Christopher Stacy Wiggins
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
State Certified General Contractor with decades of construction management, blueprint review, and permit compliance experience. Skilled in project estimating, subcontractor coordination, client communication, and resolving jobsite issues to deliver complex projects on schedule.
Expert Witness on Nunerous Large Commercial Insurance Restoration Projects
Overview
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Certification
57
57
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/ President
Let It Be, LLC Florida Cert. General Contractor
St. Petersburg, Florida
07.2021 - Current
- State Certified General Contractor for Let It Be, LLC
- Directed general contracting operations for Let It Be, LLC, Florida certified projects.
- Reviewed blueprints, permits, and inspection requirements for compliance.
- Prepared project estimates, material orders, and client proposals.
- Resolved construction issues and adjusted plans to support project delivery.
- Negotiated subcontractor agreements and coordinated trade schedules.
- Represented the company in industry events, conferences, and public engagements.
Owner/ President
Paul Davis Restoration of Pinellas
St. Petersburg, Florida
10.1987 - 06.2021
- State Certified General Contractor for Paul Davis Restoration of Pinellas
- Directed general contracting operations for certified projects at Paul Davis of Pinellas, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Managed subcontractor crews and daily jobsite coordination, optimizing workflow and project timelines.
- Reviewed blueprints and permits for compliance, facilitating smooth project execution and regulatory adherence.
- Prepared project estimates, material orders, and client proposals.
- Communicated with clients, vendors, and inspectors throughout project phases.
- Resolved construction issues and adjusted plans to support project delivery.
- Managed client communications from project start through completion.
Vice President
Paul Davis Systems of Tampa
Tampa, Florida
03.1980 - 10.1987
- Led estimation process for insurance restoration projects
- Coordinated emergency response teams for water, fire, and storm damage.
- Reviewed insurance claims, estimates, and job scopes with adjusters.
- Managed project schedules, crews, and subcontractor assignments.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
- Implemented customer service excellence standards to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Coordinated with marketing to develop branding and promotional strategies.
Project Engineer
Food Equipment and Supply Company
Tampa, Florida
01.1978 - 02.1980
- Coordinated equipment installation projects for foodservice supply customers and internal teams.
- Communicated with vendors, contractors, and technicians during project planning and delivery.
- Checked equipment specifications against customer needs and site conditions.
- Collaborated with sales and operations teams on food equipment project requirements.
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
- Supervised installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Provided technical advice and guidance on design concepts and construction methods.
Design Draftman
Allen Carl Ranta, Architect
Savannah, Georgia
01.1976 - 01.1978
- Prepared architectural drafting sets for residential design projects at Allen Carl Ranta, Architect.
- Produced floor plans, elevations, and sections from sketches and design notes.
- Updated drawing revisions to match architect changes and client feedback.
- Developed permit-ready drawings for local code and zoning review.
- Supported design development with hand sketches and technical drafting solutions.
- Provided support in the development of engineering solutions for clients' needs.
- Interpreted customer requirements and developed 3D models accordingly.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals on various projects.
- Drafted plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations and construction projects.
Design Draftsman
Gunn and Meyerhoff
Savannah, Georgia
01.1975 - 01.1976
- Prepared design drafts for Gunn and Meyerhoff project requirements.
- Revised blueprints to reflect design changes and client comments.
- Coordinated with engineers and project teams on drafting needs.
- Produced shop drawings and layout plans for construction review.
- Reviewed blueprints and sketches to ensure accuracy of design specifications.
- Attended team meetings regularly to discuss progress updates and issues.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals on various projects.
Design Draftsman
Allen Carl Ranta, Architect
Savannah, Georgia
01.1972 - 01.1975
- Prepared design drafts for Gunn and Meyerhoff project requirements.
- Revised blueprints to reflect design changes and client comments.
- Coordinated with engineers and project teams on drafting needs.
- Produced shop drawings and layout plans for construction review.
- Reviewed blueprints and sketches to ensure accuracy of design specifications.
- Edited existing drawings to make modifications and changes as needed.
- Attended team meetings regularly to discuss progress updates and issues.
Draftsman
American Cyanamid
Savannah, Georgia
04.1970 - 01.1972
- Prepared mechanical drawings for American Cyanamid production and maintenance projects.
- Reviewed sketches with engineers, technicians, and supervisors for accuracy.
- Created layout plans for equipment, piping, and facility modifications.
- Traced field measurements into detailed drafts for plant installation work.
- Checked drawings for dimensions, symbols, and material specifications.
- Updated existing drawings following changes made during the design phase due to client requests or new regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jenkins High School
Savannah, GA06-1966
Aerospace Engineering
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSConstruction Management
Southern Techical Institute
Atlanta, GAEngineer In Training Courses
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Blueprint review
- Permit compliance
- Project estimating
- Subcontractor negotiation
- Contract drafting
- Construction management
- Jobsite coordination
- Material ordering
- Client communication
- Sales management
- Project management
- Financial planning
- Business management
- Customer relations
- Operations management
- Strategic project planning
- Consulting
Certification
- State Certified General Contractor
- State Certified Plumbing Contractor
- State Certified Mold Remediation (Inactive)
- EPA LEAD Safe Certified Renovator
Accomplishments
- Paul Davis Systems Associate of Year 1986
- Paul Davis Systems Associate of Year 1987
- Vice President of Paul Davis Systems District One 1988-1992
- President of Paul Davis Systems District One 1992-1994
- Chairman of Paul Davis Systems National Marketing Committee 1994
- President of Paul Davis Restoration National Executive Committee 1995
- Paul Davis Restoration Founders Award 1996
- President of St. Petersburg Fl Sunrise Rotary Club 1996
- President of Paul Davis Restoration National Executive Committee 2000
- Consultant for Florida Construction Industry License Board 2004-2006
- President of Paul Davis Restoration District One 2010-2012
Military Service
- United States Army
- 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg N.C.
- 307 Engineering Battalion, Head Quarters Company
- Combat Medical Specialist - Paramedic
- 1968-1970 - Honorable Discharge - Sole Serving Son
- Honorable
Timeline
Owner/ President
Let It Be, LLC Florida Cert. General Contractor
07.2021 - Current
Owner/ President
Paul Davis Restoration of Pinellas
10.1987 - 06.2021
Vice President
Paul Davis Systems of Tampa
03.1980 - 10.1987
Project Engineer
Food Equipment and Supply Company
01.1978 - 02.1980
Design Draftman
Allen Carl Ranta, Architect
01.1976 - 01.1978
Design Draftsman
Gunn and Meyerhoff
01.1975 - 01.1976
Design Draftsman
Allen Carl Ranta, Architect
01.1972 - 01.1975
Draftsman
American Cyanamid
04.1970 - 01.1972
High School Diploma -
Jenkins High School
Aerospace Engineering
Mississippi State University
Construction Management
Southern Techical Institute
Engineer In Training Courses
University of South Florida