K. L. (Lee) Main, Jr.
Professional SummaryHigh Energy Take Charge Construction Professional with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and an extensive diverse background in the following broad based competencies:
Multi-Family Manager in Land Development, Construction, Renovations, and Estimating.
Commercial Manager in Tenant Build Outs, Renovations, and Estimating
Single Family Manager in Construction, Renovations, Estimating, and Sales
One of the most Respected Leaders, Decision Makers, & Problem Solvers in this Highly Inspected Industry. An exceptional track record of completing difficult projects on schedule and on very tight budgets. A Strong Motivator and communicator with the ability to work in the most difficult of situations with scant logistical support. A professional attitude and a firm personality to manage any project independently, or as a team player.
Experience
2007 to Present
Lone Star Companies of Dallas, Dallas, TX
Project Superintendent
Plan, organized, and managed the overall construction of Cobblestone Park Apartments Phase II, a 270 Unit - $32 Million Dollar Development in Manvel, TX 20 miles south of Houston
Coordinated activities of subcontractors and company personnel to successfully meet the strict construction schedule
Scope of project included plan reviews, plot layout, excavation, utility installation, grading, concrete foundations, driveways, & parking spaces, framing, cornice, roofing, masonry, drywall, interior trim, cabinets, interior & exterior painting, fencing, pool construction, irrigation, & landscaping
Held weekly safety and motivational job site meetings and enforced all of OSHA Safety Regulations Coordinated all of the City & Fire Marshall Inspections
Held monthly meetings with Clients project representative & companys VP of Construction
Prepared monthly subcontractor pay applications
Constantly reviewed construction details and made recommendations for changes with Construction, MEP, and Landscape Architects
Initiated Quality Control procedures in order to insure minimum punch items for Management Walk & Turn Over
Daily Job Reports and Weekly Status Reports sent directly to Project Manager & VP of Construction for company monitoring purposes
Project was 3 months ahead of schedule when Hurricane IKE hit the Houston area Project was shut down for 2 months for inspections and repairs Project was still completed on schedule and on budget
Have recently taken over the overall construction of Park Ave [at] Boulder Creek Apartments Phase I, a 292 Unit - $50 Million Dollar Development located on Houstons South Sam Houston Tollway
2006-2007 TX SOS Services
Arlington, TX
Renovation Contractor
Helped form a family business into one of the most successful investor friendly contractors in the DFW Metroplex Sales exceeded $1.5 Million the first year and over $3 Million the second year.
Designed, planned, organized, & managed all aspects of various Investor Owned Single Family Residences and Commercial Tenant Build-outs and renovations.
Worked with the City of Dallas Historical Society for maintaining the architectural & historical integrity on various projects
Performed all of the estimating, budgets, bid procedures, sales, hiring of vendors, subcontractors, & employees
2004 - 2006 United Renovations, Inc.Dallas, TX
Estimator/Project Manager
Estimated and created budgets for exterior renovations & fire restorations of occupied apartment projects in Texas, Florida, Alabama, & Georgia resulted in approved proposals of over $17 million dollars in revenue
Coordinated the activities of the Vendors and Subcontractors to ensure safety of Residents, the environmental impact of construction, and to successfully meet the strict construction schedule
Interfaced and communicated with Clients on site Manager to discuss effectively the progress of the project, weekly schedule updates, resident notices, and any property issues
Accountable for financial results as well as budgets, cash flow, and accounting processes.
Interacted with city officials for zoning requirements and building permits
2001 - 2004 Holliday Builders, Inc.Galveston, TX
Estimator/Project Superintendent
Estimated & prepared comprehensive bids and Requests for Proposals for interior & exterior renovations of occupied apartment projects in West Texas, and the Dallas-Ft Worth Metroplex resulted in approved proposals of over $20 million dollars in revenue
Responsible for on site day to day business operations
Prepared quantity takeoffs, ordered material lists & equipment for various projects
Oversaw project coordination with both Subcontractors and Residents for overall safety and to adhere to strict OSHA Safety Regulations
Conducted market research, identified opportunities
Reviewed construction details and submitted change orders for approval
Developed monthly subcontractor requirements to maintain strict construction schedule
1996 - 2001 Ashton Woods Homes, Inc.Dallas, TX
Senior Construction Manager
Held Building Seminars for overall training of field superintendents, subcontractors, and warranty personnel
Initiated Quality Control procedures in order to help raise customer satisfaction ratings to among the highest in the industry
Designed & instituted policies, procedures, and systems for more effective company operations
Drove development and execution for design/build projects in lieu of traditional speculative building
Held Client & Superintendent meetings at key stages of construction in order to facilitate the building process and to eliminate any miscommunications or misunderstandings
Held weekly project meetings with both sales & construction personnel for contract reviews, approvals, & problem solving concerning client issues or complaints
Education
1978 Superior Homes Building School Houston, TX
Graduated as a Superintendent/Quality Control Inspector
1977 Columbia School of Broadcasting Houston, TX
Associates Degree in Communications
1975 Carpenters Union Apprentice School Houston, TX
Graduated as a Journeyman Carpenter
Honors
2001 - Built Two Model Home Parks that were recognized by the Home & Apartment Builders Association of Dallas, Texas Association of Builders and the National Home Builders Association for the best design and quality finish
2000 - Companys Highest Customer Satisfaction Ratings by J. D. Edwards for (3) years in a row
1993 - Built Three Model Home Parks that were recognized by the Greater Austin Builders Association, Texas Association of Builders, and the National Home Builders Association for the best design and quality finish
1987 - Brooks Builders Sales Manager of The Year award
1981 - Was recognized by the National Home Builders Association for developing the Try It Before You Buy It concept in which potential buyers could move in to their brand new home before they purchase and close on it
1980 - Superior Homes, Inc. Builder of The Year award
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