Executive offering expertise and leadership in development and construction from site supervision, project management, estimating, through executive roles with a natural ability to develop business and operate an independent business unit seeking a senior position and offer the following qualifications:
• Accomplished visionary executive with 15+ years executive management experience leading development and construction of multiple projects many exceeding more than $100M in size.
• Proven track record of operational and P&L management, business development, pre-construction, bidding/estimating, and increasing profitability through VE and managing consultants.
• Confident goal oriented leader effective with problem solving, conflict resolution, and achieving results through motivation and training.
• Experienced in risk management, contract negotiations, implementing customer service programs, and vendor management
• Successful in corporate restructuring, implementing policies and procedures, along with staff development and recruitment
• Experience managing multiple teams of project managers, field supervisors, support staff, subcontractors, and vendors on multiple remote sites.
• Extensive executive level experience in challenging production environments including: luxury high rises, large multi-family projects, condominium conversions, and production homes.
• Wide-ranging commercial experience that includes retail centers, financial institutions, office buildings, medical, marine facilities, and schools.
• Available to travel and for immediate relocation as required
• Certified General Contractor in State of Florida
I have included a resume for you review. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss this opportunity further with you and expand on my experience and the value that I offer.
Thank you for your time and consideration,
L. Scott DeHooghe
ldehooghe[at]comcast.net
517-930-6805
L. Scott DeHooghe
12830 Paradise - Dewitt, MI 48820
517-930-6805
Construction Executive
 Project Management
 Operations
 Business Development
Accomplished visionary executive with 15+ years senior management experience with exceptional communication and management skills experienced leading staffs of 400+ in development and construction of commercial projects many exceeding $100M such as:
ï¶ Retail centers, Schools, Financial institutions, Marine facilities, Medical, Office; along with Luxury High-rises, Multi-family, Production homes, and Custom estates.
Proven track record of P&L management, product development, cycle time reduction, problem solving, conflict resolution, reducing variances, and increasing profitability. Able to thrive in challenging and fluid environments while maintaining focus.
Core Competencies
• Visionary Leadership
• P&L Management
• Operational Management
• Business Development
• Contract Negotiations
• Risk Management
• Staff Development
• Vendor Management
• Bidding & Estimating
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Resolution
• Implementing Procedures
• Managing Consultants
Professional Experience
Company Confidential – Michigan/Florida
Served as President of commercial construction company operating under the umbrella of a development company focusing on mixed-use projects that included commercial, retail, and multi-family components.
Complete responsibility for P&L, business development, contract negotiations, staff supervision, development and implementation of company policies and procedures. Provided cross-functional management directing vice-presidents and directors of other business units along with general oversight of all employees of multiple entities within the organization.
Key Achievements
 Developed new account with National Retail store chain and completed multiple out of state projects
 Maintained productivity while reducing operational costs
 Returned company to profitability through efficient restructuring
 Effectively negotiated favorable terms with lending institutions on properties held by development company.
Boran, Craig, Barber, Engel Construction Co. – Naples, FL
Director of Operations and Senior Project Manager
Managed multiple teams of project managers, field supervisors, support staff, subcontractors, and vendors on numerous sites along the west coast of Florida completing more than $400M in construction; consisting of luxury high-rise condominiums, commercial buildings, financial institutions, clubhouses, schools, office buildings, auto dealerships, tenant improvements, and high-end residential developments.
Reported directly to company President and executive board with overall responsibility for P&L, scheduling, safety, contract negotiations, and conflict resolution through the direct management of project managers and department directors; the indirect management of site superintendents, self-performing trades, administrative staff, and general oversight of field staff of more than 400.
Acted as the direct liaison with clients, consultants, government officials, and other business units within the company.
Key Achievements
 100% on time delivery of all projects
 Delivered all projects within budget
 Impeccable safety record on projects
 Effectively identified and resolved issues concerning top client resulting in award of new work
Gulf Bay Group – Naples, FL
Senior Project Manager/Director
Served as senior construction manager for development and construction of 6000+ unit, 4000 acre DRI closing more than 500 units per year priced from $650,000 to more than $5 million. Construction included multiple communities, site infrastructure, bridges, amenity facilities, club & spa, and marine facilities.
Reported directly to President of construction and CFO with complete operational and set-up responsibility for construction division including budgeting, P&L, scheduling, safety, and quality control. Direct management of all staff within the division including: project managers, project engineers, superintendents, and administrative staff; indirect management of support departments including: estimating, customer service, options/interior design, and self performing trades.
Acted as the direct liaison with director of development and owner for product development managing consultants: architects, landscape design, and interior designers. Coordinated with all government agencies, officials, and other development partners.
Executive participant in the design and development of gulf front luxury high-rise; 100,000sf golf club serving 3 courses including dinning, locker rooms, spa, and golf operations; marina with wet slips, dry storage, restaurant, and retail space.
Key Achievements
 Reduced scheduled delivery of 1000+ units
 Recruited and developed staff of more than 100
 Lead contractors and consultants through value engineering to complete projects under budget
 Implemented quality control procedures to reduce customer service
 Set up safety program
 Developed policies and procedures program for construction activities
DeHooghe Construction & Design – Fraser, MI
Served as president for a residential, multi-family, and commercial building company with operations that included acquisition of a 20,000sf full service cabinet and millwork facility and showroom.
Fully responsible for company start-up, P&L, strategic planning, business development, estimating, scheduling, quality control, and customer relations.
Key Achievements
 Identified and developed markets
 Implemented scheduling and cycle times to outperform competition
 Instituted strategies to provide value to customers
 Partnered with suppliers to reduce costs to clients
 Start-up to sales exceeding $5 million in less than 5 years
IDC Industries, Inc. – Warren, MI
Vice President of Operations
Served as vice-president of operations responsible for all day-to-day operations including: budgeting, estimating, scheduling, purchasing, accounts payable, contract administration, and overall staff supervision.
Key Achievements
 Set ground work for growth into new markets and national rep network
 Upgraded software to coordinate distribution and manufacturing processes
 Implemented new procedures to reduce delivery times
 Organized move to new facilities and corporate headquarters
Education and Professional certification
Michigan State University
University of Michigan
Active Certified General Contractors License State of Florida
OSHA 30 Hour
Professional training and seminars in construction and real-estate
Software experience with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera, Timberline, AutoCAD
Personal
Willing to travel and relocate immediately for the right position
Married 13 years with 2 daughters
Enjoy volunteering and being active in community service
Avid participant in business groups, seminars, and organizations
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