Darius Blanding
Carson,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented construction professional with extensive hands-on experience supporting projects through all phases, from site work to turnover and warranty. Expertise in managing RFIs, submittals, document control, punch lists, closeout documentation, and subcontractor coordination ensures seamless project execution and adherence to timelines. Strong organizational and communication skills developed in collaborative, fast-paced environments enable effective multitasking and contributions to team objectives. Committed to professional growth and eager to transition into new fields, leveraging transferable skills in project management and data analysis to drive success in diverse professional settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Services Intern
Gray West Construction
Santa Ana
02.2024 - Current
- Created and responded to RFIs, ensuring timely resolution and reducing potential delays
- Uploaded and managed submittals in Procore, maintaining accurate logs to support on-time approvals
- Coordinated directly with subcontractors to resolve missing items and clarify project requirements, keeping work on schedule
- Participated in punch walks and tracked punch list items, supporting efficient project closeout
- Assisted in assembling closeout documentation and O&M manuals, ensuring complete turnover packages
- Attended Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings to communicate project status and address action items
- Conducted site walks and supported field-office coordination, improving documentation accuracy and communication
- Supported projects from grading through turnover and warranty work, maintaining detailed project records
Student Intern
Los Angeles Harbor College Southeast Hall Project
Harbor City
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted project engineers with RFIs and submittals, helping streamline approval processes
- Participated in site walks during early construction phases, providing accurate progress updates to the team
- Maintained project documentation and logs, supporting timely project tracking and reporting
- Coordinated with field staff and subcontractors to gather project information, improving workflow efficiency
- Supported administrative and coordination tasks, contributing to smooth daily operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
California State University
Long Beach06-2025
Project Management Fast Track Certificate - undefined
University of California
Davis03-2024
Associate of Arts - Aeronautical Engineering
Los Angeles Harbor College
Harbor City, CA06-2023
Skills
- Procore
- Bluebeam Revu
- PlanGrid
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- Teams
- Adobe Acrobat
- RFIs
- Submittals
- Document Control
- Change Order Logs
- Punch Lists
- Closeout Documentation
- Drawing Review
- Subcontractor Coordination
- Site Walks
- Progress Tracking
- Warranty Coordination
Certification
- OSHA 10 – Construction Safety
- Project Management Fast Track Certificate – UC Davis
Timeline
Project Services Intern
Gray West Construction
02.2024 - Current
Student Intern
Los Angeles Harbor College Southeast Hall Project
12.2022 - 12.2023
Project Management Fast Track Certificate - undefined
University of California
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
California State University
Associate of Arts - Aeronautical Engineering
Los Angeles Harbor College