DEREK R. CUMMINS

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

A proven track record of completing projects on schedule and budget in harsh environmental conditions with aggressive time lines. Builds excellent relationships with clients, suppliers, contractors and inspectors which lead to repeat business and a successful work environment. An ability to work in multiple locations with minimal supervision where self-reliance and lateral thinking are required. Excellent interpersonal skills, a professional attitude, and firm personality to see tough jobs through independently or as a team member.

EDUCATION
BA in Technology with a minor in Business Management
Ohio Northern University, Ada, Ohio 1996
Achieved excellence and inducted to Epsilon Pi Tau honor society.
Member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
Intramural basketball champions 1995 & 1996

SKILLS

Creative design, problem solving and analytical talents, structured business skills and technology savvy.
Keen instincts to quickly effect change and improvement-with key expertise in visualizing, designing and executing business processes.
Proven multi-tasking capabilities with strong ability to plan, prioritize and manage complex projects under aggressive time lines.
Excellent market research and competitive analysis skills with extensive experience in data collection and documentation.
Strong leadership talents, team player attitude and spirit and a natural ability to establish consensus among cross-functional lines.
Capable of managing the entire construction cycle with the success of four consecutive years 100% on schedule and on budget.
Accurately read plans, interpret contract specifications and follow construction standards.
Ability to establish projected material and labor quantity take-offs.
Manage all construction costs within budgeted allowance.
Quality control, Field testing and surveying
Proficient in erosion control and project safety per OSHA standards.
Computer skills include: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Suretrak & Viewpoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Great strength in building relationships within and outside an organization.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Miller Valentine Commercial Construction, Dayton, OH2006 - 2008
Assistant Project Manager
Assisted in the overall administration and technical direction of multiple design/build commercial construction projects valued in excess of $12 million annually.
-Two WaterStone Place 75,000 SF 3-story office building - $12 million
-Mission Point Site Development 76 acres - $4 million
-Mission Point Blvd. 1000 FT of 4 lane roadway - $400,000
-2601 Mission Point Blvd. 94,000 SF 3-story office building - $8 million
-Lofts at One West High St. 24,000 SF Multi-use building -$4 million
-MI Homes TI 6,000 SF office & design center build out - $300,000
-Scroggins Information Systems Renovation 3,000 SF TI - $200,000
Assisted in the office and field management of a $12 million project (Two WaterStone Place) that earned the 2008 ABC Award of Excellence in Design/Build Construction, 2008 Tilt-Up Achievement Award from the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) and the 2008 Design-Build Award from the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA).
Collaborated with project team to earn LEED Certification for a 3-story office building (2601 Mission Point Blvd.).
Increased productivity by aiding in the introduction of a standardized approach to planning and scheduling.
Raised project profitability by initializing and monitoring a site metrics program.
Established project estimates based on bid solicitation, bid comparison and quantity take-offs.
Worked with clients to determine the most economical solutions to meet their project requirements.
Developed and presented job proposals to potential clients.
Coordinated project designs with architects and engineers to assure all client needs and expectations were met.
Created bid forms, specifications & scopes of work for each phase of construction.
Negotiated and documented client contracts and vendor/subcontract agreements.
Managed account payables and receivables for each project.
Maintained up to date project cost projections that assured completion within budget.
Created and maintained project schedules utilizing Suretrak that established the most productive workflow.
Insured all construction drawings were complete which minimized potential errors in field execution.
Researched cost effective solutions to project problems in order to maintain budget.
Compiled O&M manuals and coordinated training of the maintenance staff for each project.

Drees Homes, Ft. Mitchell, KY1999 2006
Builder
Managed completion of residential projects valued in excess of $4 million annually.
Mentored production team to develop essential skills and a positive work ethic that promoted increased company productivity.
Created and developed best building practices on several prototype models that have proved to be best sellers in the market.
Achieved and maintained 100 % level of excellence for two consecutive years in all categories set forth by the Drees Company. Those categories included: scheduling, cost control, homeowner recommendations and closing sign off procedure.

Inverness Homes, Cincinnati, OH1997 1999
Job Superintendent
Site Manager for over 60 home build-outs.
Received most productive builder of the year award 1998.
Trained future superintendents for a successful career.
Met inspectors on site to keep development process proactive.

CERTIFICATIONS / SPECIAL TRAINING

LEED AP
Certified OSHA trainee
Certified concrete technician ACI
Lean Manufacturing Certificate Definity Partners
Customer service training - University of Cincinnati
Multicultural communication training
Certified in CPR and first aid