Kathy Karras is a management professional with over 20 years of experience in construction and project management. She has exceptional communication and interpersonal skills allowing her to be effective with clients, providers, and staff at different levels. Karras is currently seeking a role as a division president or lead management professional where she can utilize her skills in analysis, planning, execution, management, and problem solving. She has a proven track record of improving customer service and creating safe and productive work environments.

1. K a t h y K a r r a s
(801) 243-1630 kathykarras@msn.com
M a n a g e m e n t P r o f e s s i o n a l
Determined and visionary Professional has more than 20 years of experience in Construction and
Project Management. Exceptional communication and strong interpersonal skills make the
candidate effective with clients, providers, and staff in different departments and job levels.
Outstanding project manager improves customer service and creates a goal-oriented, safe
and healthy working environment; excelling under pressure. Focused professional is actively
seeking a role as Division President and Lead Management Professional in Construction and
Home Building demonstrating competent proficiency in analysis, project planning and
execution, time and team management, and problem solving.
 Strategic Planning & Decision Making  Management & Leadership Skills
 Scheduling/ Workflow Administration  Adept in Construction and Home Building
 Excellent Customer Service Skills  Innovative Multi-Site Operations
P r o f e s s i o n a l H i s t o r y
Morgan Recycling Operations July 2008 - Present
Pit Foreman
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Peterson Development Jan 2000 - May 2007
Project Manager
Salt Lake City, UT
Karras Construction Jan 1994 - Jan 2000
Excavation Contractor & Owner
Salt Lake City, UT
(IHT) Garbett Homes Mar 1994 - Sept 1995
Site Superintendent
Salt Lake City, UT
Pentalon Construction Jan 1993 - Mar 1994
Site Superintendent
Draper, UT
C a r e e r E x p e r i e n c e
 Oversaw the daily functions for the recycle operations; operated and maintained all
equipment including the 980 Cat Loader, 330 Volvo trackhoe, WA 500 Komatzu Loader, Cat
Skidsteer, and Water truck; maintained the Crushing Plant with a 60" Minyu Cone.
 Assisted in decision making affecting long range organizational goals & strategic planning
for residential construction and the development of Condos, Empty Nester and Custom
builds; prepared reports and documentation and administered operational standards based
on building code and ethics; implemented construction and project management system
improvements.

2.  Integrated project documentation procedures; reviewed designs, budget, expenditures,
variances, quality control, contractor sequencing and resources; walked thru plans and
properties with buyers and completed punch list items.
 Supervised trade crews and promoted safe, secure, and healthy work environment;
adapted safety codes, standards and procedures; developed long range organizational
goals & strategic planning on projects and construction scheduled; prepared reports and
documentation for job site personnel.
 Implemented worked on the Murray Oaks Condos from site work to utilities to Certificate of
Occupancy; coordinated and maintained good relationship with project engineers;
scheduled subcontractors, inspections, materials and the layout of all buildings.
 Worked as a Licensed E-100, B-100 General Contractor; supported all phases of excavation
including bidding, proposals and pre-construction meetings; communicated with staff;
monitored project progress and performance.
 Recommended solutions and ideas to project designs and implementation; collected and
organized project reports and designs; developed plans for a 72 unit apartment project,
completing it in just 6 months; managed weekly production meetings, and operations with
contractors; consistently delivered on schedule and within budget.
References Gladly Provided Upon Request