Derek Kowalczyk Email & Phone Number

Bethesda, Maryland

Bethesda, Maryland

Fairfax, Virginia

•Responsible for the construction management, budget development, and project scheduling for an urban home builder within in DC Metropolitan area- 40 homes per year (Teardowns, Row Homes, Single Family Pop-tops) -In charge of construction management from pre-construction to sales delivery: - Pioneered and executed a new "eco-system" of subcontractors and suppliers to introduce scalability and competition into Developer's business model- Implemented cost-effective production homebuilding techniques to the renovations - Trained Superintendents in safe and effective site management, bidding, project scheduling principals- Created an online Superintendent Checklist that improved safety consistency, reduced city fines, and increased pre-sale efforts - Monitors quality control processes, ensuring compliance with safety and SWPPP programs and policies • Manages budget development in order to determine product profitability:- Collaborated with architectures and engineering to implement a simpler post and beam technique to reduce rough framing costs, increase design flexibility, and improve product delivery speed - Developed new finish packages consistent with sales pricing models and target market demographics- Researched and field implemented advanced materials to increase cost-effectiveness and quality • Improved project scheduling through company-wide adoption of an online software:- Resolves issues/conflicts related to daily construction activities (vendor contracts, work orders, job progress, design)* Successfully built 2nd highest selling single family property valued at $1.25M (5 month project schedule) * Delivered teardown's, gutted row homes/ single family pop-tops at $79 to $89 per sq. ft. in 90 days* Saved 10% in material and labor costs through construction value-engineering * Improved brand recognition and market scope through completion of quality renovations

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Responsible for the daily management and financial operations for a contracting firm servicing residential and commercial clients within the DC Metropolitan area - 12+ Commercial properties (Restaurants, Office, Store) - 30 Residential Properties (Single Family Homes, Apartments, Condominiums) • In charge of project planning for all remodels and additions: - Creation, development, and scheduling of contractor and vendor teams from architects to laborers - Logistical planning including allocation of resources, materials, and equipment - Formation of project timelines and individual contracts • Training and supervision of construction crew, subcontractors, and laborers (up to 20): - Educates staff on all aspects of construction, building and safety codes, and equipment operations - Oversees and inspects building improvements and renovations (facade upgrade, walkway upgrade, building amenities) and interior upgrades utilizing innovative design trends - Facilitates weekly meetings detailing budgets, materials, designs, and effective time scheduling

Design-build firm with an eye towards mid-century modern restoration and remodels. Built 3 projects under this model.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Responsible for the daily management and financial operations for a contracting firm servicing residential and commercial clients within the DC Metropolitan area - 12+ Commercial properties (Restaurants, Office, Store) - 30 Residential Properties (Single Family Homes, Apartments, Condominiums) • In charge of project planning for all commercial and residential project: - Creation, development, and scheduling of contractor and vendor teams from architects to laborers - Logistical planning including allocation of resources, materials, and equipment - Formation of project timelines and individual contracts • Training and supervision of construction crew, subcontractors, and laborers (up to 20): - Educates staff on all aspects of construction, building and safety codes, and equipment operations - Oversees and inspects building improvements and renovations (facade upgrade, walkway upgrade, building amenities) and interior upgrades utilizing innovative design trends - Facilitates weekly meetings detailing budgets, materials, designs, and effective time scheduling • Maintains company’s financial operations and management of budgets: - Supervises all project accounting functions including collections, job costing, vendor and employee expenditures - Implementation and negotiation of bids and overhead costs - Creation of proprietary pricing model resulting in accurate cost calculations and streamlining the process of getting contracts to market• Prepares and conducts progress meetings to entire client base:- Evaluation of cost analysis, project performance, and effective means to improve property values - Offers solutions and strategies for potential future expenditures and change orders

Responsible for the daily property management for a local property management company - Portfolio includes: 12 Unit light industrial commercial property Assisted with property marketing strategies to increase retention and attract new tenants:- Detailed the demographics, market and competitive analysis, and property overviews- Supervised online and direct marketing campaigns and the distribution of flyers and signage- Increased the property value and attracted more tenants resulting in higher monthly rent Maintained high occupancy rates through viewings to prospective tenants to address specific needs, screen applications, negotiated lease terms, move-in/move-out protocols, and close of the saleGenerated status monthly reports detailing occupancy levels, rental balances, maintenance requests, and collectionsIn charge of maintaining tenant and vendor relations including distribution of weekly operating reports, maintenance prevention, and scheduling of vendors * Increased occupancy from 50% to 80% (within an 8 month timeframe)

Established, operated, and sold a successful neighborhood restaurant and barBuilt an extensive network of restaurant owners through hands-on operation and involvement in DC restaurant community * Successfully increased annual sales by 12% (throughout the entire 7 year timeframe)

Ba, Marketing/Communications

Economics Certificate, Economics