Benjamin Finkhousen
General Contracting | Utility-Scale Solar | Multifamily
VP of Project Management
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About
I am a proud Army Veteran who specializes in utility-scale solar and multifamily construction. With an educational background in Electrical Engineering I am always looking for the next challenge.
My Experience
Background & Expertise
With over 15 years of construction experience, my career started in 2001 serving in the US Army as an engineer. In my civilian career I started as a foreman directing labor and organizing onsite materials. Working my way up through the ranks, I am now well versed in the full spectrum of GC work and can manage any task from estimating, through buy-out, and from construction through turn over to client.
My military background gives me a keen eye for quality control and attention to detail.
November 2019 - Present
VP of Project Management
Portfolio Management - Oversee management of multiple portfolios across the U.S.
Client Management - Oversee Client management from start of engineering through project closeout and turnover
Team Management - Coach and manage multiple teams across different portfolios
Budget and Schedule Management - Manage portfolio budgets, project costs, and schedules to insure projects are completed on time and under budget
January 2018 - November 2019
Project Manager -Â Ellisdale Construction
Project Buyout – including writing contracts, scope of work, purchase orders, etc.
Documentation – including email communications to the Owner, Design Team and Subcontractors, RFI’s, punch lists, and contractual notices.
Run weekly OAC (Owner, Architect, Contractor) and Subcontractor coordination meetings.
Quality control – ensure the Project is built according to the contract documents and within industry standards and codes.
Invoicing – monthly payment applications to the Owner and review and approval of Subcontractor payment applications.
July 2016 - December 2017
Superintendent/Project Manager - Evergreen Solar Services
Schedule and direct subcontractors to work together in a logical sequence and meet owner schedule.
Documentation – including email communications, RFI’s, punch lists, and required state forms.
Inspect all work to ensure full compliance with all manufacturer specifications and federal and state safety codes.
Schedule and monitor all required inspections.
Project closeout and turnover.
February 2014 - April 2016
Project Manager - Patriot Construction
Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, or other regulations.
Direct and supervise workers.
Select, contract, and oversee workers who complete specific pieces of the project.
August 2001 - July 2005
Engineer - US Army
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
Select and order lumber or other required materials.
Feature Projects
HELP USA Apartments
77 Apartment Units for Homeless Veterans
Education
What I’ve Learned
January 2009Â - May 2013
UMUC
Electrical Engineering
January 2002 - July 2002
USA Engineering Center & School
Carpentry/Masonry Specialist
My Skills
- Ability to find solutions to real-time problems
- Can stay organized and multitask efficiently
- Excellent people skills
- Always ready to conquer a challenge
Procore
Microsoft Office Suite
Primavera P6
Bluebeam Revu
"The beginning is the most important part of the work"