Erik J. Bortz has over 20 years of experience in construction and restoration project management. He currently works as a Warehouse Manager and Restoration Lead Technician for BELFOR Restoration, where he manages the warehouse and supervises restoration technician crews. Previously, he was a Level 4 Technician, Production Coordinator, and Estimator for RestoreCore, where he managed daily operations of technician crews, performed estimates, and developed training programs. He also has experience as a Store Manager and Project Manager/Maintenance Director for other construction and restoration companies.

1. Erik J. Bortz E-Mail: ejbonline@msn.com
(C) 484-619-1157
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Project Manager/ Restoration Professional with extensive experience in residential, commercial, &
industrial restoration & maintenance with specialized focus on mitigation/remediation of large loss
projects; 20+ years in construction with 10 years of that experience in construction supervision, including
production planning & take-offs, estimating, budgeting, contracting, purchasing, and invoicing.
Employment Experience:
03/2015 – Present Warehouse Manager/Content Supervisor/Restoration Lead Technician
BELFOR Restoration, Lehigh Valley PA
 Trained & operating in DSI & JD Edwards warehouse management applications.
 Trained & operating in ICAT Fast Pack-out content management software.
10/2011- 02/2015 Level 4 Technician/Production Coordinator/Estimator
RestoreCore, Lehigh Valley PA
 Managed daily operations of 3-6 technician crews performing emergency services.
 Responsible for all consumable/material acquisitions, equipment purchases & repairs, and vehicle
inspections and servicing.
 Conducted weekly job reports and documentation reviews along with quarterly technician production
reviews and progress counseling.
 Performed the majority of the initial site inspections, production scope requirements, and 35-50% of
all emergency service estimates and repair/reconstruction estimates calculated to be
between $5,000 & $50,000.
 Developed and implemented the “Steps to Success” program where I mentored the new hires for the
first 2-3 weeks of their initial employment.
 Worked directly with company Business Developers in identifying & marketing to potential clients
and property adjusters.
09/2009-10/2011 Store Manager, Turkey Hill, Macungie, PA
 Managed a 24 hour store with 12-15k weekly average in sales.
 Responsible for complete staffing process, which included conducting interviews, employment
offers, new employee training and scheduling for 20+ employees.
 Performed and processed all gas and consumable orders for the entire store.
01/2007- 09/2009 Project Manager/Maintenance Director, Coopersburg Construction Corp,
Coopersburg, PA
 Supervising residential and commercial restoration & reconstruction including catastrophic fire
and water loss claims for insurance companies working directly with agents, contractors and
insured customers.
 Performed initial Emergency Planning walkthrough inspections with commercial property owners
for the creation and implementation of disaster ready plans.
 Organized and directed additional site inspections with property management companies at multi
family units, commercial and light industrial properties for preventive maintenance reports &
recommendations.
 Schedule, monitor, and inspect all work from project start-up to completion.
 Maintain budgets, process invoices, control project costs, and estimate creation using Microsoft
Access, Excel, Power Point and Xactimate programming.

2. Erik J. Bortz E-Mail: ejbonline@msn.com
(C) 484-619-1157
10/1999-10/2006 Field Supervisor/Sales Assistant, U.S Stucco and Stone and U.S Contracting,
Allentown, PA
 Managed multiple sites daily throughout the Lehigh Valley.
 Coordinated and performed sales activities, project scheduling and daily operations for 18
employees in addition to 5-10 contracted crews.
 Conducted on-site meetings and organizing present and future projects.
Certification:
 IICRC certified in Water Damage Restoration, Fire and Smoke Restoration, Applied Structural
Drying, Odor Control, Carpet Cleaning & Color Repair.
 Lead Remediation & Abatement
Professional Strengths:
 Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels-often in fast breaking and rapidly
changing situations.
 Exceptional versatility with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a pressured environment.
 Capability in working with clients to implement solutions.
 Excellent/solid communication, interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills.
 A high quality of service working both as a team member and individually.
Technical Skills:
 Proficient in the use of Microsoft Access, Excel, Power Point, Xactimate programming, PSA, and
Timberline.
Education & Training:
 Certified Mold Remediation Course, Completed (06/13), by instructor Michael McGuiness,
CIH, CET, and CIAQP.
 Certified for sales & application training, Completed (04/01-09/05), with EIFS, Grailcoat,
Arcostucco & Arcostone.
 Microsoft Office Training course, Completed (10/03), Lehigh Carbon Community College
 Attend Lehigh Carbon Community College, Schnecksville, PA (03/00-06/04)
 High School Diploma, William Allen High School, Allentown, PA (06/92)
References: References furnished upon request.