With over 20 years of experience in providing top leadership within the construction industry, I am writing to explore new opportunities involving a management-level position.
DENNIS M. GOTTSTEIN
514 Percussion Path • Wadsworth, OH 44281
Home: (330) 334-6197 • Cell: (330) 858-6487 • dgottstein[at]roadrunner.com
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & CONSTRUCTION
Extensive, Broad-Based Experience in the Construction Industry
Recipient of Awards that Include Highest-Rated Manager (NJ) and Community of the Year
Proven Track Record of Success in Meeting Time, Cost, and Quality Goals for Complex Projects
in the building industry for 20 years, including 14 years with the 7th largest builder in the U.S. Strong background in supervision of cross-functional, diverse teams. Able Entrepreneurial leader with consistent results in executive management positions within the construction to forge solid relationships with contractors, distributors, and other strategic partners to realize business and operational goals, $100 million-plus in profit gains through development/construction projects within 4 communities and 3000+ homes as Community Builder with K. Hovnanian Companies
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
 Distributor/Contractor Negotiations
 Strategic Business Planning/Execution
 Operational Management Functions
 Project Planning & Estimating
 Construction Team Supervision
 Real Estate Management  Local & State Regulatory Issues
 Quality Management Expertise
 Facilities Management
 Multi-Family Development
 Renovation & Remodeling Project
 Land Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
K. HOVNANIAN COMPANIES – Red Bank, NJ – 1994-2008
Director of Construction / Community Builder / Construction Manager
In charge of all construction projects involving building of new homes, directing team of 30+ and holding full decision-making authority on daily construction. Monitor Construction and Sales teams to ensure positive working relationships and collaborations. Initially recruited by company to spearhead its return to Active Adult market; earned series of subsequent promotions to increasingly responsible leadership positions, including Community Builder with full responsibility for all budgets and Sales/Design/Construction teams.
OF NOTE:
 As Director of Construction, spearheaded 180-degree turnaround in team morale, leading to consistent on-budget/on-target project completion and increase in customer satisfaction.
 Met and exceeded sales projections as Community Builder, generating $100 million profit on 4 communities with combined budget of $200 million:
- Four Seasons at Lakewood, Active Adult, (1057 Single Family + 300 Condos)
- Four Seasons at Metedeconk, Active Adult ( 800 Homes)
- Four Seasons at South Knolls, Active Adult (700 Homes)
- Bayview at Bayville, Single Family Semi Custom Homes (40 Homes)
- Four Seasons at Wall, Active Adult (400 Homes, + 124 Townhomes)
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Home: (330) 334-6197
Cell: (330) 858-6487
dgottstein[at]roadrunner.com
K. HOVNANIAN, CONTINUED
 Led operation to win “Best Community of the Year†award from the New Jersey Builders Association for 5 different communities with 3324 + properties.
 Awarded “Community Builder of the Year†in 2001 from the K. Hovnanian NJ division.
LEISURE TECHNOLOGY – Lakewood, NJ – 1984-1994
Project Manager
Held full responsibility and accountability for all construction activities, directing team of 16 construction supervisors through full cycles of construction projects. Identified and resolved problems in early stages to prevent unnecessary time and cost expenditures. Trained, mentored, and motivated team members to meet and surpass expectations. Ensured full compliance with local and state regulations regarding construction process.
OF NOTE:
 Maintained 100% under-budget performance over 10-year period on all construction projects for Land Development and Home Construction divisions. Recommended improvements in setting up construction cycle subsequently adopted and implemented by the company.
 Received Project Manager of the Year award.
 Leisure Knolls , Active Adult, (1200 Single Family)
 Leisure Village West, Senior Homes ( 800 Condos )
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Schools attended
Freehold High School, Freehold NJ
Monmouth College– Long Branch NJ
Ocean County College, Toms River NJ
Certifications & Licenses
BOCA, CABO & OSHA Certifications
Michigan Builders License
West Virginia Contractors License
New Jersey Real Estate License
Training
NAHB – MIRM Certificate, numerous active workshops
Houston, TX – Top Gun Marketing & Sales
Professional Affiliations
New Jersey Builders Association
Ohio Builder Association
Military
United States Air Force – AWACs, Radar, Weapons Operations
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