Tony Elias

Extensive experience with management of construction and maintenance related projects. In-depth experience with facility maintenance including electrical, plumbing, repair, preventive maintenance, life safety, carpentry and grounds. Years of hands-on experience determining and documenting customer requirements to facilitate project design and schedule, and conducting workload analysis and solution identification.

Facilities and Maintenance Technician I - County Facilities

(2024-01)

Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining commercial building systems and equipment across multiple county facilities, including detention environments. Performs preventative and corrective maintenance in plumbing, carpentry, concrete, masonry, mechanical systems, commercial kitchen and laundry equipment, ceiling systems, and flooring (vinyl and ceramic tile). Assists with construction, remodeling, and renovation projects; conducts building inspections; records and monitors equipment readings; and documents discrepancies to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.

Provides basic locksmith support, including maintenance of detention sliding door locking systems, and reports security concerns as appropriate. Utilizes independent judgment to estimate time and materials, follow technical instructions, and operate industry tools and equipment safely. Maintains required licensure and clearances, supports rotating shifts and 24/7 on-call coverage, and performs duties in environments involving temperature fluctuations, physical demands, and moderate exposure to operational hazards.

Field Engineer/Superintendent - Skanska

(2020-01 - 2024-12)

Served as a Field Engineer/Superintendent with exposure to multiple construction disciplines, including Safety, Estimating, Project Management, and Operations. Held responsibility and decision-making authority for day-to-day field operations, without performing manual labor. Actively supervised and managed field personnel, ensuring safe and efficient execution of work in compliance with contract requirements and company policies.

Enforced safety standards through the Skanska Safety and Health Management Program, including the authority to stop work for safety violations. Oversaw site logistics planning in coordination with the Project Manager and conducted quality inspections to identify and manage deficiencies. Coordinated testing and inspection efforts, tracked labor and material costs, and prepared detailed short-term schedules to maintain project timelines.

Generated and submitted daily reports documenting progress and work quantities, and participated in project and subcontractor meetings. Demonstrated strong proficiency in construction documents, problem-solving, communication, and leadership. Maintained discretion and upheld confidentiality while excelling in time management

Facility Manager - Ft. Sam Houston

(2020-01 - 2020-12)

Performs preventive maintenance, and repair of facilities and grounds. Conducts inspections of facilities grounds to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory guidance. Develops, submits and maintains an annual facility maintenance plan identifying preventive maintenance and budgetary requirements to ensure a safe and productive physical work environment.

Identifies supplies and equipment required and on occasion may purchase items and provide documentation to finance personnel. Purchases approved equipment and supplies. Identifies additional support needs and coordinates and oversees the resultant services.

Facility Manager - Taurean

(2014-01 - 2020-12)

Responsible for the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and long-term planning of a small office building. This role oversees all aspects of facility management, including the coordination of office space construction, renovations, and layout changes to meet organizational needs.

The Facility

Manager ensures the building remains safe, clean, and fully operational by managing preventive maintenance schedules, responding to repair needs, and supervising custodial and maintenance staff or vendors.

Key responsibilities include managing relationships with contractors and service providers, overseeing building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security), ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and monitoring facility budgets and expenditures.

The Facility

Manager plays a critical role in creating a professional and efficient workplace environment that supports tenant and organizational goals.

Construction Supervisor - Premier Pools & Spas

(2014-01 - 2014-12)

• Reviewed and analyzed all plans and contracts
• Met with homeowners to conduct layout of pool and sign acceptance forms
• Met with excavators, gunite, tile and coping crews to discuss projects
• Inspected the quality of workmanship of excavations, plumbing, steel and electrical work before, during and after project completion
• Resolved all punch-lists within 10 days of receipt
• Met with homeowners to plan and layout deck
• Scheduled and obtained final inspections as required by the city
• Collected and deposited stage payments throughout the building process
• Inspecting warranty claims as needed

Superintendent - Abeco Contracting, Inc.

(2013-01 - 2013-12)

• Studied specs in order to plan for construction based on start and completion times
• Supervised, coordinated or scheduled the activities of construction or extractive workers
• Communicated with subcontractors, project manager and clients
• Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
• Inspected work progress, equipment or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications were met
• Located, measured and marked site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment
• Coordinated work activities with other construction project activities
• Assigned work to employees based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs
• Estimated material or worker requirements to complete jobs
• Conferred with managerial or technical personnel, other departments or contractors to resolve problems or coordinate activities
• Supported and assisted project manager to ensure the success of major objectives, such as completing the project on time, within budget, in a quality manner and with the utmost safety
• Ordered or requisitioned materials or supplies
• Developed project punch list and insured work was completed in a timely fashion
• Analyzed worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods
• Completed and submitted timesheets for company employees weekly to Office Manager
• Performed miscellaneous other duties including knowing client's specific project expectations, posting of all required safety and carpentry signage and working together with the Project Manager and team to represent a single project focus
• Served as Safety Coordinator
• Supervised 1 to 30 workers at various times

Carpenter Foreman - Beck Group

(1997-01 - 2013-12)

• Studied specs in order to plan for construction based on start and completion times
• Supervised, coordinated, or scheduled the activities of construction or extractive workers
• Communicated with subcontractors, project manager and clients
• Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
• Inspected work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety to ensure that specifications were met
• Located, measured and marked site locations, or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment
• Coordinated work activities with other construction project activities
• Assigned work to employees based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs
• Estimated material or worker requirements to complete jobs
• Conferred with managerial or technical personnel, other departments, or contractors to resolve problems and/or coordinate activities
• Ordered or performed requisition activities for materials or supplies
• Developed project punch-list and insured work was completed in a timely fashion
• Analyzed worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods
• Other miscellaneous duties included knowing client's specific project expectations, posting of all required safety and carpentry signage and working together with the Project Manager and team to represent a single project focus
• Supervised 2 to 20 workers at various times

Naval Construction and Law Enforcement - United States Navy

(1989-01 - 1995-12)

Assignments in Naval construction and law enforcement.

A School - Naval Construction Training - Naval Construction Training Center