STEVEN P. GROSSMANN
**** ***** ***** ****., #**-I POMPANO BEACH, FL 33062
516-***-**** adjkir@r.postjobfree.com
linkedin.com/in/stevengrossmann
A top performing operations and construction management professional with 30+ years of experience. Proven success in development of strategic initiatives, consistently delivering, improving year-over-year revenue and profitability. Skilled in coordinating the efforts of internal and external partners to achieve program objectives while ensuring completion of all deliverables within schedule and budget. Highly proficient in development and implementation of policies, procedures and streamlined processes to increase productivity while reducing labor costs and increasing gross profits.
Construction Management
Construction Administration
Contract Negotiation/Management
Procedural Development
Team Development/Building
Strategic Planning
Organizational Efficiencies
Purchasing & Cost Controls
Facility Management
Budget Administration
Financial Forecasting
Project Scheduling/Estimating
DIRECT CABINET SALES (CO-OP OF US LBM HOLDINGS, LLC), POMPANO, FL 2020 - PRESENT Operations Manager
Established in 1990, with current annual revenues of $40M, one of 36 US-LBM Op-Co's with annual revenue of $4B. Focused on providing turn-key construction solutions, including design, fabrication, distribution and installation of high-end kitchens, bathrooms and countertops for new multi-family developments, commercial properties and single family residences.
Management of all operations and logistics related to workforce, production, manufacturing, installation and delivery functions. Lead on development and implementation of process and procedures to drive efficiencies and profitability.
Pre-construction analysis, oversight and coordination of jobsite implementation, scheduling and timely deliverables. Key Achievements:
Completed assessment of organization and launched development plan to grow the South Florida market from $2M to $25M over an 18-month period with projected goal of 28% in gross profit
Within first 180 days, recruited experienced team of Sales Professionals, Project Managers, Engineers, Logistics and support staff to execute growth plan.
Successfully grew business in first 6 months from $2M to $8M through recruited personnel NATIONAL STONEWORKS (CO-OP OF CONSTRUCTION RESOURCES), WESTON, FL 2018 – 2020 Director of Construction/Installation
Established in 1970 with annual revenues in excess of $30M, one of multiple Op-Co's for CR generating $350M in revenues. Focused on providing turnkey design, manufacturing and installation of kitchens, bathrooms and countertops for multi-family, hospitality and healthcare facilities throughout the US.
Lead a team of 14 direct reports to manage all installations, operations and logistics related to workforce and subcontractor management, including contracts, invoicing, accounts payables/receivables
Oversight and review of shop drawings, pre-construction analysis, bids and installation implementation to ensure timely completion of all projects on schedule and budget while maintaining optimized ROI. Key Achievements:
Managed 35-45 projects simultaneously which included multiple scope projects
Identified procedural deficiencies, established best practices and developed streamlined processes to mitigate issues and risks resulting in optimized gross profits
CONSTRUCTION/PROJECT/OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL CORE COMPETENCIES
CAREER OVERVIEW
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CAYCO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE LLC, POMPANO, FL 2015 – 2018 Principal/President
Commercial property maintenance/landscape firm specializing in servicing large, high-end apartment and HOA communities throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties. Services provided included landscape design, property maintenance and fertilization and irrigation management.
Purchased business and assumed leadership of all aspects of sales and operations, including project design, estimates, purchasing, scheduling, installation, account management, quality control, site inspection, hiring and accounting functions. Held Certificate of Competency licenses in advanced tree trimming and fertilization Key Achievements:
Grew business by 35% over three-year period by consistently delivering superior performance, meeting/exceeding customer expectations, industry networking and referrals INTERIOR SOLUTIONS, NEW YORK, NY 2011 – 2015
Principal/President
Established this construction services, general management and consulting firm, serving small businesses and homeowners
Provided pre-construction analysis and construction/project management through sign-off including purchasing, permits, code compliance, subcontractor relationships, with responsibility for all operations to ensure satisfaction of program specifications and quality standards
BENHAR OFFICE INTERIORS (A HERMAN MILLER COMPANY), NEW YORK, NY 2007 – 2011 Vice President of Architectural Products
Office furniture dealer in New York City that creates workspaces in a number of industries, including architecture, finance, travel and hospitality, entertainment and marketing.
Managed business plan development for Architectural products division including all RFP's, proposals, sales and customer relationships.
Worked with architects on design implementation and coordinated the efforts of general contractors and skilled labor to achieve project specifications. Managed the installation of engineered glass wall systems, sound masking and cabinetry for all commercial build-outs and Healthcare industry Key Achievements:
Conceptualized, planned and launched the architectural products business unit with responsibility for all metal and glass engineered partitions and specialty architectural products, delivering $3M in new revenue with a 25% gross profit
Developed and delivered lectures for the American Institute of Architects KAPLAN, INC., NEW YORK, NY 2006 – 2007
Executive Director, Design and Construction
One of the world’s largest and most diverse adult education providers, offering academic degree and professional and licensure exam prep programs
Directed design and construction projects for over 6 million square feet of property, managing over 120 projects ranging up to 200,000 square feet
Provided leadership throughout all levels of the corporate real estate department, directing a team of ten domestic and international regional project directors, while also serving as lead liaison for all business units Key Achievements:
Led successful rebranding campaign for several business units, including Kaplan Test Prep and K-12 Centers
Led the design, negotiation and build out of Kaplan University’s Cypress Creek – Building 2 (Florida campus) Page 3 of 3
ROBECO INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, NEW YORK, NY 2002 – 2006 Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Facility Operations Robeco is an international asset manager offering a range of active investments, from equities and bond to real estate
Managed facility operations for 150,000 square feet of New York City office space and all satellite offices in major markets with responsibility for $75M in lease negotiations and $20M in construction budgets and execution
Reported directly to the CEO for corporate HQ relocation, which included RFP development and final recommendations for selection of engineers, architects and consultants Key Achievements:
Implemented cost control initiatives that resulted in $1M in annual operations expense reduction while improving overall productivity. Responsible for leasehold acquisitions, dispositions, space utilization and consolidation
Successfully negotiated a 110K sq' NYC lease, assembled team of professionals to execute design and build-out OD&P, NEW YORK, NY 1999 – 2002
Superintendent/Project Manager
Managed large NYC construction projects, including commercial interiors, hospitals, academic institutions, restaurants and notable retail establishments with projects upwards of 150,000 square feet valued over $30M LEHR CONSTRUCTION, NEW YORK, NY 1996 – 1999
Project Superintendent
Premier $600M New York interior construction management and general contracting firm.
Managed pre-construction planning, value engineering and site operations on commercial interior renovation with project values up to $20M
Facilitated build-outs including full mechanical, electrical, voice/data, fire/security systems, high-end millwork packages, flooring, paint, wall covering, architectural metal and glass, and abatements HOME DEPOT, NEW YORK, NY - Asst. Store Manager/Department Manager/Loss Prevention Manager 1991 – 1996 ABOVE AND BEYOND CONSTRUCTION, NEW YORK, NY - Principal 1984 – 1991 NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, OLD WESTBURY, NY Studies in Business Administration and Management
CORENET GLOBAL, NEW YORK, NY - COMMITTEE MEMBER
Sales Strategies and Best Practices, 2008
Construction Project Management, 2007
Global Real Estate and Facilities Planning, 2006 to 2014 Benhar Office Interiors - Outstanding Sales Performance Award, Home Depot - Employee of the Month (6 times) // Employee of the Year International Facilities Management Association, 2002 – 2012 CoreNet Global Event Planning Committee, 2002 – 2012 SEFAA, 2015 - Present
FNGLA, 2015 - Present
Board of Directors - Pompano Atlantis Condominium Association, Current EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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