James D. Adams

Belchertown

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager & Site Superintendent with over 15 years of experience overseeing multi-million-dollar commercial, institutional, and government construction projects. Proven track record managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, compliance, and budget control. Skilled in stakeholder coordination, subcontractor management, and mentoring field teams. Recognized for completing complex projects ahead of schedule and under budget while upholding the highest standards of safety and workmanship.

Overview

Certification

Work History

Project Manager / Senior Superintendent

Jewett Construction

- Current

Lead commercial ground-up builds, renovations, and specialty facilities valued from $1M to $16M+.
Oversaw multiple high-profile projects including Faith’s Toyota Ford ($16.2M) and Solurge Grow Facility ($3.6M).
Directed subcontractors, managed procurement, and maintained accountability of personnel and equipment.
Delivered projects on accelerated timelines by optimizing scheduling, logistics, and local sourcing.
Ensured 100% punch-list completion and strict compliance with U.S. building codes.
Notable Projects: Faith’s Toyota Ford – $16.2M | Solurge Grow Facility – $3.6M | Stateline Subaru & CJDR | Gengras CJDR & Volkswagen | Hoffman Porsche

Project Manager / Superintendent

City Enterprise, Inc.

Managed government, university, and military projects ranging from $100K – $5M+.
Coordinated Army Corps of Engineers projects (security upgrades, emergency repairs).
Directed large-scale renovations at UMass Amherst including HVAC/electrical upgrades ($3.2M) and high-rise dorm renovations ($2.3M).
Delivered Springfield Armory Restoration ($598K) for National Park Service.
Supervised complete building conversions and infrastructure upgrades with zero safety incidents.

Assistant Project Manager → Project Manager

Allen & Burke Construction

Oversaw multiple retail and hospitality projects, including 35 UNO’s Bar & Grill remodels ($4.5M) and 25+ Friendly’s remodels ($3M).
Managed ground-up and interior fit-outs for Wendy’s, Hooters, Comella’s, Pizza Rev, and B-Good.
Responsible for subcontractor sourcing, contracting, and on-site execution.
Consistently completed fast-track projects (30–90 days) on time and within budget.

Project Manager / Site Superintendent (Humanitarian Construction)

United States Marine Corps

Directed humanitarian construction efforts in the Dominican Republic ($2.7M) and Suriname ($2.1M).
Supervised construction of public schools and medical clinics, completing projects ahead of schedule.
Trained, mentored, and led teams of Marines and local workers on U.S. construction standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

Southern New Hampshire University

Hooksett, NH

Skills

Project Planning & Execution
Budget & Cost Control
Team Leadership & Mentorship
Safety & Quality Assurance (CQC Rep, Safety Rep)

Contract Administration (RFIs, COs, Submittals)
Client & Stakeholder Relations
Regulatory Compliance
Scheduling & Logistics

Certification

OSHA 30 Certified
CQC (Quality Control) Certification
Safety Manager / Officer Training
Military Leadership & Technical Construction Training, USMC

References

Available upon request.

Professional Experience

01-2018

Personal Information

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