I am seeking a challenging senior executive position with an organization that can effectively use my knowledge and skills. My professional business career exhibits a record of strong and significant contributions.
Charles Eric Pate
Cellular (850)377-8676 2355 W Michigan Ave
Web WWW.CEPate.com Pensacola Florida 32526
Bildur1 at Aol com
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Professional Profile
Offering 18 years experience as both a project manager and industrial / commercial construction superintendent. Experience includes safety; quality control; supervising team members and subcontractors; writing project plans, reports, and documentation; scheduling; reviewing bid proposals and awarding contracts; preparing budgets; and controlling expenses. Expertise includes resorts/ hotels and mid-rise structures, retail, industrial and commercial construction. I have a proven record of success completing projects on time and under budget.
Career Achievements
• Maintained a consistently progressive employment in the construction industry, from general laborer to Division President, providing me with extensive field experience that allows me to foresee potential issues, negotiations with contractors and vendors, and advanced knowledge of code requirements and installation practices
• Maintained track record for quality work and effective project management, delivering 88% of projects on time and within budget.
• Improved overall revenue by 22% through proactive execution of broad ranging performance strategies, and cohesion of staff into strong, effective, motivated teams.
• Managed value-engineering process with client to ensure modifications to project specifications continued to meet project goals and client expectations.
• Consistently met budget despite a period of tough economic conditions. Successful events produced additional revenues of $4.7 million over budget forecasts.
Qualification Highlights
• Administrate the activities of up to 63 construction personnel; employ proactive management style ensuring operational proficiency and timely completion of assigned projects within or under timeframe and budget.
• Developed streamline, consistent project reporting techniques that applied to varied construction types resulting in improved management and communication
• Established and maintained a network of industry professionals to include immediate product, material and labor savings used in value engineering
• Obtained multiple degrees and certifications to best support continued growth in the construction industry
Professional Background
Division President Commercial Construction 2008 to 2009
The Gallegos Corporation Vail Colorado
I developed procedures for establishing costs and improving accuracy in business plans and margin analyses, developed an effective management structure that created new state-of-the-art productions, increased revenues by $4.7 million, and maintained a firm presence despite a severe industry recession.
Built cohesive management teams, solved difficult organizational problems, implemented new programs, and restructured organizational design. I restructured management in all functional areas and streamlined operations and was responsible for hiring personnel, purchasing inventory and equipment, setting and achieving sales goals, and growing customer base.
• Supervised the design, planning, and completion of three mid-rise resort projects overcoming extreme weather conditions and logistical complications. Projects ranged from $29 million to $248 million. All were completed ahead of schedule and below budget
• Closely coordinated job schedules and needs with all departments to ensure smooth operation
• Represented customers' interests during the planning, design, and execution of 13 simultaneous projects
• Proven experience as an effective negotiator and problem solver
• Proficient in handling simultaneous projects and meeting deadlines effectively
• Analyzed problems and anticipated project needs
• Modified time lines and work schedules according to project changes
• Maintained a high profile with a strong "hands on" management style, providing a support system for field management personnel
• Exposed to many troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques through active management of field operations and constant interaction with diverse client base
• Determined time frame, funding limitations, procedures, staffing requirements, and resources during each phases of the project
• Continually evaluated work progress. Communicated with vendors to ensure compliance with company expectations and standards
Chief Operations Director-NW Division 1997 to 2008
Old World Stone, Inc Seattle Wa
Managed multiple projects and successfully achieved milestones, ensuring projects complied with all cost and scope specifications. I developed effective systems for accomplishing project goals, in the context of convention planning, to meet client project timeframes and outcomes successfully. Prepared proposals and presented plans to governmental agencies. Handled site selection, contract negotiation and signing, staff management, and acted as point of contact for industry salespersons and vendors.
• Developed and fostered team of 93 highly-qualified personnel capable of supporting assigned and following projects through to successful completion
• Interacted with engineers, project managers, schedulers, and cost controllers
• Maintained daily and annual personnel reviews and feedback
• Consulted with clients on progress and issues
• Managed residential and commercial construction projects, including multi-unit housing, retail and office space, schools, resorts and industrial fabrication facilities.
• Hired and supervised construction workers and sub-contractors
• Managed the building of commercial facilities including construction of buildings, warehouses, showrooms, and health spas
• Prepared bid proposals including materials, subcontracted work, construction activities and requirements, and labor
• Maintained hands-on responsibility for preparing estimating bid packages, while managing all operations of a medium-sized commercial masonry company.
• Interacted with architects, owners, building inspectors, utility representatives, and subcontractors
• Scheduled and supervised crews, while maintaining safe working conditions
• Managed all activities of construction projects with carpenters, electricians, plumbers, masons,and concrete finishers
Education
Master of Arts, Communications 1997
Washington State University Vancouver Wa
Bachelor of Science, Construction Management 2006
Washington State University Vancouver WA
Associate of Science, Aeronautical Mathematics III 1991
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Salina Ks
Associate of Science, Forestry Management 1986
Washington State University Vancouver Wa
Affiliations
• Senior Member, Master Builders Association, Seattle Wa, 1998 to 2008
• Associate Recruitment, Marble Institute of America, Cleveland Oh, 1998 to 2008
• LEED Accredited Professional, US Green Building Council, Tacoma Wa, 2006 to 2008
• Member, Associated Builders and Contractors of Western Washington, Bellevue Wa, 2003 to 2006
Licenses
• LEED Accredited Professional, US Green Building Council, Tacoma Wa, 2006 to 2008
• Licensed General Contractor, Wa State Dept of Licensing, Seattle Wa, 1997 to 2007
• Ceramic Tile Consultant- Inspector, Ceramic Tile Institute of America, Torrense Ca
• Commercial Real Estate Sales, Wa State Dept of Licensing, Seattle Wa, 2006 to 2007
Training
• Masonry Foreman P4, Labor Union #1, Atlanta Ga, 1993 to 2007. Completed Journeyman level testing
Maintained uninterrupted union membership for 14 years
Promoted to masonry foreman position 4
• Commercial B Contractor, Marble Institute of America, Tacoma Wa, 2003 to 2008. Light commercial/residential fabrication and installation of natural stone, solid surface materials
• Construction Safety Certification, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Tacoma Wa, 2006 to 2006. Successfully completed the 30 Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training Program
Honors
• Construction Safety Excellence award, Seattle Safety Council, Seattle Wa, 2006 to 2007. Received both the 2006 and 2007 Safety Excellence awards for midsized construction corporation (100-500 employees)
• Smart Growth Development, NW EPA Council, Seattle Wa, 2007 to 2007. Received the Award for Smart Growth Development for designing and implementing environmentally safe stone working practices
• Award of Smart Growth Development, NW EPA Council, Seattle Wa, 2007 to 2007. Recognized for developing and implementing industrial fabrication techniques that are environmentally conscience
Volunteer
Site Leader/ General Construction 1997 to 2005
Habitat for Humanity's Vancouver Wa
I assisted families (non-trades persons) in the construction of residential homes. I provided the guidance and instructions on performing tasks within specific state codes and regulations while maintaining a safe work environment
Mentor 2004 to 2006
Big Brothers Big Sisters Seattle Wa
I provided a male mentor for both individual and small groups of growing males. Offering descriptions of applying oneself to reaching personal goals and becoming a better example for those around me
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