Hands-on project manager with 12 years experience driving multiple concurrent construction and electrical projects from pre-construction through project closeout for a wide variety of leading contracting firms. Skilled at developing estimates and schedules, attaining bids and managing the work of subcontractors across various trades, researching and coordinating permits, and maintaining detailed vendor and project information databases. Experience with managing client relationships, coordinating work with property managers, and expediting construction schedules for multimillion-dollar construction projects, including multi-family and single-family residential buildings/renovations. Known for an ongoing commitment to delivering the highest quality and exceptional service for clients
ROBERT GAMBRELL
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Hands-on project manager with 12 years experience driving multiple concurrent construction and electrical projects from pre-construction through project closeout for a wide variety of leading contracting firms. Skilled at developing estimates and schedules, attaining bids and managing the work of subcontractors across various trades, researching and coordinating permits, and maintaining detailed vendor and project information databases. Experience with managing client relationships, coordinating work with property managers, and expediting construction schedules for multimillion-dollar construction projects, including multi-family and single-family residential buildings/renovations. Known for an ongoing commitment to delivering the highest quality and exceptional service for clients. Areas of expertise:
Project Management * Construction Operations * Electrical Systems * Lighting Design
Scheduling * Project Budgeting * Purchasing * Billing / Invoicing * Payroll Management * Business Development * Consultative Sales * Quality Assurance * Service Delivery * Managerial Leadership * Client Relationship Management * Team Building
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
COLONIAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY, Reading, Pennsylvania * 2008
Regional provider of electrical supplies with 16 branch locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Branch Manager
Headed up to 19 staff members in the oversight of all strategic and tactical branch operations. Directed both inside and outside sales while managing key accounts and leading showroom sales. Additionally oversaw inventory control, warehouse operations, deliveries, and cash management/banking.
* Reinvigorated the business and promoted growth by categorizing a portfolio of 400 stagnant accounts and launching a targeted, grassroots sales outreach effort to renew former customers and reach new clientele.
* Strengthened forecasting and enhanced the ability to target areas for improvement with a streamlined reporting system.
* Enabled an interactive customer experience with a complete showroom re-structure integrating working models and displays.
WES CARVER ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, Telford, Pennsylvania * 2006-2008
Award-winning electrical construction contractor specializing in the residential market.
Production Manager
Led a 12-member field team to drive electrical contracting projects from launch through completion, managing all purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and payroll in line with each job’s budget. Additionally served in a key client relationship building role, representing the firm at area business and networking events.
* Improved quality control and the delivery of projects to customer specifications by instituting a “punch list†spreadsheet tool for field personnel with a detailed outline of job requirements.
* Achieved an estimated $30K in cost savings by spearheading a complete warehouse re-organization and itemized inventory of on-hand materials.
* Realized further cost savings with the development and implementation of a quarterly supplier price comparison spreadsheet.
LENNAR HOMES, Tampa, Florida * 2005-2006
Nationwide home builder recognized as the national Home Builder of the Year.
Construction Manager
Directed the concurrent construction process of up to 35 homes from inception through homeowner orientation, scheduling personnel and materials/supplies for all phases and directly managing each trade supervisor. Communicated regularly with homeowners to ensure the continuous alignment of expectations/requirements with construction plans, ordering revisions and scheduling walkthroughs.
* Maintained a less than 8% materials loss rate with physical counts of on-hand materials at both job start and job completion and with the consistent evaluation of redlines and take-offs for each home.
* Further protected materials and enabled rapid, just-in-time delivery of supplies with a highly coordinated daily task schedule and close supplier communication.
MELCO ELECTRIC, INC., Sarasota, Florida * 2003-2005
Electrical contractor specializing in new home construction for the Florida building market.
Area Manager
Ran a complex scheduling system for more than 35 electrical rough, trim, and service personnel across a multi-county region. Scheduled and directed all pre-construction walkthroughs and post-construction homeowner orientations. Managed materials purchasing, billing, and payroll for all job sites.
* Consistently delivered all project timelines and goals on time and on budget.
* Significantly reduced warehousing costs and material losses with the implementation of an individual ordering system for each project.
Project Supervisor
Spearheaded electrical system layout and design projects for new homes, apartments, and condominiums. Hired, trained, and evaluated new apprentices in the field, supervising more than 15 technicians.
* Streamlined the integration of new employees into the corporate operation with the creation of standardized training guidelines.
TRI-CITY ELECTRIC, Fort Myers, Florida * 1999-2002
Leading Florida provider of electrical contracting, service, and communications.
Project Supervisor
Directed up to 30 electricians and apprentices to provide complete lighting layouts for golf courses, homes, and other sites. Estimated/purchased material requirements, calculated loads, and scheduled construction timelines as well as designed, tested, and monitored fire and security systems.
* Streamlined the service call operation, improving tracking, billing, and delivery within budgets by centralizing the service request system.
CAREER NOTE: Additional roles include positions as Outside Sales Representative for HUGHES/CHAD SUPPLY and as Cash Operations Supervisor for SEMINOLE INDIAN CASINO. Details upon request.
TRAINING
Electrical Program
Lee County High Tech Center Central, Fort Myers, Florida
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
HUGHES/CHAD SUPPLY, Thonotosassa, Florida
Electrical, HVAC, and construction supply company.
Outside Sales Representative
Drove commercial sales of electrical, plumbing, and maintenance supplies across an expansive 2-county region. Provided ongoing account management for a 35-client portfolio, continually leveraging opportunities to grow and expand existing business while pursuing new client and sales opportunities. Served in a key advisory role for the launch of new branches throughout the southeastern United States.
* Ranked as a consistent top sales performer, beating sales goals by 15% each quarter.
* Achieved landmark territory growth through successful business development efforts, expanding the area to later split into 3 distinct territories.
SEMINOLE INDIAN CASINO, Immokalee, Florida
One of Florida’s premier gambling, dining, and entertainment destinations.
Cash Operations Supervisor
Supervised a 20-member team to balance and manage all casino and bingo cash operations encompassing machine audits, card room tills, food and beverage service, floor clerk banks, and jackpot payouts with turnover averaging more than $1M each day.
* Played a key role in the launch and establishment of the Immokalee location’s cash operation, hiring and training new employees as well as developing financial guidelines and protocols for gaming operations, sales, closeouts, security, and machine and till audits.
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