Building Contractor Resume
Constructing a house or an office requires lots of planning. It starts from getting a permission for the project from the local authorities. Once the permission is obtained, then follows the process of creating an architectural design, gathering resources, etc. To handle these complex processes, construction companies hire building contractors. These contractors pose knowledge of zoning regulations, basic and advanced construction elements, and the experience to monitor and coordinate every single stage of construction. Getting hired for a residential or commercial project depends on experience of the candidates. Therefore, to apply for the building contractor job, your resume must describe your experience impressively and highlight your achievements.
Resume Sample
Sean T. Carter
4494 Highland View Drive
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: 916-644-4574
Email: stcarter@example.com
Job Objective:
A building contractor position with a construction company to help clients in giving a shape to their dream housing and commercial projects.
Summary of Skills:
- Excellent communication skills and knowledge of building construction practices
- Excellent organizational, coordination and monitoring skills
- Strong Management and leadership skills
- Familiar with the latest zoning regulations
- Great understanding of construction laws and contracting business
- Skilled in obtaining construction permits, creating floor design, and negotiating with suppliers
- Excellent ability to interpret and work according to the blueprints
- Computer literate and hard-working professional
- Skilled in collaborating with other cross-functional teams
Experience:
Building Contractor
Hercules Construction Company, Sacramento, CA
2012 - present
- Studying and understanding the plans of clients to ensure compliance with building codes
- Arranging submission of plans to local authorities for inspection of building work
- Submitting the tenders, prices or quotes to the clients for the project
- Estimating the quantities of material required for building projects and ordering these from building suppliers or advertises for tender
- Arranging and managing subcontractors to work for every stage of construction
- Supervising subcontractor's work to ensure buildings are of an acceptable standard quality and are progressing according to the schedule
- Organizing the delivery times of materials to match with various stages of building process
- Communicating with financial institutions and lawyers on the issues relating to contracts loans for building projects
- Coordinating the activities of office staff included in the payment and preparation of accounts
- Undertaking some of the building work personally
Achievements:
Completed four housing projects worth over $800 million dollars
Building Contractor
Fantasy Homes, Sacramento, CA
2009 - 2012
- Handled housing projects struck by hurricane
- Constructed ranch-styled brick homes for clients ranging from 3000 to 5000 sq. ft.
- Maintained branch bank account
- Got contractor/sub-contractor agreements signed
- Negotiated rates, time-frame for construction contracts
- Managed removal of rubbish from the demolition sites
- Negotiated workers salaries and contracts
- Scheduled subcontractors for project completion
- Resolved issues about construction quality and labor supply
Achievements:
Demolished and re-constructed two residential homes
Awarded for Excellence in Customer Service
Education:
Associate Degree in Construction Management
ABC University, Sacramento, CA
2008
Certifications and Licenses:
Facility Services
Facility Construction
Site & Infrastructure
OSHA Safety Training Certificate
References:
On request.
