Name : Jim Schouten
Industry Type : Construction Recruiters
City & State : Rincon, GA
Job Title Construction President
Relocation Preferences : FL, TX, GA
Objective : To obtain a management position with a company where the mission is clear, a dynamic yet disciplined environment exists and there is an opportunity to make a measurable contribution to the company. My work philosophy is based on implementing and following olicy and procedures and my work performance is proactive, rather than reactive. I am comfortable working with various personalities, all the while ensuring timely results.
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JIM SCHOUTEN

Rincon, GA 31326
Professional Objective:

To obtain a management position with a company where the mission is clear, a dynamic yet disciplined environment exists, and there is an opportunity to make a measurable contribution and grow with the company. Please review my community involvement on the second page. I am very knowledgable with construction methodology and procedures and am well versed in the political and governmental processes. While I was an elected official in the Dallas suburb, Carrolton, TX, I was the liaison for RHD hospital in north Dallas. I also was involved in a large expansion of the Trinity Medical Hospital in Carrollton, TX and renovated the interior of an eight story office building. Other capabilities include zoning in which I have presented over 100 cases.

Work Philosophy :

My work philosophy is based on implementing and following policy and procedures and
my work performance is proactive, rather than reactive. I am comfortable working with various
personalities, all the while ensuring timely results.

Work Experience/Qualifications:

Weber Group Inc., Sellersburg, IN
Project Manager-September 2007 to January 2009
Managed large multi-family developments
Coordinated permitting of projects with local governments
Value engineered project designs for better construction methods and cost
Developed bid lists in various states for multi-family projects
Analyzed subcontractors qualifications and their proposals and executed buyouts
Created construction schedules
Worked in Texas, Louisiana, Florida, South Carolina, Washington, Kansas and Georgia

Titan Construction, Savannah, GA
Senior Project Manager-March 2006 to June 2007
Managed the design and construction of townhome developments
Formulated construction budgets and presented to owners for approval
Reviewed plans and drafted scopes of work for subcontractors to bid on
Analyzed subcontractors bids and qualified their companies
Executed buyouts
Worked directly with local city, county and state governments
Successfully managed construction budgets and project schedules

Jim Schouten Enterprises-Dallas, TX
President/Owner June 2000 to 2005-Consultant


Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority
Developed pro forma for investors
Market research for 3,000-acre master planned development with a space theme park
Led the political process through the Senate, House of Representatives and neighboring cities

Florida Market Research
Developed pro forma for investors for a 2,000-acre master planned development community
Space Flight Unlimited Vice President
Developed space exploration-based tours, seminars and entertainment concepts with the Kennedy Space Center, current and former astronauts and the Orlando Convention Center
and created their own marketing plan
Space Camp and Astronaut Hall of Fame
Developed pro forma for buyers or investors
Texas Department of Transportation
Expert witness on the effects of eminent domain on businesses

Automall Design Inc. Dallas, Texas
President/Owner April 1988 to June 2000

Expert witness for Texas Department of Transportation on eminent domain affecting business properties and right of ways
Presented over 100 zoning cases
Organized and executed a national marketing program
Pursued prospects, converting them to clients
Determined design criteria for new dealership facilities through meetings with dealership owners and factories
Managed the design phase and designed several projects
Reviewed the architectural and engineering phases on all projects
Coordinated the construction of the projects
Managed the competitive bid process
Maintained personal involvement on all projects through completion
Completed over 150 new dealership facilities in 12 years, from 20,000 s.f. to over 150,000 s.f.
Developed several Auto Malls with 40 to 80 acres, with multiple dealerships
Built several facilities for Ford Motor and General Motors

Community Involvement:

Irving TX Citizens Advisory Committee 1999 to 2006 regarding State Highways
City Council Carrollton (Dallas), Texas 1992 to 1994 and 1996 to 1998
Metrocrest Hospital Authority City Council Liaison 1996 to 1998 **Call for info
Member of the Carrollton Finance Committee 1996 to 1998
Member of the Carrollton Technology Committee 1996 to 1998
Member of the Carrollton Development Ordinance Advisory Committee 1996 to 1998
First Baptist Church Adult Sunday School Teacher for 11 years








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