⭐ Executive Summary
Construction professional with 30 years of experience across Commercial, Residential, and Insurance Restoration sectors. Proven success leading Operations, Divisions, and Project Teams while driving business development, profitability, and organizational growth. Known for a diplomatic, politically adept leadership style, strong decision making, and the ability to elevate companies to new performance levels.
Experienced business owner with a deep understanding of the construction market, competitive landscape, and operational efficiencies. Skilled in building high performing teams, optimizing processes, and managing complex construction programs from concept through completion. Recognized for exceptional presentation, proposal development, and client facing communication.
Seeking senior leadership opportunities such as VP, Director of Operations, Construction Manager, Project Manager, Business Development, or Insurance Reconstruction Management, where extensive experience and immediate impact are valued.
Key Strengths & Intangibles: • Former business owner with strong “big picture” mindset • Politically inclined with a diplomatic, solutions oriented approach • Deep knowledge of construction management and competitive markets • Exceptional attention to detail and project orchestration • Strong presentation, proposal, and client relationship skills
⭐ Professional Experience
General Manager – DFW Build & Remodel (Dallas, TX | 2014–Present)
Lead all operations for residential and commercial construction, remodeling, and tenant improvement projects. • Oversee full business operations including estimating, sales, project management, and P&L • Develop scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and project documentation • Coordinate with architects and engineers during design and development phases • Prepare bid packages, analyze proposals, and award subcontractor contracts • Manage construction for new homes, commercial projects, and multifamily renovations
General Manager – Atlantic Construction (Dallas, TX | 2012–2013)
Recruited to build a new general contracting division while managing an existing insurance roofing operation. • Built a profitable GC division within 30 days, achieving margins of 25%+ • Managed sales, project management, job supervision, hiring, contracts, budgets, and financial operations • Negotiated subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, and change orders • Delivered commercial and residential projects including office conversions, senior housing, and roofing • Increased project profit margins from 10–15% to significantly higher through strategic change orders
Construction Project Manager – Genesis Environmental Construction (Plano, TX | 2011–2012)
Managed commercial, multifamily, hotel, and international construction projects. • Estimated and procured materials for a 5,000 SF office and airport hangar in Nigeria ($1.3M) • Completed multifamily, hotel, and commercial renovation projects across Texas and New Jersey • Secured and managed a $1.2M Dallas apartment renovation contract • Led subcontractor negotiations, cost control, scheduling, and progress meetings • Built and trained a team for an Insurance Restoration & Emergency Response division
Construction Consultant – Builders of Hope (Raleigh, NC | 2010–2012)
Supported nonprofit housing initiatives and city funded redevelopment programs. • Renovated homes and converted school trailers into senior housing • Worked with Dallas city officials, development departments, and media outlets • Produced federally compliant renovation estimates under Davis Bacon guidelines • Secured permits, coordinated with police departments, and supported community revitalization projects
⭐ Education & Certifications
• Job Corps Trade School – General Building, Carpentry, Masonry • Richland College – Real Estate, Construction Management, Contract Administration • Real Estate School – Covina, CA • Construction Inspection School – Los Angeles, CA (250 hours, ICBO Certificate)
⭐ Licenses & Special Skills
• Dallas Registered Contractor #1228112 • Former CA Licensed General Contractor (B, C 29 Masonry, C 39 Roofing) • Government Approved Vendor #99002889 • Skilled in contracts, scopes of work, business plans, and marketing strategies • Construction Appeals Board Member – Lake Cities, TX • Featured in Remodeling Magazine, USA Today, and multiple radio programs • Experience with Xactimate, Microsoft Office, PDF, and estimating templates
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