Mellve Shahid II
St Louis,Missouri
Summary
Professional Summary Core Skills & Expertise
Seasoned painting and decorating professional with over 25 years of expertise in interior and exterior painting projects across various industries, including healthcare, hospitality, banking, education, and municipal government. Adept at managing large-scale projects, supervising teams, and ensuring high-quality workmanship. Currently leading the painting operations for the Jefferson Arms Project—500,000 sq. ft. of residential, hospitality, and retail space.
- Commercial & Residential Painting
- Large-Scale Project Management
- Surface Preparation & Finishing Techniques
- Crew Supervision & Training
- Vendor & Client Relations
- Budget & Supply Management
- OSHA & EPA Compliance
- Quality Assurance & Safety Protocols
Notable Projects
- Jefferson Arms Project – 500,000 sq. ft. restoration, including 239 apartments, a 198-room AC by Marriott Hotel, and 20,000 sq. ft. of retail space.
- SSM Health, Urban League, Regions Bank, St. Louis Public Schools, and Harris-Stowe State University – Led painting projects for various corporate and institutional clients.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Shahid Painting and Decorating LLC
01.2015 - Current
- Performs administrative duties associated with work orders and scheduling staff to ensure the completion of projects
- Communicate with staff to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Prepares surfaces to be painted using power cleaning equipment, scrapers, sandpaper, sanding machines, etc
- Obtains needed supplies and equipment to complete assigned tasks
- Coordinates supervises, and assists in activities involving the paint crew
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Painting Supervisor
Unique Painting & Decorating
01.1995 - 12.2015
- Work with construction professionals, such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers to prepare units for lease
- Protect all nearby furnishings and building materials before and during every painting job, including carpets and landscaping
- Oversees and coordinates crews of painters on various indoor and outdoor assignment
- Evaluate work progress ensuring safety guidelines are respected
- Reviewed and completed punch list for final walk-through for completed painting contracts
- Train workers through demonstration and painting methods in the operations of equipment
- Generated repeat business through hard work, good on-sight relations, and efficiency
Real Estate Property Supervisor
Exclusive Reality
01.1998 - 12.2014
- Perform comparative market analysis to estimate properties’ value
- Display and market real estate property to potential buyers
- Prepare necessary paperwork such as contracts and leases
- Successfully managed property turnovers, ensuring timely completion of repairs and upgrades.
- Conducted comprehensive market analyses to determine competitive rental pricing, maximizing profitability while maintaining occupancy levels.
Painter
Best Painting and Decorating
01.1994 - 12.1995
- Prepared walls and other services for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, and filling cracks and holes with appropriate materials
- Mixed paint and other materials to prepare the right color and texture
- Applied varnish and other finishes as instructed
- Made on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures, etc
Education
EPA Lead Renovator Certificaion -
Zota Pro
01.2024
St. Louis Community College Forest Park
St.louis, mo01.2004
West County Technical High School
St. Louis, mo01.1994
Skills
- Commercial/residential painting techniques
- Construction painting techniques
- Painting
- Building maintenance
Timeline
Owner
Shahid Painting and Decorating LLC
01.2015 - Current
Real Estate Property Supervisor
Exclusive Reality
01.1998 - 12.2014
Painting Supervisor
Unique Painting & Decorating
01.1995 - 12.2015
Painter
Best Painting and Decorating
01.1994 - 12.1995
St. Louis Community College Forest Park
West County Technical High School
EPA Lead Renovator Certificaion -
Zota Pro
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