Project Management * Estimating * Supply Chain Management * Value Engineering * Requirements Gathering * Analysis * Estimating * Bid Process * Sourcing * Negotiations * Scheduling * Budget Control * Quality Assurance * Cost Accounting * Vendor Relations * Reporting * Compliance * Information Systems * Team Building
Dynamic, self-driven, results focused and versatile organizational leader with 15 years of experience that includes extensive background in the construction industry. Astute analyst, strategic thinker and problem solver. Articulate and persuasive in person and on paper. Engaging presenter, savvy negotiator and relationship manager. Gifted trainer; inspired high-performing teams. Supremely talented manager; coordinated multiple unit operations; Designed effective purchasing, estimating and scheduling systems. Controlled budgets exceeding $500,000. Made $250,000,000 in annual contract purchases for WCI. Decreased cost variances to ½ of 1% for Dominion Homes.
CAREER TRACK
Project Manager / Purchasing & Estimating Manager 2007 - 2009
RA Nelson & Associates Avon, Colorado
Deliver energy, insight, financial acumen and organizational leadership necessary to meet key performance objectives of a $120,000,000 builder of mountain resort multi-family residences, commercial buildings, recreational facilities and high-end custom homes. Direct estimating and purchasing functions. Advise engineers; solicit subcontractor bids; qualify vendors; draft contract language. Approve and process payments; make budget analyses. Catalyze improvement initiatives.
-Identified design deficiencies and crafted plans that solved problems; saved $1,200,000 (3.5%) on a $34,000,000 commercial project; supervised the site work of 50+ contractors.
-Cultivated clear lines of communication and forged positive working relationships with business managers, architects, engineers, contractors and staff on projects valued to $40,000,000.
Director of Purchasing & Estimating 2002 - 2006
WCI Communities / Dominion Homes Bonita Springs, Florida / Dublin, Ohio
Spearheaded multiple department operations in a $500,000,000+ division for a premier builder of master planned communities. Negotiated procurement of $250,000,000+ in quality goods and services for the division. Implemented national purchasing agreements. Developed accurate and competitive project cost estimates and bids. Researched and qualified vendors. Maintained effective cost accounting systems. Supervised a team of specialists and support personnel.
-Reduced cost variance to -½ of 1% for the $550,000,000 residential builder, Dominion; developed and managed the performance of 20 employees.
-Created an interdepartmental team that evaluated prototype houses; played a key role in helped implementing purchasing and estimating systems in a new market.
-Developed and maintained a database of plan revisions and change orders; designed and implemented an internet-based scheduling system for 250 subcontractors.
Project Manager 1993 - 2001
United States Marine Corps Assignments worldwide
Executed needs assessments, defined project scope, documented technical requirements and crafted detailed project plans for the implementation of voice and data communication infrastructure and systems. Scheduled and directed complex initiatives from concept through completion. Monitored progress; troubleshot problems; tracked costs; met engineering specifications and timelines.
-Developed consistently accurate estimates for materials and labor and established a track record for completing assignments on time and within budget.
-Responsible for managing and directing training for a 1,000-member battalion, and identifying and securing outside training resources to meet mission requirements.
-Served overseas for 5 years, engaged in joint ventures in Japan and 3 other foreign countries; chosen for an elite officer development program.
-Honors include an early meritorious promotion and letters of commendation.
LEARNING CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Science: Construction Systems - 3.4 Major GPA 2001
The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
Associate of Arts: Computer Studies - 3.6 Major GPA 1998
University of Maryland College Park, Maryland
Additional courses, seminars and workshops include:
Masters degree coursework in city and regional planning; 3.0 GPA
Leading at the Edge (2008) - Crucial Conversations / Green Building / IBC & IRC Overview (2007)
University of Florida: Green Building / KCR Communications: The Negotiating Edge (2005)
Saddle Island Institute: Analyzing Construction Schedules (2004)
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCIES
On-screen Take-off - Timberline Estimating - Primavera CM - Precision Estimator
JD Edwards World / E1 - Microsoft Office / Project - Adobe Acrobat Professional - Adobe Designer
PERSONAL
Youth program volunteer - Eagle Scout - National Contract Manager Association member
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