Responsible for the business unit with proven successes in controlling cost and assurance of profitability. Tasked to launch and grow the region as a "start-up" in the six new counties from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo that were previously out of reach to the existing Orange County division. Serviced some of the largest new home builders in the US with roofs and the installation of solar systems. Worked with commercial builders in both new construction and re-roofing and renewable energy projects.

Took the lead of day-to-day staffing and operations. Developed detailed financial reporting protocols to ownership re: labor forecasting and schedules. Working with strictly union sub-contractors, this lead to minimized overhead and maximized profit margin all while advancing and growing client relations.

Recruited to assemble and grow a new region in Southern California. Based in the Bay Area, Steelwave Inc. specializes in the acquisition, repositioning and land development of commercial, mixed use and industrial property. Responsible for multiple capital/tenant improvements projects simultaneously in a region including more than 10 buildings. Managed all aspects of the region, including staff, acting as owner’s representation in outside projects, office staff recruitment and training, Requests For Pricing, budget development and adherence, value engineering strategies, contracts, design, permits and close-out documentation. Trained to manage and implement OSHA safety program, consistently achieved or exceeded goals for on-time delivery, service and profit.

Started, developed and operated a GC firm. Began in high-end residential remodeling and transitioned into commercial tenant improvement projects and ground-up land development work. Servicing a group of repeat customers, grew the firm skillset to include shell and core, renewable energy and restaurant work. Developed a successful business strategy, cost management plans, project schedules and completion timelines.