Joshua Barwick
Batesburg,SC
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record, adept in strategic planning and operational excellence. Excelled in building strong partnerships and leading teams to surpass objectives. Skilled in project management, maintenance management, best practices, and budget management, consistently delivering high-quality results and fostering employee relations. Achieved significant improvements in efficiency and owner satisfaction without compromising quality.
Experienced with strategic planning, operational management, and team leadership. Utilizes effective communication and decision-making skills to drive organizational success. Track record of fostering innovation and improving operational processes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Bridge The Gap Group, LLC
09.2023 - Current
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Director of Construction & Maintenance
Old Dominion Freight
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Established strong partnerships with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders for seamless collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Optimized resource usage by strategically allocating personnel, equipment, materials, and subcontractor services across various projects as needed.
- Consistently delivered high-quality workmanship by setting performance standards based on industry best practices and closely monitoring team adherence.
- Mentored junior staff members for professional development and increased overall team productivity.
- Reduced construction costs through effective budgeting and negotiation with suppliers.
- Used computer software to help design construction plans, communicate with construction and design teams, and perform calculations.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Led design and development of commercial buildings.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or exceeding budgets constraints.
- Led all maintenance throughout the US.
- Managed an annual budget of $500mil.
- Managed Design and Construction of project ranging from $1mil to $60mil.
Project Manager
Southeastern Freight Lines
01.2006 - 07.2018
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed project ranging from $500k - $20mil.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12-2005
High School Diploma -
South Lenoir High School
Deep Run, NC05-2001
Skills
- Leadership team building
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Operational excellence
- Employee relations
- Crisis management
- Staff training
- Project management
- Contract negotiation
- Budget management
- Company representation
- Staff management
Timeline
President
Bridge The Gap Group, LLC
09.2023 - Current
Director of Construction & Maintenance
Old Dominion Freight
08.2018 - 08.2023
Project Manager
Southeastern Freight Lines
01.2006 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
South Lenoir High School
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