E. Martin
Jaso
Executive
Summary
3139 Pamela Way
Louisville. KY 40220
m-jaso@twc.com
(502) 500-4684
Diverse project manager and cost estimator with a proven record of exceeding
project expectations. Skilled negotiator with ability to identify and meet individual
owner’s needs as well as to qualify and manage subcontractors, suppliers and field
personnel. Expert in all facets of project management from quantity take offs and
buyouts to scheduling and documentation. Proven ability to be innovative and
successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Technical
Skills
Highly experienced in the development and analysis of project financial reports
and in the identification of creative measures to meet or exceed project financial
goals. Extensive knowledge of building technical systems as well as expert
knowledge of field construction procedures. Ability to quickly develop, learn and/or
adapt to new management procedures and software. Proficient with the following
software:
Construction Software
• Primavera SureTrak, P6, and Expedition
• Microsoft Office Project
• Timberline Precision Estimating and Job Costing
• Turbo-CAD
Accounting Software
• Timberline Accounting
• QuickBooks Pro Accounting
General Office, Presentation & Graphics Software
• Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point and Publisher
• Adobe Page Maker, Photo Shop & Acrobat
Construction
Experience
2010-Present
Martin Communications, Inc. Louisville, KY
A Premier Professional Audio and Visual Display Dealer/Integrator for Innovative
Electronic Designs, a world leading manufacturer of mass notification systems for
mass transit centers, industrial complexes and institutional facilities.
Operations Manager –
• Advised on the initial company structure and setup initial business management
systems.
• Developed a marketing strategy that secured several lucrative projects across the
country.
• Used negotiating skills and innovative project financing to increase project profits.
• Established the company with the manufacturer as a “Premier Dealer/Integrator”
by providing the manufacturer with technical support on select projects in the form
of bid preparation, project management, project scheduling, and post bid review
services.
2010-2012
C & A Concrete Elizabethtown, KY
A KYDOT certified contractor that specialized in prevailing wage, KYDOT and
municipal concrete, drainage and roadway projects.
Project Manager–
• As a limited time venture, provided advice on the initial company structure, setup
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initial business management systems, and bid/managed initial projects.
• Established field management and production procedures for various weather
conditions to maintain project profitability during different seasons.
• Developed a strategy to secure and successfully complete the company’s first
publicly bid prime contract. Secured the project by initiating a bid protest for the
initial bid and being successful on the subsequent rebid of the same project.
1993-2000
Martin-Lee Corporation Louisville, KY
A general contracting and construction management company specializing in
government, commercial and industrial projects.
President/Majority Owner
• Launched company, setup all business management systems, and managed daily
operations.
• Increased company’s project bonding capacity from $500k to +$10 million.
• Advised Primavera software engineers on changes to make their construction
project management and scheduling software more proactive and automated.
• I elected to close this successful company due to personal reasons that required
my attention.
1991-1993
Parco Construction Company Louisville, KY
A union general contracting company specializing in industrial, government and
commercial projects.
Project Manager/Estimator
• Personally managed select clientele that included- Brown Foremen, Phillip Morris,
Ford Louisville Truck Plant and Bank of Louisville.
• Advised owner to pursue federal government projects and assisted with securing a
$10Mil+ GSA project that was the largest company project to date.
• Managed construction on an award winning branch office for Bank of Louisville.
1990-1991
RS Thomas Construction Louisville, KY
A general contracting and construction management company specializing in military
and commercial projects.
Project Manager/Estimator
• Hired to replace the existing chief estimator who was nearing retirement.
• Prepared bid estimates primarily on military projects across the country in the 3-25
million dollar range.
• Prepared bid and performed project buyout on the last two company projects.
Projected project profits on these projects were more than doubled during buyout
process.
• After the project buyout was completed on those projects, due to a federal
government moratorium on military spending, the owners elected to lay-off all
project management and estimating staff, to complete the projects themselves and
then dissolve the company.
1984-1990
American Excavation Corporation Austin, TX
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A site development, utility and concrete construction company specializing in
government and commercial projects.
President/Minority Owner
• Launched the company and setup all business systems.
• Grew company from being a subcontractor to being a bonded prime contractor.
1980-1984
AJ Wiseman Construction Austin, TX
A heavy highway contractor.
Field Superintendent
• Supervised construction on various road and bridge projects.
1978-1980
Richard Jaso Construction Florence, KY
A residential, commercial and industrial concrete contractor.
Field Superintendent
• Supervised construction on various complete residential subdivisions, commercial,
industrial and waste water treatment projects.
Louisville, KY
• Managed multiple crews comprised of 10-25 workers.
Real Estate
Experience
2000-2012
REMAX Associates
A residential and commercial real estate brokerage and property management firm.
Real Estate Consultant
• Provided project feasibility studies as well as purchasing assistance on
undeveloped land for patio home, condominium, and commercial office
developments.
• Consulted on multi-family construction designs to improve floor plan and reduce
construction costs.
• Developed and managed all development marketing materials including sales
brochures, signs, printed, radio and television advertisements.
• Setup onsite office, recruited and managed development sales staff.
• Experienced in residential sales, commercial sales and commercial leasing.
Education
1983-1984
Austin Community College Austin, TX
• Classes in Business Administration, Construction Management and Construction
Cost Estimating
1985-Present
• I have a desire to constantly expand my knowledge and am continuously taking
advantage of various educational opportunities. These have included classes,
seminars, and certifications in business administration, construction, and
electronics from various universities, the SBA, trade organizations and
manufacturers.
Personal
Information
• Married for thirty-four years with two adult children and one infant grandson.
• Hobbies include family activities, golf, softball, and watching sporting events.
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• Projects included roadwork as well as concrete construction of retaining walls, slip
form structures, airport paving and bridge structures.
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Projects
Martin Communications, Inc.
Nashville International Airport
Public Address & Paging System Upgrade
Nashville, TN
Johns Manville Fiberglass Insulation Plant
Public Address & Paging System Replacement Project
Willows, CA
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Intl Airport
Public Address & Paging System Concourse A & Terminal 3 Renovation
Hebron, KY
Strawberry Square Office Towers & Shopping Mall
Public Address & Paging System Upgrade
Harrisburg, PA
Library of Congress
Public Address System Testing
Washington DC
Philadelphia International Airport
TACS Public Address & Paging System Upgrade
Philadelphia, PA
Tilted Kilt Restaurant
New Audio & Visual Display Systems, Sound Reinforcement, Computer
Network & Security
Camera Systems
Louisville, KY
Dulles International Airport
Public Address & Paging System Expansion Concourse C & D
Washington, DC
Memphis IRS Center
Public Address & Paging System Repair
Memphis, TN
St Albert The Great Catholic School
New School Intercom, Public Address & Visual Display Systems
Louisville, KY
C & A Concrete
City of Radcliff
North Dixie Boulevard Streetscape Project
Radcliff, KY
City of Louisville
Various Sidewalk and Ramp Improvement Projects
Louisville, KY
Storage Express
National Turnpike Storage Express Conditioned Facility
Louisville, KY
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Martin-Lee Corporation
University of Louisville
Donald E. Baxter Biomedical Research Building 1
Louisville, KY
Harrison County Board Of Education
Harrison County High School Renovation
Cynthiana, KY
U.S. Department of Labor
Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center
New Cold/Dry Storage & Recreation Buildings
Morganfield, KY
Transit Authority of River City
Rehabilitation of the NIA Center
Louisville, KY
Teamsters Local 89
New Roof Structure and Interior Modifications
Louisville, KY
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Rough River State Park – Main Lodge Renovations & Addition, Swimming
Pool Replacement
Falls of the Rough, KY
Commonwealth of Kentucky
KY Center for the Arts – Whitney Hall Renovation
Louisville, KY
U.S. Department of the Navy
Naval Ordnance - Manufacturing & Technology Center
Louisville, KY
ICI Americas
Indiana Army Ammunition Plant – Office & Warehouse Renovations
Charlestown, IN
Res-Care Corporation
Corporate Headquarters Renovation
Louisville, KY
City of Louisville
Inspections Permits and Licensing Building - Interior Renovations
Louisville, KY
U.S. Department of Veterans Administration
VA Medical Center - Interior Renovations Multiple Wards & Floors
Louisville, KY
Bullitt County
New Jail Exercise Facility
Shepherdsville, KY
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City of Louisville
Memorial Auditorium Renovation
Louisville, KY
City of Louisville
Louisville/Jefferson County Southwest Branch Library
Louisville, KY
City of Louisville
Louisville Zoo - Addition & Renovations-Vision Building
Louisville, KY
Jefferson County Properties
Convention Bureau Renovations
Louisville, KY
U.S. Department of the Army
Fort Campbell - Gate 4 / Welcome Center Upgrades
Fort Campbell, KY
Parco Construction
Floyd County Government
Floyd County Criminal Justice Center
New Albany, IN
Brown-Foreman Beverage Company
Fermentation Laboratory
Louisville, KY
Mitchell Community Schools
Mitchell Community Schools - Additions and Renovations
Mitchell, IN
National City Bank
National City Tower - Third & Fourth Floor Renovations
Louisville, KY
Ford Motor Company
Kentucky Truck Plant- Multiple Building Projects
Construction/Addition/Renovation Projects
Louisville, KY
Bank of Louisville
Middletown Branch Bank
Louisville, KY
Phillip Morris USA
New Warehouse and Loading Dock Facility
Louisville, KY
RS Thomas Construction
U.S. Department of the Army
New Warehouse Buildings
Fort Bragg, NC
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Ashland Independent Schools
New School Building
Ashland, KY
State of Kentucky
Kentucky Exposition Center- South Wing Addition
Louisville, KY
American Excavation Corporation
Travis County Government
Travis County Correctional Complex
Austin, TX
Travis County Government
Hornsby Bend Waste Water Treatment Plant
Austin, TX
City of Austin
Austin Nature Center
Austin, TX
City of Austin
Police Headquarters Renovation & Flood Protection
Austin, TX
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