Ben Contreras
Objective Desires a position with an established firm allowing me the opportunity to grow and utilize my abilities and skills to benefit the firm as well as myself.
Summary of qualifications
 28 years experience working with the public.
 As a former business owner-operator, excellent customer service skills developed to ensure repeat business and satisfied clientele. Ability to work with difficult people.
 Interpersonal skills developed under stressful situations with both homeowners and builders.
 Skills acquired: basic Windows computer knowledge, familiar with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Express. Adept at reading blueprints and estimating. Front-end loader, forklift and Bobcat.
Work experience 4/2008 to Present Silver Cloud Construction Group Englewood, CO
Project Superintendent / Assistant Project Manager
The role of the Superintendent and Assistant PM is to work with the Project manager and SCG’s Foreman to plan the work and then directly over see the execution of the project according to project requirements, schedule and within budget. This role requires someone who can effectively communicate and coordinate daily functions with SCG’s Project Manager, SCG’s crews, the General Contractor, Subcontractors, Vendors, the Owner and Architects as needed and required. It is expected that a high level of professionalism be maintained at all times with Job Safety being the number one goal.
3/2007 to 11/9/2007 Elitch Gardens Denver, CO
Construction, Maintenance and Facilities Shop
Primary duties were carpentry projects consisting of new construction, rough frame, exterior/interior trim; remodel and repair or maintenance of existing structures. Secondary duties — hanging/repair of drywall and tile repair. Masonry duties — repair or replacement of manufactured stone or brick. Cross-trained in Plumbing Dept. to maintain, repair or replace bathroom/bathhouse hardware, toilets/urinals & damaged pipes. Cross-trained in Upholstery Shop.
1/7/2002 to 1/12/2007 perforMAX Building Materials/IMC Parker, CO
Install Manager / Safety Manager
Managed installers of quality stone veneer products. Provided trustworthy and dependable services to builders, masonry contractors, architects and distributors. Responsible for monitoring, reviewing and inspecting jobs. Scheduled, assigned and managed 4-14 crew leaders. Designed, assisted in the development and established the job schedule utilized by Sales, Production and Account Management.
12/86 to 1/4/2002 Contreras & Contreras Lakewood, CO
President / Owner
Home remodel that included roofing, drywall, masonry and carpentry and improvements. Responsible for total business operations including hiring and supervising 15-20 personnel, job scheduling, billing and price negotiation.
1998 – 1999 Arnold Homes / Forest Springs Arvada, CO
Superintendent
Schedule, coordinate subcontractors on back end (drywall through closing).
1993 – 1998 Perfect Interior Trim Watkins, CO
Subcontractor, Interior Trim Carpenter
6/91 – 6/92 Hamill Homes / Joint Venture Castle Pines, CO
Quality Control Manager
Supervised warranty department, assistant supervisor on back end (drywall through closing).
1988 – 1989 Arnold Homes / Fountain Springs Aurora, CO
Superintendent
Schedule, coordinate subcontractors on back end (drywall through closing).
6/81 - 12/86 M.J. Lee Construction Lakewood, CO
Superintendent ─ Customer Service Manager
Responsible for supervising 40-60 personnel. Scheduled jobs, handled new construction warranty work and customer service. Coordinated bidding and negotiating cost. Adept at blueprint reading and estimating. Experienced in semi-heavy equipment operation, backhoe, forklift, trencher, etc.
Education 1979 Arizona State University Tempe, AZ
Coursework in Business Management
1971 Arizona Western College Yuma, AZ
A.A. Degree in Business Management
1984 Associated Builders and Contractors Denver, CO
Graduate
Community activities Bear Creek Wrestling League, Assistant Coach for 10 years.
Languages Bi-lingual. Fluent in speaking Spanish and English.
References Matt Johnson of Elitch Gardens 303.910.3500
Mike Lee of M.J. Lee Construction 303.233.6913 or 720.350.9810
Jack Mathews of Pajack, LLC 720.563.1712
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