John Kelso Email & Phone Number

• Specialize in residential construction of homes ranging from 1200 to 4500 square feet. • Adhere to Building Codes and proactively update knowledge in code changes.• Assess sub-division and site to determine type and size of building project.• Meet with prospective customers to discuss home building needs; provide options within preferred budget range; provide information to facilitate the decision-making process; formulate contract to reflect agreed upon specifications and budget; manage building process for each project.• Estimate project costs; ensure timely completion within established budget.• Receive bids from, hire and coordinate with suppliers and sub-contractors, (carpenters, drywall hangers, foundation, painters, electricians, plumbers and general labor personnel).• Assure quality of each project by personally acting as site supervisor. • Oversee carpenters, journeymen, drywall hangers, foundation and general laborer personnel. Coordinate schedules and evaluate obstacles impacting the building process, taking action to resolve.• Perform hands-on responsibilities for each job (e.g. electrical, tile, trim-out, and framing). • Hire, manage and coordinate employees of Kelso Construction.Specialties: Management pro. Operations, construction, & property management. Direct multiple, simultaneous projects, consistently delivering objectives on time, within budget & code compliance. Strong relationship-builder, leading to efficient, cost-effective workflow, collaborative teams, & client satisfaction. Expert, accurate oversight of finance, P&L responsibility, bid & contract mngmt, quality control & continuous improvement. Proven ability to accurately & quickly learn additional skills as needed.

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  University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Finance, Minor In Real Estate