. Collaborated with general superintendent for on-site planning / scheduling, and supervised construction.

Key Achievements:

 Quickly earned recognition for outstanding performance, earning promotion in the first year.

 Played a pivotal role in large-scale construction of two new asphalt plants.

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Earlier experience as Party Chief, Instrument Man and Rodman for Steinman & Associates.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Current Certifications:

FDOT Construction Training Qualification Program

QC Manager ~ Asphalt Paving Technician - Levels 1 & 2 ~ Asphalt Plant - Level 1

Department of Environmental Protection

Qualified Storm Water Management Inspector

American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA)

Certified Traffic Control Supervisor (national) ~ Florida Advanced Work Zone Supervisor

10 Hr OSHA Training Course Certification

Trench Safety Certification

Technical Proficiencies:

Primavera Contractor Scheduling Software

HCSS (Heavy Bid Software)

KHEOPS (Financial Management Program)

Security Clearance:

Former security clearance (OIA)

FBI criminal background check and fingerprinting

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