John O'Brien

Construction project management professional with over a decade of hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction, including seven years as a home inspector. Proven ability to manage complex projects, ensure adherence to specifications and drawings, meet budgets and schedules, and uphold safety standards. Skilled in coordinating with cross-functional teams and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Project Manager - ARC Interior Construction, Inc. - New York, NY

(2026-01)

• Manage site operations and safety.
• Coordination with General Contractors for scope, billing, and extra work.
• Manage schedules and material requirements.
• Submittals and RFIs
• Projects: Approximately ten simultaneous, midsize projects located throughout the five boroughs (Restaurants, High-rise office fit outs)

Project Engineer / Project Manager - EA Restoration - Syosset, NY

(2025-01 - 2026-01)

• Guide projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring adherence to budget, safety, timeline, and quality.
• Conduct value engineering in the preconstruction phase.
• Manage sub-contractors for scope compliance and cost.
• Oversee document control, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Coordinate and schedule onsite labor.
• Project: Nassau County Community College Culinary Arts Building ($10 Million | 10,000 sq. ft.)

Construction Manager / Project Manager / Owner Representative / Facilities Manager - Orbic - Hauppauge, NY

(2024-01 - 2025-01)

• Manage project budgets and timelines.
• Ensure construction conforms to project plans and code compliance.
• Coordinate preconstruction efforts with architect, engineer, and general contractor to develop and ensure project vision.
• Oversee, manage, and coordinate various trades to meet project deliverables.
• Troubleshoot and maintain any ongoing building maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Research, discern, recommend, and hire qualified vendors for each aspect of a project.
• Projects: The Ashi Hotel and Banquet Center, North Brunswick, NJ ($25 Million | 45,000 sq. ft.); Orbic Manufacturing Facility, Hauppauge, NY ($40 Million | 60,000 sq. ft.)

Project Engineer / Project Manager - EA Restoration - Syosset, NY

(2021-01 - 2024-01)

• Manage onsite labor and provide detailed daily logs.
• Assist in coordination between trades to ensure constructability.
• Oversee document control, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Projects: Nassau County Family Matrimonial Court House, Mineola, NY ($85 Million | 300,000 sq. ft.); Nassau County Center for Training and Intelligence, Garden City, NY ($30 Million | 30,000 sq. ft.); Interior Renovations at 253 Broadway, New York, NY - Landmarks Preservation Commission ($50 Million | 44,000 sq. ft.)

Home Inspector - WIN Home Inspections - Kings Park, NY

(2014-01 - 2021-01)

• Conducted comprehensive inspections of commercial and residential properties, evaluating electrical, plumbing, structural, and roofing systems.
• Performed specialized inspections for termites and wood-destroying insects.
• Delivered detailed reports within 24 hours, providing actionable insights to potential buyers.
• Communicated findings directly with clients, offering expert analysis and recommendations.

Carpenter - Lore Concrete - Brooklyn, NY

(2013-01 - 2014-01)

• Constructed forms and frameworks for concrete structures in high-rise buildings.
• Assembled and secured structural steel components for columns, beams, and slabs.
• Operated boom trucks for concrete pouring in high-rise construction projects.

Carpenter - Iannace Design International - Dobbs Ferry, NY

(2012-01 - 2013-01)

• Rebuilt and restored residential and office spaces affected by hurricane damage.
• Prepared construction sites for future development, including rough framing and finish carpentry.

Carpenter - Various - Sacramento, CA

(1998-01 - 2012-01)

Worked in various aspects of residential and commercial construction carpentry.

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Focus - Structural Engineering) - Hofstra University (2021-01)