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Colin Hopkins

Ottawa

Summary

With a proven track record at Sleepwell Property Management, I excel in team leadership and complex problem-solving, ensuring project success and stakeholder satisfaction. Expert in strategic development and operational efficiency, I've driven significant improvements in profitability and productivity, embodying a blend of hard carpentry skills and soft relationship-building prowess.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

VP of Strategic Developments

Sleepwell Property Management
03.2018 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
  • Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
  • Planning and Implementation of day to processes.
  • Estimate, plan and execute 50+ jobs yearly (Approximate Value: $3-5Million +)
  • Land management consultations
  • Building consultations
  • Health and Safety Manager

Laborer/Driver

The Town of Carleton Place
02.2016 - 10.2019
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Owner/Operator

CH Project Management
04.2011 - 06.2018
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Construction duties; drywall, plumbing, framing, planning
  • Owner duties: client relations, invoicing, collections, marketing.

Service Technician

Sleepwell Property Management
08.2011 - 03.2018
  • Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring plumbing, hvac.
  • Drywall repairs and installation.
  • Bathroom Renovations.
  • Kitchen Renovations.
  • Unit Turnovers
  • After Hours management, and troubleshooting.
  • Emergency Restoration and repair Services


Construction Worker

Home Hardware Installs
02.2015 - 01.2017
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

Commercial Building Technician

Paradigm Property Groups
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency among colleagues.
  • Assisted in emergency situations such as power outages or water leaks, taking swift action to minimize damage or disruption to building occupants.
  • Streamlined work order processes for improved productivity, utilizing efficient scheduling software for task management.
  • Troubleshot complex issues effectively by employing strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in diagnostic procedures.

Construction Laborer

Ascent Contracting
04.2008 - 03.2010
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

Education

No Degree - Construction Project Management

Algonquin College
Ottawa, None
01-2011

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Willingness to learn
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Hiring
  • Relationship building
  • Attention to detail
  • Worksite safety
  • Sales negotiation
  • Carpentry abilities
  • Personnel management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Time management
  • Staffing
  • Complex Problem-solving

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

VP of Strategic Developments

Sleepwell Property Management
03.2018 - Current

Laborer/Driver

The Town of Carleton Place
02.2016 - 10.2019

Construction Worker

Home Hardware Installs
02.2015 - 01.2017

Service Technician

Sleepwell Property Management
08.2011 - 03.2018

Owner/Operator

CH Project Management
04.2011 - 06.2018

Commercial Building Technician

Paradigm Property Groups
01.2010 - 01.2011

Construction Laborer

Ascent Contracting
04.2008 - 03.2010

No Degree - Construction Project Management

Algonquin College

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