DAVID J. RICHTER

**** **** ******* ******** • Cumming, Georgia 30041

770-***-**** • mcd7ye@r.postjobfree.com

VICE PRESIDENT OF LAND ACQUISITIONS / CONSTRUCTION / DEVELOPMENT

Accomplished management executive, with more than 23 years of experience managing construction / development projects ranging from custom residential homes and condominiums to shopping malls and municipal buildings. Skillfully manage multiple projects encompassing sizeable budgets (up to $80M) and numerous locations, from acquisitions and site selection through development and construction. Talented negotiator and decision-maker, known for securing competitive pricing, ensuring compliance, and delivering substantial cost-savings ($6M+). Effective communicator and liaison, with proven success in building strategic partnerships with staff, engineers, contractors, clients, and governmental agencies. Key strengths include:

Land Acquisitions & Development • Large-Scale Project Management • Construction Management

Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Negotiations • Site Selection • Strategic Planning

Client Relationship Management • Value Engineering • Forecasting • Procurement

Policy Development & Implementation • Site Audit Management • Due Diligence

Budget Management • Contractor Management • Regulatory Compliance

Series 6 and 63 NASD licensure, Variable Life and Insurance Licenses

Willing to Relocate

iPARAMETRICS, Alpharetta, Georgia • 2008-Present

Engineering & construction professional services firm.

Independent Contractor

Perform disaster recovery work as needed for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

BERLIN ATLANTIC CAPITAL, Atlanta, Georgia • 2007-2008 - Layoff

Provides growth-oriented investments in real estate (mixed used and resort) projects across the U.S.

Director of Acquisitions & Construction

Acquired land and entitlements on projects across 8 states (Georgia, Atlanta, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, New York, Florida, and Virginia) for mixed-used projects. Managed leases on commercial offices and land leases. Administered lease up and oversight for new projects and dispositions. Oversaw staff of 10 and managed outside brokers and client relationships. Identified and contracted with consultants, engineers, and attorneys to complete team of professionals necessary to entitle and construct projects. Compiled project plans and sales (take out plans), conducted marketing studies, title reviews, due diligence, contract negotiations, contractor selection, bidding, strategic project planning, proforma and model financial analysis. Prepared and administered budget. Sourced new opportunities and visited new sites for acquisition. Coordinated with local, state, and federal governmental agencies in order to permit sites for development. Prepared project approval packages for Board of Directors. Developed, implemented, and enforced policies and procedures.

• Acquired land / entitlements for 16 projects across 8 U.S. states, totaling 2,500+ acres and 800 developed lots. Landscape design, construction and maintenance of common areas and entrances.

• Designed and implemented due diligence / underwriting process and guidelines.

• Saved company $6M+ by value engineering and negotiating land prices on multiple projects.

• Generated $3.2M in savings on project by using material from an adjoining project.

• Developed and implemented the NPDES (inspections and reporting) program for company.

• Identified and secured vertical construction / take out partners for disposition of completed projects.

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THE EROSION COMPANY (TEC), Woodstock, Georgia • 2006-2007 - Layoff

Provides erosion construction, NPDES services, grassing / erosion functions on DOT projects across the U.S.

Vice President of Site Compliance Services

Managed group of 30 inspectors who inspected 8,000+ sites per month for erosion control issues as per the requirements of NPDES regulations by the EPA of the U.S. Provided technical assistance to project managers, inspectors, and clients on erosion issues and problems. Recommended solutions on specifications and project requirements. Designed NPDES programs for clients to suit their project needs. Managed inspections, compliance and site work divisions daily with $6M+ in revenues. Managed budget preparation, proposals, and client interactions. Lease administration on corporate facilities and offices, warehouses and storage locations. Conducted site audits and served as liaison for all local, state, and federal agencies.

• Restructured company’s NPDES reporting system; converted paper system to email reporting system in order to provide clients with real-time information and to avoid stop work orders / fines.

• Delivered considerable cost-savings to clients (over $400K) by negotiating with local officials to save money on fines and new work required by local authorities.

BEAZER HOMES USA INC. (ATLANTA DIVISION), Atlanta, Georgia • 2004-2006

Fortune 500 national homebuilding company. Top 10 National Builder

Vice President of Land Development & Acquisitions

Led 15 project managers, land managers, and support staff; also managed consultants, engineers, and attorneys. Oversaw all land acquisition functions, acquisitions, contractor selection and management. Prepared and managed budgets, proformas, project approval packages, title reviews, due diligence, and underwriting of projects. Administered division office space and storage facilities leases and strategic space planning needs. Facilities management on project locations for administrative office and field locations. Provided technical review on all EIS studies, Geotechnical studies, costing, and design issues of all projects. Liaison to local state and federal agencies. Managed NPDES program for division. Developed, instituted, and enforced policies and procedures. Oversaw pump stations, water facilities, entrance facilities and recreation areas for all projects.

• Designed / implemented NPDES monitoring program for division; became model for Southeast regions’ program.

• Served as one of 4 project leads on ABC Extreme Makeover Home Edition in Lake City, Georgia; demolished an 1,800 sq. ft. home and built a new 5,600 sq. ft. home in 4.5 days from start to finish.

• Acquired land entitlements for 20 projects in excess of 1,400 acres and purchased 600+ finished lots.

• Saved on average 24% per project by converting from general contractor to in-house general contractor structure.

• Managed assets in excess of $300M in raw land and developed lots; completed 1,800+ lots during tenure. Landscape design, construction and maintenance of common areas, rec areas and entrances.

• Reduced expected problems and fines by 60%+ by managing EPA erosion control audit.

• Received awards for most sales in the 1st quarter and best customer satisfaction.

• Developed and instituted underwriting guidelines and due diligence model (land purchases)

WYNFIELD DEVELOPMENT (ATREUS HOMES), Norcross, Georgia • 2001-2004

National homebuilding / new development company. Top 50 National builder

Director of Land Acquisition & Land Development

Managed land acquisitions and due diligence on all land purchases; led staff of 6 project managers and support personnel. Oversaw all facets construction and development on all projects (engineering, budget, permits, etc.). Oversaw all field inspection and design, and acted as liaison to local state and federal agencies on all projects. Developed, implemented, and enforced policies and procedures.

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WYNFIELD DEVELOPMENT (ATREUS HOMES), continued. . .

• Launched company’s first- ever development division; hired competent contractors and engineers.

• Completed 2,500+ lots during tenure; also acquired 600+ acres of land and purchased 500+ developed lots. Landscape design, construction and maintenance of common areas, rec areas, and entrances.

• Scored a perfect 100% on EPA erosion control inspection; also 100% on State of Georgia EPD inspection. Oversaw timer sales and evaluations.

• Outperformed competitors by successfully completing project during very wet year (100+ inches of rain in first 7 months); time gain positively impacted sales and reduced interest costs on project.

EARLY CAREER NOTES (full details on request)

PARAMONT GRADING, INC., Cumming, Georgia / Project Director / Large Projects

• Successfully coordinated and managed large initiatives including Bears Best golf course a $40Mproject.

R.D.I., Cumming, Georgia / Contract Project Management

• Executed projects including commercial office build-outs, facilities management, lease ups,

landfill closures, landfill construction, C-stores, etc.

TORREY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, Smyrna, Georgia / Director of Development

• Completed 1,000+ lots during tenure including recreational facilities, pools, clubhouses, and more.

EMCON SOUTHEAST, Norcross, Georgia / Director of Construction Services

• Managed all aspects of Construction Services Division. Geotechnical lab, materials testing,

soil analysis, concrete testing, liner and fabric destructive testing, project management.

CHAMBERS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC., Smyrna, Georgia / General Manager, multiple locations

• Won 2 corporate safety awards for safest landfills with 0 accidents.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Resource Conservation

University of Montana, Missoula, Montana

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

OSHA Hazardous Materials 40-hour Asbestos Handling & Disposal Training

Studies in Drafting Technologies, Missoula Vo-Tech, Missoula, Montana

Studies in Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), Indiana University, South Bend, Indiana

Time Power Management Training

Karris Negotiating • Gatto Training

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

OSHA Hazardous Materials Certification / Site Worker & Project Manager

State of Georgia Commercial & Residential Septic System Contractor

State of Georgia Water Distribution Operator

Confined Space Entry Certification

Competent Person Certification

Licensed Landfill Operator

Utility Foreman License

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