Tom Arpke

Experience

1. Field Installation Coordinator

   Kasa Companies

   Jan 2020 — Present · Salina, KS, US

   Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOverall management of construction activities and task assignments:• Interfaces with other contractors to ensure all required materials, equipment and inspections support the project schedule.• Works with Project Manager(s) to budget, forecast, and manage field labor, equipment, materials, small tools, consumables, and general working environment.• Coordinates with customer with site specific needs and maintain positive relationship.• Reviews construction documents for completeness and constructability.• Creates, reviews and updates project schedule.• Coordinates plans and specifications with engineers, identifying and clarifying any discrepancies.• Develops and implements site utilization plan and establish crew sizes.• Conducts effective pre-construction planning sessions and project site meetings.Oversight and supervision of work crews:• Site safety manager• Establishes and nurtures teamwork environment with internal employees and contract employees.• Coordinates and provides general oversite for contracted crews from multiple companies.• Ensures crews have resources and support.• Provides work direction and performance evaluations.• Helps identity hiring needs and participate in hiring, performance management, and dismissal decisions.• Maintains relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, etc.• Manages site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvementCompleted projects: Chrysler/Stellantis Ram 1500 Warren Truck Plant MI, GM Wentzville Assembly MO, Hytrol Conveyor AR, Morgan Steel TN, Greenheck Group Fans Division OK, Motor Wheel KY,UPS Omaha NE, UPS Minden NV, RJ Thomas IA.

Education

• Florida State University

  BS, Micro Biology, Math, Chemistry

  1970 — 1974