Project Manager Quality Assurance

HOWARD L. RICH

**** ******** **. ***********, **. 32312 -- wuq12b@r.postjobfree.com – 850-***-**** -- 305-***-****

Architectural Woodworker/ General Manager/ Project Manager with more than 30 years expertise in high-end commercial and residential custom woodworking operations. Seeking a position with a reputable commercial or residential Millwork related organization.

PROFILE

Extensive experience in all areas of Woodworking, Millwork and Cabinet Manufacturing operations. Apprenticed under strict European supervision. Performance record reflects increased productivity, cost-effective systems, continuous process improvements, stability and positive employee relations. Capable of building strong and enduring relationships with skilled staff, vendors and customers at all levels. Recognized for new business development and the ability to utilize available means and equipment.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Operations Management Team Building/Leadership P&L Control/Budgeting

Policies & Procedures Inventory Control Quality Assurance

Problem Resolution Customer Relations/Management Contract Negotiations

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Rich Wood Turning & Stairworks, Miami, FL: Owner/Operations Manager (1977- 2008)

A leading provider of high quality architectural woodwork, unique monumental staircases, woodturning, custom furniture, and other custom creations.

Established and managed a highly successful Manufacturing business through product planning and design, manufacturing operations, marketing and sales, financials, and the development and maintenance of client relationships and other key industry contacts.

Increased annual sales while boosting profit margins as well.

Served in many capacities including: designer, contract administrator, estimator, manufacturer, field supervisor, installer, furniture maker, bench man, turner, carver, stair builder and installer.

Routinely verified dimensions and the quality and fit of components in order to ensure adherence to specifications.

Managed all activities performed by 25-50 highly skilled employees plus numerous manufacturing sub-contactors.

NOTABLE PROJECTS

Government: Florida State Capital, Mississippi State Capital, Texas State Capital, Historic Bahamian Art Museam, Viscaya, National Palace (Haiti)

Commercial: J.W. Marriott Hotel, Hilton Hotel, Intercontinental Hotel, Ralph Lauren Retail (Palm Beach), Touche Ross, Capital Grill, Paramount Studios, and various law firm interiors and courtrooms.

Celebrity Residential: Sylvester Stallone, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Cher, Julio Iglesias, Madonna, Lenny Kravitz, Robbin Gibb & Maurice Gibb (The Bee Gees), John Secada, Tom Dowd, Casa Versace

Project values have ranged from $10,000 to $1.5 Million

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Certified General Contractor’s License (Florida)

Director A.W.I. 1985-90

Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish.

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