Construction Manager, Superintendent, Project Manager

Objective

To obtain a position that will utilize my skills and abilities as well as allow me the opportunity to learn and grow.

Experience

Canac Kitchens (a Kohler company) - Elk Grove Village, IL

Project Manager (Toronto, Canada) February 2009 to May 2009

• Oversaw completion of 3200 kitchen projects interacting with 10 builders addressing quality concerns and installation deadlines.

• Transitioned warranty obligations to subcontracting company, Northern Finishing Group.

Carpenter June 2004 to February 2009

• Lead carpenter of 12 installers on large residential condominium projects.

• Canac retail store build outs in Chicago IL, Kohler WI , and Tempe AZ which included installation of interior wall systems cabinets, wall and floor tile, interior trim, doors, countertops, and signage.

• Layout and installation of custom cabinetry in the Midwest region and Arizona.

• Provide layout suggestions during final kitchen design meetings.

• Retail installations at individual home sites recommending solutions for optimal design with contractors and designers.

• Extensive travel to turnaround projects requiring carpenter training, problem solving, and installation to meet strict deadlines.

• Coordinate safety programs on job sites.

Service Technician May 2003 to June 2004

• Conducted meetings with builders and homeowners to address cabinet concerns and develop quality solutions.

• Identified and secured replacement service parts by completing service paperwork to ensure timely resolution to cabinet issues.

• Traveled to jobsites in the Midwest region.

Baehr Construction - Addison, IL

Carpenter October 1997 to May 2003

• Installed architectural millwork, metal studs, drywall, commercials doors, ceiling grid systems and wall and floor tile.

• Installed commercial countertops including laminate, solid surface and stainless steel.

• Performed field measurements and prepared templates for customer cabinet and countertop needs.

• Deciphered architectural blueprints for construction and installation of cabinets and countertops.

• Prepared and finalized material lists to ensure accurate ordering.

• Built, setup, and tear down of tradeshow booths and displays meeting strict deadlines.

• Conducted punch list work to ensure requirements were satisfied for Health Department audits.

• Installed and replaced company signage for White Hen Pantry.

• Performed commercial building maintenance including minor electrical, plumbing, paint and general carpentry.

• Operated and maintained all tools in a complete mill shop.

Accurate Custom Cabinets - Addison, IL

Cabinet Maker June 1997 to October 1997

• Interpreted architectural blueprints for measuring, assembly and cutting all facets of millwork.

• Creation and assembly of laminate countertops.

Affiliations

Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters, member since June 2004

Certifications

OSHA 30-hour Card Hilti and ITW Ramset – Powder Actuated Tool Cards Ubc Aerial Lift Operator Card

Ubc Scaffold Erector Card Ubc Best Practices In Hospital Construction Card Cpr card

Education

College of DuPage, 2000 to 2001 Willowbrook High School, June 1997

General education classes High School Diploma

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