Patton Hammond Email & Phone Number

Troy, Al

I am a Business / Project Manager and Quality Assurance Professional with nine years of experience managing and evaluating residential, commercial, and industrial projects. I have extensive experience in property inspections, project management, technical writing, and quality assurance testing. One of my greatest strengths is the union of a diverse technical background, a passion for business and industry, and a formal education in business, finance, statistics, and information systems. My personal interests include finance and investments, land and property management, various energy systems and methods of production, materials (especially metals) sciences, and generally all things related to residential construction. I enjoy working in a hands-on environment, but I am equally contented with more theoretical pursuits. An open mind, a diverse skill set, and a positive attitude generally lead to satisfaction, devotion, and success in my vocational pursuits.

Troy, Al

Troy, Al

• Inspect and evaluate buildings, fire protection systems, crime reduction systems, and hazardous conditions• Interview agents, owners, and/or occupants to evaluate commercial and industrial operations and safety practices• Provide recommendations and reports for risk management and liability reduction

Troy, Al

• Manage twenty-six direct reports in shipping operations of $1MM plus in average weekly sales• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics for truck-loading operations, third-party freight carriers, sales inventory, merchandise returns, interdepartmental transfers, and plant supplies• Liaise with production operations, schedulers, and sales associates to adjust production orders according to shipping needs and track inventories with inventory management software• Participate in LEAN management workshops, efficiency KAIZENs, and Lean Leadership Boot Camps to increase plant efficiency and reduce waste.

Atlanta, Ga

• Performed business analysis to provide project feasibility assessments, identify loss leaders and cash drains on the company, reduce the company’s legal exposure, and craft public relations communications• Designed and created large-scale spreadsheets to track cash flows and forecast budgets encompassing years of data across multiple bank accounts, housing projects, and the company House Account• Revised and expanded the company’s primary business Contract, reformulated the company’s deliverable and progress payment schedule, and drafted all correspondence with the GA State Licensing Board• Reviewed project drawings and subcontractor bids, and performed measurements, take-offs, and material/labor estimates for new projects• Provided guidance to subcontractors, direction to in-house labor personnel, and liaised with building inspectors or permitting officials when needed

Charlotte, Nc

• Co-developed market strategy and solicited potential customers for new market entrance• Managed inspection projects, staffing requirements, and customer relations• Performed commercial and industrial inspections for code compliance

Mobile, Al

• Managed policyholder claims and liaised with customers, contractors, and third-party adjusters• Assessed insurance claims, performed policy interpretations, and inspected residential claims during site visits or through claim-file reviews and/or policyholder interviews• Compiled field notes, photographic evidence, and site diagrams into replacement cost estimating software to generate reports and settlement estimates• Reported estimate results to policy holders and agencies, negotiated settlements during disputes, and tendered settlement drafts to policyholders upon settlement and closure of claims

Richmond, Va

• Performed residential, commercial, and industrial inspections primarily for structural code compliance in steel and wood framing, concrete/masonry construction, and fire-resistive systems• Liaised with project architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory officials, and project/owner representatives to develop and implement efficient, adaptive solutions to ever-changing demands• Reviewed blueprints, specifications, procedures, and vendor documents for compliance evaluations• Conducted inspections on site and often at vendors’ facilities for quality control and code compliance • Managed quality assurance projects, reported inspection results, and issued technical and deficiency reports to clients, contractors, and engineers • Performed welder qualifications and materials testing utilizing various non-destructive testing methods • Mentored and trained new and existing employees in various inspection methodologies, and wrote technical procedures or best practices for various inspection techniques and technologies

Richmond, Va

• Performed ultrasonic, radiographic, and magnetic particle testing of a myriad of mechanical systems• Performed maintenance and fitness inspections per NRC, CFR, and ASME codes and regulations• Liaised with clients, engineers, and contractors in project evaluations