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Kenneth D. Garrett

Objective: Management position in the construction or energy fields where I can effectively utilize my management skills, quality assurance, program development, and training experience.

Profile:

- Over 26 years of construction experience.

- Construction perspective as a home builder and as a construction consultant

- Proficient in Energy Star and LEED programs

- Knowledgeable of OSHA requirements for the construction industry

- Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities

- Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver

- Proven ability to work with field staff as well as corporate management

Education:

B.S., Construction Engineering Technology, University of Arkansas @ Little Rock 1978-1982

Relevant Experience:

Corporate Director of Construction Compliance/ Construction Technology, Centex Corporation, Dallas, Texas 2003-Dec 2008

- Corporate Construction Operations Review (COR) for division compliance with model codes, industry standards, Centex Construction Standards. (76 divisions located in 26 states in the continental U.S. and Hawaii, and included single family detached, townhomes, and condominium products about 20% multi-family).

- Reviewed division field operations for compliance with OSHA requirements based upon 29 CFR 1926 OSHA standards for the construction industry.

- Provided direction and technical support to division management regarding product use, installations, and other assistance as needed.

- Captured and presented Best Practices to divisions and posted on the Centex internal website.

- Recommended changes that would result in reductions in B&M costs without sacrificing quality.

- Corporate and division technical contact for code issues, industry standards, and manufacturer specifications. Provided information to divisions and corporate departments regarding changes in codes and standards that would have an effect on the day to day construction operations.

- Provided the “playbook” for use in the implementation of the Centex Energy Advantage program that is a minimum energy efficiency requirement for all homes constructed after November 1, 2008.

- Issued “Technical Bulletins” and Internal Memos that were incorporated into Centex Supplemental Construction Standards and required to be implemented by all divisions.

- Assisted Corporate and Regional Attorneys with building code and industry standards, and provided technical guidance as needed for warranty claims or lawsuits against the company.

- Worked directly with division management to improve quality and reduce warranty issues.

Owner, Quest Builder Support Services (Consulting Company), Frisco, Texas 1994-2003

- Provided consulting and Quality Assurance inspections for volume home builders from foundation through final walk-through. Clients included KB Homes, Legacy Homes (Meritage), Ryland Homes, Beazer Homes, and Centex Homes.

- Technical training to Superintendents (Field Managers) and sub-contractors based upon results observed during field reviews.

- Initial structural evaluations of Ryland Homes Dallas Division structural warranty claims to determine if a Major Structural Defect was present as outlined by their warranty documents. Worked with the builder, homeowner, and engineers in completing repair of structural damage and any consequential damage. (Continued this work on a fee basis after leaving Ryland as an employee)

- Performed all Centex Homes Construction Operations Reviews (CORs) throughout the United States (Centex Homes, Centex Destination Properties, and Wayne Homes). Properties included single family detached, multi-family townhomes, and condominiums. Construction foundation types varied from slab-on-ground, crawl-space, basement, friction piers, and concrete pilings. The structures were constructed using conventional wood framing, structural concrete and steel, or all steel framing (Hawaii).

Warranty Manager, Ryland Homes, Dallas, Texas 2000-2001

- Worked with Division President, VP Construction Operations, Area Construction Managers, and Customer Service Manager to evaluate major warranty claim issues and determine best course of action.

- Direct contact for homeowners with structural or other complex warranty claims that were beyond the abilities of the Customer Service Manager.

- Contact person for Ryland’s Home Warranty insurer for claims filed by homeowners.

- Scheduled and implemented major structural warranty repairs with outside consultants and engineers; including geotechnical and structural evaluations, and repairs performed by foundation repair companies.

- Responsible for completion of repairs to homes under the builder’s warranty.

- Conducted Superintendant training for the division for foundations and framing.

Owner, Quest Construction Company, Dallas, Texas 1994-1996

- Single family home builder

- Developed and approved house plans, subcontractor base, and all material purchases.

- Sold custom homes to buyers and also worked with Realtors for sales of speculative and custom homes. - Responsible for all stages of home building from foundation through Homebuyer closings.

Senior Construction Risk Manager, Home Owner’s Warranty Corp. (HOW) 1989-1994

- Provided construction reviews for volume and national account builders throughout the United States in my assigned regions.

- Evaluation of risk associated with construction performance of member builders.

- Presented construction training for builder members and non-members through the Home Builder Associations local councils. All Local Councils were required to hold a minimum of two training seminars per year.

Owner, Ken Garrett Construction Company, Little Rock, Arkansas 1983-1989

- General Contractor for an investment company, (Real Properties, Inc)

- Home builder of single family detached and contractor for light commercial construction

- Responsible for sales, site selection, plan designs, and all other aspects of building, through completion of the homes.

Supervision and Inspection, Construction Operations Division, Little Rock District Corps of Engineers 1981-1983

- Plan review and working with General Contractors regarding compliance and change orders on awarded Corps construction contracts.

- Inspections of Corps construction projects including storage facilities, roadways, bridges, and other related construction activities within the district.

- Performed reviews of contractors that were high bid on construction contracts for adequate qualifications to perform the defined work.

References Available Upon Request

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