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Detroit, Michigan, United States

Owner of a restoration company involved in the cleaning, waterproofing, and restoration on all natural surfaces on residential, industrial, and commercial applications. Advised new businesses and corporations on residential and government projects.• Developed application methods to treat delicate natural surfaces.• Visited various nationwide and local chemical-producing companies.• Consulted and made suggestions to local, state, and government agencies involving the products I used. • Proper personal protective practices as well as ergonomically approved devices were used to maintain a safe and productive working atmosphere. Integrated education and knowledge from courses studied during college - OSHA regulations, MSDS, PPE, waste management, and all EPA stated laws of processes implemented.• Promoted products through local, state, and nationwide companies.• Worked on large-scale projects including churches and commercial buildings in accordance with health department and city ordinances.

San Diego, California, United States

Carlsbad, California

Project Manager Responsible for the building and management of construction crews on artificial turf projects in the southwest region. Daily commitments include the review and approval of contract documents, oversee contractor selection during the bid process, awarded contracts, supervised workflow, coordinated trades, develop and implement schedules, manage budgets and coordinate all phases of projects.• Oversee all project activities both on-site and off-site ranging from $500,000 to $3 million dollars• Coordinate with field operators, client, and architects about daily concerns.• Ensure all construction plans conform to the customer’s expectations from handoff to closeouts.• Approve invoices from sub-contractors and vendors.• Prepare site reports throughout entire project including SWPPP, permitting, and safety regulations.

West Coast

Managed artificial turf installation crews and general contracting construction activities throughout the west coast resolving day to day challenges, scheduling subcontractors, and conducting weekly meeting with clients. Responsible for multiple accounts ranging from $700,000 to 2 million dollars throughout the west coast including universities, county, and city entities. Communicated with architects and senior level project managers regarding blue prints, specifications, quality control, safety, and compliance regulation including storm water, public safety, and logistics.

Greater San Diego Area And Los Angeles Area

Summary: Skilled Journeymen with experience in Project Management, sealants, coating applications, stucco, waterproofing and masonry restorations. Enforce safety and proper personal protective practices as well as ergonomically approved devices we use to maintain a safe and productive working atmosphere including OSHA regulations, MSDS, PPE, waste management, and all EPA stated laws. Responsible for inspections in accordance with unions standards and codes for the state of California. • Worked under the direction of the Superintendent to complete daily tasks.• Proper use of PPE and ergonomic tools. • Completed work schedules in accordance with Union standards on time. • Quality of work in accordance with union standards and state codes. • Completed projects as Foreman in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Kern Counties.• Manages crew size (2-10). • Heavy machinery experience including forklift, swing stage, mechanical lifts.• Blueprint proficient.• Microsoft Word, Excel.• Budget and material tracking. Western Construction Group is America’s largest specialty contractor in masonry, concrete, waterproofing and facades restoration made up of a national network of skilled member companies and workers. For nearly 100 years, we have worked on projects ranging from the building down the street to some of the country’s most sacred landmarks. Craftsmanship isn’t just in our work, it is the foundation of our relationships, and in everything we do.

Imlay City Michigan

Summary: Builder of 2 custom homes. • Responsible for the construction, inspections, and permits.• Financed through my companies profits. First house built while in college as an investment.• Managed, hired, and worked with sub contractors during projects.

General Studies, Environmental Health / Resource Management

• Studied the systems, regulatory practices, resource management, and PPE of individual companies as it pertained to their products.

Associates, Arts And Sciences