Construction Project Manager
Licensed Insurance Agent ~ General Contractor ~ Construction Estimator ~ Project Management
Dedicated, skilled and hands-on construction and development senior-level professional with 30+ years of progressive and comprehensive expertise in all facets of the construction industry. Verifiable track record for the successful completion of large scale projects and renovations with efficiency, quality, on time, and within budget. Versed in office management functions, contract negotiations, project management and estimates, unforeseen complications, document preparation, building codes and regulations, material planning and site management from initial concept through completion and certification of occupancy. Team Leader and respected mentor with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, the innate ability to direct strong teams, and interact effectively with diverse groups while inspiring confidence at all levels.
Construction Highlights
¨ Pinehurst Retirement Facility, Palestine, TX - $1.5 million, three story, 50 unit complex.
¨ Trinity Valley Medical Center, Palestine, TX - $4 million, four story hospital.
Insurance Restorations
¨ Gladewater Texas Middle School - $150,000 restoration project for the school gym.
¨ Eustace Texas Junior High School - $200,000 total school restoration.
Areas of Expertise
¨ General Construction | ¨ Licensed Insurance Adjuster | ¨ New Construction |
¨ Business Owner & Operator | ¨ On-Site Office Management | ¨ Contract Negotiations |
¨ Certified Catastrophic Adjuster | ¨ Insurance Restoration & Renovation | ¨ Vendor & Subcontractor Relations |
¨ Staff Training & Development ¨ Cost Control Measurements | ¨ Project & Time Management ¨ Materials Management | ¨ Project Estimates & Job Costing |
¨ On-Site Safety & Compliance | ¨ Budget Analysis | ¨ Quality Control Management |
Professional Experience
KINSON CONSTRUCTION, Palestine, TX 2002-Present
Full service Construction Company specializing in residential and commercial construction.
Sole Proprietor, Operations Manager
Owner and operations manager, providing direction and leadership on all projects and assignments. Solely responsible for all activities related to providing accurate and comprehensive estimates. Provided leadership and direction to all staff while fostering ongoing partnerships and contract negotiations with vendors and subcontractors.
Kinson Construction continued…
¨ Simultaneously and effectively directed multiple projects and site crews, establishing a reputation for completing projects on time and within budget. Includes materials management, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and coordinating multiple on-site contractors.
SOUTHERN HERITAGE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Palestine, TX 1995-2002
Full service home construction company specializing in custom homes and commercial projects with specialties in metal building fabrication.
Managing Partner
Full partner in ownership and company operations with total responsibility for job site management, compiling detailed and comprehensive estimates, all aspects of office management and human resources functions.
KINSON CONSTRUCTION, Palestine, TX 1986-1995
Full service Construction Company specializing in residential and commercial construction.
Sole Proprietor, Operations Manager
Certifications and Affiliations
State Farm Certified Catastrophic Adjuster ¨ Wind and Hail Damage ¨ Xactimate 25 ¨ Simsol
Craftsman National Software for Residential Estimates ¨ Dearborn Property & Casualty Adjustor
Certified in Workmans Comp
¨ Served as catastrophic adjuster for Eberls Claim Service, CO and State Farm Insurance, TX during 2008 hurricane season.
¨ Currently serving on the Integrity Claim Service and U.S. Staffing Catastrophe Adjusters team roster for the 2009-2010 hurricane season.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Windows § Word § Excel § Craftsman National Estimating Software