ROBERT E. SKIDMORE, JR.

630-***-**** Inverness, IL ad38b4@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/bob-skidmore/ VICE PRESIDENT OF LAND DEVELOPMENT

INFLUENTIAL EXECUTIVE WITH GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SECTOR EXPERIENCE Versatile and effective land development leader with civil engineering background and expertise navigating complex government agencies and requirements to streamline and expedite land development, construction, and infrastructure projects. Create and implement private and public projects in excess of $3.5B across residential, commercial, and industrial areas. Manage projects and programs, including vertical construction

and heavy transportation. Drive operational excellence and optimize efficiency through all stages of development. Build and nurture relationships with local and state governments, regulatory agencies, elected officials, contractors and subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

● Commercial, Residential & Industrial Projects

● Government Relations & Negotiations

● Business Development

● Project Management

● Community Planning

● Strategic Planning

● Market Expansion

● Team Leadership

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

● Facilitated opening of Nashville office for Bowman after securing new business development opportunities with Vanderbilt University’s team of civil engineers.

● Led construction of Mill Creek subdivision for Shodeen, Inc. across 900+ acres of open space and 2.5K+ single and multifamily lots; achieved “Best Overall Community in the Midwest” award by The National Association of Home Builders.

● Managed negotiations and project commencement of Elburn Station subdivision for Shodeen, Inc., largest subdivision project in Kane County, IL; partnered with local politicians and government agencies. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BOWMAN / Chicago, IL / Lisle, IL 2022–2023

Midwest Land Development Team Leader – Principal

Managed $1.5M budget and team of 6 engineers in Chicago and 1 in Mexico for operations across single, multifamily, commercial, and industrial development. Led all aspects of pre-acquisition analysis, budgeting, site planning, due diligence, rezoning, entitlements, site development, and project execution. Established short- and long-term goals and strategies; provided mentorship to junior staff through counsel and guidance. Evaluated impact of operational business opportunities and created new sectors, including transportation, structural, mining, landscape and architecture, and construction management services. Developed project milestone tools for greater team and task visibility and insight. Oversaw ~15 projects across multiple states; implemented process improvements to prospect for new business and add to project pipeline; partnered with regional business development managers across US to secure national clients with Midwest-area business needs.

● Grew revenue 75% in 12 months by developing new business across US; expanded engineer headcount by 25%. SHODEEN, INC. / Geneva, IL 2017–2022

Vice President of Land Development

Managed land development projects across Illinois and Wisconsin worth $1B+ for commercial and residential construction and development firm. Negotiated numerous planned unit developments and annexation agreements encompassing 1K+ acres and 2K units. Led construction of multi-use, residential, and commercial buildings worth $30M+ per year; ensured quality land planning, including community walkability and home diversity across neighborhoods. Oversaw land development and general construction for 250–2.5K homes per development with ~600 units in multifamily projects. Hired and managed contractors to perform site development; contracted with engineering firms and secured local government approvals and entitlements.

● Negotiated and completed land development of Prairie Centre in St. Charles, IL across 670+ apartments and 120K square feet of retail space.

ROBERT E. SKIDMORE, JR.

630-***-**** Inverness, IL ad38b4@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/bob-skidmore/ ILLINOIS TOLLWAY / Downers Grove, IL 2013–2017

Executive Project Manager / Deputy Program Manager Led $3.5B project for Elgin O'Hare Western Access (EOWA) to build first all-electronic toll road in Illinois. Partnered with stakeholders, including consultants, contractors, and members of affected communities. Collaborated with design corridor manager to oversee 50+ engineering firms and with corridor construction manager to oversee 40+ contractors. Liaised between contractors, construction managers, and design engineers. Developed clear chain of command and communication.

● Completed phase 1 of EOWA in 3 years; managed $900M budget. SHODEEN INC. / Geneva, IL 2006–2013

Project Manager

Oversaw P&L and developed new commercial and residential development and construction, new tenant build-outs, and land development in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Colorado for firm worth $1B+. Provided chief executive officer (CEO) with financial potential for new developments. Led project for engineering and construction of land application wastewater system for 2K+ units. Negotiated agreements for infrastructure, including tax increment finance districts, development, land leases, and revenue sharing agreements.

● Completed single-family phase for Mill Creek subdivision, including 2.5K+ single and multifamily lots and 900+ acres of open space.

● Established foundation and led construction for final 9 holes of 36-hole golf course complex; project spanned two 18- hole courses and included available land to apply for sewage system installation.

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Additional experience includes Assistant Director; Special Projects Engineer at Kane County Division of Transportation; Project Manager / Civil Engineer at DuPage County, Environmental Concerns Division. EDUCATION AND ADDITIONAL TRAINING

DePaul University; Chicago, IL – Master of Business Administration Vanderbilt University; Nashville, TN – Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering Licensed Real Estate Agent; State of Illinois 1999-Present Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification; (1997)