Kevin Poland has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry as a construction supervisor. He has a proven track record of bringing projects in on schedule and at or below budget. He is skilled in managing all phases of construction projects from start to completion and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously. Currently, he is the owner and partner of AZAP General Contracting, specializing in commercial projects like offices, retail stores, and restaurants.
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1. Kevin Poland
631 E. Ivanhoe Street, Chandler, Arizona 85225
Daytime Phone: (602) 402-3462 Email: kevinpoland@cox.net
A detail and value oriented construction supervisor, with skills and experience in the construction industry
Summary of Qualifications
Over 25 years proven track record bringing jobs in on schedule and at or below budget.
Strong management and communication skills with project owners and subcontractors.
Able to work well with clients to resolve issues, perform planning and ensure satisfaction
Manage all phases of construction from ground breaking to completion.
Highly adept at directing multiple construction and site development projects.
Professional History
AZAP General Contracting – Chandler, AZ 2008-Present
Owner/Partner
• Qualifying Party for Arizona B-1 General Contractor license
• Oversee all operations and management responsibilities for AZAP General Contracting
• Specialized in commercial projects; Business & medical offices, Retail stores & Restaurants
• Work with owners & architects from conception through completion of projects
Asset Construction – Scottsdale, AZ 2008 - 2009
Superintendent
• Lead Superintendent for commercial ground ups
• Established strong working relationship with clients, owners, architects, engineers and subcontractors
• Scheduling and supervision of inspections, subcontractors and laborers
Kroll Contractors – Tempe, AZ. 2005 – 2007
Superintendent
• Lead Superintendent for commercial ground ups, shell buildings and tenant improvements
• Established strong working relationship with clients, owners, architects and subcontractors
• Scheduling and supervision of subcontractors and laborers
• Mig and gas welding, metal fabrication.
• Installation of wood, timely, H/M doors, jambs - hardware, closures, panic bars, etc.
PMI Realty - Phoenix, AZ. 2002 – 2005
Assistant Manager
• In charge of maintenance, repairs and remodeling
• Responsible for inventory control
• Directly deals with vendors/distributors
• Performs clerical and financial functions, Customer Service
JWJ Design Builders - Mesa, AZ. 1997 – 2002
Superintendent
• Established strong working relationship with clients, owners, architects and subcontractors
• Hired, scheduled, supervised subcontractors and laborers
• Metal, wood framing and layout
• Lead finish carpenter, fabrication and installation of custom cabinets, millwork and counters
• Installation of prefab, custom doors and hardware
• Ordered and expedited materials
• Mig & Gas welding
Education
Santiago High School – Industrial Occupation – Graduated
Golden West College (CA) – 1 year
Gateway & MCC (AZ) – 2 years
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