PROFILE
Results-oriented, hands-on construction professional with 25+ years of comprehensive and diverse experience in the management and supervision of large residential and light commercial construction projects. Background reflects substantial achievement and progressive growth and responsibility in the field of construction management. Specific areas of expertise:

Team Building & Leadership
Construction Planning & Scheduling
Critical Path Project Management
Quality Control & Assurance
Safety & Environmental Compliance
Organization & Time Management
Subcontractor, Trade, and Labor Management
Maintaining Positive Customer Relationships

WORK EXPERIENCE
K. HOVNANIAN ENTERPRISES/MATZEL & MUMFORD DIVISION, EDISON, NEW JERSEY NOVEMBER 1996 - FEBRUARY 2009
COMMUNITY CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Responsible for comprehensive onsite project management for construction/production of residential housing developments ranging in size from 50 to 200 units of multi- and single family homes with total project values of $20 - $60 Million. Responsible for onsite supervision of all phases and aspects of construction beginning with pre-construction planning through release of bonds and encompassing site preparation and infrastructure (excavation, roads, curbing, storm and sanitary sewers, and main utility service), related on- and off-site improvements, and construction of housing units from permitting to certificate of occupancy.
Key member of the project team established for each development interfacing with corporate management, sales & marketing, design center, finance & accounting, and architects/engineers. Implement and maintain critical path schedule for development.
Acts as the primary point of contact and onsite representative for the Company in day to day dealings with customers to keep them informed on the progress of their home construction, resolve any problems, and ensure that they are fully satisfied with the final delivery of their home.
Field manager responsible for direct supervision of handymen, laborers, and other company-employed tradesmen including performing annual performance reviews.
Schedule, coordinate, manage, and inspect the work of subcontractors and trades to ensure on-time delivery of high quality homes within established budget constraints. Implement and enforce terms and conditions of subcontracts. Negotiate and administer on-site changes to specifications and subcontract terms. Work closely with engineers and architects to verify specifications and to gain approval for necessary design changes. Authorize payments and represent company's interests in resolution of subcontractor disputes
Responsible for reviewing and inspecting all work to ensure compliance with specifications and to enforce strict quality control standards and quality assurance requirements.
Acted as the site Safety Coordinator with responsibility for field implementation of the company's safety program including conducting weekly topical safety meetings ("Toolbox Talks") and enforcing OSHA safety standards. Awarded the Companys Quarterly Safety Diamond Award three times.
Act as the Companys agent in meetings with local, state, and federal government inspectors and code officials and when obtaining permits and inspections. Ensure that work is being performed in compliance with codes, regulations, and laws governing construction including environmental and safety laws and regulations.
Significant Specialized Project Experiences:
Demolition of a factory warehouse including asbestos abatement and remediation of onsite pollutants in compliance with requirements of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Clean Up Star program as a part of an urban infill project in Union, NJ.
Installation of a wick drain system to accelerate soil compaction to prepare a site for construction in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.
Construction of onsite sewage pump stations and installations of structural pilings and controlled modulus columns on various developments throughout the state of New Jersey.
Construction of a 200 seat amphitheater as part of site improvements related to a development in Long Branch, NJ.
Construction of an onsite water tower on a development in Hopewell, NJ.
Construction of onsite clubhouse facilities on various developments that included elevators, pools, playgrounds, and workout facilities.

K. HOVNANIAN ENTERPRISES, RED BANK, NEW JERSEYJUNE 1986 OCTOBER 1996
SITE SUPERINTENDANT
Responsible for performance and completion of all site development work on major residential housing developments including installations of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water pipe, road construction, mass site excavation, land clearing, building foundations, and landscaping.
Scheduled, coordinated, and closely supervised work crews and commercial subcontractors. Monitored subcontractor performance to ensure work was completed on time and within budget. Coordinated, scheduled, and supervised work performed by major utility companies for installation of underground services. Authorized payments and back charges to subcontractors. Represented companys interests in resolution of subcontractor disputes.
Assisted Project Director with budget preparation, planning, and estimating for site development activities. Prepared requests for bids and quotes and assisted with negotiations of subcontract terms. Negotiated and administered on-site changes to specifications and subcontract terms. Worked closely with company engineers to verify specifications and to gain approval for necessary design changes.
Interfaced with local, state, and federal inspectors and other officials as necessary to ensure that work was being performed in compliance with codes, regulations and laws governing construction including environmental and safety laws and regulations.
FRAMING/FINISH SUPERINTENDANT
Directed all aspects of residential construction on single and multi-family homes from foundation through Certificate of Occupancy in compliance with a 16 to 20 week schedule. Responsible for up to 40 homes at any one time and up to 120 homes per year.
Responsible for oversight, scheduling and coordination of all subcontractors. Performed ongoing inspection of units to determine manpower requirements, maintain schedule, hired and supervised laborers and other tradesmen, generated punch lists, and ensured that construction was being performed in accordance with specifications. Responsible for quality control and quality assurance on assigned units.
Prepared units and coordinated and obtained rough and final inspections by local building officials. Participated in weekly progress meetings with site and home office managers. Interfaced with company engineers, architects, and sales personnel to determine appropriate design specifications and features. Provided and coordinated post-closing support to company Service Department.
SITE COORDINATOR
Responsible for procurement of all on-site material (lumber, wall panels, floor and roof trusses, windows, appliances, etc.). Expedited and coordinated timely delivery of ordered goods. Processed all bills generated at site for payment. Monitored site budget, assisted with revisions and worked closely with Project Director to control costs. Reviewed and clarified contract terms with subcontractors. Acted as administrative liaison between construction site and home office.
NATIONAL CONSERVATION CORPORATION, LAKEWOOD, NEW JERSEY1984 - 1986
Forman responsible for managing a five-man crew responsible for implementing energy saving measures in private residences under Jersey Central Power & Light Energy Conservation Program.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, 1982
California University of Pennsylvania, California, Pennsylvania
TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS
Training & Certification in Stormwater Management, Stormwater USA October 2008
10-hour OSHA Training Certification - 2001
Residential Construction Subcodes (RCS) - Mercer County College, Spring 1995
Construction Project Management - Mercer County College, Fall 1994
New Jersey Concrete and Aggregate Association Seminar - March 1994
American Plywood Association Seminar - April 1993
Management for the Construction Professional, Ocean County Community College, Spring 1988
State Certified Energy Auditor - Spring 1982
REFERENCESFurnished upon request