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Matthew Tarantino

Auckland,Epsom

Summary

Recent graduate with a strong motivation to forge a career in the construction industry. Through my experiences as a division 1 student-athlete, I've worked a competitive mindset and gained comfort under high-pressure situations. My leadership role on the track and field team, combined with my past work experiences, brings confidence in my capacity to collaborate within team/group settings as well as ensuring tasks are accomplished within strict timelines. I welcome opportunities for further training, constructive criticism, and acquiring new knowledge to become a future professional in the construction industry.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Department Supervisor

Value Added Food Group
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs, and maintenance plans to document work completed
  • Developed room renovations and layouts for employee safety and performance as well as fire safety planning
  • Worked closely with all team members prioritizing communication.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing better pricing and terms for essential services and equipment purchases.

Capstone Project

University Of Massachusetts Amherst
01.2022 - 04.2022

Worked closely with all team members developing and submitting a bid proposal to design scope, mange risk, schedule, estimate, and construct a $12 million elementary school.


Assessed building plan sets and specifications to generate a preliminary estimate, performed quantity take-offs on BlueBeam and quantified labor and materials through RSMeans.




Entrepreneur

Self-Employed
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Founded 'Iragazzi' Power Washing
  • Designed business cards, advertisements, and media platforms to reach and engage future clients
  • Mitigated business risks by providing on-the-job training for workers according to standards, transferred risk by acquiring appropriate liability insurance, and ensured proper equipment use and technique for optimum performance.
  • Built strong brand recognition and customer loyalty by delivering high-quality products and services consistently over time.

Bartender/Caterer

Lafayette House
07.2017 - 01.2021
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors
  • Developed customer relations by anticipating needs, establishing rapport, and tending to clients' requests
  • Checked supply levels and replenished items as needed for dining and catering functions.

Education

Masters of Construction Management -

Auckland University Of Technology
Auckland, NZ
12.2023

Bachelor Of Science - Building and Construction Technology

University Of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA
05.2022

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Construction Safety
  • Team-Building
  • Hardworking
  • Fast Learner
  • BlueBeam Revu
  • AutoCad
  • SketchUp
  • Procore
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Project

Certification

OSHA 30 Certificate

Procore - Project Management Certificate

SiteSafe Foundation Passport - Building Construction

Timeline

Maintenance Department Supervisor

Value Added Food Group
05.2022 - 01.2023

Capstone Project

University Of Massachusetts Amherst
01.2022 - 04.2022

Entrepreneur

Self-Employed
01.2021 - 02.2022

Bartender/Caterer

Lafayette House
07.2017 - 01.2021

Masters of Construction Management -

Auckland University Of Technology

Bachelor Of Science - Building and Construction Technology

University Of Massachusetts Amherst
Matthew Tarantino