Bryce Dootson
Salem
Summary
Experienced Regional Construction Manager with background in overseeing large-scale construction projects. Strengths include strategic planning, project management and team leadership combined with solid knowledge of building codes and regulations. Noted for successfully managing construction teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and delivering projects on time while maintaining highest quality standards.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1988
1988
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Construction Director
Refrigeration Unlimited LLC
Tualatin
04.2016 - 05.2025
- Managed construction projects across multiple regions to ensure timely completion.
- Oversaw project budgets and resource allocation for efficient operations.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
- Coordinated with local authorities for permits and approvals throughout projects.
- Maintained quality-focused performance benchmarks and schedules when directing project teams.
- Managed and coordinated construction activities of multiple projects in the region.
- Ensured that all workers comply with OSHA requirements while working at construction sites.
- Conducted periodic site visits to monitor progress and compliance with safety protocols.
- Worked collaboratively with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Reviewed plans and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
- Oversaw the hiring process of new employees as well as provided training when needed.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for materials, equipment, and services needed for projects.
- Analyzed data from previous projects in order to improve efficiency on future builds.
- Coordinated with suppliers to obtain necessary materials for ongoing projects.
- Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
- Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling for simultaneous jobs.
- Monitored changes in scope or design, managing any necessary contract adjustments.
- Scheduled and coordinated all phases of construction projects from initiation to completion.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
Regional Construction Manager
Source Refrigeration & HVAC
Milwaukie
09.1994 - 04.2016
- Managed regional construction projects for refrigeration and HVAC systems.
- Coordinated schedules and resources for multiple construction teams.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations on job sites.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and quality standards.
- Trained team members on best practices in construction management.
- Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
- Conducted regular inspections of job sites to identify potential hazards or safety violations.
- Analyzed data from previous projects in order to improve efficiency on future builds.
- Ensured that all workers comply with OSHA requirements while working at construction sites.
- Oversaw the hiring process of new employees as well as provided training when needed.
- Prepared monthly summaries outlining the status of all active projects within the region.
Construction Foreman
Atlas Refrigeration Inc.
Milwaukie
01.1989 - 09.1994
- Managed site logistics, including material delivery and equipment placement.
- Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
- Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
- Worked with suppliers to keep materials flowing and meet demanding timelines.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to align work schedules and tasks.
- Supervised daily construction activities to ensure project efficiency.
Education
Associate Degree - HVAC/R And Solar
Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ 08.1987 - 05.1988
Edmonds Senior High
Edmonds, WASkills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Contract negotiation
- Resource allocation
- Safety compliance
- Construction scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Client relations
- Risk management
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Training development
- Site supervision
- Labor management
- Value engineering
- Environmental awareness
- Change order management
- Construction estimating
- Health and safety regulations
- Design coordination
- Project closeout
- Subcontractor management
- Cost control
- Permit acquisition
- Equipment management
- Material procurement
- Demolition
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Operations oversight
- Project documentation
- Specifications review
Certification
- EPA Universal
- Brazing Certification
- Class 2 Boiler/Pressure Vessel Installer
- Idaho HVAC/R Journeyman license
- OSHA 10
- Trainer on EWP & Telehandlers
- Rigging & Signaling certified
- First Aid/CPR training
Extra Curricular Organizations
- Board of Trustees for Elks Salem 336
- Officer of Elks Riders Association Salem 336
- Active member/volunteer for St. Paul Rodeo serving on numerous committees
- Volunteer for Redding Rodeo Assoc.
Accomplishments
- Presidents Award June 5, 2012 Source Urgent Response Team
Timeline
Regional Construction Director
Refrigeration Unlimited LLC
04.2016 - 05.2025
Regional Construction Manager
Source Refrigeration & HVAC
09.1994 - 04.2016
Construction Foreman
Atlas Refrigeration Inc.
01.1989 - 09.1994
Associate Degree - HVAC/R And Solar
Universal Technical Institute
08.1987 - 05.1988
Edmonds Senior High