To lead and grow a constuction company to build the highest quality projects, profitably.
I enjoy building teams and systems to create award winning project. I enjoy leading and promoting a culture of "win win". My objective is to to more of what I enjoy and become better at at the things I enjoy and I am aleady good at.
BRIAN HODESS 2/3
HODESS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., North Attleboro, MA
2004 to 2007
President
Formed owned and operated a general contracting firm specializing in Multi-residential construction. hi-tech clean room facilities and design-build projects. Hold full P&L authority for every aspect of the company including short/long range planning, growth strategies, sales/marketing and corporate infrastructure development and construction. Identify, solicit and negotiate partnership alliances and capital funding. Coordinate product development research.
Oversee all aspects of project development programs from initial concept and proposal acceptance through estimating, purchasing, construction operations, and close-out. Manage project team development, selection process and negotiation of business deals and contracts.
• Generated backlog in excess of $12 million and retained earnings of close to $1 million.
• Returned a profit margin of nearly 10% on every project completed in a highly competitive market.
HODESS BUILDING COMPANY, INC., North Attleboro, MA 1987 to 2007
President
Appointed to senior executive position of this general construction management company executing a broad range of projects for the institutional, residential, public works, military and high tech markets in the Microelectronic Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices industries. Set company goals, analyzed challenges/opportunities and created processes, benchmarks and competencies to guide leadership toward vision. Provided operational leadership for all financial matters, investments, daily cash flow, insurance issues, banking/bonding relationships, HR and benefits for 110 employees. Held direct involvement in the design and management of internal Purchasing, Estimating, Expediting and Scheduling departments. Participated in a large majority of estimates performed by the company. Participated in sales/marketing activities and the administration of construction projects.
• Directed rapid growth platform, taking the company from $7 million to $180 million in 8 years.
• Led company to market leader on the east coast for Hi-Tech construction, from 1993 to 2001.
• Company won national recognition for Safety achievements in 1998 thru 2000.
• Reduced annual premiums by over 17% for 4 years in a row with an EMR of .62.
• Averaged 5% buy on every project purchased.
• Managed the construction of more than 5,500 multi-family housing units.
• Created job specific educational and development program for employees.
• Spearheaded training platform for recent college graduates that significantly enhanced project results.
Previous Experience
Charter Boat Captain, Hinckley Yacht Charters, St. John’s & St. Thomas USVI, 1984 to 1987
Profitably managed day-to-day operations of a charter sailing company for a major resort with vessels ranging from 40ft to 60ft in length. Areas of responsibility included sales, day/week long charters, captain performance, crew safety and customer satisfaction.
EDUCATION
University of Vermont
Bachelor of Science, Education
Harvard University
Graduate Owners & President Management Program (OPM)
Bryant College, Northeastern University
Completed Post-graduate Level Construction Related Courses
BRIAN HODESS 3/3
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed Builder, Rhode Island #1205
Certified Outdoor Educator, National Outdoor Leadership School
50-Ton Ocean Operator (Captain’s) License
BOARD APPOINTMENTS / AFFILIATIONS
Member / Arbitrator/ Neutral American Arbitration Association
Former Two-Term Chairman, Associated Builders and Contractors of America, Massachusetts Chapter
National Board Member, Associated Building and Contractors of America
Former Chairman, Associated Builders and Contractors of America, Rhode Island Chapter
Board of Directors, Big Brothers of Rhode Island
PUBLICATIONS
Co-author, “Answers to the 20 Questions Building Contractors Hope You’ll Never Ask,†Printed by BookSurge, LLC.
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