RICH PORCHER

*** ***** ***** ***** * Blacklick, OH 43004 l 614-***-**** l adzlfw@r.postjobfree.com / adzlfw@r.postjobfree.com ESOURCEFUL, HARD-WORKING, AND TECHNICALLY SKILLED MANAGER known for knowledge, accuracy, attention to detail, and timeliness in estimating and managing complex construction projects. Verifiable track record for the successful completion of multi-million-dollar projects through coordinating trades, developing partnerships, and building positive rapport with architects, engineers, local officials, vendors, and clients while maintaining costs and being cognizant of schedule implications. Well-versed in scope development/review, contract negotiations, budgeting, estimating, document preparation, impending design issues, and resolutions, vendor coordination, change directives, building codes and regulations, material procurement, and site management, from project inception through certificate of occupancy. KEY SKILLS

• Building Relationships and Developing Partnerships

• Communication and Professionalism

• Business Improvement and Problem Solving

• Teambuilding and Leadership

• Construction Planning and Scheduling

• Permitting and Building Codes

• Safety and Compliance Management

• Project Estimation and Budget Analysis

• Quality Control Management

• Vendor and Materials Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER – New Albany, OH

Estimating Manager, 2019 – Present / Estimating Supervisor, 2016-2019 / Estimator Sr., 2011-2016 Performed comprehensive reviews of estimation functions throughout the entire business unit and developed and implemented industry best practices. Implemented a new estimating tool for staff to use during conceptual, functional, and detailed estimate development, as well as monitored the organization's vision regarding metrics. Established Cost Analysis and Cost Administrative teams which review actual project costs against estimated project costs, perform special project cost evaluations, perform CI revision analysis and feedback, provide support to various cross-functional departmental teams, administer the estimating application, own labor contract libraries, escalation models, reporting functions, as well as many other responsibilities. Key § Results: Exerted initiative, independent judgment, and discretion to determine a path forward for estimating department, including performing comprehensive utility provider peer review with leaders in the industry.

§ Developed working relationships with vendors, staff, and executive management.

§ Led team to develop new estimating processes and guidelines, as well as bring online new estimating tool.

§ Developed and measured metrics for the estimation department.

§ Key team member implementing new estimating tool across Transmission groups.

§ Analyzed all costs associated with estimating processes – including direct/indirect/contingency costs. PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT - Columbus, OH

Project Management Services, 1995-1998, 2007-2010

Performed project management duties including estimating, budget analysis, scheduling, sub-contractor relations, etc. Monitored quality control standards throughout the project lifespan. Key § Results: Learned the importance of quality workmanship, including honest and direct communication, to garner respect from customers, clients, colleagues, etc.

§ Gained real-world management exposure through interaction with diverse individuals during the lifespan of projects.

§ Prepared cost estimates for various aspects of construction projects, including commercial and residential projects. R

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

PEPPER CONSTRUCTION - Dublin, OH

Estimator, Superintendent, Project Manager, 2006-2007 Assisted in all phases of management including estimating, contract administration, pay application process, design team correspondence, owner correspondence, and contractor/vendor relations. Delegated tasks to field forces on a daily basis. Developed and implemented schedules as well as monitored quality and safety standards. Key § Results: Assisted Vice President with the initiation of a new business unit in Dublin, OH.

§ Successfully estimated and was awarded a $450,000 renovation for Ameriprise Financial in Dublin, OH.

§ Continuously assessed quality control measures and safety standards to exceed project expectations and prevent accidents throughout the duration of a $5 million warehouse project in Obetz, OH. TURNER CONSTRUCTION – Columbus, OH

Superintendent / Project Manager, 2001-2006

Developed project management skills while working on challenging, high-profile projects from inception through completion. Performed tasks such as damage assessments, pre-construction schedule development, scope development, contract administration, constructability reviews, contractor coordination, implementation of quality control and safety standards, generated daily activity reports and monitored overall project flow. Attended training seminars focusing on negotiation skills, safety, logistics, quality control, contractor relations, and many other aspects of management. Key § Results: Spearheaded all facets of the construction of a $15 million mixed-use building in a highly populated and condensed setting near The Ohio State University.

§ Effective member of the management team that developed and implemented a schedule with many constraints for a

$50 million specialty hospital in New Albany, OH.

§ Successfully served as a leader and liaison maximizing the performance of sub-contractors and other team members on a 300,000-square-foot educational facility in Pickerington, OH.

§ Presented and executed a plan to ensure the completion of units within a $100 million high-rise condominium to appease clients and owners in Columbus, OH.

SUMMIT CONSTRUCTION – Akron, OH

Assistant Project Manager / Superintendent / Project Engineer, 1998-2001 Compiled bids for mid-size commercial construction projects. Assisted purchasing department with contract administration. Generated schedules using Suretrak Primavera software, processed project submittals, corresponded with all members of the design team, chaired project meetings and assisted with many other project management duties. Received training in many aspects of project management including scheduling, budgeting, and record-keeping skills. Key § Results: Supported company President with pre-construction tasks, including proposal evaluations, contract awards, and budget development for a $12 million administrative and medical office building in Akron, OH.

§ Received training on project management best practices including the composition of estimates, procurement/purchasing, and cost-benefit analysis, as well as budget organization and control. EDUCATION

MOUNT VERNON NAZARENE UNIVERSITY – Mount Vernon, OH MBA/Organizational Management

UNIVERSITY of AKRON– Akron, OH

Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering/Management Associate of Applied Science in Surveying and Construction Engineering/Management

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