Building & Construction

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Jeanine Stelly

jeanine.stelly@gmail.com | (691) 953-4384 | Lincoln, NE

Summary


I am an experienced Building & Construction professional with over 8 years of experience in the industry. I have expertise in dwellings, commercial buildings and multi-level buildings. My areas of expertise include construction project management, estimating and budgeting, site administration, and quality assurance. I have an excellent understanding of safe work practices, building codes and regulations, material selection, and problem-solving. I am a reliable, highly organized and detail-oriented individual with solid communication and interpersonal skills. I have a proven track record of successful project completion and am confident in my ability to contribute to any team.

Experience


Construction Manager at Kiewit Corporation, NEMay 2022 - Present

  • Led a team of 30 construction workers in the building of a school. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Managed the construction of a 20-story office tower. The project was completed on time and within budget.
  • Oversaw the renovation of an old factory into a modern shopping center. The project was completed on time and under budget.
  • Successfully managed the construction of 100 single family homes in one year.

Construction Superintendent at Union Pacific Railroad, NEAug 2019 - Apr 2022

  • Led a team of 30 construction workers in the building of a luxury apartment complex. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Supervised the construction of a new wing for a hospital. The wing included 50 patient rooms, 10 operating rooms, and an ICU unit.
  • Oversaw the renovation of an old office building into modern apartments.
  • Was in charge of constructing 3 new schools in underserved areas.
  • Successfully managed the construction crew that built an extension to highway 495.
  • Led team that constructed 20 houses for Habitat For Humanity.

Construction Project Manager at Peter Kiewit Sons' Inc., NESep 2015 - Jun 2019

  • Led a team of 30 construction workers to successfully complete a $2 million office building in 9 months.
  • Completed a 200-unit apartment complex ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Successfully managed the construction of a new school despite challenges with the weather and unexpected site conditions.
  • Was able to negotiate favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, resulting in cost savings for the project.
  • 5 more.

Education


High School Diploma in Building & Construction at Lincoln High School, Lincoln, NEAug 2011 - May 2015

Some skills I've learned are reading and understanding blueprints, using power tools, and performing basic carpentry.

Skills


  • Construction
  • Building
  • Materials
  • Tools
  • Safety
  • OSHA Regulations

Burdell Hirshey

burdell.hirshey@gmail.com | (294) 484-5644 | 3120 S 4th St, Saint Louis, MO 63118

Summary


I am a Building & Construction professional with over 8 years experience in the industry. I have a proven track record of delivering successful projects on time and within budget. I have a deep knowledge of the building and construction industry, including building codes and regulations, materials, and techniques. My ability to think critically and problem-solve allows me to anticipate and address potential issues before they become major problems. As a team leader, I am able to motivate and inspire my team to complete tasks efficiently and effectively. I am always willing to lend a hand and go the extra mile to ensure the success of any project.

Experience


Construction Manager at Clayco, MOMay 2022 - Present

  • Led a team of 12 construction workers in the building of a new wing for a local hospital. The project was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Managed the construction of a 100-unit apartment complex. The project was completed on time and within budget.
  • Oversaw the renovation of an old schoolhouse into a community center. The finished product won several awards for its design and craftsmanship.
  • Was responsible for the construction of a new shopping mall in downtown area.The project was successfully completed despite some challenges with zoning regulations . 5)Successfully managed & delivered high quality homes to over 200 happy customers.

Construction Superintendent at McCarthy Building Companies, MOAug 2020 - Mar 2022

  • Led a team of 30 construction workers in the successful completion of a $3 million office building.
  • Completed a $5 million shopping center ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Successfully completed construction projects on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards.
  • Managed all aspects of commercial, residential and industrial construction projects from start to finish.
  • Oversaw safety compliance for all company employees & subcontractors.

Construction Project Manager at Turner Construction Company, MOSep 2015 - Jun 2020

  • Led a construction team of 50 workers to complete a $2 million project on time and under budget.
  • Hired and trained new staff members, resulting in a 15% increase in productivity.
  • Negotiated with vendors to save 10% on materials costs for the next project.
  • Resolved conflicts between different teams working on the same project, ensuring smooth progress towards completion.
  • Wrote daily reports detailing progress made and any issues encountered, which were used to make decisions about changes to the schedule or budget.

Education


High School Diploma in Building & Construction at Parkway West High School, MOSep 2010 - May 2015

I've learned how to read and interpret construction drawings, how to estimate construction costs, and how to schedule construction projects.

Skills


  • Construction
  • Building
  • Architecture
  • Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Construction Management
  • Contract Administration