Thaddeus Blackwood

Construction Project Manager
Phone: (555) 847-2963
Address: Denver, CO
Website: https://linkedin.com/in/thaddeusblackwood
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  • Results-driven Construction Project Manager with 12+ years managing commercial and residential projects valued at $180M+ total
  • Proven track record delivering 95% of projects on schedule and 8% average under budget through strategic planning and vendor negotiations
  • Expert in coordinating 20+ subcontractors and managing teams of 75+ tradespeople across multiple concurrent job sites
  • Maintained 0.68 EMR across all projects with 650+ days without lost-time incidents through comprehensive safety program implementation
  • Proficient in Procore, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu with advanced skills in BIM coordination and project scheduling
  • Specialized in healthcare, mixed-use commercial, and sustainable construction with LEED Gold certification experience

Work Experience

Meridian Construction Group

Senior Construction Project Manager

March 2020 - Present
  • Direct portfolio of 8 concurrent commercial projects totaling $65M, achieving 100% on-time delivery rate
  • Orchestrated construction of 450,000 sq ft mixed-use development featuring retail, office, and residential components
  • Reduced material costs by 12% through strategic bulk purchasing agreements and alternative supplier negotiations
  • Implemented digital project management system across 5 active job sites, improving communication efficiency by 35%
  • Led cross-functional team through complex LEED Gold certification process, achieving target rating 6 weeks ahead of schedule
  • Managed $2.8M change order negotiations while maintaining client relationships and project profitability

Rocky Mountain Builders

Construction Project Manager

June 2017 - February 2020
  • Managed 15 healthcare facility projects totaling $42M, including occupied hospital renovations and new medical centers
  • Coordinated infection control protocols and maintained 24/7 operational requirements during critical care unit expansion
  • Achieved substantial completion 3 weeks early on $18M emergency department project despite supply chain disruptions
  • Reduced safety incidents by 45% through implementation of enhanced toolbox talk program and site protocols
  • Negotiated resolution to 4-month permit delay, maintaining original project completion date through accelerated scheduling
  • Supervised 12 subcontractors and 60+ skilled tradespeople across multiple concurrent healthcare projects

Summit Construction Services

Assistant Project Manager

August 2014 - May 2017
  • Supported senior project managers on $25M commercial and industrial construction projects
  • Coordinated daily activities for 8 subcontractor teams on 180,000 sq ft warehouse development
  • Managed project documentation and RFI processes, achieving 48-hour average response time
  • Assisted in value engineering initiatives that saved clients $850K across 6 projects without compromising quality
  • Conducted weekly safety inspections and maintained OSHA compliance across all active job sites

Alpine Construction Company

Project Engineer

May 2012 - July 2014
  • Provided technical support for $15M residential and light commercial construction projects
  • Reviewed architectural drawings and coordinated design modifications with engineering teams
  • Managed material procurement and delivery scheduling for 4 concurrent residential developments
  • Tracked project progress and prepared weekly status reports for senior management and clients

Skills

Project Management Software: Procore, PlanGrid, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet
BIM & Design Tools: Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp Pro
Estimating Software: Sage Estimating, RSMeans, ProEst, ConEst
Financial Management: QuickBooks, Sage 300 Construction, Viewpoint Vista, Excel Advanced
Leadership & Communication: Multilingual job site communication (English/Spanish), Conflict resolution between trades and subcontractors, Stakeholder management across owners, architects, and municipalities, Crisis management and rapid decision-making under pressure
Technical Expertise: Building codes and regulations, OSHA safety standards, LEED certification processes, Value engineering, Contract negotiation, Risk assessment and mitigation

Education

Colorado State University

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

May 2012
  • Concentration in Commercial Construction
  • Senior Capstone: Sustainable Office Complex Development Planning
  • Relevant Coursework: Construction Cost Estimating, Project Scheduling, Building Systems, Construction Law

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Management Institute

April 2019 - April 2025

LEED Green Associate

U.S. Green Building Council

September 2018

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

January 2020

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Construction Management Association of America

March 2021 - March 2024

Honors

Safety Excellence Award

Associated General Contractors of Colorado

2022
Recognized for achieving 650,000 work hours without lost-time incidents on the Meridian Medical Plaza project while managing 15 subcontractors

Outstanding Project Achievement

Rocky Mountain Builders

2019
Honored for delivering $18M emergency department expansion 3 weeks ahead of schedule during COVID-19 challenges

Publications

Implementing Lean Construction Principles in Healthcare Projects

Construction Executive Magazine

June 2023
Co-authored article detailing 30% efficiency gains through waste reduction strategies in occupied medical facilities

Signature Project

Meridian Medical Plaza Complex

$28M | 24 months | 275,000 sq ft

Delivered new medical office building and surgical center while coordinating with 8 different medical practices and maintaining adjacent hospital operations. Managed helicopter pad relocations, implemented specialized infection control protocols, and achieved LEED Gold certification. Completed substantial completion 2 weeks early despite pandemic-related supply challenges and achieved 6% cost savings through strategic value engineering.