Site management and training in the building industry.
W. EDWARD STRUNK, JR.
155 Blackberry Road • Boyertown, Pennsylvania 19512 • 610-367-5010 • wedwardstrunk[at]dejazzd.com
SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER: Construction / Building, Facilities
Operations-focused managerial leader with extensive experience driving the achievement of strategic company objectives. Expert project manager skilled in aligning and prioritizing resources and in implementing cost controls to meet performance goals and deliver to quality standards. Team builder adept at leveraging knowledge of a variety of building/manufacturing trades to effectively manage diverse teams. Known for establishing strong communication and long-term relationships with clients, vendors, employees, and organizational stakeholders. Areas of expertise:
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Organizational Leadership • Operations Management • P&L Management • Customer Relationship Management
Facilities Maintenance Management • Construction Site Management • Resource Allocation • Project Management
Budgeting • Vendor Relations • Purchasing • Contract Negotiation • Business Development • Sales/Marketing
Managerial Leadership • Team Building • Training • Mentoring • Coaching • MS Office • QuickBooks Pro ________________________________________
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
W. EDWARD STRUNK, JR. GENERAL CONTRACTOR LLC, Boyertown, Pennsylvania • 1997-2009
Residential construction firm specializing in additions, remodeling, custom kitchens and baths.
General Manager / Owner
Headed a 4-member team of tradesmen to deliver construction projects on time, within budget, and to exceptional quality standards. Managed projects from initial estimates through final inspection, overseeing all contract negotiation, scheduling, and purchasing while ensuring the achievement of client specifications. Drove the complete permitting process, completing and submitting applications, responding to follow up queries, and securing final permits. Ran all company operations, hiring/firing employees, overseeing accounting, taxes, and company budgets, and handling all business development and marketing efforts.
• Built company from the ground up, establishing a strong portfolio of repeat and referral customers by building a reputation for quality, service, and effective client communication.
• Developed budgets for clients across the spectrum of financial means, successfully implementing strategic cost control measures and providing a range of materials options to consistently offer outstanding value for all budgets.
• Successfully completed hundreds of projects with budgets of up to $150K including home additions, custom kitchens and baths, decks, roofing, and siding.
• Frequently acknowledged by clients for successfully incorporating home additions into the original style and architecture of the existing structure.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
SUPERIOR TUBE CO., Collegeville, Pennsylvania
Manufacturer of specialty metal tubing.
Production Foreman
Directed a 200-employee production staff, managing all production operations, including a complex production schedule and a maintenance schedule for a large portfolio of capital equipment. Ensured consistent delivery to exacting quality standards while maintaining production schedules in line with big picture corporate timelines. Served as the chief human resources officer, handling all personnel issues from performance reviews to vacation/leave.
• Consistently maintained benchmark performance levels, including 100% achievement of quality standards and 95% achievement of production goals within a high volume, manufacturing environment.
• Attained certification as a Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) operator and developed knowledge in performing all production operations.
• Established a team-based working environment, generating respect and confidence among the manufacturing staff by being active on the floor and maintaining knowledge in the workings of all production functions.
** Extensive professional development training including courses in Quality Engineering, Quality Auditing,
and Advanced Statistical Process Control through the American Society for Quality. **
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