Nathan Merchant

Minimized project disruptions due to unforeseen issues with proactive contingency planning efforts.

• Conducted regular site inspections to ensure quality standards were upheld throughout each phase of the construction process while minimizing potential hazards on-site as well as delays in progress timelines.
• Delivered high-quality results, ensuring rigorous adherence to building codes and safety regulations on all sites.
• Managed subcontractors effectively, fostering strong relationships to maintain seamless collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Expedited project completion timelines by coordinating multi-disciplinary teams in a cohesive manner.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local officials, community leaders, and clients, ensuring smooth project progression and positive reputation management.
• Ensured robust safety protocols were in place on all sites, conducting regular training sessions for staff members to minimize accidents and create a secure working environment.
• Improved construction site efficiency by implementing streamlined scheduling and resource allocation processes.
• Collaborated closely with architects and engineers during design and planning phases to ensure seamless integration of construction activities.
• Mitigated risks associated with labor disputes by fostering open communication channels among team members and addressing grievances promptly when necessary.
• Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
• Supervised team of construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
• Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
• Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
• Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
• Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
• Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.

• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
• Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
• Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
• Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
• Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decision making.
• Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
• Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.