Craig Porovne
La Plata,MD
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Director of Operations
Virginia Lawn Services,Inc
06.2023 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Order materials and chemicals.
- Purchased equipment and tools.
- Monitor safety operations.
- Inventory control of products used.
- Handle customer service and complaint resolution.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Championed quality assurance efforts by establishing rigorous standards and monitoring adherence to maintain high levels of service delivery.
Operations Manager
Complete Landscaping
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at increasing skills for the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
Commercial Division Manager
Denison Landscaping
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Manage multiple Project Managers and administrative staff totaling $20M+ in revenue
- Manage Snow Operation for Government contract
- Implemented safety measures in department to decrease incidents by 20%
- Direct multiple facility upgrades per COO
- Control overtime costs without loss of revenue
- Manage overall P&L of department
- Construction Project Values $50k-$1Million+.
Agronomic/Irrigation Sales
John Deere Landscapes/Site One
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Day to day inventory control
- Sales and Service to customer base
- P&L Management.
Vice President
Professional Turf Products, LLC
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Responsible for all company Sales in the Turf Industry
- Control day to day operation of company and employees
- Establish and train distributors
- Increased sales 100% in 2 year period
- Responsible for developing new products for marketplace
- Served on advisory Board for John Deere Golf One Source initiative.
Territory Manager
John Deere Golf & Turf
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Responsible for sales territory in the Golf and large Turf industry
- Utilized the John Deere credit options that were presented to lead the nation in irrigation lease contracts
- Utilized addition of chemicals and fertilizer to present to key customers and lead region in such sales
- Have increased sales and margins in territory each year
- Broadened the customer base each year.
Irrigation/Construction Foreman
Eichenlaub, Incorporated
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Responsible for all aspects of the irrigation department including but not limited to maintaining, designing and installing both residential and commercial projects, managing crew members and inventory.
Golf And Grounds Department
Del Webb Corporation
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Responsible for all grounds outside of Golf Course
- Created department to sell and install landscaping and irrigation to residences on property, 5400 home buildouts
- Managed 30+ people to complete common area irrigation and landscape install.
Construction Superintendent
Tanto Construction And Supply
01.1990 - 01.1995
- Performed all aspects of golf course construction and development with added training in irrigation and electrical components of computerized irrigation systems, in the united states and internationally.
- Management duties included supervision of eight to ten man crews to implement systems, also scheduled all travel arrangements and handled expense accounts.
Education
Associate of Science -
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Myrtle Beach, SC01.1997
Some College (No Degree) -
Community College of Allegheny County
Monroeville, PASkills
- Risk Mitigation
- Scheduling
- Team Collaboration
- Operations Oversight
- Process Improvements
- Leadership training
- Strategic planning and execution
- Operational Efficiency
- P&L Management
Affiliations
- Golf Course Superintendent Association of America
- Golf Course Builders Association of America
Military Service
- 1987-1989, Military Police, Fort Bliss, El Paso, TX
- 1989-1990, Military Police, Fort Clayton, Panama
Certification
Osha 30 certified
Hunter Certified Control Systems Specialist
Hunter Certified Service technician
Syncro Flo certified pump technician
Timeline
Director of Operations
Virginia Lawn Services,Inc
06.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Complete Landscaping
01.2020 - 06.2023
Commercial Division Manager
Denison Landscaping
01.2016 - 01.2020
Agronomic/Irrigation Sales
John Deere Landscapes/Site One
01.2013 - 01.2016
Vice President
Professional Turf Products, LLC
01.2003 - 01.2013
Territory Manager
John Deere Golf & Turf
01.2000 - 01.2003
Irrigation/Construction Foreman
Eichenlaub, Incorporated
01.1998 - 01.2000
Golf And Grounds Department
Del Webb Corporation
01.1995 - 01.1998
Construction Superintendent
Tanto Construction And Supply
01.1990 - 01.1995
Associate of Science -
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Some College (No Degree) -
Community College of Allegheny County
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