Kenneth C. Harding
23 Holly Tree Lane
Middleboro, MA 02346
mobile: 774-406-0982
home: 508-923-0241
Education
[ 1976-1978 ]Massasoit Community College, Brockton, MA
AS in Business Administration
[ 1978-1980 ] Rhode Island College, Providence, RI
Business Administration
QUALIFICATIONS:
*Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills
*Extensive, diverse managerial experience in construction, project management and hotel settings
*Outstanding professional performance both independently and as part of a team with excellent communication skills
*Extensive knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and preventative maintenance processes
* Developed Capital Improvement programs
Professional Experience
KC Harding Construction Company, North Atteboro / Middleboro, MA
Independent Contractor [1987-present]
Subcontractor for multiple commercial and residential accounts
*Present financials, goals, schedules to various boards and committees
*Site visits, coordinating projects with Planning and Engineering Departments, Boards of Health and Building Inspectors
*MA Community Development program
*Commercial and residential site work, excavation, construction
*Heavy equipment operation, concrete, asphalt, title 5, demolition, bidding, budget estimating, scheduling, purchasing, advertising, negotiating, bookkeeping, payroll
*Ability to accurately read architectural drawings
*Knowledge of electrical and building codes both residential and commercial, new construction and renovations
*Supervision of projects and construction teams
*Hiring, management and evaluation of personnel
Sheraton Tara Hotel, Framingham, MA
Chief Engineer [1985-1987]
*Maintained and serviced the entire facility consisting of 400 rooms, two kitchens, health spa, function rooms, two restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, lobby and grounds, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry departments, boiler room
*Management and leadership of staff of 25
*Responsible for scheduling, payroll, forecasting; hiring, training
*Established a preventative maintenance program for all departments
*Coordinated installation of new equipment for full laundry and energy efficiency
*Oversaw a multi-million dollar renovation (including 200 hotel rooms, lobby/front desk, kitchen areas, heath and fitness, spa and pool areas and hospitality suites, grounds)- beautification award received.
*Complete understanding of all building related systems and equipment: Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Life Safety, IT
*Followed company preventive maintenance procedures and guidelines for guestrooms, equipment, public space, landscaping and building envelope
*Maintained engineering checkbook accounting procedures to ensure department operated within budgeted guidelines, while maintaining required stock of supplies and materials
*Effectively supervised, trained, assigned tasks, and followed up with staff to ensure maximum productivity
*Maintained accurate records to support R & M budget, PM programs, Capital Budget, Capital Projects, Life Safety Systems and Inspections, etc.
*Maintained all Engineering spaces in safe, clean, organized, energy efficient manner
*Toured hotel daily, identifying conditions that required action
57 Park Plaza Hotel, Boston, MA
Chief Engineer [1983-1985]
*Maintenance and service of the entire facility of 370 rooms, two restaurants, two function facilities, three kitchens, a full laundry, a 6 story parking garage, two movie theaters, boiler room, plumbing, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, set up of HVAC department
*Managed staff of 12, scheduling, payroll, hiring, training
*Established a preventative maintenance program for all departments
*Established fix-it program for rooms division, eliminating repetitive slips
*Coordinated the installation of a cell phone transfer relay station
*Coordinated the installation of a new roof
*Oversaw and coordinated the complete renovation of the entire hotel
Copley Plaza Hotel, Boston, MA
Assistant Chief Engineer [1980-1983]
Interest
Golf, football and baseball coaching, singing, history
Professional MembershipsYMCA member 18 years, Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus, Elks, Mitchell Memorial Club, Little League Board of Directors, Local 4 (operating engineers) and local 104 (electrical) union memberships
Hoisting License, CDL, Title V license
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