Project Manager/Superintendent

  Offer vast experience in running operations and managing projects within both commercial and residential sectors, with consistent track record of success:

  Owned and operated profitable heavy equipment grading company; Class A Licensed Contractor, State of North Dakota

  Grew business to leverage for recent sale at solid return on investment

  Increased annual sales from $500K to $1.5M

  Successfully bid, contracted and managed projects valued from $150K to $1.2M

  Soon after launching industry career, rapidly progressed from Equipment Operator to Crew Foreman and ultimately General Superintendent, in recognition of contributions to company success along with dynamic leadership qualities

  Comprehensive background in heavy equipment excavation, with specialization in commercial and residential grading and development, from estimating, bidding and contracting to full-scope project management from startup and jobsite supervision through on-time, on-budget delivery

  Excel in strategically planning and coordinating projects, managing crews and resources and steering operations to maximize efficiency, quality and profitability

  Well-versed in industry regulatory and safety standards; OSHA Certified

  Proficient in operating wide range of heavy equipment

West Valley Contracting Bismarck, ND 2000-2017

Owner/Operator

  Managed operations of heavy equipment grading company, with accountability spanning bidding, estimating, contracting, and complete project management through human resources, administrative and financial/P&L

  Effectively consulted with clients to define needs, presented competitive bids and negotiated contracts to generate high-volume sales and drive business growth; built productive relationships and maintained ongoing communications with owners, developers and engineers

  Strategically developed and administered project and operational budgets to optimize use of resources, control costs and maximize profits

  Effectively supervised Office Manager along with team of 6 employees

  Efficiently maintained detailed daily time sheets, project cost and progress records/ documentation and related administrative paperwork

Earthworks Inc. Bismarck, ND 1982-1999

General Superintendent

  Steadily progressed with company, culminating in managing multiple crews of 4-6 operators in role of General Superintendent

  Promoted from Equipment Operator to Crew Foreman, with responsibilities ranging from training and coordinating crews and facilitating weekly safety meetings through setting grades and controlling equipment supplies inventory

  Launched career with company efficiently and safely operating heavy equipment; included 613c Paddle Scrapers, 140 Cat Motor Graders, 950 Cat Loaders, Skid Steers, and Dozers

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Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in as a (INSERT ACTUAL TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

As demonstrated, I offer you extensive experience in the heavy equipment excavation industry, with expertise in managing commercial and residential grading and development operations and projects, from estimating, bidding and contracting through complete on-site project management. I am highly effective in consulting with clients, developing and presenting competitive bids, securing contracts, and maintaining productive relationships with all project stakeholders, from owners through trades. I have also excelled in strategically planning, coordinating, and steering projects to ensure on-time, on-budget completion.

After building and operating a successful Class A Licensed contracting business since 2000, I have recently capitalized on the opportunity to negotiate the lucrative sale of my business. I am now eager to embark on the next stage of my career, and believe you will find me to be a dynamic leader and collaborative team player leveraged to deliver immediate and long-range results.

I welcome the opportunity to interview at your earliest convenience, and look forward to your response.

Professionally,

Dan Hjelmen