Darrell F. Corbitt
Driftwood,TX
Summary
Professional Electrical Executive seeking a position of Executive Manager, Division Manager, or similar role in the commercial construction industry. For over 24 years, I have advanced in my career and owned, managed, lead, and worked on a variety of commercial electrical projects in Central and SouthTexas . I am an ambitious and competent leader that understands the importance of maintaining strong client relationships, while aggressively pursuing the business's primary goals and objectives. I have a vast knowledge in the overall business of electrical contracting. Over the years, I worked in roles from Apprentice, Journeyman, Supervisor, Project Manager, General Manager, Division Manager and Business Owner. I have learned to provide excellent customer service to clients, while maintaining a proactive and safe working environment for our team. I look forward to being a great asset to the team and helping to enhance your business.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Division Manager - South Texas
Southwest Electrical Contracting Services
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Championed start up of new division in South Texas with first year revenue in excess of $12 Million
- Hired all office staff and field personnel
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously
- Set and oversaw division budgets in excess of $22 Million per year.
- Controlled costs by streamlining operations and reducing waste.
- Met divisional objectives by recruiting and qualifying vendor and trade bases.
- Achieved profit and loss objectives
- Established clear and consistent policies and procedures.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
Senior Project Manager
Walker Engineering
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Worked as Senior Project Manager in fast track mission critical project of $15M
- Successful substantial completion in 10 months
- Closely collaborated with GC and other trades to achieve goals
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Worked with vendors and subcontractors to achieve procurement and execution of work efficiently
- Created prefabrication options to maintain schedule
- P&L responsibility
Principle
Powerzone Electric, Inc
01.2014 - 03.2019
- Oversight of electrical contracting business with revenue in excess of $10M annually
- Set company policies and procedures
- Set and managed yearly budgets
- Financial Oversight and P&L responsibility
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase
- Estimated projects using EBM Pro Software
- Built customer relationships by meeting key deadlines and maintaining high performance levels on projects
- Managed full staff and field personnel in excess of 60 employees
General Manager
Prism Electric, Inc
11.2009 - 10.2013
- Hired as a Client Service Manager and was promoted to General Manager of the division within 90 days
- Revenue growth in both Service and Special Projects division
- Branch responsibility of Service and Special Projects P&L, team leadership, business planning, budget creation, market strategy, and established new business relationships
- Oversight responsibility of Client Service Managers, Outside Salesman, Project Supervisors, Field Crew, Technicians, Administrative staff and company assets
- Analyzed, rolled out, and enforced company policies
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty through hard work and consistency in business practices
- Coordinated efforts between large construction division to ensure manpower was allocated in a manner to maintain labor rates and facilitate project needs
- Managed, trained and motivated office staff and field employees to always be improving knowledge and abilities to enhance their positions and the company's bottom line
- Negotiated terms and build strong relationships with clients and vendors alike
- Safety procedures practiced and enforced at all times
Project Superintendent
Walker Engineering
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Supervision and Oversight of medium to large scale projects. Project ranged from $1M- $4M
- P&L responsibility with project manager per job
- Scheduling, phasing, planning, and milestone responsibility. Shop drawings, as-builts, daily reports, and percent completions
- Continuously inspected job sites to ensure that all safety protocols were strictly observed by company personnel and others
- Compiled a daily field report, which detailed all key activities and project progress for management
- Handled all scheduling of subcontractors and staff to ensure that projects would be completed within required timeframes
- Conducted walk-throughs with General Contractors, Clients, and City Inspectors, answering all questions
Project Superintendent
Mills Electric, Inc
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Supervision and Oversight of medium to large scale projects. Projects ranged from $500k- $1M
- P&L responsibility with project manager per job
- Scheduling, phasing, planning, and milestone responsibility. Shop drawings, as-builts, daily reports, and percent completions
- Continuously inspected job sites to ensure that all safety protocols were strictly observed by company personnel and others
- Compiled a daily field report, which detailed all key activities and project progress for management
- Handled all scheduling of subcontractors and staff to ensure that projects would be completed within required timeframes
- Conducted walk-throughs with General Contractors, Clients, and City Inspectors, answering all questions
Education
Electrical Apprenticeship
Associated Builders & Contractors
Arkansas1999
Skills
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Self-motivated
- Process implementation
- Staff development
Certification
State of Texas Master Electrical License
NFPA 70E Qualified Personnel & Hot Work Training
ACC Small Business Management Courses
OSHA 10
Hobbies
Family Time | Kayaking | Fishing | Camping
Timeline
Division Manager - South Texas
Southwest Electrical Contracting Services
06.2020 - 09.2022
Senior Project Manager
Walker Engineering
05.2019 - 06.2020
Principle
Powerzone Electric, Inc
01.2014 - 03.2019
General Manager
Prism Electric, Inc
11.2009 - 10.2013
Project Superintendent
Walker Engineering
01.2002 - 01.2006
Project Superintendent
Mills Electric, Inc
01.1999 - 01.2002
Electrical Apprenticeship
Associated Builders & Contractors
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