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Matthias Jung - Austin, TX 78704 - contact@matthiasjung.com - 512-226-3445

Profile

Dedicated and reliable construction professional with extensive experience in both on-site and in-office operations. Expertise in client and subcontractor relations, budgeting, progress reporting, design, and installation. A detail-oriented manager committed to integrity and values, skilled at addressing discrepancies with effective solutions. Exceptional interpersonal communication skills facilitate efficient project management and timeline coordination.

Core Competencies 

Crew Management: Successfully manage teams by setting goals, delegating tasks, and ensuring safety and efficiency on-site.

Project Tracking: Accurately record labor hours and project changes, conduct walk-throughs to establish objectives, and maintain clear communication of progress to clients.

Procurement Coordination: Oversee procurement and delivery processes to ensure a smooth workflow and operational efficiency.

Installation Oversight: Ensure accurate installations based on architectural drawings and technical specifications, while addressing warranty matters promptly.

Client Relations: Foster strong relationships with existing clients to promote referrals and enhance business opportunities.

Professional Experience

Austin, TX (2016-present)

Finish Carpenter, Self-employed, Subcontractor for Connor Paton Fine Millwork

Permaculture and Site Design Consultant, Self-employed, Hope Full Farms

Lighting/Irrigation/Special Projects Installer, Vincent Landscape 

Foreman/Designer/Carpenter, Maas Verde Landscape Restorations

Installer, The Austin Groundskeeper

Houston, TX (2008-2016)

Installer, Ravenscourt Landscape

Marketing Mgr., The Ground Up

Communications Dir., Houston Air Alliance

Sr. Graphic Designer, Lockwood International 

Professional Photographer, Matthias Jung Photography

Certifications

Austin, TX

Intensive Course, International Landscape Lighting Institute

Landscape Irrigation, Austin Community College

Crucial Conversations, Vital Smarts

Houston, TX

Permaculture Design Consultant, Urban Harvest

Organic Vegetable Gardening Specialist, Urban Harvest

Education

Leadership Institute for Nonprofit Executives

  Glasgow Continuing Studies, Rice University, TX

Technical Drafting and Design Program

Houston Community College, Houston, TX

Bachelor's in Fine Arts, Visual Communication and Design

University of South Carolina - Aiken, SC

Leadership and Management School

  Air University, U.S. Air Force - Bitburg AFB, Germany

Aerospace Ground Equipment Specialist 

  Community College of the Air Force, Sheppard AFB, TX

Military Service

United States Air Force - E-4 (1998-2004)

Aerospace Ground Equipment Specialist

Procurement, Tools and 

  Technical Orders Control Officer

Hazmat and Safety Officer

German Communications Liaison 

Commendations

• U.S.A.F. Base Honor Guard

• National Defense Medal

• Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal

• Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

• NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon

Craftsman Experience

Carpentry, Lighting, Planting, Irrigation, Drainage and Water Features 

Special Installations - Stone Labyrinth, Waterfall Plumbing, Outdoor Gas-lit Fire-pits.

Computer Proficiency

MacOS, Microsoft Office Suite, 

Google Workspace

Community Project & Nonprofit Involvement

Austin, TX

Community Housing Expansion Austin

Board Rep, Treasurer 

  & Maintenance Coordinator

Urban Roots

  Farm Hand / Equipment Repair Support

other: Austin Parks Foundation, 

Community First Village

Houston, TX

Astrodome Tomorrow

Sustainability Consultant

HAUS Project

Co-founder, Finance Chair, Project Mgr

other: Habitat for Humanity, Better Block Houston, Urban Harvest, USGBC Emerging Professional