Highly accomplished Senior Executive eager to contribute exceptional construction development

and management expertise toward supporting a dynamic employer in optimizing bottom-line performance.

 

 

• Excel in steering full spectrum of construction development and management operations.
• Strategically devise schedules to maximize use of human, financial and physical resources and ensure on-time, budget-compliant delivery of projects from initial launch through completion.
• Solid background in commercial, industrial and multi-family residential construction and development including partnering with U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
• Substantial personnel leadership experience; direct and guide project team members to perform efficiently, safely, and professionally.
• Enforce and ensure strict attention to jobsite safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Proficiency in obtaining approvals and permits from regulatory agencies and facilitating seamless communication and cooperation between clients, contractors, designers, consultants, and vendors.
• Adept in all phases of pre-construction, contract negotiations, strategic planning, and controlling budgets.

 

      

Ecowall, Las Vegas, NV and San Diego, CA, 2007 to Present

Chief Operating Officer

• Proficiently negotiated licensee agreement with Ecolite USA to distribute hybrid, Green, manufactured commercial wall system within the construction industry.
• Assembled, motivate and direct sales, marketing, design and project management teams.
• Improved cost control by reducing waste and consolidating offices.

 

Glen, Smith, & Glen Development (GSG), Las Vegas, NV, 2006 to 2007

Director of Commercial Development

         Spearheaded $400M in commercial development projects with full accountability for company policy and procedure development, budget planning and administration, and effective leadership of in-house project managers, civil engineer and marketing personnel.

         Successfully completed due diligence on new, 40-acre commercial development land acquisition.

         Demonstrated exemplary attention to accuracy in reviewing, analyzing and reconciling project budgets with corporate financial data.

         Fortified project risk management by resourcefully creating and introducing ball in court risk mitigation tool.

         Navigated collaborative efforts between external consultants providing leasing, public relations, sales, construction, marketing, finance and engineering services.

         Set-up LEED Core and Shell pilot program project to achieve sustainable design capabilities.

         Prepared and coordinated project application to USGBC for LEED certification.

 

Continued

 

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

SR Construction, Inc.,  Las Vegas, NV, 2005 to 2006

Senior Project Manager

• Directed $40M in high-end office park projects with extensive involvement in coordinating with civil engineers and architect regarding site and building design.
• Adeptly perform value engineering to meticulously align projects with developers budgets.
• Prepared and presented conceptual budgets for developer review and approval.
• Finalized project costs and schedules, hired all subcontractors, and steered full-scope construction activities for both stick framing as well as multi-story tilt-up work.
• Exercised strong planning and organizational skills to complete large Medical Rehabilitation Center tenant build-out in adherence with timeline and budget parameters.

 

Dream Home Development, Chanhassen, MN, 2001 to 2004

Partner

• Played a lead role in developing and managing new rental homes in Minneapolis/St. Paul Metropolitan area with oversight of lot acquisition, finance, construction, leasing, design, and property management.
• Drove consistent business growth by marketing to underserved communities with large and extended families.
• Expeditiously converted lots from dirt to occupied homes in as little as eight days.

 

Kohlenberger Companies, Inc., Minnetonka, MN, 1994 to 2001

Kohlenberger Construction Company, Inc., Minnetonka, MN, 1987 to 1994

President

• Launched and managed successful construction firm which developed  warehouses, office buildings, manufacturing and industrial facilities, free-standing retail centers, building additions, and tenant improvements.
• Applied dynamic versatility in overseeing financial planning and administration, operations, strategy development, and construction management.
• Directed, motivated and collaborated with design-build personnel to achieve top-notch client satisfaction and capture repeat business of 40%+ of annual volume.
• Championed efforts for client referrals to constitute 50% of new business.
• Steadily and successfully increased volume by an average of 30% annually.
• Exhibited outstanding talents in P&L management to realize average profit margin of 12%.

 

                   

 

Prior Background:

 

Senior Project Manager

Langer Construction Company, West St. Paul, MN

 

Project Manager

R.J. Ryan Construction, Bloomington, MN

 

 

Bachelor s Degree, Major in Business Management, Mankato State University, Mankato, MN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date

 

 

 

Hiring Agent Name

Company

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear ______________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a senior-level management capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As indicated in the accompanying resume, I bring to you an extensive background in construction project management, considerable experience in operations leadership, and outstanding abilities in performing budgeting, scheduling and materials procurement for multi-million dollar initiatives. To complement these qualifications, I offer sharp communication, interpersonal, analytical, forecasting, and prioritization skills which are paramount in an executive-level role.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a seasoned professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance, insight, and initiative. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of organization>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Professional regards,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date

 

 

 

Interviewer s Name

Title

Company Name

Address

City/State/Zip Code

 

Dear__________________:

 

It was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on [insert date here]. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered. I am still very interested in the [insert name of position] position, and I am convinced that it is the right job for me. I feel my career history and qualifications prepare me well for the responsibilities we discussed.

 

The position as you described it to me would combine my strong skills in [insert two skills or qualities here].  This would allow me to make the same valuable contribution to your organization as I ve made to my past employers a win-win proposition for both of us.

 

(Choose one of the two paragraphs below, depending on whether or not you have, or have not yet, interviewed with the person)

 

(I am eager to meet with you in person to further discuss my background and qualifications. Please feel free to contact me at the above phone numbers so we can continue the discussion we began over the telephone.)

 

(Again, thank you for considering my qualifications. I enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. I look forward to hearing your decision.)

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy