NATHANIEL W. PENDLETON, Jr.
1239 Carlene Avenue, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - CONSTRUCTION
Heavy & Highway â–ª Aviation â–ª Mining & Manufacturing â–ª Utility â–ª Building Construction
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Innovative, assertive and goal oriented Senior Project Manager with a proven track record of directing complex multi-site construction projects and initiatives for major corporations. Excellent track record of delivering substantial revenue, productivity and quality improvements through well managed projects that meet or exceed completion requirements. Decisive, solutions-focused manager exemplifying strong leadership, communication, negotiation, creative and analytical skills.
PROFILE
Skilled in directing large scale, multi-million dollar projects from initial due diligence, planning and proposal stages through the entire design and construction cycle. Exemplifies a unique ability to “connect the dots†and bring all of the diverse interests in a project together.
Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions; continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
High-level strategic thinker who can dig through complex information and see the forest for the trees; dives deep to deliver improved tangible results that defend the integrity of the building.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Strategic Analysis & Planning
• Finance Forecasting , Budgeting & Oversight
• Entrepreneurial Ventures & Start Up Operations
• Safety Regulations & Risk Management
• Special Project Management
• Team Leadership & Motivation
• Operational Streamlining
• Overhead & Cost Reduction
• Process Re-engineering
• Construction Contract Administration
RECENT EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
KRAFT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., Fort Myers, FL
Construction Management at Risk Company averaging $400-$600M in annual revenues and 300-500 personnel
Project Manager
High profile manager given oversight of preconstruction activities, which included the Construction at Risk Contract, the scopes of work, existing and new utility requirements, project specifications and writing the GMP provisions. Additionally responsible for resolving disputes and obtaining satisfactory resolution of warranty issues on schools and their athletic facilities, high rises, medical examiners equipment and university dormitories and parking lots at no additional or minimal cost to the company. Position reported directly to Senior Vice President.
 Successfully transitioned from a diverse and extensive career in heavy and highway construction to a career in building construction, working for Southwest Florida’s premier building construction manager.
 Spearheaded the preconstruction and start up phases of a $55 Million Fort Myers Utility & Streetscape Project.
 Recognized for unique ability to rectify issues, gain client confidence and increased satisfaction; chosen by the Senior Vice President- Lee County Area Manager and designated to procure the completion of Punch List on multiple large volume contracts as an actively visible consultant and trusted advisor to champion the “objective voice of the clientâ€.
 Closeout and Warranty completion, replacement and repair at Mariner Middle School, Ida S. Baker High School, Veterans Park Elementary & Middle Schools, Captiva Villas, Lee County Medical Examiner District 21, Florida Gulf Coast University and Marina View 58 and High Point Place Phase II.
PENDLETON ENTERPRISES, Fort Myers, FL Independently owned business specializing in the construction of outdoor advertising signs (Billboards) and cellular towers
Founder
Principal owner and decision maker with full autonomy to devise and execute strategies designed to propel company’s progression. Leveraged broad operational expertise and expansive field knowledge to consult on and/or oversee large scale projects ranging from $1Million to $17Million in project size. Scopes of responsibilities included managing day to day site operations of development interstate adjacent commercial and industrial property, management of Limited Liability Companies, Trusts and an estate owning real estate and billboards while serving as the Manager, Trustee and Executrix.
 Negotiated construction of the access and frontage road as well as the utilities along I-77/81 frontage property to be done by the state and municipality at no cost to the developer or property owners.
 Permitted, constructed and leased steel billboard structures on the Interstate 77/81 property yielding $60,780 in annual income.
 Performed Value Engineering on multiple projects including redesigns that would save the VDOT $250,000 and the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District an estimated $601,150.
EAGLE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., Newberry, SC
Highway and Heavy Construction
Project Manager
Essential manager hired and charged specifically with rendering strategic leadership over all facets of a new cross-island expressway project on Hilton Head Island, SC. Scopes of responsibilities included serving as a liaison with the town, SCDOT, SCDHEC and media. Concurrently accountable for managing the clearing, grading, drainage, base, paving, seeding, guard rail, sound wall and traffic line painting.
 Completed the project within the SCDOT allowed time and within company budget despite being delayed by two mandatory hurricane shutdowns and evacuations and major existing utility conflicts.
 Coordinated the work of three independent utility companies (electric, telephone and water & sewer) in removing and reinstallation of their respective utilities in such a manner as to not delay the project, using only my pickup truck as an office, a company cell phone and no other support staff.
 Prepared a logging plan for development of 26 acres of prime island land.
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING CONSULTANT
PENDLETON CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, Wytheville, VA
HORTON TRUCKING CORPORATION, Wytheville, VA
SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, Wytheville, VA
HIGHLAND ENTERPRISES, Wytheville, VA
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION, INC., Wytheville, VA
INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, Matthews, NC
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
VMI KEYDET CLUB, INC., Lexington, VA
At-Large Member, Executive Committee; Member, Board of Governors; Interim Executive Vice President
PENDLETON CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, Wytheville, VA
Executive Vice President; Materials Vice President; C.E.O / Treasurer; Construction Vice President/ Assistant Treasurer and Controller; Project Engineer
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, Richmond, VA
Highway Trainee
UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, Fort Belvoir, VA
Second Lieutenant
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Master in Business Administration, University of Virginia- Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, Charlottesville, VA
Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA
License:
Professional Engineer - Virginia License No. 5247
Completed Courses:
Value Engineering, SAVE International, Dayton, OH; Dispute Resolution Board Administration, Practice and Chairing, Seattle, WA; Construction Management, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA and Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA; CPM and PERT, Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA; Construction Safety, Virginia Department of Labor, Richmond, VA; Industrial Safety, Virginia Department of Labor, Richmond, VA; Industrial Electricity, America Electric Power, Columbus, OH; Principles of Bank Operations, American Institute of Banking, Norfolk, VA; Executive Time Management, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
Community Service
Awarded Wytheville Community College Honorary Degree
City of Fort Myers Florida Fire and Buildings Appeals Board
Planning Commission, Wytheville, VA
Jaycees Outstanding Community Service Award
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