Cardin "Dean" Rackley
St Louis
Summary
Detail-oriented owner/operator with emphasis on project management and architectural review, distinguished by strong task prioritization skills and ability to cultivate team collaboration, prepared to apply expertise to elevate project outcomes and exceed client satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Owner/Operator
Landmark Interior
St Louis
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Created and executed project plans, budgets, and schedules to ensure successful delivery.
- Prepared daily work-site reports, weekly invoices, and payroll documentation.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain optimal terms.
- Established timelines for task completion to maintain project momentum.
- Reviewed architectural plans for accuracy and compliance with specifications.
- Conducted interviews and hired skilled professionals to enhance project efficiency.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Monitored labor productivity levels to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Organized meetings among team members involved in different aspects of the project in order to coordinate efforts towards successful completion.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Contracted and supervised workers for various construction jobs.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
Construction Superintendent
KAI Design and Build
St Louis
04.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed project documentation, including scope, schedules, and risk assessments.
- Monitored project progress and identified areas for process improvement.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Enforced safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all personnel.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress and compliance with project plans.
- Reviewed blueprints and plans to ensure accurate implementation of design specifications.
- Ensured that all personnel followed established safety protocols at all times during construction operations.
- Maintained written daily log of job site activities for permanent records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grandview Senior Highschool
Grandview, MO05-1996
Skills
- Project management
- Budget preparation
- Contract negotiation
- Architectural review
- Team building
- Customer relationship management
- Task prioritization
- Operations management
- Blueprint reading
- Safety compliance
- Construction scheduling
- Team leadership
- Labor productivity
- Time management
- Window installation
- Site supervision
- Commercial construction experience
- Finish carpentry
- Construction estimating
- Drywall installation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Project estimation and bidding
- Siding installation
- Woodworking expertise
- Safety guidelines adherence
- OSHA regulations
- Subcontractor coordination
- First aid training
- Door installation
- Power tools operation
- Layout planning
- Material ordering
- Flooring installation
- Power tools proficiency
- Safety compliance management
- Construction safety practices
- Cabinetry installation
- Staff management
- Valid Missouri driver's license
- Structural repairs
- Painting and staining
- Client communication
- Blueprint modification
- Proficient in MS office
- Team collaboration
- Drywall hanging
- Attention to detail
- Repair and maintenance
- Carpentry techniques
Certification
Certified Union Carpenter 20+ years
Notable Projects
- Central CPA Window Replacement (SLPS) - Landmark Interior
- Window Shade Replacement (SLPS) - Landmark Interior
- Harris Stowe State University Career Center - Landmark Interior
- Harris Stowe State University Bee Hive Gift Shop Renovation - Landmark Interior
- Restroom Renovation (Hankins Construction) - Landmark Interior
- Sound Acoustical Panel Install (SLPS)
- Prime/Paint Gateway Middle School (SLPS)
- BGCSTL (Ferguson) Project Superintendent (KAI)
- BJC MRI Room Renovation (KAI)
- American Center Addition Prime/Paint - Landmark Interior
- BJC Queeny Tower Project - Landmark Interior
- The Rail Apartments (drywall installation, taping and paint) 365 unit apartments
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Landmark Interior
11.2023 - 05.2025
Construction Superintendent
KAI Design and Build
04.2020 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Grandview Senior Highschool