Howard L. Kantor
1522 60th Street South
Gulfport, FL 33707
October 13, 2009
I feel confident that my skills with retail sales, office management and combined experience in the construction industry involving estimating along with the day to day operations would be a positive addition to your firm.
I would bring to your organization a passion for excellence and a broad range of expertise, including:
• Computer Literate (MS products)
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Negotiations and sales
• Retail management
• State of Florida Licensed General Contractor
• ICC Residential Building Inspector
• 35+ years experience in all phases of the construction industry
I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss a position with you. If you have questions about my qualifications and would like to schedule an interview, please contact me by phone at (727) 902-7277 or by e-mail to: hkantor1[at]tampabay.rr.com. I have enclosed my resume for your review, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Howard L. Kantor
1522 60th Street South
Gulfport, FL 33707 727-902-7277
hkantor1[at]tampabay.rr.com
Howard Kantor
Objective
To draw from my considerable background and knowledge of construction and retail sales management to obtain a position with your firm.
Experience October 2008 to October 2009 WrightWay Consulting, Inc. St Petersburg, FL
Home Modification Manager
 Qualified Company through DBPR
 Managed company labor force and office personnel
 Coordinated sub contractors for modification projects
 Performed detailed estimates for material and labor
 Permit procurement for plan review and project inspections
 Design and assess livability needs for ageing, handicapped and special needs clients including Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury according to ADA and ADAAG guidelines for building and facilities
 Directly supervised all phases of construction projects
 Work with funding agencies for clients through including the VA, Medicare and in direct contact with health care providers and support coordinators
April 2007 – October 2008 Home Depot St. Petersburg, FL
Department Supervisor, Lumber and Building Materials Dept.
 Managed customer service, material inventory levels and procurement, shrink levels, safety, personnel & scheduling for a crew of 13 department associates.
 Annual Lumber & Building Material sales $10,192,000ºº
 Worked directly with vendors & suppliers
 Reduced department shrink levels from 6.5% to 2.1%
 Report directly to Store Manager
Department Supervisor, Pro-Contractor Sales / Delivery and will calls
 Annual contractor sales $4,054,500ºº
 Report directly to Store Manager and District Pro Sales Manager
 Supervised 11 department associates
 Work directly with contractors for stock & special orders, deliveries & will calls
 Material take off’s from construction doc’s and follow-up for sales
 Design system’s for conventional projects
 Engineered truss & floor systems take off’s
1999 – April 2007 Self Employed St. Petersburg, FL
Licensed General Contractor
 Proficient in all phases of construction:
 Work with building officials for plan/review to obtain permits & project inspections.
 Expert level knowledge in reading all phases of architectural drawings.
 Design, build & remodel residential and commercial buildings to 5 stories following FBC, ADA, ADAAG Accessibility Code, NEC, National Fire Code, Plumbing code
 Work with engineering firms for specific required testing.
 Coordinated building, roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC sub trades
 Supervised & coordinated truss installation
 Performed load calculations, design electrical layout, grounding & sub-panel tie in
 Proficient in structural and non-structural concrete & block from layout to lintel
 Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products & CAD
 Conduct home inspections and evaluations for engineering / architectural firms and real estate agencies in Five County area, ensuring all components meet structural codes and ordinances, providing detailed analysis of HVAC systems energy efficiency, plumbing, electrical systems life safety & structural design.
1986 - 1999 Self-Employed New Hampshire / New York / Florida
Sole Proprietor
 Professional Home Repair and Maintenance Technician remodels, repairs & additions
 Proficient in troubleshooting and repair of Electrical, Plumbing and Ventilation systems
1974 – 1986 Consolidated Edison New York, New York
Senior Substation Operator
 Responsible for high voltage switching maneuvers scheduled and emergency
 Responsible for troubleshooting system electrical and mechanical outages
 Monitor Instruments and controls
Continuing Education
 C.A.D. – Computer Aided Design / Softplan
 Workman’s Comp
 Safety Compliance/OSHA regulations
 Business Practices
 Energy Efficiency Design
 Structure & Wind load management
 Personnel Management efficiency & professionalism
 Mold & mildew mitigation
 RS Means Construction Estimating
Military 1969 – 1972 United States Navy
E-5 Electricians Mate 2nd Class
 Honorable Discharge
 Electricity and Electronics “A†school
 Nuclear Power School - Bainbridge, Maryland
Education  2008 - Currently enrolled at St. Petersburg College working towards BA in Business Management and Architecture
 1984 – R.S.Means Construction Estimating, Boston, MA
 1972 – Westchester Community College, Valhalla, NY
 1969 – Yonkers High School, Yonkers, NY
Professional Affiliations, Designations & Licenses  Residential Building Inspector ICC# 4141052008
 Florida State Certified General Contractor CGC 061931
 CAPS I & II Certified Aging In Place Specialist
 NARI – National Association Remodeling Industry
 TBBA - Tampa Bay Builders Association
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