Harold Watson Email & Phone Number

United States

Prepares and/or reviews plans and specifications and estimates project costs using knowledge of labor, material, and equipment requirements; establishes work plan and costs for each phase of project and writes technical descriptions specifying material qualities, quantities, and properties and procedural requirements; reviews housing project proposals and plans developed by contractors to determine time frame, costs, staffing requirements, methods and procedures for accomplishment of project.Establishes and maintains internal operating and construction procedures consistent with City Code, State and Federal regulations.Coordinates bid process for general contractors to perform housing rehabilitation work; submits completed and approved bid packages for contractors bids and supplies list of approved contractors.Oversees and inspects all housing projects work in progress at construction sites to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, City codes, accepted industry practices, and established schedules; consults with and advises contractors regarding progress, plan changes, and/or problems. Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget; reviews applications for contract payments, verifies accuracy of contract payments, verifies accuracy of amount due and work completed and recommends approval/disapproval of payment requests.Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of all housing programs regarding construction and recommends appropriate changes.Maintains project files reflecting construction and inspection activities; prepares monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports for Federal, State and local departments and agencies; operates personal computer.Design, develop and implement the policies and procedures for the rehabilitation program.Responsible for developing and managing the annual budget for housing development projects.

United States

A professionally duly licensed individual responsible for providing examinations of construction documents and specifications for new commercial and residential buildings and structures, as well as alteration, additions, and repairs. Required to display the aptitude to interpret and apply an extensive variety of technical instructions including constructions provisions, engineering specifications, statues, administrative rules, and multiple building code requirements. Provides guidance and support to building inspectors during all construction phases, including examination for all construction revisions for sustained compliance.Provides counsel to designs professionals such as architects, engineers, and interior designers as well as owners and code compliance specialist. Works closely with the chief plans examiner, building official and city administrators to provide resolutions for complex and cumbersome design and construction issues.

Leading and managing the on-site construction team.Coordinating and overseeing all work on site.Attending production meetings.Reviewing and becoming familiar with the schedule and budget, and ensuring adherence to these.Ensuring quality standards are met.Placing orders for materials, and is responsible for equipment and materials on site.Following the project timeline to ensure deadlines are met.Monitoring and ensuring on-site safety compliance, cleanliness, and orderliness.Maintaining records for site personnel such as daily field reports, field orders, and RFIs.Liaising with inspection authorities regarding approvals.• Orchestrated daily site safety meetings with sub-contractors and Walt Disney World representatives • Communicated change orders to project managers and senior management • Scheduled required inspections with governing municipalities and owner representatives • Managed all job site trades to ensure quality assurance • Designed site safety plans encompassing Disney and internal company safety requirements and policies • Scheduled skilled trades in accordance with project goals • Developed scopes and budgets for design build projects • Requested and assessed project proposals from an assortment of sub-contractors on various projects • Conducted daily meetings with Walt Disney World representatives and trade owners

United States

Prepared and executed contract negotiations on contracts with an average value of $250K .Examined, compared, and prepared competitive bids for various commercial renovations, rehabs and maintenance. Prepared reports on cost savings and contracted spend efforts for senior management.Visited job sites regularly for construction progression updates and safety observations.Embraced technology focused efforts set in place by management to reduce cycle times, streamline project procedures and reduce total costs.

Minor, Architecture

Bachelor'S Degree, Construction Engineering