Responsible for execution of various approved Capital Expenditure projects in forty-three locations throughout the United States and Canada. Managed the preparation of budgets, vendor selection, and Authorization for Expenditures. Direct accountability for financial tracking, invoice approvals, Purchase Order issuance, Subcontract issuance and fulfillment of insurance requirements. Responsible for construction schedule preparation and adherence. Overall responsibility for project success as directed by corporate objectives. Management of all internal labor as well as contracted labor for project duration. Involved with the development of Master Specifications to be used on all projects. Involved with developing floor plans for existing facilities and renovation plans for future projects. Responsible for contracting architectural and engineering services for permit reviews and approvals.

Increased sales volume by 210% over a three-year period while maintaining profit margins. Implemented new safety programs reducing overall exposure and loss. Increased negotiated contracts by 58% per year for a three-year period. Responsible for material and labor procurement including issuance of all Purchase Orders and Subcontract Agreements. Prepared, implemented and managed project scheduling. Directly involved with preparation of all budgets, estimates, proposals, contract documents, change orders, submittals, shop drawings, design services, insurance requirements, bond requirements and job costing information.

Responsible for day-to-day operations of St. Louis based satellite office. Direct control of all accounting operations including, but not limited to, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, P&L, Job Costing, General Ledger and Cash Flow. Responsible for contract negotiations, bonding, insurance, corporate charters, taxation issues and budget vs. actual business plan tracking. Oversaw estimating of all potential projects as well as direct involvement in Missouri estimating activities. Project Management duties included change orders, pay applications, material and labor tracking, purchase orders, subcontracts daily correspondence and documentation.

Responsible for construction of numerous national chain restaurant and retail oriented facilities. Duties included contract negotiation, procurement and administrative assessment of project status. Accountable for overall project success including adherence to strict completion dates and budget parameters. Work performed in over 15 states.