Michael Castillo

Michael Castillo

Project Superintendent

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Retired

  • Education

    • Camtech School of Construction

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      Constuction Concepts / Management

      Continuing education since 2004, including: Continuing Education Academy (CEA): Practical Business Strategies Part I, II and III; Hurricane Damage Mitigation Provisions; Advanced Business Accessibility Code; Construction Business Management; Administrative Core Course; Mastering Workers' Compensation and Workplace Safety ANSI A92 Aerial Work Platform Safety Training; Fallsafe Training; Rough Terrain Forklift TrainingMicrosoft Word and Excel… Show more Continuing education since 2004, including: Continuing Education Academy (CEA): Practical Business Strategies Part I, II and III; Hurricane Damage Mitigation Provisions; Advanced Business Accessibility Code; Construction Business Management; Administrative Core Course; Mastering Workers' Compensation and Workplace Safety ANSI A92 Aerial Work Platform Safety Training; Fallsafe Training; Rough Terrain Forklift TrainingMicrosoft Word and Excel courses and proprietary project-scheduling software Show less

    • Leto High School

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      High School Diploma General Studies
  • Experience

    • Anchor Construction of Tampa, Inc.

      Feb 2000 - Jun 2004
      Project Superintendent

      Kash n' Karry & Save-A-Lot Store RemodelingRecruited as Lead Project Superintendent, to expedite commercial remodeling, during hours of operation, for nine stores. Negotiated improved work scope and subcontract labor rates. Hired roofing contractor substantially below budget allotment, saving $8,500. Maintained construction documents, including red-lined blueprints and closeout packages.* Successfully completed all stores 100% on time and under budget.

    • Christiano Construction, Inc.

      Jul 2004 - Mar 2006
      Project Superintendent

      Coordinated labor, materials and inspection scheduling, subcontractor negotiations and labor supervision for this seven-story condominium project. Ensured compliance with guidelines and specifications. Documented/photographed work on each floor for cable and concrete placement. Maintained clean and safe jobsite.$14 million project* Saved $1400 per hour in x-ray machine rental cost and avoided cable repairs. * Brought post-tension, multi-story project in on time and within budget. Show less

    • Manhattan Construction Company

      Mar 2006 - Nov 2006
      Project Superintendent

      10-Story Parking StructureContracted to turn around $20M project halfway through construction, when project was already behind schedule. Conducted weekly subcontractor safety and progress meetings. Recorded all R.F.I. correspondence; kept daily logs. Scheduled municipal, state and AHCA inspections.Worked with engineers, architects and sub-contractors to streamline processes and achieve time and cost objectives. Directed workflow for 40-50 employees, contractors and subcontractors.* Restructured processes; finished on time and on budget.* Saved additional costs by negotiating more favorable labor and materials prices. Show less

    • Hardin Construction Company

      Nov 2006 - Dec 2007
      Field Supervisor

      Supervised and documented completion of low-rise and parking structure as part of a 21-story condominium project with retail complex. Coordinated logistics for material deliveries. Created punch list for sub-contractor completion. Onsite safety compliance coordinator for up to 300 workers.$60 million project

    • Gerardi Construction, Inc.

      Jan 2008 - Sept 2008
      Project Superintendent

      Assigned to a variety of shopping-center buildouts. Reviewed spec books and blueprints. Developed workflow, testing and inspection schedules. Maintained OSHA safety program. Created punch-out lists. Projects included construction of Kodak film outlet, Michaels (crafts store) and a 16-screen Cobb CineBistro at The Groves shopping center in Wesley Chapel.

    • Michael Castillo, Inc.

      Sept 2008 - Feb 2010
      President / Owner

      Managed daily project operations for this small commercial construction firm: Located and bid on new projects, hired subcontractors, negotiated with vendors and clients, scheduled inspections, and maintained worksite safety and OSHA compliance. Achieved high customer-satisfaction levels. Projects included office-building safety repairs, retail buildouts and construction of handicap ramps.

    • American Restoration Inc.

      Feb 2010 - Jun 2012
      Quality Control Inspector

      Recruited to assist superintendent to ensure on-time floor-by-floor workflow schedule. Provided "eyes in the field": Photographed / recorded worksite progress and documented errors for correction. Conducted inspections and testing during and after work was performed. Consulted with all foremen to be sure they understood the proper applications. Ensured that all work was performed according to engineering specifications and completed in a timely fashion. $40 million project* Contributed to 100% on-time completion of project, avoiding all delay penalties. Show less

    • 1st Choice Facilities Services

      Mar 2013 - Oct 2014
      Project Superintendent

      Build Foot Locker Stores

    • Prodigy Contracting Group, Inc.

      Oct 2014 - Mar 2017
      Project Coordinator

      Coordinate, supervise and schedule various trades for commercial projects.

    • NuJak Companies, Inc.

      May 2016 - Mar 2017
      Superintendent

      In charge of the project at second shift.

    • Carey Construction Group LLC

      Mar 2017 - Jun 2018
      Project Superintendent

      Building a new Third Federal Savings and Loan from the ground up.

    • Carey Construction Group Inc.

      Mar 2017 - Jun 2018
      Project Superintendent
    • ODEN ∙ HARDY CONSTRUCTION, INC.

      Jun 2018 - Aug 2019
      Project Superintendent
    • Mike Carter Construction

      Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
      Project Superintendent
    • Available for employment

      Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
      Project Superintendent
    • NDRS CONSTRUCTION INC.

      Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
      Superintendent
    • FRIEDRICH WATKINS COMPANY

      Nov 2021 - now
      Construction Superintendent
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • GSA Security Clearence

      Homeland Security Administration
    • OSHA 30 Hour Certification

    • Certified General Contractors License

      Florida Department of Buisness and Professional Reguation
      Aug 2004
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fundraiser / Volunteer

      Issued by Relay For Life
      Relay For LifeAssociated with Michael Castillo