JENNIFER A. CARR 6285 E. Spring St. #441 Long Beach, California 90808 907-654-9049 jencarr13[at]gmail.com
PROJECT MANAGER
Versatile Project Management professional adept at creating viable bid packages, liaising with cross-functional staff, implementing safety methods and procedures, and successfully executing major initiatives on time and under budget. Noted for expertise in analyzing architectural drawings, controlling budgets, and utilizing OST/QuickBid as well as The Edge software for outstanding results. Certified OSHA Construction Outreach Trainer and N.A.C.E. Certified Level 1 Coating Inspector.
Leadership, Supervision, Mentoring Multi-Project Management Bid Packages Resource Management Negotiations Safety Plans Issue Resolution Equipment Maintenance Budgeting, Cost Control Scheduling Staff Management OST/QuickBid and The Edge Software Expertise
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AA-1 SERVICES, Paramount, California 2007-2009 Industrial Coatings and Blasting Company.
Project Manager and Estimator Recognized for hands-on project management, timely issue resolution, and effective customer communication skills. Utilized extensive industry knowledge in preparing bids for fuel tanks, potable water tanks, and pipelines spanning CA, OR, NV, and AZ. Proactively attended job walks and analyzed highly complex bid documents. Liaised with bid bond companies, and called for bids on structural work, dehumidification, scaffolding, paint products, cathodic protection, and lifts/forklifts. Maintained in-depth knowledge of current standards and leading-edge technologies. Controlled budgets, crafted detailed work schedules, and ensured equipment availability. Prioritized creation of site-specific safety plans garnering exceptional results. Coordinated with superintendent and foreman, provided regular status updates to owner, generated RFIs and PCOs as needed, and consistently ensured project completion within aggressive timeframes.
Spearheaded multiple projects valued at up to $1.7 million on time and under budget completion, liaising closely with cross-functional staff, applying extensive knowledge of industrial coating and blasting practices, and forging viable safety plans.
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS), Cerritos, California 2007-2008 Leading global transportation company.
Nightsort Part-Time Safety Supervisor Enhanced staff performance and overall safety for major Southern California hub, effectively supervising 350-500 staff annually. Prioritized key tasks, solved issues, conducted on-the-spot training, and executed disciplinary actions when necessary. Maintained equipment. Managed hub documentation and reports.
Conceived and successfully implemented safety methods and procedures greatly reducing incidences of injury amongst staff.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued
RAYMOND INTERIOR SYSTEMS, Orange, California 2005-2007 Commercial Drywall and Metal Stud Company.
Project Manager and Estimator Noted for attention to detail in preparing bids for major General Contracting companies in Southern California region. Analyzed blueprints and resolved discrepancies. Conducted walk-thrus, and continually liaised with project stakeholders. Crafted submittals, schedules, and all other documentation necessary for timely bid package completion. Recognized for exceptional team management throughout all project phases, close monitoring of site work, and targeted application of OST/QuickBid software expertise.
Managed 20+ separate projects simultaneously throughout tenure, controlling resources, delivering strategic insights, and exceeding profitability targets.
MIDWEST CONSTRUCTION GROUP, Chicago, Illinois 2002-2005 Drywall Subcontractor.
Project Manager and Estimator- Consultant Created in-depth bid packages for major General Contracting companies, encompassing submittals, schedules and related documentation. Provided total project management, guiding teams, resolving issues, and developing targeted safety plans. Applied knowledge of the The Edge software, as well as analyzing complex architectural drawings. Completed critical projects on time and under budget.
THE LEVY COMPANY, Chicago, Illinois 2001-2002 Drywall Subcontractor.
Project Manager and Estimator Noted for exceptional multi-project management. Prepared bid packages for major GC companies. Guided and mentored project teams, controlled scheduling, and attended site meetings. Analyzed blueprints. Created safety plans. Ensured resource availability and proper maintenance of equipment.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Carpenter for Boller Construction (2000-2001) Carpenters Apprentice for The Levy Company (1997-2000) Analyst for Air Sampling for Bain Environmental (1997) Carpenters Apprentice for American Acoustics (1995-1997)
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA Construction Outreach Trainer NACE Coating Inspector Level 1 AWCI EIFS Industry Professional Certification Registered Home Inspector Certification Asbestos Fiber Counting Certification Permit Required Confined Space Entry Certification Hazardous Waste Worker Training (40 hr) Certification
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EDUCATION AND ADVANCED TRAINING
Emergency Management, Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ Online Construction Management Coursework, Triton Community College, Illinois Industrial Hygiene Coursework, Old Dominion University, Virginia General Studies Coursework, Norfolk State University, Virginia
Project Management, Villanova University Chicago and Northeast Illinois District Council of Carpenter Apprentice and Trainee Program
Respiratory Protection, Certificate of Competence Aerial Work Platform Trainer Program, Certificate of Competence Respiratory Fit Test Training Program, Certificate of Competence Forklift Safety Trainer, Certificate of Competence
OSHA 500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for Construction Industry California Notary Public Class Suretrak Project Management Tracking Tool
SSPC C3 Supervisor Course in Lead Removal SSPC C2 Course in Specifying and Managing Protective Coatings SSPC C1 Course in Fundamentals of Corrosion SSPC Train the Trainer, Blasting and Coatings
CPR and First Aid OSHA 510 Standards for Construction Industry OSHA 2045 Machinery and Machine Guarding Standards Electrical/Lockout/Tagout Scaffolding 1-Day Confined Space Awareness Aerial Mobile Power Lift Forklift User Fall Protection Awareness
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