Seeking a position as a valued member of a Construction Management Team that leverages my skills, achievements, work ethic, and ability to efficiently lead construction projects in a direction that maximizes earnings while focusing on safety.
LUKE ALBERS
3719 Russell Avenue North • Minneapolis, MN 55412 • 612-363-6807 • LAlbers[at]Purdue.edu
EDUCATION:
PURDUE UNIVERSITY, West Lafayette, Indiana
College of Technology
Candidate for Master of Science, Building Construction Management May 2011
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Minneapolis, Minnesota
College of Continuing Education
Bachelor of Applied Science, Construction Management December 2005
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Minneapolis, Minnesota
College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture
Bachelor of Science, Architecture May 2005
EXPERIENCE:
OPUS NORTHWEST CONSTRUCTION L.L.C., Minnetonka, Minnesota May 2005 - January 2009
Associate Project Manager - Managed all aspects of large scale construction projects. Guided projects through every stage of design-build delivery methodology. Have experience managing commercial, industrial, institutional, and large multi-family projects. Most recently individually managed the interior build out of 255 unit high rise condo project. Led condo units from rough framing through homeowner turnover. Managed over 100 million dollars worth of construction activities and completed condo tower project on time and under budget.
• Developed and managed construction schedules and activities for 30+ subcontractors.
• Performed homeowner walkthroughs, punch list administration, and resolved warranty issues.
• Estimated and priced standard unit construction activities in addition to special change order requests per homeowner, designer, or architect.
• Led outside architects, designers, and homeowners through the entire construction process.
• Handled bidding work, subcontractor contractual negotiations, construction payments, and change order requests.
• Managed construction inspections and dealt with resolving issues with the city and state inspectors.
• Worked on site and managed day to day operations of field employees.
• Resolved issues and problems regarding electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, and interior finishes to achieve client’s expectations.
OPUS NORTHWEST CONSTRUCTION L.L.C., Minnetonka, Minnesota August 2004 – May 2005
Project Intern - Worked closely with a Project Manager and assisted in managing large scale, $5M plus, construction projects. Individually handled managerial operations on smaller construction projects, ranging from one to three million dollars. Performed scheduling, material purchasing, contractual negotiations, owner interactions, client billing, and budgeting for construction activities.
WILLE CONSTRUCTION, Minneapolis, Minnesota September 2003 - January 2004
Carpenter Apprentice - Worked closely with a skilled master carpenter and learned a wide variety of construction skills and techniques. Assisted in planning and delegating work to field employees from week to week. Construction activities included new deck construction, exterior siding refurbishes, residential basement build outs, and commercial interior trim jobs.
SOMERVILLE, INC., Green Bay, Wisconsin August 1999 – August 2000
Plot Room Assistant - Participated in printing architectural drawings, specification booklets, and prepared them for bidders. Ran large-scale plotters, printers, scanners and copiers. Created drawing presentations and other visual aids. Obtained knowledge of all activities that occur between the architectural firm and clients. Was involved with several projects and gained an understanding of the key interactions of architects and clients.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILATIONS
• LEED Accredited Professional Certification
• United States Green Building Council Member
• American Institute of Architects, Associate Member
• American Solar Energy Society Member
• Habitat for Humanity Volunteer
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