Manages the daily business operations of a construction consulting company. The company advises clients that are planning to build a large scale residential or a commercial construction project. The company's services include: helping clients select a highly reputable building contractor, architect, and engineer that best fit each client's specific construction project from its network of construction professionals across the US. The company saves its clients time and money, and protects their interests. To learn more, go to www.thomasconstructionconsulting.com

Manages the daily business operations of a real estate investment and consulting company, consisting of real estate consulting services and overseeing the company's real estate investment portfolio. Real estate investment projects consist of major renovation projects and new construction projects. These projects are managed from start to finish consisting of acquisitions, structuring and negotiating construction contracts, project design, construction management, marketing, sales, and negotiating and closing complex transactions.

Held the position of Asst Vice President for a large publicly traded company (REIT). Was responsible for real estate acquisitions and construction management in Charlotte, NC, Greenville, SC, and Atlanta, GA markets. Responsibilities included: locating real estate to acquire that met a specific buying criteria, working with real estate brokers, negotiating contract terms and pricing, acquiring real estate through trustee auctions, performing site visits, negotiating with construction companies and developers, determining construction costs, developing and completing pro forma spreadsheets, structuring and entering into contracts, working with real estate legal professionals through the closing process, and marketing rental property. Real estate was acquired through MLS, FSBO, and trustee/auctions.

Managed the daily operations of the company that included Real Estate Acquisitions & New Development. Acquired and developed commercial & residential real estate investment interests for the company. Was responsible for locating and inspecting prospective income producing real estate, determining and assessing all improvements to maximize value, computing pro forma figures/cash flows, creating maximum equity, structuring and negotiating complex contracts, construction management, and closing each transaction smoothly and quickly. Was also involved in real estate consulting and leasing property to long-term, well-qualified tenants.

Performed various state and county inspections and performed consultative duties for the Caldwell County Inspection Department. Responsibilities included inspections and consultant services involving land use for commercial and residential property, including: single family residential units, multi-family residential, office, retail, hotels, schools, nursing homes, assisted living centers, day cares, hospitals, and restaurants. Approved or denied lots and tracts of land for residential or commercial structures to be constructed upon. Also, performed consultative duties with various businesses and the general public to comply with local, state, and federal land use rules and regulations.

Engineering Quality Control Division Manager for a variety of major engineering projects for various municipalities throughout North Carolina, including land development and water & sewer projects. Ensured proper design, code protocol, and construction for both city and state agencies. Worked directly with various construction companies, civil & environmental engineers, and government agencies to ensure each project was built according to specific blueprints, specifications, and regulations.