Derek Thomas Email & Phone Number

Mississauga, On, Ca

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

• Consulted with potential clients to determine how company could best meet needs.• Made financial and logistics decisions in best interest of company.• Assessed quality and approved work before releasing to clients.• Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.• Created drawings in 20/20 for customers• Managed financial functions such as operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll using QuickBooks• Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.• Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.• Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.• Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.• Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing strategies.• Used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.• Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.• Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.• Installed building structures such as windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.• Framed new construction of basement homes• Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.• Installed backsplash and tile flooring• Installed Hardwood and laminate flooring• Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.• Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions.• Maintained functional and orderly building areas to deliver professional appeal to customers.• Trained, and supervised contractors• Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.• Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.• Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

• Operating all major power & hand tools/heavy and light equipment.• Installed Kitchen countertops• Measured kitchens and bathrooms for installCo-ordinated materials and dates with contractors for install• Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.• Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.• Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.• Monitored job site parts and equipment.• Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.• Diagnosed and corrected equipment and machinery malfunctions.• Sourced reliable, high-quality project materials.• Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.• Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.