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Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Responsible for designing and developing innovative content to build skills and capabilities for field and plant operations teams while managing training and development projects from concept to implementation. Develop and deploy training programs aimed at accelerating new hire performance, advancing organizational competency, and building bench strength. • Write and develop learning modules based on the needs of plant and field operations.• Assess learning needs within plant and field operations, conduct focus groups, and perform needs analyses to determine training and development needs.• Create innovative training content, including by not limited to eLearning modules, instructor-led materials (visuals, facilitator guides, tec.), step-by-step tutorials, voiceovers, graphics, etc. that caters to various learning styles.• Adheres to project timelines and communicates with internal staff to ensure schedule time lines.

Jacksonville, Florida Area

Responsible for assisting/leading in planning, directing, implementing, and promoting ICG’s training and safety activities. Utilization of critical thinking skills to identify issues; work independently and as a team member; have knowledge and understanding of new residential and commercial projects. •Plan and implement programs to train superintendents and employees in work site safety and installation practices. •Plan, implement and promote safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations. •Organize and facilitate safety meetings and coach personnel on the JSA process, as well as other company training programs and initiatives. •Coordinate and perform jobsite inspections to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards. •Collaborate with onsite personnel to determine corrective and or preventative measures where a hazard has been identified and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.•Work with Superintendents to develop jobsite safety plans.•Develop and implement solutions to mitigate identified workplace safety hazards. •Participates in accident and injury investigations to determine root cause and preventive measures. Recommend and implement corrective action if required. •Maintain safety training and document all required safety & production training. Maintain all safety and compliance records/reports as required by the Company and law. •Modify and update existing training programs and material as required. •Coordinate and provide company and customer required training to employees and subcontractors. •Identify and communicate personnel training requirements to management. •Assist in recruitment and participate in job fairs.•Maintain training database to document all training.

Jacksonville, Florida Area

The primary responsibility as a Commercial Superintendent is to provide on-site coordination for all phases of Multi-Family and Commercial construction projects, including coordinating subcontractors, material and equipment. Ensuring that specifications are being strictly followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. Responsible for scheduling, inspections, quality control, and job site safety.

Jacksonville, Florida Area

Manage framing projects by planning organizing and controlling projects in a fast paced environment for turn-key framing contractor. Maintain and enforce a safe, secure and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.Provide on-site coordination for all phases of Single and Multi-Family construction projects, including coordinating subcontractors, material and equipment, ensuring that specifications are being strictly followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. Responsible for scheduling, inspections, quality control, and job site safety.

St. Augustine, Fl

• Residential and commercial selections and purchasing, AutoCAD floorplans and furniture overlays.• Company and client communications as well as inventory management.

Jacksonville, Florida Area

• Commercial selections and purchasing, sample boards and presentations.• Company and client communications as well as inventory management.

Hays, Ks

• Selections and showroom maintenance. Spec house design and home staging. Client presentations and assistance with finish selections.• AutoCAD plans for custom patios complimentary to purchased blueprints.

Burlingame, Ks

• Commission to renovate and restore original tin ceilings and wallpaper, repair plaster, and paint. • Assemble selections and proposal. Execute approved renovations within scope.

Topeka, Kansas

• Clerical duties for the Greater Kansas Racing Alliance lobbying firm.• Organizing and carrying out publicity events and advertising.• Hosting lunches, cocktail hours, and dinners for legislative members and their staff in conjunction with lobbyists Racing Alliance members.

Hays, Ks

• Management of crew responsible for remodeling and repair construction.• Design and paint consultations.• Composition of project bids.

Hays, Ks

• Customer service, cashier, maintain current product knowledge, design marketable product displays.• Maintain paint tinting machine, merchandising aids, assist with color selection and brand differences.• Forklift operation, Re-key and program conventional and electronic locks and keys.

Hays, Ks

• Demolition, framing, plumbing, and electrical required to complete residential remodels in accordance with local codes.

Mater Of Construction Management (M.C.M.), Construction Management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Interior Design

Activities and Societies: • Encounter: College Age Ministry, Member - 2012-Present • International Interior Design Association, Vice.

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