Michael Pichette Email & Phone Number

Ameri-Build Construction 2002-PresentNew home and home improvement organizationOwner/General ManagerFacilitate the development of this construction organization, overseeing strategic planning, business development, operations planning, and resource management while offering new home design/build and home improvements/renovations. • Establish design preferences, budget requirements and evaluate design options to clarify project scope• Prepare “as build” drawings with SoftPlan Architectural Design Software to ensure customer specifications are within budget requirements for new homes and renovations• Implement project schedules and finalize construction contracts• Project estimating on construction bids, providing project direction & financial oversight for multiple projects • Negotiating and obtaining permits and developing relationships with city officials• Project Management responsibilities to include successfully managing production schedules, construction activities, construction materials and subcontractors • Resource management for each project from conception through completion, ensuring the project meets budget, quality and scheduled goals • Follow-through with field inspections, site visits, and preparation of reports and client interaction as required for project success • Involved in all phases of construction to include, excavation, septic systems, framing, electrical, plumbing, insulation, sheetrock, roofing and finish carpentry• Implement safe work practices per OSHA safety standards

Design, manufacturing and installation of wireless alarm, alert, and notification systemsRegional Sales Manager Build and train an outside sales force using District Sales Managers/Dealers (DSM) as needed to drive business development and client relationship management to improve and advance sales projections. • Coordinated sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals • Established training programs for District Sales Managers/Dealers• Increased sales of Emergency Notification Systems with sales to Nuclear Power Plants, Refineries, Chemical Plants, International Airports, Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and municipalities • Developed and implemented contract agreements for District Sales Managers/Dealers• Responsible for direct sales with cold calls and follow up on existing sales• Involved in quoting and assisted in closing sales of $25K-$10M• Created budgets and approved trade show activity with 4 Direct Regional Sales Managers in support of their outside resources• Responsible for overseeing all trade show functions including scheduling of employee manpower, equipment and demonstrations• Extensive travel in support of and communication with existing customer base and District Sales Managers