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Civil engineering

Civil engineer

Entry level

Demanding internship position requiring critical reasoning and active learning skills to keep-up within fast-paced work environments.

  • Provided assistance to senior engineers on developing designs and technical solutions for public infrastructures.
  • Researched and handled cost-estimations, and developed detailed reports on project progress.
  • Developed critical skills in drawing up and analyzing blueprints, maps and building plans.
  • Performed ad hoc responsibilities as delegated by supervisors to develop essential skills.

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Civil engineer

Experienced

Oversaw water and wastewater treatment projects while leading a team of engineers, designers, and technicians. Planned, designed, and performed construction, bidding, and rehabilitation of municipal water and wastewater pumping systems and treatment plants including modeling, pipelines, lift stations, and treatment facilities.

  • Oversaw hydraulic models, process calculations, and project reports collaborating with clients, consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public.
  • Ensured and enforced adherence to proper procedures and protocol.
  • Identified and analyzed the principal design features and major design alternatives that satisfy the project’s purpose.

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Construction worker

Construction worker

Experienced

Prepared construction sites by digging trenches and backfill holes while operating equipment and heavy machinery including bulldozers and surveying equipment. Adhered to construction project managers and supervisors’ instructions and followed COVID-19 safety guidelines. Frequently traveled out of town to work on remote job sites as directed by management.

  • Loaded and unloaded building materials while cleaning the construction site by removing hazardous materials and debris.
  • Performed complex physical tasks on a construction site to complete projects on scheduled time such as cleaning up the site, building scaffolds, and controlling traffic on road crews.
  • Effectively documented installations through photographs and written logs.
  • Built and installed extensions, cut brush/weeds, and conducted storm damage repairs.
  • Ensured safety procedures on the job site are followed and reported violations immediately to management. Reported incidents immediately to the safety director with incident reporting procedures established by the company.

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Construction laborer

Entry level

Operated with project leaders, architects, plumbers, electrical, roofing, and builders in modular components.

  • Worked with carpentry, deconstruction, architectural details, repainting, and sealing.
  • Performed a wide range of construction activities as directed by the owner.
  • Dedicated myself to things until they were finished.
  • Built mutual trust with project managers.
  • Renovated both residential and retail residences efficiently.
  • Collected basic materials for fabricating patterns and filling holes.
  • Arranged ladders, scaffolding, and lifting equipment to transport materials to roofs.
  • Performed daily responsibilities such as maintaining equipment cleanliness, which included polishing and pressure cleaning machinery and automobiles.
  • Empowered the teams with technical direction. 

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Architect

Architect

Experienced

Designed, remodeled, and created floor plans while effectively communicating with clients. Utilized CAD programs for designing such as Chief Architect and Sketchup. Managed full life cycle of project design from client interview to completion of design, specification, and submission of permit.

  • Designed customized plans for clients' dream homes and reviewed plans with clients during a final personal plan review.
  • Measured the home site and photographed ensuring Salesperson has documented the existing conditions.
  • Reviewed designs with Design Team, Design Manager, and Salesperson for construction feasibility and cost implications before presenting preliminary drawings to the client.
  • Oversaw workflow design collaborating with staff and subcontractors ensuring excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Drew plans, elevations, 3-D perspectives, site plans, and construction documents related to the project.
  • Worked with the clients throughout the design phase providing weekly updates while effectively communicating with the tradesmen with the changes made by clients which can influence the project design.

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Architect

Experienced

Managed and delivered end-to-end building projects including schematic design, review shop drawings, and submittals while driving consultants to produce successful projects. Ensured quality assurance program is initiated and followed throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Continually demonstrate an ability to recruit and build project teams to achieve client, project, and internal office project goals; strong commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that encourages professional growth.
  • Managed advertisement and bidding for clients, reviewed submittals, and answered Requests for Information.
  • Performed architectural research, developed design concepts and criteria, and prepared reports/calculations, and detailed design and construction documents.
  • Presented plans and documents to governing and permitting authorities for land use, zoning, and permit approvals.
  • Inspected construction of all phases of projects adhering to plans and specifications. Advised contractors on the interpretation of the plans and specifications.
  • Estimated material, drafted construction specifications, and prepared detailed construction documents.

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Heavy equipment operator

Forklift operator

Experienced

Loaded, transported, unloaded, and relocated numerous bulk objects in collaboration with DynCorp lorry drivers.

  • Utilized understanding of shipment procedures to solve challenges.
  • Calculated, manufactured, and integrated clients' orders effectively in preparation for shipment, internal transfer, or client pick-up.
  • Unpacked products obtained from crates and other containers using hand tools.
  • Identified and reported malfunctioning equipment, impairments, and safety concerns to the manager.
  • Removed leftover crates, wood, and acrylic from the workspace and machinery regularly.
  • Verified all outgoing and incoming deliveries were authentic and damage-free.
  • Analyzed the projects to verify they were built correctly and on time.

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Forklift operator

Experienced

Make recommendations for improvements to supervisors. Operate heavy machinery including forklift, pallet mover, swing-reach truck, and picker. Follow manufacturing and organizational rules and guidelines on regulatory and safety compliance.

  • Prepared over 500 deliveries per week with precise staging and team collaboration.
  • Revised employee handbook to include new safety procedures that reduced safety incidents by 50%.
  • Improved environmental and legal compliance by initiating a start-up checklist completed prior to each shift.

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Construction manager

Construction project manager

Senior

Oversaw several high-profile construction projects from inception to completion. Facilitated several roles: Project Manager, Project Superintendent, Project Engineer, and Lead Assistant Superintendent. Maintained positive relationships with Clients, Architects, Engineers, and other project stakeholders to facilitate pre-construction, construction, and post-construction activities. Collaborated with superintendents daily about project and subcontractor progress. Evaluated subcontractor’s bids, negotiated and prepared subcontractor agreements.

  • Managed $90 M of 200,000 SF Commercial Building and $50 M Elementary School of 100,000 SF.
  • Reviewed invoices and payment requests against open contracts, purchase orders and prepare monthly pay applications.
  • Directed all field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with superior workmanship that conformed to original plans and specifications.
  • Maintained construction paperwork by processing submittals, updated construction drawings with RFIs, ASIs, and PRs, and ensured subcontractors had the latest information.

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Construction superintendent

Experienced

Managed and supervised end-to-end construction projects of building over $5M of custom residential homes including preparing pre-construction budgets and estimates ensuring all projects are delivered on time and within budget ensuring optimum usage of machines, labor, and materials. Supervised Foreman and contractors while effectively communicating and enforced site safety protocols to new hires.

  • Administered benefits, time, payroll, and attendance for unit staff.
  • Minimized project life cycle time by scheduling home construction meetings with the trade and supply contractors.
  • Maintained good housekeeping practices in homes and subdivisions.
  • Created project management plans aligning staffing needs for each phase of construction.
  • Appraised subcontractors’ performance and promptly submitted invoices.
  • Inspected homes to monitor progress and oversaw walkthroughs ensuring staff and subcontractors comply with company construction standards, quality control, and safety procedures.

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Welder

Welder

Entry level

Operated a wide range of welding equipment, performing the four common welding types, including shielded metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and gas tungsten arc welding.

  • Interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and sketches, building complex structures through accurate welding of trusses, columns, and rafters.
  • Ensured quality by conducting exhaustive inspections on all welded surfaces and joints, identifying and remediating any flaws.
  • Lauded by the management for delivering quality works three times faster than most starter-level welders.

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Welder

Experienced

Operated various metal forming and cutting machines such as Plasma, Shears, Iron Worker, Brakes, Drill Presses, and Saws. Welded all metals, ferrous and non-ferrous. GTAW (TIG) welding processes.

  • Utilized TIG welder to assemble fabricated metal products efficiently to maximize production.
  • Produced strong penetrated welds that are smooth, non-porous, and consistent while adhering to procedures and Welding Safety and OSHA requirements.
  • Used appropriate jigs and fixtures to assist in the assembly process.
  • Maintained a level of output that will minimize production delays. Ensured work areas are clean and organized.

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Landscaping

Landscaper

Experienced

Managed all landscape maintenance tasks with a sense of pride and ownership adhering to established quality guidelines for daily property conditioning. Led landscape crews to achieve established goals through continuous training and mentoring.

  • Implemented customer referral program to facilitate word-of-mouth advertising; encouraged customer referrals by offering incentives to the clients and referral discounts to new clients.
  • Constructed paths or paved areas, walls, rockeries, ponds and water features, sheds, and fences across the park.
  • Performed landscape maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, bed grooming, pruning, fertilizing, blowing, weed control, and repair of irrigation.
  • Planned and supervised landscape maintenance activities according to schedules, standards, and procedures.
  • Assigned daily tasks to the maintenance crew ensuring the crew delivers top-quality projects on time.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding methods, material, and price ranges.
  • Estimated labor, material, and machine costs.

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Landscaper

Entry level

Delivered a variety of landscaping tasks at the hospitals and medical centers such as planting, weeding, digging, spreading topsoil and materials, general lawn maintenance, and seasonal lawn preparation under the supervision of the Landscaping Supervisor. Operated lawnmowers and other landscaping equipment assisting Facilities Maintenance staff on assigned projects.

  • Performed routine lawn maintenance duties including grass cutting, lawn edging, and weed pulling.
  • Provided seasonal lawn care, such as spring and fall clean-up.
  • Utilized picks and shovels to dig holes and trenches and excavated for landscaping and hardscaping.
  • Graded and applied seed, straw/ sod using hand tools.
  • Maintained assigned equipment and informed Landscaping Supervisor about required repairs.
  • Promptly answered customer inquiries and completed projects in a professional manner.
  • Loaded equipment and materials on and off trucks and trailers.
  • Performed snow removal duties during winter such as shoveling, and salting.

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Contractor

Independent contractor

Experienced

Managed multiple home repair, maintenance, and remodeling projects. Supervised and guided subcontractors on proper handling and maintenance of equipment, ensuring safety procedures, company’s policy, state, and federal regulations are followed at all times.

  • Read blueprints and construction documents while managing construction schedule and monitoring inventory.
  • Delivered high-quality remodeling projects by effectively collaborating with construct managers, builders, electricians, plumbers, and architects.
  • Ensured projects are completed as per company standards on time and within budget.
  • Installed custom options by accurately pricing and coding invoices.
  • Scheduled and tracked subcontractors' work time to process payroll.
  • Updated and documented all maintenance issues and project progress to the Construction Manager daily.

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Contractor

Experienced

Managed 30 complex construction projects over 2 years collaborating with clients and their architects and designers from conception to completion including cost-benefit analysis and estimation. Utilized construction management strategies, cost tracking systems to complete projects from inception to completion while delivering exceptional personalized service. Oversaw all stages of residential, remodeling, and commercial construction projects and managed construction professionals to implement day-to-day operations.

  • Associated with land department officials to ensure accuracy of grade, wall placements, curbs, streets, and utilities.
  • Utilized sustainable design and construction methods that increase building efficiency and reduce operating costs.
  • Helped clients in selecting materials and systems that improve the workplace environment, limit waste, and extend the building’s lifecycle.
  • Managed quality control efforts, project management, and homebuyer inspections.
  • Acquired new properties and develops the scope of work and budgets for improvements; executes RFP’s, negotiate final contracts, and manages the project from inception to completion.
  • Directed all field personals to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with high-quality workmanship that confirmed to original plan and specification.
  • Maximized profits by building positive industry relationships and customer partnerships.
  • Partnered with multiple Community Redevelopment Agencies to create affordable housing on infill lots.

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Objectives and summaries

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Civil engineering

Achievement oriented civil engineer offering a remarkable career taking on and successfully delivering on increasingly challenging projects. Exceptional at building and leading specialized teams that apply engineering principles and innovative solutions to deliver projects according to clients’ specifications.

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Construction worker

Dedicated and competent general laborer with great physical endurance and strength. Good hand-eye and brain coordination required to handle precise work. Results-oriented and friendly, with the capacity to collaborate with the client's objectives. Expert in the use of hand and power tools in a safe manner. Track record of performance enables the accomplishment of effectiveness and on-time productivity goals.

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Architect

Creative and quality-focused Architect with extensive experience in planning, designing, and construction documents including code analysis and schematic drawings. Communicates and collaborates with the client to understand functional and spatial requirements of new structure/site/renovation. Proficiency in Building Information Modeling (BIM), AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Certified in LEED BD+C.

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Heavy equipment operator

Highly engaged and productive counterbalance forklift operator with increasing levels of responsibility. Worked tirelessly in high-volume workplaces, putting quality and reliability foremost. Competent in operating forklifts in a warehouse setting to complete several tasks. Safely operates and maintains pallet jacks with considerable precision. Demonstrated ability to handle stock pulling and storage activities under business policies.

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Construction manager

Construction Project Manager with 3 years of experience in coordinating the construction of large-scale residential and commercial buildings. Proven capacity to plan and control multimillion-dollar budgets, negotiate contracts, slash costs, and heighten overall efficiency and throughput. Brings exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

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Welder

Skilled Welder offering 6+ years of experience in fabrication and repair of industrial structures. Impeccable track record of delivering complex structural projects within the time, cost, and quality constraints. Develops high-performing teams by training and mentoring junior welders in all aspects of fabrication, including blueprint and design reading.

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Landscaping

Recent Landscaping Certificate Graduate with knowledge in the care of indoor and outdoor gardens and plant life in commercial and public locations such as botanical gardens, hotels, and malls. Monitors and maintains plant health. Waters gardens, lawns, and landscapes. Demonstrates physical stamina, self-motivation, and flexibility to ensure responsibilities are met in a timely fashion and colleagues’ work is made easier.

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Contractor

Experienced, results-oriented contractor with a background in logistics, management, and repair and maintenance. Several projects with competing priorities, such as infrastructure provision, regular inspections, and process control, were dominated. Exceptional cost estimate skills and experience working on restoration and new construction projects. Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, workers, machinery, and materials required for the project. Focused and aware of all minor and major construction standards.

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Civil engineering

Result oriented civil engineer offering a focused ability to evaluating and developing innovative solutions to engineering problems. Looking to secure a challenging position within a reputable construction company that offers access to bigger and intriguing projects.

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Construction worker

A highly skilled and motivated general laborer with 6+ years of experience is seeking a position in a manufacturing or production environment to use expertise for productive purposes and demonstrate the willingness and abilities to become an asset to the company.

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Architect

Ambitions and creative architectural professional with consistency in delivering exceptional concepts and products looking for employment with a construction company for making improvements to existing frameworks.

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Heavy equipment operator

Work-oriented person with 6+ years of experience and excellent comprehension and analytical skills, looking for opportunities as a forklift operator in the corporate industry.

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Construction manager

Results-driven Construction Manager with 4+ years' experience in managing all facets of residential and commercial development projects. Seeking a new role with ABC Company to leverage construction expertise in delivering multi-million-dollar projects.

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Welder

Certified Welder seeking a position with ABC Company to leverage incomparable skills in fabrication techniques to aid in the production of high-quality steel structures.

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Landscaping

Hard-working individual seeking the right company to put my education, experience, and skills to work. Knowledgeable in the technical use of various tools and machines and ability to conduct physical labor to maintain outdoor residential and commercial settings.

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Contractor

A highly motivated contractor who appreciates the value of documentation and teamwork with 6+ years of experience in construction management is ready to utilize his abilities to achieve deadlines and search for a job in the industry to contribute skills and expertise.

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