Project Manager/Lead Carpenter

Duane Adams

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OBJECTIVE CARPENTRY/CONSTRUCTION

A position where proven carpentry and construction skills would be of value

EXPERIENCE Skilled in carpentry, woodworking, and cabinetry, including project supervision from excavation to trim.

Train and supervise work crews in commercial/residential remodeling and new construction projects; coordinate schedules and all trades.

Order materials and supplies; handle vendor/customer relations and quality control.

EMPLOYMENT Dexter Builders, Dexter, MI 2007-Present

Small Projects Manager

Responsible for everything from initial client consultations to final punch list. Duties include estimating, design, scheduling, and labor if I choose to do so. Responsible for all paperwork including contracts, change-orders, building permits, sub-contractor agreements, all invoicing and billings.

Alpha Remodeling, Ann Arbor, MI 2004-2007

Project Manager

Employed by the largest remodeling company in Washtenaw County. Duties included working on proposals, estimates, all paperwork associated with managing a client and jobsite. Completed weekly budget and scheduling reports, and held weekly team meetings. We were held accountable for client satisfaction, and received weekly ratings from all clients. Was also held accountable for schedules and budgets, and they were also included in the weekly rating. Ordered materials and worked closely with suppliers to get the best price possible. Wrote and processed all change orders and met with lead carpenters to insure the project was meeting schedule and budget goals. I ran the 24 hour emergency response team and was on call 24/7. Elected to the board of advisors by my production team.

Completed hundreds of projects, including:

• $450,000 fire restoration on the U of M campus.

• Several projects with budgets over $200,000.

• Managed a 12,000 SF fraternity house, responsible for weekly reports and all maintenance related to the house, including move-in and move-out.

• Production coordinator for our small projects division.

• Managed set up and break down of 800 SF display at local remodeling shows.

MBK Constructors, Ann Arbor, MI 1997-2002

Lead Carpenter

Working supervisor critically involved in the daily operations of remodeling projects with budgets to $250,000. Duties included scheduling and consulting with sub-contractors, ordering and procuring materials, meeting with homeowners/Architects, as well as supervising and delegating duties to carpenters and laborers. I also handled all paperwork pertaining to the job and employees, including approving time sheets, change orders, design changes, and disciplinary actions. I was a self-sufficient lead carpenter and ran a clean, safe job site. I delivered a quality job, on time and under budget to happy homeowners.

Withrow Building Company, Chelsea, MI 1995-1997

Carpenter

Full service remodeling company, specializing in custom milled trim and woodwork. Operated all required tools, including planer, shaper, lathe, table saw, and various sanders. Gained considerable experience working full time while going to college full time.

United Roofing and Siding, Saline, MI 1991-1995

Carpenter

Specialized in roofing and siding, as well as full service remodeling. Operated company vehicles and worked unsupervised.

PERSONAL Highly self-motivated and professional.

Willing to begin at entry level and advance with a well-run company.

Honorable discharge from the US Army 1993. Numerous awards and achievement medals.

Education Construction Management 1996-1997

Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI, GPA 4.0 – One year completed towards Associates Degree. I was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Dean’s list all semesters. I had extensive class theory inarchitecture,drafting and construction estimating.

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