David Allison Email & Phone Number

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Supervised a team for trades made up of Carpenters, drywallers, painters and cabinet makers to complete repairs to homes and businesses effected by water, fire, vandalism etc.• Negotiated pricing with vendors to optimize profits. • Coach and trained team members on correct products and procedures to ensure a successful project.• Managed schedule of trades to ensure skill set of trade and timelines were correct for a project.• Maintained inventory levels to reduce unnecessary purchases and maximize profits.• Excellent Knowledge of framing, insulation, drywall, painting, windows, doors, finishing, cabinetry, HVAC, plumbing, Electrical and building codes.• Familiar with several internal and external software such as Xactimate, Dash, Excel, Power Point, Word, Encircle and Float.

Winnipeg, Canada Area

• Performed sales presentations to Engineers and Contractor on Boilers, HVAC Controls and pumps.• Collaborated with Engineers and Mechanical design build firms to secure product specification on current and future projects.• Performed on site start ups and technical assistance for local contractors.• Attended trade shows to increase market presence.• Built customer relations through special events.

Winnipeg

• Managed projects residential and commercial renovations and responsible for estimating, procurement, scheduling, quality control and Invoicing.• Managed sub trades such as Electrical and plumbing to maintain timelines and quality.• Maintained accounting including payroll, vendor payment and capitol equipment.• Trained, mentored and coach a team of carpenters.• Built a large customer base through quality work and reliability.

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Performed sales presentations to Architects and Designers for commercial carpet, carpet tile and hard surface flooring products.• Responsible for Sales growth and Customer acquisition in Northwest Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.• Built relationships with local dealers such as Curtis Carpets, The Floor Show, Antex Western, Bill Knight Flooring to grow sales.• Offered technical support through on site visits and presentations.

• Performed sales presentation on over 30 HVAC related products to increase sales.• Attended trade shows to increase market presence.• Provided technical support for products.• Built relationships with Contractor and Wholesalers in Northwest Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

• Collaborated with Engineers, End users and Mechanical Contractors to secure specifications on current and future projects involving industrial valves.• Traveled to remote site such and Mines and pulp and paper mills to provide solutions and on-site training which resulted in securing several supply contracts.• Introduced new products to clients.• Built relationships through various social activities.

Managed building and Millwork department. Key holding/Duty Manager responsibilities. Help to coach, train and delevop associates