Arthur Lekkas
Construction Manager at JAX Refrigeration, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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FEMA ICS-100
FEMAJul, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
30 - Hour
OSHA Training CenterApr, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Traffic Control Supervisor
American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA)Sep, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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JAX Refrigeration, Inc.
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Construction Manager
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Aug 2023 - Present
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Senior Project Manager
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Apr 2022 - Aug 2023
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Project Manager
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Nov 2021 - Apr 2022
Manages project from design/build through completionResponsible for preparing bid packages and invitation to bid inquiries, receiving and analyzing bids, qualifying subcontractors, and awarding subcontracts and major purchase ordersPlans, sequences, and schedules the project with input from the superintendent and subcontractorsManages the project schedule, conducts job site meetings, and prepares updated schedulesResponsible for project cost control including updating of labor cost reports, summary cost reports, and project status summariesManages payments to subcontractors and vendors, including reviewing and approving schedules of value, pay requisitions, invoices, and required insurance coverageEffectively manages project close-out tasks and any warranty workVisits project sites to evaluate progress and to respond to customers concerns or questionsMaintains relationships with customersManages scope, schedule, and budget of projectsDirects activity of on-site superintendentPerforms additional duties which may be required by supervisorProjects range from $500K-$10M Show less
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Schneider Electric
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France
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Manager
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Nov 2020 - Jul 2021
Managed cost reporting, forecasting, buyouts, owner requisitions, subcontractor requisitions and change orders Maintained project documentation to include validation reporting, change control documentation, system point to point checkouts, equipment certifications, system startup, commissioning reports, and provided balancing assistance Worked closely with client and A/E at the project level for the purpose of business development Managed client relations and communications, while maintaining corporate standards Directed and maintained staff responsibilities; established project objectives and goals and prepared and maintained project schedules Collaborated with Project Manager and Superintendent to control and monitor construction progress Managed change orders, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure all costs covered and accounted for Managed daily installation activities to ensure work is being completed as scheduled Drove engineering process to ensure drawings and material lists were completed on time to ensure long lead items can be released Adhered to company safety policies, including subcontract and insurance requirements/safety walkthroughs and site inspections Recruited, trained, mentored, and motivated project team and direct reports Projects ranged from $500K-$10M Show less
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BrandSafway
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United States
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Construction
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Representative
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Nov 2019 - May 2020
Generated sales leads, called on potential new/current customers to discover requirements, sell scaffolding products/services Examined customer specs & prepared proposals fulfilling customer requirements for the sale of product Coordinated engineering services relating to proposals, reviewed blueprints and performed estimating duties related to proposal Presented proposals to customers/respond to customer questions and negotiated terms of sale to the best advantage of the company Coordinated sales, delivery, and assembly of product consistent with customer requirements, revenue and profitability goals Provided leadership, supervision, and direction of job site work crews to fulfill customer requirements/maintain job profitability Discussed requirements with site management ensuring satisfaction and safety of company products and services Reviewed/administered billing activities, ensuring customers were invoiced in accurate/timely manner for all sales and/or rental of scaffolding systems & related services. Maintained business relationship with the customer, followed-up on accounts, securing payment for purchased products/services Maintained documentation of sales activities, related expenses and awareness of competitor’s sales efforts and programs Projects ranged from $25k—$2M Show less
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Sagamore
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Feb 2019 - Nov 2019
Manages estimate and final negotiated cost and scope Prepares detailed cost background and presents to accounting Purchases all subs and vendors presented in cost code breakdown Schedules project in accordance with GC’s initial construction schedule and estimate Works with coordination department to complete the coordination drawings and pre-fab process Actively manages the progress, accuracy and execution of work within scope, cost and agreed upon schedule Documents all schedule deviations and scope changes & presents accurate and timely cost impact to GC Works with GC to ensure agreement with change orders and produces necessary documentation Submits monthly requisitions and approves subcontractor and vendor invoices Closes out projects in a timely manner and in accordance with contract documents Projects range from $1MM—5MM Show less
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Honeywell
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United States
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Controls Project Manager, Pharmaceutical
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Oct 2017 - Feb 2019
Manages cost reporting, forecasting, owner requisitions, payables, subcontractor requisitions and change orders Develops and maintains client and A/E relationships at the project level (business development) Manages client relations and communications and represents the company in project meetings Plans and organizes project management staff responsibilities Establishes project objectives and goals and prepares and maintains project schedules Works with the Project Superintendent to control and monitor construction progress Manages subcontractors and suppliers and manages, prices and negotiates change orders Drives engineering process with teams from abroad Adheres to company safety policies including subcontract and insurance requirements Performs safety walk-through and site inspections Recruit, train, mentor, and motivate project team and direct reports Performs client interviews and direct report reviews Projects range from $500M-$10MM Show less
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RJV Construction Corporation
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Canton, MA
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Project Manager
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May 2016 - Oct 2017
Planned, organized and staffed key field positions Established project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within project boundaries Initiated and maintained relationships with clients and A/E contacts to facilitate the construction activities Monitored & controlled construction of superintendents, ensuring project was completed on schedule & within budget Represented company during project meetings, assisted with subcontractor and labor negotiations and strategy meetings Managed financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest, while maintaining good client relationships Resolved job site issues related to schedules, requests for information, costs and subcontractor performance Monitored job costs, profitability and change orders on a regular basis Managed projects ranging from $1MM to $15MM Show less
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Project Manager
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Jan 2014 - May 2016
Developed budgets by careful examination of a project and its scope of work in to create an equitable budget Scheduled and monitored construction projects to ensure delivery on time and on/under budget Generated and maintained accurate Cost to Complete Reports (CTCR’s) and project submittal logs Fully understood scope of work, provided the best final product to the customer while remaining profitable Worked closely with colleagues, owners, and contractors to develop winning bids Negotiated contracts to procure best pricing, without compromising schedule or quality Optimized resource usage by using labor, equipment, and materials in a cost effective manner Remained in contact with project officials and/or owner(s) to aid in a seamless and profitable construction process Ensured the contract requirements were fulfilled by staff and/or subcontractors Managed multiple projects simultaneously and seamlessly ranging in magnitudes of $100M to $3MM Show less
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RJV Construction
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South Boston
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Project Engineer
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Apr 2013 - Jan 2014
Reviewed construction drawings/documents Calculated material takeoffs Planned, measured, and executed layout of intended work and ensure are ahead of crews Tracked crew’s project progress, quality, and adherence to safety on daily work output Verified work with owner’s representative on a daily/weekly basis to aid in the reconciliation process Managed project timelines to ensure timely project completion Performed project closeout activities Reviewed construction drawings/documents Calculated material takeoffs Planned, measured, and executed layout of intended work and ensure are ahead of crews Tracked crew’s project progress, quality, and adherence to safety on daily work output Verified work with owner’s representative on a daily/weekly basis to aid in the reconciliation process Managed project timelines to ensure timely project completion Performed project closeout activities
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Sonnet Tech.
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Braintree, MA
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Assistant Project Manager
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2008 - 2011
Prepared estimates for projects, tracked factors impacting budget, schedule, or plans Maintained working relationships with engineers and subcontractors Researched and recommended value opportunities Prepared estimates for projects, tracked factors impacting budget, schedule, or plans Maintained working relationships with engineers and subcontractors Researched and recommended value opportunities
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N.E.L. Corporation
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Middleton, MA
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Laborer
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2006 - 2008
Bridge Construction- deck, column, pier, and guard rail repairs New bridge construction Built concrete forms, carpentry, laid and tied rebar, hammered out old concrete Highway road set-up Bridge Construction- deck, column, pier, and guard rail repairs New bridge construction Built concrete forms, carpentry, laid and tied rebar, hammered out old concrete Highway road set-up
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Education
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Wentworth Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science (BSCM), Construction Management