Equipped with more than 20 years of professional experience, I am writing to offer your organization an impressive portfolio of multimillion dollar revenue growth, multisite management, cross-functional team leadership, and strategic partnership development. Furthermore, my record of success in dramatically accelerating revenue growth derives from my expertise in profit and loss accountability, cost containment, operational streamlining, performance optimization, and account acquisition and growth.
CHRIS MERRITT
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Accomplished manager with 20+ years of experience in generating multimillion dollar revenue growth, expertly leading internal and external teams, and promoting overall operational excellence. Specialize in aligning project strategies with corporate and client goals. Drive revenue through financial management, including cost analysis, budget administration, and cost containment. Cultivate highly productive relationships with stakeholders and third parties, from subcontractors to community leaders. Galvanize business development through stellar project lifecycle management and client satisfaction. Deliver exceptional results on time and under budget for multiple simultaneous projects through logistical planning, team leadership, and process reengineering.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TRICORE DEVELOPMENT San Jose, California 2009-current
Project Manager
Expert leader in the execution of residential and commercial construction projects for million dollar firm. Developed and implemented project budgets and resource procurement protocols. Performed ongoing site checks to ensure rigorous budgets and timelines are met, including outlining key benchmarks, establishing schedules, and instituting change order strategies as needed.
• Collaborated with company President in defining project goals and procedures.
• Devised innovative procedure to evaluate and enhance performance of all subcontractors.
• Cultivated enduring relationships with clients in high-end residential construction projects, including deploying expertise in project bidding, contract administration, cost analyses, and client care.
• Advanced financial targets by partnering with accounting experts to develop ongoing job costing reports
ORCO CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY, INC., San Jose, California • 2008-2009
Assistant Branch Manager
Spearheaded day-to-day branch operations, including providing hands-on cross-functional team leadership for internal and external personnel. Drove revenue targets through strategic outreach, including tactical marketing, will calls, and networking for key prospects. Galvanized profitability through operational analysis and policy development. Implemented cost containment strategies while maintaining service quality. Devised purchase control and inventory management platforms to drive procurement and eliminate redundancies.
• Maintained profit and loss (P&L) accountability in branch generating more than $14M in annual revenue.
• Cut inventory shrinkage by more than 35% and salvaged $250,000 in operating expenditures with the restructuring of inventory control policies and procedures.
• Boosted daily walk-in revenue from $17,000 to $24,000 through innovation, optimizing customer experience by revamping showroom and enforcing representative customer service accountability.
• Drove workforce excellence institution-wide through the expert recruiting, training, retention, and management of quality talent.
• Propelled institutional goals through operational and leadership excellence, including devising innovative sales, service, and administrative strategies.
• Deployed exceptional relationship management skills to establish enduring third party relationships, including overseeing external supervisors on corporate projects.
AMGI, INC., San Jose, California • 2006-2008
Director of Operations
Advanced ambitious corporate goals through short term and long range project planning. Conducted comprehensive financial planning. Formulated estimates, established budgets, implemented cost control protocols, and performed ongoing financial monitoring. Defined project staffing needs, recruited talent, and evaluated performance to maintain optimal workforce levels throughout project lifecycle. Coordinated logistical planning, including materials planning and procurement. Administered project documentation, including overseeing job billing, processing paperwork, and analyzing blueprints.
• Generated 60% gross profit within 1 year through process optimization.
• Boosted revenue by $500,000 in year 1 as a leader of Bay Area operations division.
• Consistently met ambitious budgets and timelines through stellar project lifecycle management.
• Established highly profitable relationships with external experts, including architects, design consultants, project managers, and construction managers.
• Successfully oversaw complex single and multi-family residential construction, including high profile multi-family developments for Dr. Horton/Summer Hill Homes.
PETER LYON GENERAL CONTRACTOR, INC., Campbell, California • 2005-2006
Project Manager
Expertly led team of 4 supervisors in the execution of residential and commercial construction projects for multimillion dollar firms. Conducted contract negotiations, aligning project strategies with corporate targets. Developed and implemented project budgets and resource procurement protocols. Performed ongoing performance analysis to ensure rigorous budgets and timelines, including outlining key benchmarks, establishing schedules, and instituting remediation strategies as needed.
• Collaborated with company President in defining project goals and procedures.
• Devised innovative procedure to evaluate and enhance performance of all subcontractors.
• Cultivated enduring relationships with clients in high-end residential construction projects, including deploying expertise in project bidding, contract administration, cost analyses, and client care.
• Advanced financial targets by partnering with accounting experts to develop ongoing job costing reports.
VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS, San Jose, California • 1998-2005
Contractor
Provided exceptional service for realtors preparing residential and commercial properties to enter real estate market. Coordinated remodelling projects, including devising and executing strategies throughout the lifecycle. Galvanized business growth through strategic sales and marketing, including market and client needs analysis.
• Successfully spearheaded more than $1M in remodelling projects.
• Brought multiple concurrent projects to completion on time and 10% under budget on average.
• Built reputation for professional excellence, resulting in 90% referral-based client portfolio.
• Developed proprietary Excel-based system to facilitate project estimating and invoice tracking.
STARS AND STRIPES TELECOM, San Jose, California • 2000-2001
Account Executive
Provided voice and data solutions for senior management in various industries. Analyzed client needs and developed targeted sales strategies to promote continuous revenue growth. Partnered with sales and technology experts to devise product introduction and education strategies for a diverse clientele.
• Oversaw 36 accounts, promoting revenue growth and customer loyalty through superior service.
• Reliably met and exceeded $100,000 monthly quota and increased company revenue by 20%.
• Earned numerous honors for performance excellence, including 2 sales person of the month awards.
AMERIGAS PROPANE, Scotts Valley, California • 1998-2000
General Manager
Coordinated day-to-day operation of multimillion dollar propane gas depot. Performed in-depth logistical planning, including orchestrating product delivery strategies and schedules. Defined and met productivity goals.
• Expertly administered 40 cross-functional personnel and $4M operating budget.
• Grew customer base by 700 accounts within 2 years with the development of targeted marketing protocol.
• Produced $1M in revenue and reduced expenditures by 20% with the creation of PSR program.
Additional Experience:
• NABISCO BRANDS—Assistant Operations Manager: Boosted productivity and cut shrinkage by 15%.
EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
Suffield University, Boise, Idaho
Definity Sales Certificate
IP Sales Training
General Contractors License
CTEP Certification
Forklift Certification
Permasert Certification
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