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Donald Thomson

Bullhead City

Summary

Dedication to delivering the best of construction quality and project leadership while adhering to deadlines, budgets, and specifications.

Construction Superintendent with excellent leadership and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with engineers, architects, client representatives, building officials, contractors, inspectors, and other industry professionals. Expertise includes planning build sites, negotiating contracts, overseeing subcontractors and laborers, invoicing and billing, developing and following construction schedules, monitoring progress, tracking budgets, and controlling expenses. Seasoned Construction Superintendent boasting 12-year career in construction supervision and monitoring. Dedicated to ensuring projects are completed on-time, within budget and in compliance with local building codes and laws. Thorough knowledge of construction processes and project management strategies.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Superintendent

Horizon Retail Construction Inc
02.2022 - Current
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
  • Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
  • Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.

General Contractor

DT Construction
01.2011 - Current
  • Scheduling, directing, and supervision of subcontractors, analyzing and interpreting blue prints, budget management, truck and equipment maintenance, quality assurance, time management, ensure compliance with building permits, codes, and safety regulations.

Head Superintendent

Diamond Contractors Inc
01.2012 - 03.2023
  • Managed a team of construction professionals, fostering a collaborative environment and optimizing individual strengths for overall project success.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying potential risks and outlining mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost overruns.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects, maintaining strict adherence to schedules and budgets.
  • Reviewed architectural drawings and specifications prior to construction commencement, ensuring all requirements were accurately interpreted by the team.

Lead Carpenter

CES Exteriors
12.2008 - 01.2011
  • Project management for various types of construction projects, supervision of construction crew and subcontractors, strong communication skills and problem solving techniques, developed plans for custom decks and stairs.

Tower Supervisor/Head Climber

Dragon Tower
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Installation of cell phone towers, installation of TMA's and antenna, line of sight, management of tower crew, bookkeeping.

Construction Coordinator/Residential Construction Project Manager

McDonald Remodeling
07.2000 - 01.2008
  • Project management for various types of construction projects, supervision of construction crew and subcontractors, strong communication skills and problem solving techniques, rough framing, interpretation of blue prints, installation of roofing, siding, drywall, windows, compliance with building permits, codes, and safety regulations.

Education

Skills

  • Military Service - Army Special Forces
  • Certified Tower Climber
  • Carpentry
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Subcontractor supervision
  • Construction materials knowledge
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Construction management
  • Change Orders Management
  • Site Safety Management
  • Construction Scheduling

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Construction Superintendent

Horizon Retail Construction Inc
02.2022 - Current

Head Superintendent

Diamond Contractors Inc
01.2012 - 03.2023

General Contractor

DT Construction
01.2011 - Current

Lead Carpenter

CES Exteriors
12.2008 - 01.2011

Tower Supervisor/Head Climber

Dragon Tower
01.2008 - 12.2008

Construction Coordinator/Residential Construction Project Manager

McDonald Remodeling
07.2000 - 01.2008

Donald Thomson