Charles Huitt
Little Elm,TX
Summary
Experienced in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational excellence. Bring a forward-thinking approach to drive business growth and streamline processes. Proven track record of fostering collaborative environments and consistently achieving measurable results. Expertise lies in leveraging skills to enhance organizational efficiency and optimize outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Bedrock Landscaping
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
Irrigation Manager
Brightview
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty
Irrigation, Operations & Enhancements Manager
Southern Botanical
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures
Operations Manager
Custom Greenscaping
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction
- Increased profit by streamlining operations
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes
Owner
Quick Irrigation & Landscape
02.2000 - 03.2008
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
Landscape Construction Manager
Choate USA
10.1999 - 02.2000
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets
- Communicated daily with vendors and clients to keep project fully operational
- Monitored operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to deliver under-budget project completion
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship
- Supervised teams of construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review
- Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers
National Irrigation Superintendent
Valley Crest
01.1995 - 10.1999
- Created and ran Irrigation Department for all Valley Crest offices Nationwide
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations
Education
Texas Water Auditor - School of Irrigation
Texas A&M University Commerce At Dallas
Richardson, TX03.2018
High School Diploma -
Big Spring High School
Big Spring, TX06.1992
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Sales and marketing
- Staff Management
- Budgeting
- Business planning
- Self-Motivated
- Business Development
- Financial Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Leadership
Certification
Texas licensed irrigator Li13190
Timeline
General Manager
Bedrock Landscaping
09.2022 - 01.2025
Irrigation Manager
Brightview
09.2022 - 04.2023
Irrigation, Operations & Enhancements Manager
Southern Botanical
09.2021 - 08.2022
Operations Manager
Custom Greenscaping
02.2020 - 08.2021
Owner
Quick Irrigation & Landscape
02.2000 - 03.2008
Landscape Construction Manager
Choate USA
10.1999 - 02.2000
National Irrigation Superintendent
Valley Crest
01.1995 - 10.1999
Texas Water Auditor - School of Irrigation
Texas A&M University Commerce At Dallas
High School Diploma -
Big Spring High School
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