Gerard C. Luisi
2792 Mariah Drive, Melbourne, FL 32940 Email gcluisi[at]cfl.rr.com
Cell (321) 298-3935 Home - (321) 426-9795

Target Position To obtain a position in the construction industry as a Project Manager and or Superintendent, this will enhance my skills, and utilize my abilities to their fullest, and maintain a long term permanent status.

Experience:

10/07 Currently - Working as an independent contractor (due to Tri C Inc. folding in fall 2007)

2001 2005 Tri C Inc. (General Commercial Construction) Merritt Island, Fl
20062007 (returned to Tri C Inc. after KB Home folding in Treasure Coast Region 12/06, see KB Home below)

Operations Manager (returned to this company after KB Home folding in Treasure Coast Region 12/06)

Responsible in responding to RFPs, including the preparation of conceptual estimates, schedules, and other proposal documents. Participated in client presentation, and overview.
Monitored the progress of design documents and blueprints, participated in design review meetings and provided input regarding constructability.
Responsible for preparing bid packages and invitation to bid inquiries, receiving and analyzing bids, qualifying subcontractors, and awarding subcontracts and purchase orders. Worked hand-in-hand with Director of construction, and construction core personnel to establish job organization, including oversight of all project managers on job sites.
Coordinate requirements of governing authorities for permits, inspections, and final approval of the project with client.
Maintained submittal control, including scheduling, receiving, reviewing, approving and expediting submittals from suppliers and subcontractors to comply with progress schedule and project.
Approved requisitions for payment and other required project invoicing.
Review and monitor project progress, quality and safety. Worked with project managers and made corrections as required to comply with contract and company policy and procedures.
Assisted Director in the development of construction personnel through mentoring and on the job training.
Effectively managed project close out tasks and any warranty work
Managed all subcontractors and suppliers performance, issued all documentation including change orders.
Execute in coordinating the work of multiple trades in the field and schedule all building department inspections.
Reviewed and adhered with all contract documents, plans, specifications and addendums, contracts, change orders, subcontracts, purchase orders, RFIs, scheduling and all submittals.
Provided aggressive management to adhere within a timely completion of project. Responsible for all field executions, direct, coordinate and monitor all subcontractors.
Ensured implementation and enforcement of project quality control systems and safety procedures.
Effectively communicate with senior management, clients and project development teams.

TRI C. Inc. Clients Include:

Quest DiagnosticsTarget StoresMerrill Lynch Lincoln PropertiesHSBC Bank
Wells FargoUBS Financial
2005 2006 KB Homes (Residential) Vero Beach, Fl (Treasure Coast Region folded 12/06)
Superintendent, New Homes (Skip Lots)

Accountable for all construction activities on assigned projects; prepare schedules and interface with all contractors from conception to completion.
Overview blueprints and client upgrades to ensure accurate execution of home; obtain certificate of occupancy in a timely manner to ensure target closing.
Supervise and train assistants in home building processes; interfaced with client for updates and punch list completions; managed an average of 15-20 home sites (skip lots) simultaneously.

1998 - 2001 - Owner & Project Manager, Island Professional Remodeling, Smithtown, NY

1996 -1998 -Lead Foreman Carpentry, Barruto Construction, Bohemia, NY

1990 -1996 - President & Owner, Carolina Building Systems/Home Doctor Network, Raleigh, NC

Skills & Training:
Estimate Bids & ProposalsPrepare BudgetsSupervise, Manage & train staff
Estimate MaterialsPrepare SchedulingProvide Professional Interface
Construction to CodePresent Proposals RFPsWork under Tight Deadlines
Coordinate ContractorsBuyouts & ContractsManage Multiple Sites
Microsoft OfficeSuccessful project deliveryObtain Certificates of Occupancy
Change Orders Pre-construction projectsStrong, Effective Communication
OSHA TrainingRead BlueprintsMulti-Family Projects

Education

Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT
General Business Management
Wake Technical Institute, Raleigh, NC
Residential/Commercial Contractors Exam and Preparation
Residential/Commercial Blueprint Reading
United States Army National Guard
Fire Directional Center Specialist
Class A Military Occupations
Honorable Discharge


References available upon request