Alex Garey
Richmond
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and VDC project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
BIM Coordinator
Miller Electric Company
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised a team of BIM Modelers and Detailers, ensuring timely model population, drawing production, prefabrication spooling, and QA/QC.
- Participated in GC Coordination meetings, identifying and resolving clashes and working with trade partners to deliver coordinated models on time.
- Maintained various project tracking tools to keep key project stakeholders up to date, including VDC cost impact logs, drawing and submittal trackers, RFI trackers, prefabrication production trackers, and model clash tracking.
- Monitored RFI's and contract drawing changes and ensured BIM model and any issued drawing were updated and changes communicated to field, if necessary.
- Communicated effectively with subcontractor partners and VDC subcontractors to facilitate project needs.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Established and conducted quality control programs to verify VDC deliverables met required quality standards.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
BIM Modeler
Miller Electric Company
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Generated accurate technical drawings for hyper scale data center projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Participated in team projects, and BIM coordination meetings demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
- Worked closely with designers and contractors to confirm accuracy of drawings.
- Worked with Autodesk Revit, Autocad, Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, BIM 360, ACC, Procore, Google office suite, Microsoft office suite
- Worked to create accurate OH and UG prefabrication spool models and drawings
- Created and tracked prefab assemblies in Revit
Operations Supervisor
Sport Court of Virginia
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Responsible for planning, execution, and QA/QC for construction of residential and commercial athletic courts.
- Identify and order all materials needed for a job, assemble and run labor crews for multiple jobs located anywhere in VA.
- Responsible for assembling and maintaining all tools, vehicles, and trailers. Coordinated communication between clients, subcontractors, GC’s, salespeople, and homeowners on design expectations, plans for execution, and scheduling work in the correct order to maintain efficient job turnover.
- Exercised creative problem solving in the field. Constantly evolved construction practices though prefabrication practices and developing new processes to save time labor and materials.
Server
Home Team Grill in the Fan
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Worked from busser up to server in a lively sports bar located in the Fan in Richmond, VA. Frequently managed multiple large groups of 10+ serving food and beverage for major sporting events.
Autotech
Best Buy
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Mobile electronics installer. MECP basic certified technician, maintain excellent in-person and over the phone customer service while exercising time management skills to complete vehicle installs.
- Scheduled customer appointments, quoted new jobs, and performed installs of 12v electronics, often juggling multiple of these tasks at the same time.
- Exercised high levels of attention to detail in reviewing electrical diagrams, assembly and disassembly instructions, and the assessing the condition and operation of vehicle electrical systems.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Yacht Detailer
On Top Yacht Management
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Exercised self-guidance and task efficiency while responsible for weekly washing of 25 yachts housed in multiple locations in a 50-mile radius. Maintained a rotating schedule of in-water and hauled out yacht details in addition to weekly washings.
Dockhand
Freedom Boat Club
03.2014 - 09.2015
- Responsible for cleaning, maintenance, and preparation of a fleet of eight vessels for club members, ensuring proper safety equipment and operation.
- Assisted club members with safe docking and evaluated condition of boats on check in and check out.
- Exercised customer service and organizational skills taking careful care of both guests and the vessels in my charge.
Cashier
Target
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Cashier duties, customer service, logistics in cart pushing, stocking, teamwork
Education
No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL01.2014
High School Diploma -
Benedictine High School
Richmond, VA01.2012
Skills
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Workflow optimization
- Collaborative talent
- Team oriented
- Documentation control
- Design collaboration
- Construction documentation
- Project planning
LEADERSHIP
- Eagle Scout
- Lead team of BIM Modelers and Detailers to deliver projects in accordance with coordination schedule
- Leader in Corps of Cadets at Benedictine, in charge of all operations for entire Corps of Cadets
- President of FIRST Robotics club 2 years
- Experience running construction crews of 4-10 people
- Navy ROTC Midshipman
Timeline
BIM Coordinator
Miller Electric Company
03.2024 - Current
BIM Modeler
Miller Electric Company
09.2022 - 03.2024
Operations Supervisor
Sport Court of Virginia
01.2018 - 09.2022
Autotech
Best Buy
09.2017 - 09.2019
Server
Home Team Grill in the Fan
09.2016 - 03.2020
Yacht Detailer
On Top Yacht Management
09.2015 - 09.2016
Dockhand
Freedom Boat Club
03.2014 - 09.2015
Cashier
Target
01.2010 - 01.2012
No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
High School Diploma -
Benedictine High School