Hi, I’m
CHRISTOPHER STRUVE
Jupiter
Summary
Professional builder with solid experience in construction and renovation projects. Skilled in carpentry, masonry, and project management, ensuring high-quality outcomes and timely completion. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering results that meet client expectations. Known for reliability, problem-solving, and maintaining high standards of workmanship.
Overview
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Earth Shapers Inc.
President and Founder (Licensed General Contractor, CA)
01.2006 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Strategic Focus: Established and led all business operations and strategic initiatives focused on demolition, excavation, and grading services. Revenue inreased by 2 million in 5 years.
- Contract Management: Managed client relationships and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with California's general contracting regulations.
- Project Execution: Coordinated resources and operational workflows, optimizing equipment, personnel, and scheduling to meet project deadlines.
Innerstate Construction Equipment
President and Founder
02.2005 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Founded and led a Heavy Equipment Rental Business, overseeing the strategic acquisition of equipment.
- Streamlined logistics for jobsite deliveries, providing timely and efficient equipment availability.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring optimal allocation of resources across projects.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive company growth.
Ca Straight Line Masonry
President and Founder (Licensed Masonry Contractor C.A)
09.1998 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Major Project Wins: Secured and delivered large-scale government projects, including Beale AFB, Travis AFB, Title 24 schools, jails, and water treatment plants.
- Company Management: Founded and led operations for 15 years, overseeing all functions from estimating and bid proposal submission to contract signing and change order processing.
- Resource Management: Managed a union workforce of 50 employees and 5 foremen, scheduling material and equipment deliveries.
- Strategic Planning: Reviewed monthly, quarterly, and annual financials to drive strategic decision-making and profitability.
- Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers to optimize resource allocation and reduce costs.
- Directed overall operations, ensuring project completion within deadlines and budget constraints.
Campbell Properties
Property Management Assistant
05.2025 - 10.2025
Job overview
- Assisted property managers in maintaining tenant relations and addressing inquiries efficiently.
- Coordinated property maintenance requests, ensuring timely resolution and tenant satisfaction.
- Implemented digital filing system, improving document management and reducing retrieval time significantly.
- Supported marketing efforts by preparing property listings and conducting market research.
- Coordinated tenant communications to ensure timely responses and enhance resident satisfaction.
Evolve Construction
Sales Associate
10.2024 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through personalized service and product recommendations.
- Trained new staff on sales techniques and company policies to promote consistent performance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional events, driving increased foot traffic.
- Facilitated customer interactions to identify needs and recommend suitable construction solutions.
Wilks Masonry LLC
President
04.2018 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Financial Growth: Drove an $18M revenue increase and $2.7M profitability growth in 2019 by overseeing high-value government, school, jail, and water treatment plant projects.
- Team Leadership: Directed a comprehensive workforce of 268 field employees, 3 estimators, 2 project managers, 3 superintendents, and 12 foremen.
- Financial & Contract Oversight: Authored and approved all GC contracts, bids, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and job percentage invoicing, ensuring precise financial oversight.
- Built up work force from 72 employees to 278 increasing ability to turn more revenue.
- Implemented new work procedures to be more productive in the field, increasing profits.
- Oversaw project management, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality masonry services to clients.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
Silverado Landscape and Design
Licensed Landscape Contractor
01.2006 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Oversaw all daily operations, ensuring projects were completed efficiently, on time, and within budget.
- Managed finances, approving budgets, pricing, payroll, and major expenditures.
- Built client relationships, meeting with key clients, developers, or property managers to secure new work.
- Managed project timelines and ensured adherence to safety regulations.
Infinity Homes
Superintendent
07.1996 - 08.1998
Job overview
- Coordinated and scheduled all subcontractors for custom residential projects, from site preparation to completion.
- Managed the processing of RFIs, RFQs, and change orders, securing owner approvals.
- Oversaw construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Managed subcontractor relationships, facilitating effective communication and collaboration throughout project lifecycle.
Townsend and Schmidt Masonry
Masonry Foreman
02.1987 - 06.1996
Job overview
- Led masonry operations, successfully overseeing completion of commercial projects, including a block Ross Store.
- Utilized advanced masonry techniques and consistently ranked among the top three foremen.
- Supervised daily masonry operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality specifications.
- Led a team of masons, enhancing productivity through effective training and workflow management.
Education
United States Air ForceSheppard AFB TX
Certificate of Technical Studies from Telecommunications Systems Operations Specialist
USAF Tech SchoolSacramento, CA
Certificate of Technical Studies from Civil Engineering
BAC Local 3Sacramento, CA
Certificate of Technical Studies from Commercial Masonry Construction
11-1989
Skills
- Construction Management:
- Project Management
- Subcontractor Coordination and Scheduling,
- Job Cost Tracking
- Bid Proposal Development
- Plan Reading
- Submittals, Change Orders, RFI’S
- Technical Tools: Blue Beam, Pro Core, Microsoft Teams and Excel, OSHPOD Policies, USACE Policies
- Technical & Specialty :
- Masonry Construction Ground Up
- Concrete Demolition and Repair
- Landscaping, Waterproofing, Grading, Sand Pavers, ICF Installation, Pre Cast Concrete, GFRC
- Business & Finance : Contract Negotiations, Financial Oversight, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation
- Compliance & Safety : OSHA Compliance, Jobsite Safety Compliance, SWPPP Implementation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 272 staff members.
- Achieved project completion by scheduling with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved winning bids by introducing Tradesman for estimating tasks.
- Collaborated with team of 42 in the development of Waxahachie High School masonry completion valued at 10.8 m in masonry scope.
- Achieved ICF training for no charge through effectively contacting NADURA manufacturING to come on site and provide free ICF installation training.
- Set record in the US for fastest shell completion of a Walgreens store. 6 days fully grouted with all beam seats and ledger bolts installed.
- President of Northern California Masonry Contractors Association.
- Started 4 successful businesses in California. Ca. Straight Line Masonry, Earth Shapers, Innerstate Construction Equipment rentals and Silverado Landscaping.
Certification
OSHA 30
First Aid and CPR
Telehandler and Straight Mast Forklift.
Scaffold Builder Erector. Metal Frames and Mast Climbers
Proto II Post Tension Sound Walls
Keystone and Anchor Segmental Retaining Walls
Basalite, Old Castle, and Pavestone Sand Pavers
Power Actuated Tools (Hilti)
Timeline
Property Management Assistant
Campbell Properties
05.2025 - 10.2025
Sales Associate
Evolve Construction
10.2024 - 06.2025
President
Wilks Masonry LLC
04.2018 - 05.2020
President and Founder (Licensed General Contractor, CA)
Earth Shapers Inc.
01.2006 - 04.2013
Licensed Landscape Contractor
Silverado Landscape and Design
01.2006 - 01.2009
President and Founder
Innerstate Construction Equipment
02.2005 - 04.2013
President and Founder (Licensed Masonry Contractor C.A)
Ca Straight Line Masonry
09.1998 - 04.2013
Superintendent
Infinity Homes
07.1996 - 08.1998
Masonry Foreman
Townsend and Schmidt Masonry
02.1987 - 06.1996
United States Air Force
Certificate of Technical Studies from Telecommunications Systems Operations Specialist
USAF Tech School
Certificate of Technical Studies from Civil Engineering
BAC Local 3
Certificate of Technical Studies from Commercial Masonry Construction