Rodrique Richards
Bridgetown
Summary
Experienced MEP & Architectural Drafting and deisgn professional with experience in Maintenance Management, Quality Assurance and most recently property management. 15 years in the construction industry which translates well to my current profession as a property manager. currently pursuing health and safety certification as well as facilities management certification
Demonstrates strong strategic thinking, project coordination, and management skills, with the ability to lead and integrate multiple activities across the project lifecycle. Skilled in preparing and modifying schematics, point-to-point diagrams, and layout drawings in compliance with industry standards. Adept at interpreting technical drawings and MEP specifications, producing accurate BIM models, and delivering timely progress reports.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Seaside Realty Inc.
03.2025 - Current
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Developed comprehensive preventative maintenance programs to prolong the lifespan of building systems and reduce costly emergency repairs.
- Established strong relationships with local authorities, ensuring prompt attention to code violations or other regulatory matters affecting the property''s operations.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient resource allocation and vendor negotiations, optimizing property financial performance.
Senior Designer/ CAD & Revit MEP Specialist
EMCE
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Organized digital assets library used by internal staff members by implementing proper naming conventions and categorization.
- Developed schematics showcasing design layout, individual components, and production procedures.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
- Redesigned existing products for better usability, leading to higher customer satisfaction rates.
- Helped company advance industry standing by creating innovative concept designs.
- Trained new employees on company-specific design standards, enabling faster integration into project teams.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Reduced errors in design drawings by conducting thorough quality checks before final submission.
- Managed drafting and design for over 8 projects from concept through delivery.
- Reviewed specifications to generate complex details of individual system components.
- Worked with architects, engineers and customers to efficiently resolve planning and construction issues.
- Supported project managers in achieving timely project completions by consistently meeting deadlines for design submissions.
- Spearheaded coordination efforts between architectural, structural, and MEP teams using Revit models and clash detection tools.
Project Supervisor
Pyramid Protection Limited
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered completed projects on time by prioritizing multiple tasks.
- Achieved on-time completion of all projects by effectively delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Provided status updates for projects, delivering information to all stakeholders.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Prepared all supplies and equipment needed for daily transport to job site.
- Supervised work of 4-8 team members, offering constructive feedback regarding work performance.
- Communicated deadline updates, outlined action items and offered targeted solutions to team members.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork, creativity, and productivity among all team members.
- Utilized advanced project management tools to monitor progress, analyze data, generate reports, identify trends, and inform decision-making processes throughout each phase of the project's life cycle.
- Monitored timelines and flagged potential issues to be addressed.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.
Senior MEP CAD/Revit Technician
The Crane Residential Resort
07.2010 - 09.2023
- Preparation of combined services shop drawings including preparation of HVAC, Plumbing, Drainage, Fire Fighting, Electrical etc.
- Produce technical drawings based on rough sketches, specification and calculations from MEP Engineer.
- Design Works.
- Services Coordination.
- Quantity Take off.
- Preparation of As Built drawings.
- Manage the storage/filing/folder system of soft & hard copies of all generated document data related to the project.
- Establish and enforce office standards (templates, symbols, line weights, sheet formats etc.).
- Naming conventions for drawings.
- Electronic drawing file maintenance procedures (file purging, number of back-ups etc.).
- Where necessary, provide training to Project Team members in software and/processes related to projects.
- Cut down on installation time & material wastage by 25% by providing 3D information to installers.
MEP Revit Technician (Sub-Contractor)
EMCE Limited
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Provide accurate MEP drawings using Autodesk Revit from Engineer sketch.
- Coordination of services among different disciplines to increase efficiency of installers.
- Train EMCE staff to use Revit for MEP.
MEP Supervisor
Millennium Investments Limited (Operating As The Crane Resort)
05.2016 - 08.2021
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Maintenance Supervisor
Millennium Investments Limited (Operating As The Crane Resort)
02.2014 - 10.2015
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Supervised 5 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
Pool Supervisor
Millennium Investments Limited (Operating As The Crane Resort)
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Inspect facilities daily to ensure safety standards are maintained.
- Supervise proper water chemical content, and cleanliness of pool area including exterior areas.
- Maintains and keeps accurate records and submits reports as requested.
- Supervise maintenance of pump room, equipment repairs and safety procedures.
- Manage pool technicians and assign task.
- Maintain discipline at swimming pool facility and supervises all staff enforcing staff policies and rules.
- Reduced complaints about dirty pools by 35% but creating standardized schedule for pool servicing.
Education
Diploma - Architectural Drafting
Samuel Jackson Prescod Polytechnic
The Pine, St. Michael01.2010
High School Diploma - Mathematics, English Language, Geography, Technical Drawing, Metalwork
Christ Church Foundation School
Christ Church, Christ Church01.2008
Skills
- CAD Mastery
- Revit Mastery
- Procore
- Microsoft Excel
- HVAC/MEP design
- Subcontractor Supervision
- Project management
- Project coordination
- Timeline management
- Value Engineering
- Property management
- Preventive Maintenance
Additional Information
I am very versatile and I'm very comfortable being on site be it supervising or doing quality of work checks to ensure design standards are met. I am also comfortable giving colleagues assistance in any task to ensure the job is finished in a timely manner.
Languages
English
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Music (former clarinet player of the school band)
- Architectural Design for residential homes
- Interior Design
- Fishing
- Football
Timeline
Property Manager
Seaside Realty Inc.
03.2025 - Current
Senior Designer/ CAD & Revit MEP Specialist
EMCE
06.2024 - 12.2024
Project Supervisor
Pyramid Protection Limited
01.2024 - 06.2024
MEP Revit Technician (Sub-Contractor)
EMCE Limited
03.2021 - 09.2022
MEP Supervisor
Millennium Investments Limited (Operating As The Crane Resort)
05.2016 - 08.2021
Maintenance Supervisor
Millennium Investments Limited (Operating As The Crane Resort)
02.2014 - 10.2015
Pool Supervisor
Millennium Investments Limited (Operating As The Crane Resort)
09.2013 - 01.2014
Senior MEP CAD/Revit Technician
The Crane Residential Resort
07.2010 - 09.2023
High School Diploma - Mathematics, English Language, Geography, Technical Drawing, Metalwork
Christ Church Foundation School
Diploma - Architectural Drafting
Samuel Jackson Prescod Polytechnic
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