Project Manager/Estimator

Craig A. Patton

**** ******* **. ***** ****, IN *6614 574-***-****

************@*******.*** http://www.linkedin.com/pub/craig-patton/15/b9a/461

EXECUTIVE

SUMMARY:

Self-starting, goal-oriented strategist whose confidence, perseverance and vision promote success.

Major strengths in planning, problem solving and communication.

Skilled at organizing complex projects, defining project priorities, and delegating tasks.

Excel at directing a cohesive staff in the successful attainment of objectives.

EXPERIENCE:

Delco Inc. Michigan City, IN

Project Manager/Estimator 11/2010 to Current

Executed daily operations of project management and estimating costs for construction projects.

Recommended measures to improve production methods and equipment performance to increase efficiency and safety.

Was instrumental in managing projects cost effectively at a high level of productivity.

Trained and managed skilled construction trade employees to achieve improvements in their productivity and quality.

Suggested and initiated personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers and hires.

Supervised and coordinated project schedules in the construction industry.

Coordinated and maintained meetings, schedules, and documents for projects.

Performed project set up, contract agreements, approved project changes and management.

Conferred with staff and worker to ensure production and personnel were resolved.

Analyzed and resolved worker problems and recommended motivational plans.

Structured and maintained work relationships with clients.

Examined and inspected work progress, equipment and construction sites to verify safety and ensure that specifications were met.

Performed sales calls and sales meetings.

Determined sales quotas for HVAC and plumbing equipment to industrial, commercial, and institutional clients.

Researched specifications, blueprints, product data, and technical manuals for project requirements.

Analyzed cost and labor analysis for sales and projects to achieve profits and budgets.

Michiana Contracting, Inc. Plymouth, IN

Project Manager/Estimator 9/1997 to 11/2010

Executed daily operations in the Mechanical Division for a commercial contracting firm

Estimated, designed, and managed all mechanical projects

Interpreted and explained plans and contract terms to administrative staff, employees, and client

Trained and managed up to 12-15 apprentices, journeyman, and subcontractors, and achieved significant improvements in their productivity.

Suggested and initiated personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers and hires.

Structured and maintained a high level of professionalism with clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors

Profit and loss responsibilities

EDUCATION:

Indiana Wesleyan University Marion, IN

Master in Business Administration (MBA), Expected 2012

Major in Applied Management

Bethel College Mishawaka, IN

Bachelor in Applied Science, Major is Organizational Management 2008

Ivy Tech State College South Bend, IN

Associate in Applied Science, Major Industrial Technology 1997

ADDITIONAL

TRAINING:

Purdue University Sales/Project Manager Certificate

EPA Refrigeration Certificate

Mechanical Service and Sales Training through various vendors

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Instructor Certification

Plumbing/Heating/Cooling (PHC) Contractors Association Certified

Instructor

City of South Bend Sales and Marketing Course

COMMUNITY:

Southgate Community Church

United Way Volunteer/Alexis Coquillard Member

Habitat for Humanity

LICENSE:

Plumbing Contractor License

Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A

Lake County HVAC License

REFERENCES:

Available upon request

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