Here is a resume sample for a general contractor position that is sure to pique a hiring manager’s interest:
Sample Resume for General Contractor Position
Peter Collins
7364 Lucy Road, Lakewood, NJ 63632
(000) 999-9565
petecol @ email . com
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
SUMMARY
• A versatile, adaptable, and well-organized general contractor with over 5 years of experience in overseeing and managing construction and remodeling projects.
• Well-versed in gathering and evaluating bids and choosing the most appropriate one.
• Track record of reviewing construction drawing prior to bidding processes and ensure that they are engineered according to set specifications
• Hands-on experience in selecting subcontractors by determining their suitability for each sub-project
• Able to proficiently estimate budgets and ensuring quality control through all project modules
• Competent at planning all aspects of the construction project including costs of materials and staffing
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
– Project Planning
– Budget Control
– Staff Acquisition
– Emergency Response
– Materials Procurement
– Permits Obtainment
– Remodeling/Renovation
– Cost Estimation
– Negotiation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NORTH WIND GROUP, Lakewood, NJ (6/2011 to Present)
General Contractor
• Review details of each construction project and generate ideas to handle it properly
• Look for construction jobs and bid on several at the same time
• Hire and train construction workers and subcontractors to handle individual project modules
• Develop and distribute work duties for each construction work and subcontractor
• Establish deadlines and ensure that all work activities are done in accordance to them
• Contact vendors and suppliers to procure supplies and materials for individual project modules
• Negotiate per item price and ensure that total costs of materials and equipment falls within the given budget
• Oversee work duties being performed by workers to ensure compliance with master plan and safety requirements
• Explain the purpose of each project module and clients’ requirements to workers to ensure work conformity
• Ascertain that all construction workers (masons, electricians, carpenters, architects and engineers) are working in sync with each other
Accomplishments
• Finished a restaurant remodeling project within 3 months, just in time for its reopening
• Decreased materials procurement expenses by 50% by contracting a new, local vendor
• Increased project efficiency by 60% by recruiting specialized subcontractors to handle different modules
• Negotiated a particularly difficult to obtain contract which resulted in increased revenue for the company
ARCO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Lakewood, NJ (1/2007 to 6/2011)
Construction Worker
• Comprehended work orders and ensured that appropriate tools and equipment are procured
• Installed and maintained floors and built and repaired walls, doors, window frames and floors
• Performed carpentry activities to complete base cabinets and wall cabinets
• Maintained and repaired concrete and surfacing
• Cleaned and cleared work areas from debris and hazardous materials
EDUCATION
LAKEWOOD COLLEGE, Lakewood, NJ – 2009
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management