Construction Management
Resume:
Robert H Stephens
P.O.Box ****
Wedowee, Alabama 36278
********@**.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-stephens-21877180
Director of Construction
Development & Construction Director managing expansion operations for high growth companies
Multifaceted Real Estate/Construction Management executive with distinguished experience leading operations, financial acumen, establishing and administering multimillion dollar budgets for large scale capital improvement projects. Utilize exceptional leadership skills to establish and communicate project vision and collaborate with executive team to empower employees to achieve goals. Talent for forging solid relationships with Landlord/Developers, Architects, Consultants and Contractors to ensure smooth, quality-controlled construction operation. Adept leading projects from inception to completion.
Highlights of Experience
Site Evaluation
Due Diligence/Entitlement processing
Project Management & Execution
Cost Reduction Strategies and Planning
Vetting, selection and management of Architects & Consultants
Staff Training & Development Initiatives
Vetting & selection of General Contractors
Adept in Codes and interpretation
Management of multi – million dollar projects involving multiple contractors & vendors
Construction Planning & Scheduling
P & L / Budget Administration and Management
Vetting and selection of regional vendors
Vendor / Supplier Contract Negotiations
Lease Negotiations & Contract Reviews
Landlord & Property Manager coordination & management
Turnover of completed facilities to operations
Management of franchise construction, to assure conformance with corporate branding
Career Summary
LA Fitness International, Irvine, California
Oversee all construction operations and administration of $60M corporate construction budget. Lead team of four employees in managing project development process and providing jobsite management services.
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT (1999 to Present)
Interface with Landlords, Attorneys, Construction Managers, Engineers, and Architects to define project scope, plan budgets, and negotiate vendor contracts. Manage director level projects, leading project teams to complete tasks on time. Estimate costs, and manage land development/entitlement process, permits, and coordinate.
Key Accomplishments:
Management of multiple development/improvement/remodel projects totaling 750K sq. ft. annually in GA and FL.
Management of remote office, of 4 Construction Managers and Administrative Assistant
Coordinated construction of multiple high end health club facilities valued up to $10M each.
Directed team in developing and initiate interior and exterior branding graphics.
Led the company in change order reduction and management.
Suburban Lodges of America, Atlanta, Georgia
Directed the planning, development, and construction of multiple hotel projects valued at $4M each.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (1996 to 1999)
Managed all facets of construction projects, from initial planning stage through estimating and job costing to establishing construction schedules. Managed construction of franchise hotels, to assure conformance to corporate standards. Coordinated sub-contractors and negotiated contracts. Directed team of four field operation Construction Managers to complete all assignments, lead onsite crews to meet tight deadlines. Inspected finished projects to ensure highest quality craftsmanship.
Key Accomplishments:
Conducted training of Architects, Consultants and Construction Managers
Leveraged “hands-on” management style to complete site evaluations and attain permits as needed.
Initiated on-site safety action plans, ensuring adherence to all OSHA safety codes.
Recorded and tracked man-hours and all job logs, while strictly following construction schedules.
Provided critical leadership in reading blueprints, diagrams, drawings, and engineering instructions.
Advance Auto Parts, Roanoke, Virginia
Oversaw all construction operations for Store Support Division, supervised design and construction of approximately 45 retail stores per year throughout the Southeastern United States.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER (1992 to 1996)
Worked closely with Landlords, architects, engineers, and designers to evaluate designs, incorporate changes, and monitor job performance. Planned work schedules, estimated project costs, administered budgets, and reviewed blueprints / schematics to ensure quality construction standards. Monitored operations to ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and all city inspection requirements.
Key Accomplishments:
Led weekly meetings with PM’s, field staff, and 30-40 subcontractors to reduce cycle times, eliminate delays and increase productivity.
Initiated new build process that eliminated issues in early develop stage, thus improving inspection records and keeping projects on schedule.
Additional Experience
Construction Superintendent (’90-‘92) Winesett - Hill Constructors Inc.
Supervised construction and remodeling of retail and restaurant projects valued at $200K to $4M.
Owner/Developer (’86-‘90) Design Craft Properties
Coordinated design and construction of two multi-unit subdivisions and over 100 single family homes.
Construction Superintendent (’84-‘86) Aberdeen Builders Inc.
Lead team of tradesmen in construction and turnover of single family custom homes/ commercial offices.
Carpenter / Foreman (’80-‘84) Daniel Construction Company Inc.
Served in various leadership roles on heavy industrial projects in Wyoming, Tennessee and South Carolina.
Draftsman / Field Service (’76-‘80) Supervisor Irvin Industries Inc.
Assisted in design and drafting of air structures and dome roofs; provided onsite field services to owners during assembly and erection of structures.
Education
Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond KY
B.S. Building Construction & Design Technology
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