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Aaron Perry

Aaron Perry

Westfield,IN

Summary

Construction Executive | Operations Strategist | Enterprise Leader

Seasoned Construction Executive with 24 years of experience driving organizational success across healthcare, technology, life sciences, hospitality, and education industries. Skilled at leading enterprise-wide initiatives, managing portfolios exceeding $2B, and aligning operations with strategic goals to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.

Operations Strategist with expertise in optimizing processes, streamlining workflows, and fostering strong business relationships. Proven ability to navigate complex organizational challenges, improve efficiency, and support sustainable growth.

Enterprise Leader with an entrepreneurial mindset, focused on innovation, operational excellence, and positioning organizations to excel in competitive markets.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

Gilbane Building Company
02.2024 - Current

Process Optimization: Identified opportunities to streamline business processes and enhance productivity.

Growth Collaboration: Worked with sales and marketing teams to drive company growth and market expansion.

Team Leadership: Demonstrated leadership by motivating employees, building high-performing teams, and fostering collaboration.

Strategic Development: Partnered with senior management to design strategic initiatives and set long-term organizational goals.

Market Analysis: Analyzed industry trends and competitor activities to guide informed decision-making.

Investor Communication: Presented business performance, forecasts, and strategies to executive team.

Growth Strategies: Initiated strategies to boost market share, profitability, and overall company growth.

Industry Representation: Represented the organization at conferences and industry events to enhance visibility and networking.

P&L Management: Maintained profit and loss accountability while managing corporate fiscal responsibilities.

Resource Optimization: Oversaw financial, operational, and human resources to maximize business performance.

Relationship Management: Built and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.

Sr. Project Executive & Market Leader

Gilbane Building Company
08.2021 - 02.2024

Enterprise Leadership: Leads Gilbane Building Company's expansion efforts in Indiana, overseeing major projects and driving market growth through strategic planning and execution.
Project Oversight: Responsible for the $2.3 billion IU Health medical center project, ensuring high-quality outcomes by coordinating teams, managing budgets, and adhering to schedules and milestones.
Market Strategy: Developed and implemented Gilbane's Market Plan for Indiana, identifying growth opportunities and expanding market share through targeted strategies.
Stakeholder Engagement: Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, supply chain partners, and subcontractors to foster collaboration, streamline execution, and enhance project outcomes.
Operational Excellence: Ensures project success by reviewing performance, controlling costs, and aligning timelines, while eliminating inefficiencies and maintaining budget adherence.
Team Development: Recruits and mentors high-performing teams, providing leadership and training to achieve quality and performance objectives.
Cost Optimization: Negotiates vendor and service contracts, driving cost savings and increasing profitability for Indiana-based projects.

Project Executive

DPR Construction
01.2020 - 07.2021

Project Leadership: Directed a multidisciplinary team on the $890M OSHPD-1 Kaiser Permanente Hospital project, overseeing design development, contract documentation, and execution.
Process Optimization: Standardized over 80 processes to enhance efficiency, maximize resource utilization, and streamline management workflows.
Budget & Timeline Management: Controlled project budgets and schedules, ensuring alignment with targets while adapting plans to dynamic conditions, staffing changes, and operational needs.
Risk Mitigation: Assessed contracts and service agreements to identify potential risks, implementing proactive measures to avoid delays and cost overruns.
Operational Oversight: Monitored subcontractor performance and managed resources, time, and finances to maintain project quality and efficiency throughout all phases.
Milestone Tracking:
Ensured on-time delivery by evaluating schedules and maintaining adherence to
Team Development: Led and supported a team of 50+, providing guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth and skill development.

Managing Partner

West Bank, LLC
10.2016 - 12.2019

Financial Planning & Analysis: Monitored sales forecasts, conducted financial modeling, and evaluated investment opportunities to meet revenue goals and maximize profitability.
Deal Structuring & Project Execution: Structured deals, secured favorable financing arrangements, including tax increment financing, and managed seamless project execution.
Market Strategy: Developed pre-sales and leasing strategies, conducted market analyses, and implemented marketing tactics to attract tenants and optimize rental income.
Asset Management: Provided strategic oversight for property operations, maintenance plans, and efficiency improvements to enhance asset performance.
Investor Relations: Analyzed financial performance and cost effectiveness, presenting insights and updates to partners and investors to showcase financial success.
Brownfield Redevelopment: Led initiatives to transform underutilized properties into sustainable assets, driving community and economic growth.

President

Talcott Construction, Inc.
03.2016 - 12.2019

Ownership Transition: Orchestrated the successful transition of Talcott Construction to a new ownership structure, including an asset purchase while preserving the established brand and client relationships.
Brand Integration: Strategically maintained the reputation and recognition of the original company, ensuring continuity in market presence and client trust.
Organizational Modernization: Implemented updated procedures and operational changes to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Business Expansion: Developed and executed innovative sales and marketing strategies to drive growth and attract new clients in the commercial construction sector.
Leadership in Transition: Led the sale and transition process, managing complexities and positioning the new company for success.

Construction Technology Leader/Founding Board Member

Genesis Dimensions, LLC
09.2015 - 03.2019

Innovation Leadership: Developed an automated construction process that sought to transform how projects are built.
Hardware Development: Led the creation of advanced hardware technologies, positioning the start-up for initial R&D funding.
Investor Relations: Structured and secured Series A and B funding rounds, raising capital from venture firms to drive company growth.
Team Building: Recruited and developed a high-performing, innovative team, fostering a culture of collaboration and technological excellence.
Strategic Planning: Defined clear goals, milestones, and organizational strategies to guide progress and ensure alignment with industry objectives.
Material Science Innovation: Designed and implemented testing procedures for new material technologies, ensuring reliability and successful integration into products.
Industry Engagement: Presented at industry events and collaborated with organizations such as NASA and USACE, advancing research and development efforts.
Funding Advocacy: Secured R&D funding through lobbying efforts, accelerating the development of groundbreaking robotic technologies.

Corporate Services, Planning

DPR Construction
01.2014 - 01.2016

Construction Operations Leadership: Directed procurement, workflow management, production, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies to support construction teams effectively.
Proprietary Systems Development: Designed and implemented a proprietary planning system that enhanced coordination, efficiency, and project outcomes across teams.
Workforce Training: Authored a comprehensive training program for over 2,000 employees, directly training 1,200 in planning paradigms and proprietary systems through workshops and seminars.
Performance Metrics: Developed KPIs and metrics to monitor $5B in gross revenue, providing actionable insights into project progress, financial health, and operational efficiency.
Financial Impact: Eliminated $40M in annual fee erosion by standardizing project planning practices and implementing consistent systems organization-wide.
Strategic Achievements: Strengthened financial health, optimized performance, and solidified the company’s reputation as a reliable and efficient general contractor.

Project Management Experience

DPR Construction
04.2007 - 12.2013

Project Life-Cycle Management: Oversaw all phases of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to timelines.
Cost Control: Monitored spending, implemented value engineering, and optimized construction methods to achieve significant project savings.
Resource Optimization: Scheduled workforce efficiently and allocated resources effectively to meet project requirements and maximize productivity.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensured adherence to OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, maintaining a safe and delay-free working environment.
Stakeholder Communication: Conducted regular progress meetings and status updates to facilitate effective communication and coordination among project teams.
Subcontractor Management: Drove competitive bidding, executed contracts efficiently, and reduced overall costs while maintaining quality standards.
Building Turnover: Managed the turnover process, enhancing communication among stakeholders and ensuring smooth project completion.
Customer Satisfaction: Delivered high-quality results by aligning with quality standards and prioritizing client requirements throughout the project.

Financial Services

Barkley Financial & Aero Financial
03.2005 - 03.2007

Sales Performance: Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales goals in Barclays' Commodity Trading division.
Market Analysis: Utilized advanced techniques to analyze market trends and pricing models on derivatives, enabling informed trading decisions.
Trade Execution: Executed buy/sell orders on major exchanges with precision and efficiency.
Client Advisory: Provided tailored trading strategy advice, fostering strong client relationships and driving successful outcomes.
Trader Relations: Maintained productive relationships with floor traders to enhance operational efficiency and market insights.
Compliance & Reporting: Collaborated with the CTA on quarterly reporting and ensured adherence to regulatory standards while holding a Series 3 Brokerage License.

Market Neutral Strategy Execution: Designed and executed market-neutral trading strategies on the London Stock Exchange, balancing long and short equity positions to minimize market risk.

Risk Management: Leveraged hedging techniques to offset systemic risks and maintain neutral market exposure.

Price Inefficiency Analysis: Identified undervalued and overvalued stocks through quantitative analysis, fundamental research, and algorithmic tools.

Sector-Based Pair Trading: Paired positions within the same sector to capitalize on relative price movements and inefficiencies.

Statistical Arbitrage: Utilized statistical models to identify arbitrage opportunities and optimize trading performance.

Performance Optimization: Ensured portfolio alignment with strategic goals through continuous monitoring and adjustment of positions.

Banker

Valley Bank Of Helena
01.2004 - 01.2005

Account Management: Established new accounts for high-net-worth clients, providing personalized service while maximizing revenue through cross-selling and upselling.
Loan Servicing: Ensured compliance with loan terms by verifying payments, maintaining repayment schedules, and adhering to stringent bank standards for money handling and legal requirements.
Documentation & Controls: Maintained accurate records and implemented robust internal controls to uphold compliance and operational integrity.
Community Engagement: Represented the bank at local events, building relationships with residents and businesses to promote the brand and foster trust.
Revenue Growth: Applied effective selling techniques to generate product interest, cross-sell services, and increase customer engagement, driving additional revenue.

Civil Engineering Technician, LSIT EIT

Robert Peccia And Associates
04.2001 - 01.2004

Site Inspections: Monitored project sites to ensure adherence to design specifications and progress standards.
Data Processing & Drafting: Processed field data and created drawings for federal highway projects, including roadways, intersections, and bridges.
Surveying & Analysis: Conducted technical surveys and analyzed survey reports, maps, and blueprints to support infrastructure and construction planning.
Traffic Studies: Performed traffic volume counts and compiled accident data to enhance road safety and efficiency.
Civil Design Assistance: Supported engineers in grading, roadway design, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control planning.
On-Site Collaboration: Assisted senior staff during on-site inspections, ensuring clear communication of design requirements with contractors and suppliers.
Material Testing: Tested materials and structures to ensure suitability for designs and adherence to technical specifications.
Contractor Submittals: Reviewed contractor submittals to verify compliance with project specifications.

Education

(No Degree) - Theology, History, Language, Hermeneutics

Westminster Theological Seminary California
Escondido, CA

Bachelor of Arts - Finance And Philosophy

Carroll College
Helena, MT

Associate of Science - Economics & Real Estate

Ohio University
Athens, Ohio

Skills

  • Leadership & Collaboration
  • Strategic Planning & Business Development
  • Operations & Process Optimization
  • Financial Analysis & Forecasting
  • Lean & Technology Integration
  • Real Estate & Land Development Strategy

Key Achievements

  • Profitable and timely delivery of major projects through Planning, Designing, and Operational Phases in Healthcare, Advanced Tech and Life Sciences
  • Developed and Implemented Proprietary Planning System at DPR Construction
  • Acquisition and Transformation of Mid-size Commercial Construction Company in Mountain West
  • Presenter at National Science Foundation on automated infrastructure construction technologies
  • Developed KPIs and Metrics to Track Results on Company's $5B Gross Revenue
  • Developed and Implemented Training Program for 2000+ Employees
  • Drove Cost Efficiency through Effective Vendor, Service, & Contract Negotiations
  • Developed and Initiated Gilbane's Emerging Market Plan for Indiana

Accomplishments

  • $2.3B Indiana University Health Medical Center, 2,573,656 SF, 16 story above grade hospital consisting of 864 Patient Rooms, 50 ORs, Oncology Center with Advanced Therapeutics, IR and Imaging, Clinical Laboratory, LEED Gold, Indianapolis, Indiana
  • $22M Purdue University, Hagle Hall, 36,000 SF Support Space for Purdue Band and Orchestra, West Lafayette, Indiana
  • $890M Kaiser Hospital Foundation, Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Center, 433,231 SF, 7-story above grade hospital consisting of 206 Patient Rooms, 10 ORs, L&D, Clinical Laboratory, Pharmacy, Sterile Processing, Kitchen & Cafe; Central Utility Plant with 12kV, Bloom Energy Cell Integration, LEED Platinum
  • $705M Palomar Pomerado Health Foundation, Palomar Medical Center West, 739,030 SF, 11-story above grade hospital consisting of 8 stories of split level inpatient units over a mechanical floor at level 3. The nursing tower sits above levels 1 & 2, and includes a diagnostics and treatment wing. a partially exposed subgrade level houses the laboratory services and materials and supplies, Escondido, CA.
  • $110M UCSD Cardiovascular Center, Located within the UCSD campus, the center encompasses state-of-the-art laboratories, clinical examination rooms, advanced imaging facilities, operating rooms, patient wards, and educational spaces. The design incorporated the latest advancements in healthcare infrastructure to foster collaboration and optimize patient-centered care, La Jolla, CA.
  • $6.5M University California San Diego, Utility Infrastructure Upgrades, installation of new underground utility services to supply power and energy needs to future expansion on UCSD's East campus, La Jolla, CA.
  • $60M Gilead Building 800, 100,000 SF Core+Shell Improvements, 100,000 SF Office, CGMP, Lab TI w/ New Central Plant
  • $40M Illumina Building 6, 275,000 SF Core+Shell on Illumina Campus in San Diego, CA.
  • $45M Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc., Spectrum 2 500-Car Parking Structure, 62,753 SF Core+Shell with Lab + Vivarium TI for Medical Companies, San Diego, CA.
  • $22M Genentech, Debottlenecking Project, Biopharmaceutical manufacturing process upgrades and expansion to existing facility, Oceanside, CA.
  • $13M USD Beyster Institute for Nursing Research, 30,000 SF, 3-story above grade research facility on USD Campus, with classroom, library, lab and practitioner learning rooms.
  • $8.1M Charles M. Russell High School Multi-Purpose and STEM Addition, 22,000 SF, Gymnasium, Practice and Health Facility, Field and Track, and STEM Classroom Addition
  • $1.8M University of Montana Liberal Arts Renovation, GMP, 13000 SF Asbestos Abatement and Renovation of Classrooms, Offices, Lecture Hall and Mechanical and Fire Systems with Upgrades to Exterior Façade and Subterranean Windows.
  • $18M Saint Augustine Phase 2 High School Athletic Center, Performing Arts Center and Athletic Fields, 51,996 SF, including 1500 Seat Gymnasium, Full Service Training and Coaching Staff Rooms, Locker Rooms, and 400 Seat Performing Art Center; Athletic Fields include Synthetic Turf and Track Surfacing, San Diego, CA.
  • $69M Mixed Use Development, Brownfield Redevelopment, including hospitality, healthcare, retail and restaurant and multi-family housing, Great Falls, Montana
  • $19.1M Springhill Suites, 132 Room, 93,934 SF Hotel and Conference Center, 174,000 SF of Site Improvement and Utilities, LEED Certified, Great Falls, Montana
  • $10.9M Home2 by Hilton, 97 Room, 59,678 SF Hotel Nampa, Idaho
  • $9.1M TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 81 Rooms, 50,306 SF Hotel, Whitefish, Montana
  • $21.2M Intra Theater Airlift conversion C130 Fuel Cell Corrosion Control Facility, Renovation of Existing Hangar and Construction of 38,000 SF Hangar with Maintenance Shops and Offices, Blast Proof Panels
  • $7.4M Building 1840 Weapons Storage Area, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Security and Mechanical Systems Upgrades, Great Falls, Montana
  • $14M TD Ameritrade, 112,000 SF, Mission Critical Operations Center and High End Corporate Office with, 5 IDF/MDF rooms and 13 miles of cabling, service kitchen cafeteria, exercise facility, full building N+1 back-up including 1.5 mg generators. LEED-CI Gold certified.
  • $7M, Montana Dept. of Transportation, Canyon Ferry Road Reconstruction, Helena Montana
  • $34M, Montana Dept. of Transportation, Highway 93 North Arlee-Ravalli, Helena Montana
  • $38M, Montana Dept. of Transportation, Highway 93 Victor-Florence, Helena Montana
  • $4.6M, AECOM-EDAW, California Trails Interpretive Center-Donner Pass, Reno Nevada
  • $20M, Montana Dept. of Transportation, Four Corners North Road Design, Bozeman Montana
  • $3M, City of East Helena, Wastewater Treatment Facility, Helena Montana
  • $4.6M, City of Lewistown, Lewistown Wastewater Treatment Facility, Lewistown Montana
  • $4M, Montana Dept. Transportation, Beartooth Highway (Yellowstone), Cooke City Montana
  • $10M, Montana Air National Guard, Fort Harrison Infrastructure Improvements Projects, Helena Montana

Timeline

Vice President

Gilbane Building Company
02.2024 - Current

Sr. Project Executive & Market Leader

Gilbane Building Company
08.2021 - 02.2024

Project Executive

DPR Construction
01.2020 - 07.2021

Managing Partner

West Bank, LLC
10.2016 - 12.2019

President

Talcott Construction, Inc.
03.2016 - 12.2019

Construction Technology Leader/Founding Board Member

Genesis Dimensions, LLC
09.2015 - 03.2019

Corporate Services, Planning

DPR Construction
01.2014 - 01.2016

Project Management Experience

DPR Construction
04.2007 - 12.2013

Financial Services

Barkley Financial & Aero Financial
03.2005 - 03.2007

Banker

Valley Bank Of Helena
01.2004 - 01.2005

Civil Engineering Technician, LSIT EIT

Robert Peccia And Associates
04.2001 - 01.2004

(No Degree) - Theology, History, Language, Hermeneutics

Westminster Theological Seminary California

Bachelor of Arts - Finance And Philosophy

Carroll College

Associate of Science - Economics & Real Estate

Ohio University
Aaron Perry