BLAKE MORRIS
Carmel
Summary
Responsible for project administration, including project start-up, staffing, and contract negotiation with subcontractors. Oversees maintenance of quality control systems, schedule requirements, cost accountability, and the establishment of management systems. Duty to ensure close coordination among all project team members, ensuring owners a successful project delivery.
Diligent Project Manager/Design Build Coordinator with background in managing complex projects across various industries. Known for successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles and implement process improvements.
Construction professional with strong expertise in cost estimation, project management, and blueprint analysis. Skilled in collaborating with diverse teams to ensure accurate budget forecasts and successful project completions. Reliable and adaptable, with knack for managing resources efficiently and meeting changing project demands. Proficient in software tools such as HCSS, Bluebeam, and MS Excel, with focus on delivering high-quality results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Globe Asphalt Paving Co. Inc.
11.2021 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Project Manager
Walsh Construction Co.
06.2005 - 11.2021
- Project Manager
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Estimating:
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and reliable delivery schedules.
- Completed multiple bids in HCSS/Heavy Bid. Completed detailed estimates for Heavy Highway projects. Assisted in setting up estimates in HCSS. Oversaw junior estimators/interns during project pursuits.
- Completed detailed quantity takeoffs, finding over/under runs which assisted in cost loading bid items.
- Assisted project managers in developing accurate schedules based on sound estimations, contributing to timely project completions.
- Participated in post-project evaluations to assess accuracy of initial estimates and identify areas for improvement moving forward.
- Evaluated vendor quotes to ensure optimal pricing and product selection, ultimately lowering project costs.
- Increased project accuracy by diligently reviewing plans and specifications for construction projects.
- Design Build Coordinator
- Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in the design process, incorporating best practices to optimize results.
- Anticipated potential challenges during planning phases and devised contingency plans, resulting in minimal disruptions to project timelines.
- Established strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and responsive management of concerns or issues.
Education
Business Management
Indiana University - Kelley School of Buisness
IndianapolisSkills
- 20 Year(s) In Construction Industry
- HCSS/HeavyBid
- Project planning and development
- Microsoft Office
- BlueBeam
- Design Build Projects
- Project management
Certification
ATSSA - Traffic Control Supervisor
First Aid/CPR/AED
Post Tension Slab on Grade Certified Installer
OSHA 430
Timeline
Project Manager
Globe Asphalt Paving Co. Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Walsh Construction Co.
06.2005 - 11.2021
Business Management
Indiana University - Kelley School of Buisness