Ron Cutler

1844 Prestwyck Oak Court, Duluth, Georgia  30097

1­419­340­6546 (cellular) rnj3cutler[AT]att.net



Construction Management – Vice President of Construction

Accomplished Executive Manager with extensive professional experience and leadership skills to successfully manage multiple teams and deliver multiple projects simultaneously from master planning and schematic design conception through the closeout and warranty period while successfully establishing and managing client relationships and profit and loss responsibilities. Proven leader in managing “at risk” projects, building strong relationships and developing people through mentoring. Proficient in process planning including design and logistics and cost analysis and safety. Able to analyze procedures, identify cost inefficiencies and implement process improvements.

Areas of Expertise

● Project Management                         ● Client Relationship Management	● Scheduling
● Communication Skills                         ● Strategic Planning & Forecasting	●Training & Development
● Quality Control Management              ● Building Code & OSHA Compliance	● Time Management
● Contractor & Vendor Management   ● Financial Analysis & Accountability Experience	● Team Builder & Leader
Vanguard Contractors, Paducah, KY: Vice President of Operations                2014-Present Manage overall day to day operations including pre-construction Obtain and Develop Client Relationships Lead in solicitation of various projects including Design- Built   The Douglas Company, Holland, OH; Vice President of Construction              2013-2014

• Construction Department to ensure projects meet client satisfaction, profit, schedule and quality goals.


• Provide leadership and direction to staff and company.


• Create, build and develop relationships with clients and employees in order to advance long term growth.
  
  Construction Works, Inc., Atlanta, GA; Operations Manager                          2011 – 2013


• Manage day to day operations including pre­construction activities.


• Lead in solicitation of obtaining new clients / projects.


• Estimate project cost to establish project budgets also accountable for P & L responsibilities.Develop project schedules for construction projects.
  
  Bovis Lend Lease, Atlanta, GA; Project Executive / Senior Project Manager     1994 – 2011


• Directed construction projects at risk within diverse sectors from pre­construction through close­out.


• Managed multi project teams and budgets, and established regular communication channels.


• Estimated project costs, created schedules to optimize operational efficiencies and profits.


• Monitored work to ensure compliance with work scopes and requirements.


• Liaised between clients and project personnel to encourage collaboration and cultivate positive relationships.
  
   
  
   
  
   
  
  Commercial / Office & Retail
  
  BP America, Westlake Campus, Houston, Texas – Project Executive providing program and construction management services for redevelopment of Westlake Campus including management of New Work Environment and MAC Programs including renovation of campus café and kitchen.
  
  One Deerwood, Jacksonville, Florida – Construction of tallest building in Deerwood Park. Collaborated with architect in constructing elegant $11.8M, 6­story, 169K square feet Class­A office building including systems analysis and value engineering.
  
  The Shops at World Golf Village, St. Augustine, Florida – Construction for high­end retail center and $1.7M, 31K square feet. Tour stop up­fit for retail shops. Center is one of 4 components that compose heart of PGA World Golf Village complex. Total project valued at $6.5M.
  
  Hospitality
  
  Marriott Frenchman’s Reef Hotel, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – Construction for $40M renovation and restoration of existing resort hotel damaged by hurricanes. Directed renovation of 600 guest rooms and 88 suites, all public areas, restaurants, hard scape, and additional landscaping. Expedited schedule was achieved along with minimizing budget overruns.
  
  Senior Living / Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  
  Lanier Village Estates, Phase 1 & 2, Gainesville, Georgia – Construction for $80M consisting of independent living units, cottages, central facility, dining & full service kitchen, and health center. Generated $4M in pre­construction savings through cost estimating and value engineering.
  
  Medical / Hospital
  
  Children’s Medical Center at Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Georgia – Senior Program Manager for $41M, 224K square feet, 5­story facility construction project that included partial basement and a rooftop helideck that supported Medical College’s designation as regional trauma center.
  
  Government
  
  Hartsfield­Jackson, Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta, Georgia – Project Manager for $34.4M,
  
  1.4M square feet construction for Concourse E, Phase II uplift project that included all interiors for baggage and boarding levels and 12­story ground control tower.
  
  Professional Accomplishments
  
  Lead project team to reduce budget during design development phase. Developed value engineering options and initiated acceptance of alternate building systems.  Impact:  Revised budgetary figures by $1M and completed project successfully under client’s budget.
  
  Managed multiple projects simultaneously. Maintained accountability for all aspects of project management, including directing multiple teams and sustaining client relationships. Impact: Completed all projects safely on time and within budget, while achieving or exceeding stated profitability.

Participated in the launching of a senior living business unit. Identified community needs for additional senior living facilities. Participated in project team research of the senior living market. Analyzed results. Impact: Established business plan to target Continuing Care Retirement Communities and contracted several new construction projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Building Construction; University of Florida

Graduate School of Business; Columbia University

Certifications

Occupational Safety Health Administration 10 and 30