To foster business relationships, building on current and future expectations, maintaining trust, loyalty within my company, and using all my assets and more to capitalize in achieving this.
Adolfo J. Vela Jr.
301 Quamasia Ave.
Mcallen, TX. 78504
(956)358-3228 cell
Overview
During the course of my career, I have fostered business relationships with project owners, gaining their confidence in the process.
I am primarily a team player and I will use that asset and much more to build on my company’s expectations.
EDUCATION
Texas A&I University, Kingsville, Texas. 1973
Degree Level Attained: BA
Majored/Minored: Social Sciences
Sam Houston State University – 1968-1971
Athletic Scholarship
Major: Physical Ed.
Minor: Biology
Certification Classes
1.) Assisted various seminars for CEU credits, sponsored by the Small Business Administration and under the auspices of the
Dept. of Commerce.
2.) Attended a business-licensing seminar, securing a license to operate a general contracting business in the state of New Mexico.
3.) Attended roofing seminar training/certification classes to obtain Manufacturer’s certification in various types of roofing systems,
namely, Carlisle, W.R. Grace, Manville, Tremco, Garland and Hyload Systems.
Project Favorites include:
Bahia Mar Resort Renovations
Lyford Jr. High School Plumbing and Remodeling
Housing Authority of the City of San Benito CIAP Project
Bonham Elementary School Renovations
La Joya ISD-Kika De La Garza School Renovations
Cameron County Courthouse Re-Roof and Renovations
Sunrise Mall Re-Roof Project
REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE
Colair, Inc., Mission, Texas, 2008-2009
General Manager/Sr. Estimator
Corpus Christi Army Depot Mechanical/Finishes Renovation
Harlingen International Airport Tower/Base Office Re-Roofing
Moore Air Field Renovation Project
U.S. Border Patrol Station Addition/Renovations
Responsible for the development, management, including supervision of all activity in the field as it relates to construction of individual projects.
Coordinated sales/estimating, procurement, bid process information, contract administration, sub-contractor/production scheduling for 8(a) certified
set-aside contracts for DOD, GSA, Army Corp of Engineers.
ADELCO Enterprises, McAllen, Texas, 2006-2008
Managed all aspects of construction as it related to individual projects.
Projects from ground-up as well as renovation projects.
Managed subcontractor base of various trades.
Jamail Construction, Weslaco, Texas 2004-2006
Project Manager, Rio Grande Valley Region
LaJoya Performing Arts Center
Cameron County Social Services
Edinburg Airport Hangar
Miscellaneous Hidalgo County Projects
Responsible for the supervision of all activity in the field as it relates to construction of individual projects. Perform take-offs from project plans and
list material quantities. Work with RS Means Construction Cost Data to arrive at cost estimate. Develop familiarization with delivery order/purchase
order log to input estimated job costs to assess real job costs versus those estimated. Start mobilization process at individual projects ordering facilities
prior to job start. Keep lines of communication open with key owner personnel for coordination of scheduling and troubleshooting any concern.
American Contracting, U.S.A., Inc. Combes, Texas 2001-2004
Sales-Estimator/Project ManagerDeveloped and managed all aspects of projects, including new construction, renovation projects, Re-Roofing,
Waterproofing & Dampproofing.New construction included new school additions, state/municipal buildings as well as school recreational facilities.
Coordinate sales/estimation, sub-contractor scheduling, bid process information, contract administration, production schedules, change orders, shop
drawings.Post submittals and determine work performed for application of payments, maintaining documentation/communication with area architects,
and engineers.Well informed of Federal/State projects that require on-site consultants and special regulations, especially OSHA related guidelines and
HUB certification requirements. Monitored each project to ensure quality of work, timely performance and promote safety in the workplace
State of Texas -Protective and Regulatory Services 2000-2000
Child Protective Services Worker
Worked caseload of approximately twenty-plus cases, providing intake services, interviewing processes, filming, documenting, conducting investigations
at victim's homes, schools, hospitals, interviewing parents, neighbors, relatives, school and medical personnel regarding obtaining case information. Worked
closely with law enforcement agencies and family court system, court intervention and referrals to local or regional medical/rehabilitation facilities and other
resources in enforcing State child welfare laws.
Madrid Contracting, Inc., McAllen, Texas 1995-1999
General Manager
Managed all aspects of construction projects, including new construction and specializing in roofing systems.Read plans/specs,
performed take-offs, performed estimates on the various jobs (new, renovation, re-roofing), coordinated sales/estimating, sub-contractor activities,
production schedules, change orders, shop drawings, PO’s submittals, and determine work performed for application of payments through owners
representative.Monitored each project to ensure quality of work, timely performance and promote safety in the workplace.
American Roofing Co., Inc. Rio Hondo, Texas 1989-1994
General Manager-Estimator
Read project plans, performed take-offs, sales/estimates, prepared bid proposals, executed contract forms, submittals,
change-orders, purchase orders, and production schedules.Coordinated and supervised sub-contractor trades in their respective work from rough-in
to finish in new construction as well as renovation/re-roofing projects.Supervised all operations during business hours.Monitored quality control to
ensure optimal work quality and performance for customer.
C.A.R.A., Inc., McAllen, Texas 1988-1989
Construction Business Advisor
Provided assistance through networking and brokering of services to business owners.Provided management and
technical assistance to business owners, especially contractors in obtaining financial and procurement opportunities through wide range of resources.
Prepared financial an business plan packaging as well as processing surety-bonding applications
Sechrist-Hall Company, Harlingen, Texas 1983-1988
Sales Estimator
Read plans, performed take-offs and prepared specifications for Architects/Engineers as well as commercial businesses in the
Commercial/Industrial application of roofing and waterproofing systems.Sold variety of roofing systems to Commercial/Industrial clients tailored to
specific needs.Managed and supervised six 5-man crews, in addition to two repair crews, ensuring project quality and safety.Supervised the installation
of modified, single ply and built-up roofing systems, adhering to UIL and Factory Mutual standards.
South Texas Foundations, McAllen, Texas, 1980-1983
Principle
Specialized in the area of post-tension concrete foundations, contracting with homebuilders, developers, and general contractors.Responsible
for quality performance and work, supervising/managing 15 man crew, reading plans, performing take-offs, estimating, contract administration, payroll,
and sales.Set forms, elevations, excavate beams, set re-bar/post tension system, place concrete and finish.Used hydraulic pump to pull cables to
pre-engineered requirements
Rubio and Associates, San Antonio, Texas, 1975-1980
Project Manager
Responsible for all phases of commercial building projects, sales/estimating, including apartment buildings(multi-family developments),
dock-high industrial warehouse facilities, strip-mall development and commercial remodeling in the San Antonio, Houston and Corpus Christi areas.Supervised
all trades, purchased materials from local suppliers and maintained inventory.Determined percentage of work completed for application of payments and
responsible for ensuring project quality and safety in the workplace.
Personal Strengths:
Self-directed with the ability to lead and motivate others.
Trouble-shoot to find effective solutions.
Communicate effectively with architects, owners, employees, and subcontractors.
Gain trust and confidence of clients and work associates.
Promote quality, efficiency and safety in all areas of work.
Computer literate: Windows, Excel, MS Word, Outlook E-mail, RS Means Cost Works Data
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