CHRISTOPHER P. ZOVAK
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22407
• chriszovak[at]yahoo.com
CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT ~ MANAGER ~ SUPERVISOR
Hands-on, results-focused leader with in-depth experience and demonstrated success in managing multimillion dollar residential and community construction projects. Combines construction and pre-construction management expertise with key strengths in quality and safety control, OSHA and EPA compliance, and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated attention to customer and corporate goals, with expansive knowledge and leadership of all construction project phases; aggressive in meeting project milestones while managing budget constraints.
Construction Management • Project Planning & Management • Quality Assurance • OSHA/EPA Safety & Compliance • Construction Inspection • Team Leadership & Training • Budgeting Estimating & Job Costing • Resource Maximization • Cost Control • Customer Satisfaction
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DREES HOMES, Manassas, Virginia • 2004-2009
Supervisor / Construction Manager / Builder
Coordinated and oversaw all phases of multimillion dollar residential construction projects, from excavation to final walk-through. Guided short and long term project plans, managing budgets, contracts, safety procedures, schedules, and work scopes. Conducted weekly safety trainings/meetings and site inspections. Maintained documentation and compliance with SWPPP and Virginia State Erosion Program, OSHA, and local/state regulations. Performed pre-construction, pre-drywall, and pre-settlement orientations with homeowners.
• Earned reputation as top performer, consistently achieving 95%+ customer satisfaction rating and 97% average on quality inspections, while maintaining exemplary safety record.
• Drove new business and corporate profitability by delivering all projects on schedule/within budget.
• Achieved corporate recognition and multiple awards including Quality Home Building Million gold Award in 2007 ($8.4 million); Platinum Award in 2005, 2006, 2008 ($15.2/$28.2/$11.1 million); Builder of the Year in 2006; and Builder/Market Manager of the Year in 2005.
WASHINGTON HOMES / K HOVNANIAN HOMES, Red Bank, New Jersey • 2001-2004
Superintendent / Community Construction Manager / Assistant Community Construction Manager
Managed and executed residential/community construction projects. Directed subcontract negotiations, project estimating, document preparation, building code and regulations, material procurement, and site management. Determined cost factors, reviewed raw material and waste calculations, and established material and labor requirements. Monitored project efficiency, implementing quality and cost control strategies while maintaining compliance with government regulations, engineering drawings, and customer specifications. Communicated extensively with senior management regarding project phases, performance, and status.
• Achieved and maintained high customer service ratings and 95% approval rating for all quality inspections.
• Won multiple awards and accolades for outstanding performance including Community Construction Manager of the Quarter 2003; Virginia Region South Highest Number of Homes Settled 2002-2003; Virginia Region Trade Partner Council Award for Excellence 2003; Virginia Region South Fourth Quarter Community Team of the Quarter 2003; President’s Award for Safety; and Community Construction Manager of the Quarter 2002.
Note: Additional career history includes roles as Punch-out Technician for Washington Homes (2001); Lead Framer for C.C. Carpentry (2000-2001); and Crew Leader for J.L.H. Construction (1996-2000).
TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS
SWPPP Certified • Certified Land Disturber • Water Intrusion Training • Customer Service Training Cultural Sales Training • OSHA 10 hour training
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