JAMES “GENE” GOMILLION
Williston, ND ***** Cell: 701-***-**** **********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE PROJECT MANAGER
PROFILE
Results-driven Hands-on Senior Manager with over 20 years experience and first rate skills at managing the successful delivery of Multiple Industrial , Commercial, Multi-Family and Residential projects, including Owners Representative on various Industrial and Commercial Projects. In addition to the Building Projects, many included Excavation, Road Construction, and Infrastructure.
Vast technical background in addition to Pre-planning, Project and Contract Management, Estimating, Scheduling and Safety Training combined with solid Leadership (Both on and off –site), Human Resource and Communication skills to provide a strong grounding for undertaking complex and demanding tasks in any project environment.
VALUE OFFERED
• Accomplished top tier Owner/Manager for various commercial, multi-family, residential and infrastructure projects
• Managed and worked with complex competitive multi-million dollar projects completing on time and on budget
• Extensive and current knowledge in all Industrial, Commercial and Residential related codes and standard practices
• Expertise in Cost Estimation, scheduling, planning, financing and negotiations for projects at all levels
• Ability to work with team in multiple projects simultaneously as both Project Manager and Superintendent
• Quality-oriented professional with a reputation for service, satisfaction, and results
• Proven ability to quickly learn and utilize new methods, systems, and technology
• Creative troubleshooter – identify problems and implements practical solutions
• Full P & L and Pro Forma Projections
• Excellent Marketing and Sales Performance
• Coordinate and develop contracts (in a Contract Management capacity), contractor documents and safety plans
• Proficient in all Microsoft and proprietary applications with ability to quickly and easily learn other required computer software
HIGHLIGHTS
Operations/ Project Manager/Superintendent on various Industrial Oil and Gas related projects in the Bakken Region, North Dakota. (2,800,000)
24Unit Apartment Complex, Fort Walton Beach, FL ($2,900,000) Developer and Senior Project Manager
62 Unit Pre-Manufactured Land/Home Development, Montgomery, AL ($3,800,000) Developer and Senior Project Manager
Surfside Condominiums, Destin, FL, ($164,000,000) Project Engineer of the 16 story high-rise beach resort Promoted to Project Manager at Owner’s request to include a 10,000+ sf. restaurant, retail suites and penthouses
Manpower Inc Office Building, Fort Walton Beach, FL ($1,700,000) Project Manager/ Superintendent and Design/Build Coordinator of steel framed office building
Emerald Coast State Bank, Mary Esther, FL ($4,200,000) Project Manager Also implemented a design/build temporary Branch onsite and under budget to meet FDIC guidelines so bank could be up and running while shareholders negotiated a buy-out after bank being chartered
Water’s Edge Hotel, Destin, FL ($5,700,000) General Contractor for 3- story Beach Front hotel
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HIGHLIGHTS(CONTINUED)
Shalimar Point Golf and Country Club, Shalimar, FL ($106,000,000) Developer and Senior Project Manager
• Spearheaded a 6 million dollar plus raw land purchase from FSLIC
• Entailed the acquisition and rezoning of raw land, coordinating with engineers, local governments, and coordination of the existing Architectural Control Board with both a new Architectural Control Board and implementation of new Covenants and Restrictions the installation of roads and infrastructure of 63 golf course lots, design and build out of luxury golf course homes in Palmetto Dunes and Shalimar Pointe Country Club and Waterfront luxury estates of Lake Lorraine Gardens. Also, built all roads and infrastructure for project
Terra Cotta Terrace, Destin, FL ($68,000,000) Developer and Builder
Raw land acquisition included the last three phases of the Enclave Condominiums on Scenic 98 in Destin, Florida
• This Mediterranean Beach Front Subdivision of 54 lots was conceptualized from the old beach communities in Palm Beach, Florida with stucco exteriors and clay tile roofs. Built roads, infrastructure, clubhouse and all amenities
These had to be structurally designed for 160 MPH wind loads for gulf front buildings
o Coordination of government authorities for this Gulf Front Development included local building department, Planning and Zoning, DNR, DER, and DOT
Sears Department Store, Mary Esther, FL ($1,900,000) General Contractor
Complete remodel of a 30,000+ sf Sears Department Store
• Completing the project 18 days ahead of schedule and well under budget
EXPERIENCE
Employer: Owner’s Representative and Construction Manager for Minot Fed. Building
Location: Bakken Oil Shale Region, North Dakota
Position: Owner’s Representative and Design/Build Coordinator. (October 2010- Present)
Owner’s representative for a limited number of select Commercial and Industrial clients In North Dakota’s Bakken Oil Shale area. Duties include guiding owners and their projects from Pre-Construction Design and Engineering, Site work and Infrastructure, Estimating, Scheduling and Contract Administration and closeout. Ensure that all parties are working towards common goal which is quality project, on time and within budget.
PREVIOUS JOB HISTORY
McCody Concrete Products, Williston, ND
Operations and Project Manager Jan. 2010 – July. 2010
• In charge of all Corporate Management / Operations for the company for industrial oil field related projects including strategic planning, project development, sales, project cost estimation and capital improvements.
• Capitalize on vast experience and expertise in Project management, design-build and commercial construction management
• Oversight of all management and superintendent tasks for the corporation, to include all marketing, drafting of all contracts, financing, evaluating performance and enforcing regulations and guidelines from Conception through final build out.
Roman Funding, Incorporated, Birmingham, AL / Pensacola, FL
Independent Construction Manager/ Superintendent, 1997 -2010
• Expertise in all areas of residential and commercial financing, including builder –Project manager/ Superintendent of new construction in coordination with portfolio commercial loans, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac investor loans
• Established relationships with lenders, ensured compliance, and oversight of operational aspects of the company
• Managed company operations to include conducting executive level investor negotiations, assessing client needs, setting priorities, delegating responsibilities, hiring, training and supervising personnel
• Assured compliance with government regulations, company policies, marketing and advertising
• Grew company from 4 million in sales at start-up to in excess of 25 million in sales
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PREVIOUS JOB HISTORY(CONTINUED)
Gomillion Homes / Gomillion Properties, Destin, FL / Montgomery, AL
President / Owner, 1990 - 1997
Responsible for overall operations of Acquisition, Development and General Contracting of Luxury Resort Residential, Multifamily and Commercial Projects (both on site and off)
• Implemented latest building designs and techniques ranging from site selection and contract negotiations to securing A & D loans, construction loans, developing infrastructure, building projects and marketing of the finished product
Dunn Building Company, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Project Manager, 1986 - 1990
• Successfully managed various structural steel commercial projects on time and under budget simultaneously
• Managed schematic, design/engineering development and construction document phases while estimating, scheduling, and coordinating vendors and subcontractors
• Coordinated and developed contract agreements, contractor prequalification documents, safety plans, insurance issues and contractor payment applications
EDUCATION
Auburn University – Auburn, AL
Bachelor’s of Science Construction Management; June 1986
Dean’s List and Vice President of Builders Guild, Auburn University Scholarship from Flour Engineering, Auburn University
Certificates in Financial Law, Commercial and Residential lending standards, Business Marketing and Sales Management
ACHIEVEMENTS
Researched and wrote detailed on-site construction cost program for Brassfield and Gorie Construction Company
Winner of Overall Parade of Homes of Northwest Florida
Developed and Implemented Database Marketing system increasing client retention and new client sales by 50%
Managed and successfully implemented Alabama Senator’s Campus Campaign
References Available Upon Request