Dear Sir or Madam:
Please except this letter and my accompanying resume as an expression of my interest in a position with your company
As my resume indicates I have extensive knowledge in the commercial/ industrial mechanical industry. I would like to be employed at a company which my performance will be met with recognition and growth.
I have a sound over all knowledge of leading edge engineering principles, tools and practices with and emphasis on designing, building and testing mechanical systems.
My personal attributes include leadership and sound judgment as well as trouble shooting skills. I interact productively with people from diverse backgrounds. I have a history of timely work carried to completion.
I am certain I could make significant contributions to your company and would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and discuss how my education and abilities might best be employed at your organization
Thank You for your consideration. I look forward to your response.
Sincerely
Thomas Kress
Att: resume
Thomas Kress
122 Via d’ Este #508 Delray Beach, FL 33445 * (561) 860-0059 * (561)455-2142 * thomaskress[at]comcast.net
Senior Project Manager
Highly accomplished individual seeking a position in the commercial and industrial HVAC industry. Verifiable track record of bidding and selling projects, engineering complex projects. and exceeding expectations. Extensive experience in designing process and system improvement, to increase productivity and reduce costs. Recognized project management skills, consistently deliver complex, large scale projects on time and with in budget. Additional areas of expertise include:
Project Manager 2008-2009
Farmer & Irwin – Riviera Beach, FL
• Bid and sold projects
• Developed relationships with subcontractors to ensure future projects
• Managed all phases of commercial and industrial HVAC projects Wet & Dry
• Attended networking and association events to meet and build relationships with local engineering firms and mechanical contractors
• Experienced in performing engineering analysis of electronic systems.
• Hands on management of projects in excess of $10 M.
• Mechanical and plumbing trade knowledge in commercial and industrial jobs
• Responsible for large projects lasting a year or more with ability to manage continuous flow of material and labor
• Effective communications with superintendents, vendors etc.
• Supervise assistant PM’s and Project Engineers with daily operations
• Buyout of all materials and writing of purchase orders
• Secure all subcontractors quotes and writing of their subcontracts
• Process all submittals
• Conducts project meetings.
• Process all change orders and keep the C/O logs current
• Maintain on going forecast for “cost to complete†and expected gross profit
• Responsible for redemption of equipment, materials and subcontractor estimates
• Responsible for submittal, operations and maintenance as well as close out process
• Negotiation and pricing of all change orders
• Responsible for submission of all RFI’s
• Plan and coordinate with the Construction Manager relating to schedule, sequence, production and quality
Senior Project Manager 2006-2008
Ivey Mechanical - Ridgeland, MS
• Provided management for all phases of project and directed daily operations of project
• Worked on many projects in central and south Florida
• Coordinated and scheduled all manpower, equipment and materials
• Total responsibility for all equipment and time frame needed
• Followed strict safety guidelines while working with safety officer
• Worked with estimation department on preparing bids. Take off plans and specs for all HVAC, plumbing and sheet metal with gauge requirements on proper form
• Worked with architects and engineers to determine design and format of projects
• Analyzed all bids received in each category of work
• Clarified scope of work per vendors and subs.
• Ensured project was on schedule and budget.
• Provided weekly labor reports with cost of breakdown and materials
• Supervised onsite foreman, checked for any difficulties on site and made needed corrections
• Purchased all equipment for project while maintaining log orders, operation/maintenance manuals and MSDS sheets
• Acquired any needed permits and licenses for project
• Obtained Contractor Qualification Statement. Ensured all contractors furnish all needed certificates, permits, tests and documents prior to all projects
• Assigned job number to projects for identification of all phase of labor and material through completion of job
• Prepared monthly project status reports and project plan summary with initial job cost report that reflects coded estimates
• Prepared detailed purchase orders in strict code.
• Did all billing for project using the cost code system analysis and prepared project job cost reports.
• Reported all costs that have been posted against the job. RFI to and from contractor.
• Worked with vendors to negotiate best prices
• Prepared profit analysis
• Invoiced, approved, checked and processed all necessary invoices per job
• Made vendors aware of cut off dates and payment terms
• Collected and gathered submittals for all needed parties
• Forecasted upcoming projects
• Checked bid calendar, make alliances with contractors
• Complete job cost break down
• Determined what is necessary for a profitable project
Notable projects include:
• Ameristar Casino – All mechanical installation on new addition to casino
• St. Dominic’s Hospital – Project including all mechanical and med gas
• Adams Produce – All plumbing in 40,000 sq, ft. produce company
• University of Mississippi – Ongoing project on addition of residential hall
• Koch Foods – All mechanical work on poultry plant
• City of Jackson - Installed 2000 ft. of 8 in main waterline
• Jackson Public Schools - All mechanical work on renovation of school
Senior Project Manager 1992-2006
Penn Industrial Corp. - Pittsburgh, PA
• Bid and sold projects
• Managed Project Managers
• Assigned to supervise installation of industrial mechanical systems
• Engineered and determined requirements for specific mechanical systems
• Specialized in leading and organizing crews to coordinate efficiently
• Negotiated and procured all materials for specific projects
• Took lead roles in numerous projects
• Demonstrated skills in interviewing business and technical leaders to gather and clarify business requirements per job
• Produced detailed project plans and schedules
Notable projects include:
• McKesson Automation – Numerous projects including all HVAC and plumbing on new 120,000 square ft. headquarters
• PPG – Supervised project of addition to industrial chemical plant
• La Roche College – Oversaw development of new administrative building
• Allegheny General Hospital – Managed the development of all HVAC, and plumbing of new critical care wing
• Pittsburgh Natural Health Center- Prime Contractor on restoration of old school house into professional building. Managed installation of all HVAC and plumbing Oversaw all out sourcing of subcontractors
• Exonic Systems – Supervised installation of two 50 ton, 35 ton & two 20 ton package units
• AK Steel – Oversaw design & installation of new air systems
General Manager 1984-1992
Kress Mechanical Heating & Air -Etna, PA
• Bid and sold projects
• Supervised installation of commercial HVAC systems and plumbing
• Developed a strong customer data base
• Managed all phases of projects from material requirements to final phase
Education & Credentials
University of Pittsburgh- Business Degree ~ Triangle Technologies- Associates Degree
Project Control & Labor Productivity ~ North East Training Project Management Course
OSHA Site Specific ~Risk Management Course~ ASME/OSHA Certification
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