JAY ALLARD
1555 Bunker Hill Rd - Watertown CT, 06795 – Home: 203 577 8503 – jayal77[at]yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE
To secure a full-time position with a reputable company.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
• Effectively works independently or with a team to finish projects on time; communicates well with skilled tradesmen and clients to determine requirements and establish project plans
• Estimates project costs, for small and large-scale projects.
• Drafts, designs, and plans for projects; ensures accurate measurement and adherence to tolerances..
• Experienced millwork/cabinet shop supervisor, managed work flow, compiled cut lists, worked alongside others, managed customer relations, and taught woodworking skills.
• Affiliate Member of AWI
• Woodworker with 8 years of hands-on woodcraft experience and on-the-job training; expertise in drafting, architectural millwork, doors, windows, finish carpentry, and hardware; uses a wide range of tools; knowledgeable of different wood types and joining techniques.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Project Management - Estimating – Drafting, Design, AutoCAD – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook – Technical Writing – Client Relations – Employee Management – Furniture, Cabinetry, Millwork production – Microvellum software - Finish Carpentry – Framing (wood & steel stud) – Roofing (commercial & residential) – Hardware Installation – Door/Window fabrication and installation. Shop Hand and Power Tool Usage
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Project Manager, Christopher Peacock Cabinetry, Norwalk CT (Feb 2007- Jan 2009)
• Manage high-end residential and commercial cabinetry projects.
• Technical consultant for design, install, and fabrication of cabinetry
• Schedule install, paint, and delivery crews; monitor and manage their progress.
• Build digital representations of our products into Microvellum production software and set up software to run operations for technical aspects of company.
• Research and implement FSC certification for workshop.
Custom Woodworking Business Owner, New England Custom Woodworks, Monroe CT (2006)
• Owned and operated custom woodworking business that specialized in cabinetry, millwork, and furniture.
• Estimated projects ranging from single pieces to whole houses of custom woodwork.
• Drafted and designed plans for client approval and shop usage.
• Built and nurtured relationships with current and future clientele.
• Ordered materials and converted shop drawings to cut list.
Shop Supervisor, Reka Woodworking, Norwalk CT (2005 – 2006)
• Project Managed installation of millwork projects.
• Managed staff of 2 employees, delegating tasks and responsibilities, overseeing safety and best practices.
• Organized material order lists for project needs, and converted shop drawings to cut lists.
Self-Employed Woodworker/Carpenter
• Commissioned to design and build construction projects, furniture, toys, and household items, including:
24’x16’ cedar deck – 10’ x 16’ screened porch – bookshelves – end tables – chairs – hope chest – wooden board games – wine glass racks.
Commercial Steel Stud Framer/Carpenter, Ben and Sons Drywall, Hartford CT (2004)
• Gained experience in:
Soffit construction – drop ceilings – drywall – sheathing – interior & exterior steel stud framing – metal truss roof construction
Finish Carpenter, B&C (University of Connecticut Dormitories), Storrs CT (2003)
• Worked on and taught other to repair and build:
door/jambs – wainscoting – interior trim – hardware – bathroom partitions – shelving
Sales Supervisor, Teletech/Microwarehouse, Enfield CT (2002) and
Diverse American Mortgage, Storrs CT (1998 – 2000)
• Managed staff of 23 salespeople; worked with sales staff heading improvements.
• Motivated sales staff with incentive plans and contest.
• Compiled sales reports and stacked ranking.
Carpenter, Slavic & Sons Construction (2001 – 2002)
• Remodeled residential homes, actively taking part in all aspects of construction.
Estimator, American Heritage Roofing, Storrs CT (2000-2001)
• Estimated commercial roofing projects.
• Performed field measures and drawing of plans to be used in proposals.
• Compiled and presented project proposals to potential clients.
EDUCATION
Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Three Rivers Technical College, Norwich, CT (1999)
• Mechanical Engineering Student of Graduating Class Honor
AutoCAD Certificate from licensed AutoDesk Training Center (2000)
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