PAUL (PAOLO) R. BENEDETTI

P.O. Box *** Cell 408-***-****

Morgan Hill, California 95038-0130 vxv0ud@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER Industry expert with an 20-year track record of successfully managing & delivering multi-million dollar

SUMMARY commercial & residential construction projects from concept to completion, on-schedule and under-budget.

Possesses an extensive post-graduate education, an excellent knowledge of construction practices, material science, codes and regulations. Willing to relocate for Domestic or International projects.

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science - Business Management - San Jose State University (1992)

General Contractor and Swimming Pool Contractor (licensed 4/1996)

Over 2000+ hours of advanced specialized training: permitting, code(s) compliance & design review; commercial & residential construction; swimming pool design and construction; structural engineering; geology and soil surcharges; plumbing, hydraulics, & system design; electrical, gas, plumbing, & mechanical engineering & design; water chemistry management; computerized & automated control systems; tile, masonry, stone, coping, and plaster installation & repair; concrete construction – foundations, retaining walls, flatwork & floors, decorative concrete, drilled caissons & grade beams; HVAC, dehumidifiers & air handling; fiber optic lighting; ozone generators; solar heating and power; color theory & design; architecture nomenclature; landscape lighting techniques; commercial & public fountain design and installation; commercial & public facilities; ADA regulations & compliance; hazardous materials handling & storage, concrete science, mix designs and waterproofing methodologies; materials science, evaluation & testing; jobsite safety & OSHA compliance; science of glass tile manufacturing; erosion control practices.

EXPERIENCE

12/1993 – Present Aquatic Technology Pool & Spa, Morgan Hill, California

Founder, Principal & Designer

• I founded this internationally recognized design & build firm that specializes in complex hillside, architecturally detailed, and swimming pool construction.

• I sit on the board that writes & edits the contractors licensing exams for the California State Contractors License Board and have been designated a “Subject Matter Expert.”

• I instructed at International Design & Construction Schools, Trade Shows & Seminars.

• I am the inventor and pioneer of many new and innovative aquatic designs.

• I have conceived, designed & constructed a number of “world’s firsts” in the field of aquatic design, wherein I flawlessly merging multiple complex techniques & technologies.

• I am frequently featured in numerous international newspapers, publications & TV (60+) and am often quoted or resourced by technical or trade journals.

5/2010-2/2011 Paradise Pools and Gardens, Campbell, California

Construction Specifier, Field Supervisor, Project Estimator

• I interfaced with the owner’s representatives, architects & contractors to quantify project specifications & standards.

• I wrote construction budgets & proposals, based upon my plan & specification take-offs.

• I defined the scopes of work for, solicited and prepared bids from subcontractors.

• I supervised and managed construction projects, subcontractors and field staff.

• I performed quality control inspections to verify compliance with project standards.

• I specified, ordered & purchased materials to ensure just in time delivery.

• I drafted change orders and wrote responses to requests for information from contractors, government inspectors and owner’s representatives.

• I drew construction details and drawings for architects and field crews.

1980-1993 Executive Protection Services, Los Gatos, California

Owner, Security Consultant, Alarm/Access Control/CCTV Systems Designer & Installer

• I analyzed security threats, assessed lifestyle patterns and created a plan to mitigated identified risks.

• I designed and specified interior & exterior intrusion detection and fire alarm systems.

• I managed the installation of burglar & fire alarm systems, access control, CCTV, PBX telephones, and local area networks (intercom, music, computer).

Paul R. (Paolo) Benedetti

BREADTH OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

• I have successfully built commercial & residential projects including confidential projects for publicity shy and security conscience clients. I have managed projects that have exceeded $2M.

• I interviewed clientele to ascertain & understand their desires, lifestyle, budget & time constraints.

• I generated initial project designs, conceptual, elevation & cross-sectional drawings.

• I drew conceptual measured perspective drawings & architectural renderings, and presented them to clients for their approval.

• I developed design details to conceal obtrusive apparatus & fixtures.

• I designed various project related plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

• I calculated the plumbing system’s hydraulic performance (fluid dynamics) to ensure compliance with federal, state & local codes and standards [flow rates, line velocities, total dynamic head, pipe sizes, equipment & pump specifications].

• I drafted scaled plans for conversion into CAD.

• I authored project specific construction & installation procedures and standards.

• I design & supervised the installation of complex outdoor living environments (kitchens, fireplaces, pizza ovens); inter-active, automated & robotic water features & fountains; theatrical, landscape & security lighting (high & low voltage); outdoor sound systems & special effects (visual & auditory).

• I defined material performance specifications, globally sourced unique materials (e.g. architectural elements, stone, tiles), performed material testing to ensure suitability, and verified that delivered materials were in compliance with the project’s performance objectives.

• I met with material vendors, manufacturers, and artisans to ensure their compliance with project design specifications, budgetary parameters and delivery schedules.

• I verified that plans from outside sources were in compliance with local building codes and published industry trade standards & practices.

• I reviewed plans & specifications to assure that they were in compliance with various Federal, State, and local building codes, ordinances and industry guidelines (e.g. IBC/UBC, NEC, CBC, UPC, CFC, ADA, TCNA, ASME, ANSI, ACI, CPSC, CALTRANS, Title 24, etc.).

• I designated, designed & managed the installation of solar photovoltaic, fuel cells, geo-thermal and radiant heating systems to reduce reoccurring energy costs.

• I produced 3 dimensional layouts, plumbing & electrical schematics, and calculated electrical loads for equipment rooms and facilities to ensure the efficient use of space and maintenance accessibility.

• I formulated the criteria for & managed the installation of automated controls to ensure they seamless integrated with existing or proposed site automation & security systems (Lutron, Crestron, Homeworks, HVAC, LAN, etc.).

• I negotiated contracts, defined contract terms and payment schedules. I prepared contracts for execution, coordinated subcontractor agreements, insurance coverage’s and certificates, and prepared & tracked lien releases.

• I approved product samples & mock-ups, imported & tracked the production and shipments of unique and rare materials from overseas to ensure timely customs clearances and site delivery.

• I managed projects on-site to maintain quality workmanship, construction budgets & schedules, jobsite safety (CAL-OSHA), cleanliness & order and delivered bi-weekly safety briefings with field staff & subcontractors.

• I monitored subcontractor’s work to verify installation as per plans & specifications and according to project objectives & schedules.

• I managed & supervised complex hillside excavation, grading, terracing, drilling, shoring, benching, tiebacks, engineered fill, and drainage and erosion control measures.

• I researched & conceived of innovative solutions for project hindrances when necessary to maintain project design integrity, scheduling or budgets.

• I directed the construction of intricate hillside concrete structures that incorporated spread & trench footings, driven piles, stepped footings, grade beams, helical piers and poured in place caissons, utilizing portable & tower cranes and various heavy equipment.

• I performed civil layouts for site grading, drainage, elevations, excavation, trenching, boring or drilling.

• I ensured permitting & inspections were accomplished efficiently & timely.

• I maintained records of in-progress construction and variances drew final as-built drawings & wrote the accompanying project completion documentation.

• I have consulted in cases of alleged construction defects (by others); supervised destructive & non-destructive forensic testing; wrote inspection reports; coordinated attorneys, specialized experts, testing laboratories & engineers; and provided expert witness testimony.

Paul R. (Paolo) Benedetti

PERSONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• I have traveled the world extensively, where I have studied history, art and architecture.

• I have earned my 2nd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do & in Eskrima. I am currently training for my 3rd Degree Black Belt.

• I have performed charitable acts and have supported aquatics programs for the disabled for over 17+ years:

o I sought donations and orchestrated a $160,000 remodel of the two swimming pools at the Camp Costanoan Summer Camp, Santa Clara County Crippled Children’s Society’s (VIA Rehabilitation) Cupertino, CA (1994).

o I have provided continuous financial, technical and material support of the Camp Costanoan swim programs to minimize their expenditures. I provide everything but the power & water (1994-present).

o I designed a wheelchair accessible therapy spa for the Easter Seals Society – Timpany Center, San Jose, CA. On their behalf, I drafted and applied for various financial grants to fund the construction. After successfully receiving funding, I managed & built the spa pro-bono (1997).

o I consulted with and designed a glass tile mosaic immersion baptismal font that is the focal point for St. Benedict’s Catholic Church (Monterey, CA Diocese). I am currently constructing the project gratuitous (2010-present).

o I routinely perform gratis maintenance services for the local Schools, Little League & Karate Studio.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

• California State Licensed Contractor, #721117, B (General Contractor) & C-53 (Pool Construction)

• Certified Designer – Society of Watershapes Designers, Certification #009

• Platinum Member – Genesis 3 Design Group

• Calif. State Contractors Licensing Board – designated “Subject Matter Expert” in 2001.

• National Swimming Pool Foundation, Instructor’s Certification - C.P.O., February 2010.

• Hadco Architectural & Landscape Lighting Academy - Factory Certified, May 2001.

• Polyethelyne (Upnor) & Flexible metallic tubing (Gastite): Installation Instructor/Certifier - 1999.

• Teledyne-Laars Factory Boiler/Heater Installation/Repair Training Program: 1994, 1997.

• IPSSA Water Chemistry Certified: 1995.

• Hayward Pool Products - Elite Builder since 1994.

• National Swimming Pool Foundation, Certified Pool Operator, 5/1995, recertified: 1/2010, #95-63674

• Prior Security Clearance: TS/LSI-Poly (Exp. 1992, U.S. - DOJ)

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