AVERY BRUCE JAMES Sr.
15 Lakeview Heights
Lebanon, CT, 06249
Phone (860) 537-9910 Fax (860) 537-9910
Email: Gypsy987654[at]aol.com
May 7, 2009
To Whom It May Concern,
I am a construction field superintendent with 10+ years of construction management experience and 27 years of construction experience. Including but not limited to high end residential new construction and renovation, multi-family residential development, commercial new construction and renovation.
The position that I hope to gain with you company, is one that would require an individual who is conscientious, determined, dedicated, trustworthy, hardworking, one who will not shy away from responsibility, adversity, challenges, a person who can recognize and seize opportunity. I firmly believe that my character, experience, expertise and ability to manage people and resources would be of a benefit to your company.
I would welcome the opportunity for a personal interview at a mutually convenient time and place to further discuss my qualifications and the needs of your company.
Thank you for your consideration,
Avery Bruce James Sr.
AVERY BRUCE JAMES
Email: Gypsy987654[at]aol.com
OBJECTIVE:
• To pursue a rewarding and challenging career in construction management where my acquired skills, construction knowledge, and abilities will best benefit my employer. The ideal position will offer diversity, opportunity and will reward personal and team achievements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Residential and Commercial Construction Superintendent with 10+ years of experience.
• Master Carpenter with 27 years of experience.
• Master Roofer with 27 years of experience.
• Journeyman concrete finisher.
• Highly experienced and skilled with interior finish – all trades.
• Certified all-terrain forklift operator.
• OSHA certified in construction safety and health.
• Trained and Certified for Power Actuated Tool use.
• Trained and Certified for Laser Systems use.
• Trained for use of all Hilti Fastening and Fire-stopping Systems. Also, 3M and Fire-dam systems.
• Proficient heavy equipment operator.
• Read and understand multi-disciplined blue-prints, shop drawings, equipment and material submittal packages, and technical data from varying agencies.
• Ability to do material take-offs from multiple trades.
• Trained in the use of Scissor-lifts, Man-lifts, and Boom-lifts.
• Highly skilled use of any and all hand-held power tools.
• Highly-motivated self starter.
• Exercises sound judgment and maintains safe working conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Multi-task orientated.
• Maintains harmonious atmosphere in the work place.
EMPLOYMENT:
• 8/05-1/09 Barr Inc. General Contractor – 508 Pomfret St. P.O. Box 390. Putman, CT
06260
860-928-1925 Fax 860-928-7868
Robert Darigan (Owner), John Darigan (Project Manager), Steven Falls (Project Manager)
POSTION:
 General Field Superintendant
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Supervisor of all day-to-day site logistics for a commercial general contractor. Specializing in federal, state, and municipality funded public works projects (i.e. renovations and expansion of existing public facilities).
 Daily interaction with project manager, owner’s reps, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors and inspection agencies for the purpose of planning, sequencing and scheduling of construction.
 Review of site, blue prints, specifications, shop drawings, material and equipment submittals for feasibility of construction and to identify potential problems, areas of time and cost savings, organize affected parties to present solutions and savings proposals.
 Review, process, implement and track all change orders, RFIs, additional work orders, architect directives.
 Daily reporting and recording of field activities via written reports, phone conversations, faxed letters, and site meetings.
 Scheduling and sequencing of company employees, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and inspection agencies.
 Direct supervisor of company employees and equipment on site.
 Establish and maintain quality control, process, and procedures.
 Establish and maintain job site safety and security program for company employees. Assure contractors and subcontractors maintain and follow safety procedures and guidelines.
 Maintain updated as-built drawings and specs. Assure all contractors and subcontractors are aware of updates and changes.
 Provide and maintain safe and harmonious work environment at all times.
 Provide complete customer satisfaction.
PROJECTS:
 8/05-8/06 Windsor, CT Public Library addition and restoration project.
App. Cost: 7.5 million. Duration: 16 months. Barr Inc, P.M. John Darigan.
 8/06-7/07 Charlton, MA Public Library addition and restoration project. App. Cost: 7 million. Duration: 15 months. Barr Inc, P.M. John Darigan.
 7/07-8/08 Westbrook, CT Public Library additional and restoration project. App. Cost: 7 million. Duration: 15 months. Barr Inc, P.M. Steven Falls.
 8/08-1/09 Barr Inc, New office complex, Putnam, CT. App. Cost: Unknown. Duration: 6 months. Barr Inc, P.M. Robert Darigan.
REASON FOR LEAVING:
 Laid off due to lack of work.
• 8/04-8/05 GDS Contracting Corp. 1623 Berlin Tpke., Berlin, CT, 06037.
Phone: 860-828-6654 Fax: 860-828-1568
Jack Squillacote (Owner, P.M.), Andre Harton (P.M.)
POSITION:
• Commercial Carpentry Supervisor
RESPONSIBLITIES:
• Supervisor of all day-to-day site logistics for a commercial, wood and metal framing, interior finishes, hardware and insulation contractor.
• Supervision, scheduling, daily tracking of company employees and subcontractors.
• Daily reporting of field activities via written reports, phones conversations, time cards, and fax correspondence.
• Responsible for maintaining and assuring safety of company personnel and equipment.
• Material take-offs, ordering, receiving and distribution of company materials and machinery.
REASON FOR LEAVING:
• Accepted a more challenging and lucrative position with another company, provided GDS with adequate notice.
• 7/03-3/04 Bernhardt Thomas Building Systems. 40 Oliver Terrace, Shelton, CT, 06484
Phone: 203-225-9090 Fax: 203-225-9070
Harold & Angela Thomas (Owners), Larry Gordon (Director of Const.)
POSITION:
• Project Superintendant
RESPONSIBILITES:
• Supervisor of all day-to-day logistics for pre-fabricated wall panel framing company.
• Direct supervision, scheduling and daily tracking of company employees, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Daily reporting of field activities via written reports, time cards, phone conversations, fax correspondence, and site meetings with construction manager.
• Material take-offs, ordering, receiving and distribution of company material and machinery.
• Daily interaction with site management for sequencing, scheduling of construction, inspections and interaction with other trades.
• Daily interaction with panel factory supervisor to coordinate and review start of production and delivery schedules.
• Create, implement and maintain company safety procedures.
• Create, implement and maintain quality control process and procedures.
REASON FOR LEAVING:
• Laid off due to company going out of business.
• 10/99-6/03 JPI Apartment Construction LLT. 600 Las Colinas Blvd. Suite 1500.
Irving, TX, 75261.
Phone: 972-556-1700
Karl Meeks (V.P. of Const.), Perry Miller (Const. Manager), Ed
Kozun (Const. Manager), Curtis Bentley (Const. Manager)
POSITION:
• General Superintendent
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervise all day-to-day logistics for high volume, fast-paced, multi-family developer.
• Assist P.M. with planning and sequencing of construction, assist P.M. with scheduling of materials, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Daily supervision of contractors and subcontractors.
• Establish and maintain quality control process and procedures.
• Establish and maintain job site safety program.
• Daily reporting of field activities via written reports, computer generated reports, phone conversations, fax correspondence, site meetings.
• Review of blue prints, specifications, shop drawings, material equipment submittals for potential problems and areas of cost and time savings.
• Review, process, implement and track all contractor, RFIs, change orders and additional work orders.
• Coordinate, schedule and supervise any and all inspections.
• Daily interaction with C.M., P.M., Owner’s reps, architects, engineers, inspection agencies, contractor representatives for the purpose of planning, sequencing and scheduling construction.
PROJECTS:
• 2003 University Apartments at Ettrick, VCU Student Dorms, Ettrick, VA. 120 units, 3.5 Acres. App. Cost: 10 million Duration: 12 months. JPI, P.M. Mike Shaw.
• 2002-2003 Hilltop Suites, UCONN Student Dorms, Storrs, CT. 256 units, 10 acres. App. Cost: 10 million. Duration: 12 months. JPI, P.M. Larry Woods.
• 2001-2002 Jefferson at Young Circle, Mid-rise luxury condominiums, Hollywood, FL. 2 city blocks, 160 units. App. Cost: 24 million. Duration: 18 months. JPI, P.M. Sam Boykin.
• 2000-2001 Jefferson Commons, Student Housing, Kalamazoo, MI. 290 units, 40 acres. App. Cost: 17.5 million. Duration: 12 months. JPI, P.M. Larry Woods.
• 1999-2000 The Point, Student Housing, State College, PA. 300 units, 21 acres. App. Cost: 17.5 million. Duration: 12 months. JPI, P.M. Larry Woods.
REASON FOR LEAVING:
• Accepted position with a company that did not require yearly re-location due to children starting high school, provided JPI with 3 months notice.
REFERENCES:
• Dave Novack, P.M. Brand Fire Services. Cell: 860-329-4047 Office:860-405-0017
(Westbrook Library Project)
• Morris Nuttall, Owner and P.M. Nuttall Electric LLC Cell: 860-933-5597
(Windsor Library Project, 508 Pomfret St. Project)
• Jack Squillacote, Owner and P.M. Office: 860-823-6654
(Employee of GDS from 8/04 - 8/05, Windsor Library Project, Charlton Library
Project, Westbrook Library Project)
• Craig Chiles, Construction Superintendant, Co-worker, Friend.
Home: 540-921-1945
(JPI Point Project, State College, PA., JPI Youngs Circle Project, Hollywood, FL.,
Close friend since 1999)
• Curtis Meskus, Town of Charlton, MA, Building Commissioner, Inspector, Zoning
Inforcement, Officer, Library Committee Member. Office: 508-248-2241
(Charlton Library Project)
• Rich Cheney, Owner and P.M. Cheney Excavation and Concrete.
Cell: 860-428-4860
(Windsor Library Project, Charlton Library Project, Westbrook Library Project)
• Ken Best, Architect, DRA Inc, Architecture Firm. Cell: 860-221-9806
Office: 671-964-1700
(Windsor Library Project, Westbrook Library Project)
• Allan Kapiloff, Owner and P.M. Kapiloff Glass. Cell: 413-884-4232
Office: 413-458-5268 (Windsor Library Project, Charlton Library Project)
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