Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Key Qualifications
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Dean J. Blankenship

Apopka,FL

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong skill set in the commercial construction industry. Seeking to contribute expertise to a team of dedicated professionals in a collaborative work environment. Goal-oriented manager with extensive experience in construction and a track record of effective leadership. Skilled in improving productivity and customer satisfaction, driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures and maximizing employee talents.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President of Business Development, Operations and Estimating

Hosanna Building Contractors, Inc.
06.2008 - Current
  • Created successful fast growing company in the midst of a very challenging economic season
  • State of Florida and Georgia Certified Building Contractor since 2008 and 2012 respectively
  • Created long term relationships with subcontractors and clients alike

Business Development, Preconstruction. Estimating

A.K. Holcomb Construction, Inc.
01.2004 - 06.2006
  • Senior project manager at A.K Holcomb Construction Inc
  • 2004-2006
  • Site Superintend-at A.K Holcomb Construction, Inc
  • 1992-1996
  • Self employed carpentry subcontractor, 1996-2003

Owner operator

Covenant Builders LLC
01.2004 - 01.2006

Self employed carpentry subcontractor

01.1996 - 01.2003

Education

High School Diploma -

West Orange High
Winter Garden, FL
06.2008

Skills

  • Customer retention
  • Operations management
  • Financial acumen
  • Organizational development
  • Decision-making
  • Pricing strategy
  • Relationship building
  • Revenue growth
  • New business development
  • Corporate communications
  • Industry networking
  • Contract negotiations

Certification

  • State Certified Building Contractor in FL and GA since 2008 and 2012 respectively.
  • Multiple certifications in Procore Project Management Software.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Proficient with PlanSwift Estimating Software

Key Qualifications

  • Very strong business development and customer retention skills
  • Highly skilled project estimator
  • Extensive experience in project management
  • Team oriented, always willing to help others to succeed
  • High level communication skills with supervisors, subcontractors, building inspectors, building dept. inspectors and officials, and clients.

Timeline

President of Business Development, Operations and Estimating

Hosanna Building Contractors, Inc.
06.2008 - Current

Business Development, Preconstruction. Estimating

A.K. Holcomb Construction, Inc.
01.2004 - 06.2006

Owner operator

Covenant Builders LLC
01.2004 - 01.2006

Self employed carpentry subcontractor

01.1996 - 01.2003

High School Diploma -

West Orange High
Dean J. Blankenship