Karl Zimmerman
208 W. Summit St.
Souderton, PA 18964
(215) 990-8837
Career Summary:
General Superintendent with over a decade of progressive experience in construction management. Effective supervisor able to directly coordinate and manage multiple multi-million dollar projects concurrently, while conforming to contract, quality, timeline and profit objectives. Valuable communicator and negotiator, persuasively interacting with clients, staff, subcontractors and local government. Seeking a challenging leadership role in project management.
Professional Experience:
North East American Construction Co. North Wales, PA 2004 to Present
General Superintendent
Plan and supervise new construction, tenant fit out, and restoration projects on behalf of this general contractor specializing in commercial construction.
Review plans, specs, quantity take-offs, sales agreements, options agenda, and change orders with Project Manager, Sales Manager, and Purchasing & Estimating Manager for accuracy. Review contracts and award bids. Recommend and evaluate potential cost savings and alternatives to reduce project costs(value engineering). Forecast, track and manage schedules and budgets through final completion. Establish contact and maintain relations with local government from permit through project completion. Fully responsible for change order pricing. Complete daily logs and employee performance reviews. Coordinate and conduct bi-weekly meetings with owner’s reps, architects, engineers and subcontractors.
Directly responsible for projects that include:
• Southern Jersey Family Medical Center Burlington County New Jersey
• Southern Jersey Family Dental Center Burlington County New Jersey
• Narcissa Glen Barn Restoration Plymouth Township Pennsylvania
• Numerous tenant fit outs throughout southern Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Build-Tech CMS Inc., Villanova, Pennsylvania 2000 to 2004
General Superintendent
Plan and direct new construction projects for this construction management/consulting firm specializing in multi-million dollar scattered lot custom homes.
Responsible to facilitate the buy-out process; bid projects, forecast budgets, read construction plans, estimate labor and procure materials and equipment. Assess and administer proposals, contracts and purchase orders to ensure conformance to company vision and individual project specifications. Consult with clients to review pre-construction plan review and design. Make recommendations to ensure feasibility of their modifications. Assign work crews/subcontractors and manage assignments from initial concept and permits to final settlement. Utilize a cooperative management philosophy to create partnerships with subcontractors, enhancing attainment of goals. Review invoices and analyze job costs. Responsible for entire job from dig stakes to post settlement. Report directly to the company president.
Instrumental in projects that include:
• Inverness Glen, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania 22-lot custom home community.
• Multiple scattered lot customs throughout Chester, Bucks, Montgomery and Burlington Counties.
• Inverness Glen won the “Pinnacle Award†for Custom Community of the Year in 2001.
David Cutler Group Blue Bell, Pennsylvania 1998 to 2000
General Superintendent
Fully accountable to direct all aspects of construction management for this residential developer.
Reviewed proposals, bids and contracts and prioritized/scheduled work flow to crews. Provided site supervision in the construction of single-family semi-custom homes. Handled all functions from permit to settlement. Scheduled and oversaw the training and supervision of laborers. Conducted performance reviews and safety meetings. Coached staff to peak productivity. Oversaw maintenance of vehicles and equipment as well as an inventory of materials.
Projects included:
• Montgomery Crossing, North Wales, Pennsylvania.
• Montgomery Glen, North Wales, Pennsylvania.
• Glen Acres, Horsham, Pennsylvania.
Realen Homes Horsham, Pennsylvania 1995 to 1998
General Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent
Originally hired as Assistant Superintendent responsible for finished phase of new residential semi-custom homes in Bucks County. Planned and coordinated scheduling and approval of work orders. Quickly promoted as General Superintendent with responsibility to oversee construction of multi-family and single family projects. Supervised finish subcontractors. Performed final quality inspection prior to corporate review. Managed multiple sites concurrently.
Projects included:
• Eagleview, Newtown, Pennsylvania
• Gatefield, Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania
• Kimble’s Field, Yardley, Pennsylvania
• Hidden Oaks, Yardley, Pennsylvania
David Cutler Group Blue Bell, Pennsylvania 1993 to 1995
Service Warranty Representative
Performed general carpentry duties from rough to finish. Dual duties included:
• New construction: supervised finishing work/punch crew. Worked in a fast-paced setting and processed over 200 houses annually. Responsible for all pre-settlement finishing; ensured quality in work performance as craftsman and as crew supervisor.
• Existing homes: Responded to homeowner inquiries and complaints regarding after-sale services. Maintained client relations and performed major and minor repairs related to drywall, flooring, joists, rafters and any other requests. Provided the highest levels of service. Supervised subcontractors, when necessary. Followed up to ensure timely and detailed work performance was provided. Determined materials needed and requisitioned supplies. Reported recurrent problems to the Head of Construction.
H. White and Son, North Wales, Pennsylvania 1991 to 1993
Roofing / Siding Mechanic
J&K Renovations, Harleysville, Pennsylvania 1990 to 1991
Carpenter
Sweeney Construction, Inc., Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania 1989 to 1990
Carpenter
EDUCATION:
Penn State University, Drafting Courses
Montgomery County Community College, General Studies, 1989-1991
Drexel University, Architectural Engineering, 1988-1989
Lansdale Catholic High School, Graduated 1988
References available upon request
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