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Devin Berry

Navarre,FL

Summary

Accomplished Water and Mold Mitigation Technician/Manager with 6+ years of experience in overseeing and executing restoration projects. Proven track record of effectively managing teams, coordinating schedules, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Skilled in assessing damage, implementing mitigation strategies, and overseeing remediation processes to achieve high-quality results. Strong expertise in customer service, communication, and vendor management. Adept at problem-solving and providing innovative solutions to complex restoration challenges. Looking to leverage extensive experience and leadership skills in a dynamic organization focused on delivering exceptional service and exceeding client expectations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager (Assistant Operation Manager)

Rytech Restoration
Pensacola, FL
08.2022 - 12.2024
  • Led and managed end-to-end residential and commercial restoration projects, including water mitigation, fire damage cleanup, and mold remediation, with budgets ranging from $10K to over $1M.
  • Acted as General Manager for extended periods during GM absences/vacation and during Catastrophe situations.
  • Oversaw field crews of up to 15 technicians, ensuring compliance with IICRC standards, job safety, and timeline efficiency.
  • Maintained clear communication with homeowners, property managers, and insurance adjusters throughout the project lifecycle to ensure client satisfaction and expedite claims processing.
  • Created detailed scopes of work and estimates using Xactimate; consistently closed jobs at or above target margins.
  • Managed project documentation, including moisture mapping, drying logs, and photo reports, ensuring full transparency and compliance.
  • Successfully expedited insurance approvals by coordinating directly with third-party adjusters and TPA programs.
  • Conducted on-site inspections, monitored job progress, and adjusted resources to meet changing job conditions and deadlines.
  • Played a key leadership role in team training, onboarding new hires, and upholding company SOPs and restoration best practices.
  • Reduced job cycle time by implementing streamlined job tracking systems and proactive material ordering.
  • Responded to emergency losses 24/7, often mobilizing teams within 60 minutes of dispatch.

Project Manager

Proclean Restoration
Pensacola, FL
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Led cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
  • Presented and negotiated proper scopes and estimates to assigned desk adjusters, inspectors, and gained necessary approvals for all mitigation claims initiated by homeowners.
  • Managed project budgets, tracking expenses to prevent overspending and ensure compliance.
  • Developed project plans and schedules to streamline workflow and resource allocation.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in project management.
  • Utilized mitigation software to track progress and maintain documentation accuracy.
  • Xactimate estimating of residential jobs from $1,000 to $400,000 and commercial jobs from $50,000 to $3,000,000.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project, including specifications, change orders, invoices, mitigation progress, and any pertinent information regarding the claim/loss.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.

Project Superintendent (Night)

URI
Baltimore, MD
07.2020 - 12.2020
  • 16 million dollar industrial fire loss. 250,000sqft Pepsi Co bottling facility. An electrical panel near the loading docks caught fire, igniting the poly insulation sheeting covering the entire north wall of the facility. The structure was fully affected by soot throughout the entire facility.
  • Co-ordinated with Pepsis regional vice president of operations for the Northeast, the facility General Manager, and carrier representatives who were on site for the duration of the project.
  • This was an extremely complex loss with multiple carriers and decision makers involved.
  • A crew of 100 technicians were utilized in two shifts working in 12 hours asynchronously (1 day shift and one night shift).
  • I ran the night shift and oversaw the project. The lack of production on Pepsis part allowed the nigh shift to accomplish roughly 1.5 times the output of the day shift with the same number of technicians. We ultimately shifted 25 of the best technicians from the day shift to night and only operated the night shift with 75. Doing this allowed us to mantain the same output while saving 25k per week in labor costs.
  • The loss was complete in just over 6 months for just under 1.6 million. A profit margin of just over 90%.
  • Ceiling and wall heights were in excess of 80'. Many types of specialized machines utilized. XL scissor jacks, XL man lifts, desiccant dehumidifiers. Co-ordinated with multiple trades and rental houses to keep all rental equipment maintained and to ensure electricity is readily available for use without possibility of interruption of Pepsis daily operations.

Lead Technician

Masterpro Restoration
Pensacola, FL
12.2019 - 07.2020
  • Supervised daily restoration operations, and ensured compliance with safety standards and company S.O.P.
  • Trained and mentored junior technicians on equipment usage and industry-suggested best practices.
  • Coordinated restoration projects from initial assessment to final inspection.
  • Managed inventory of tools and materials for efficient workflow.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements, and manage expectations.
  • Resolved technical issues on-site to minimize disruptions during restoration projects.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high service standards.

Mitigation Technician

Complete DKI
Pensacola, FL
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Conducted thorough inspections of residential and commercial properties to assess water, fire, and mold damage for mitigation scope.
  • Documented all mitigation activities, including moisture readings, restoration progress, and material inventory, to ensure accurate and detailed reporting.
  • Conduct thorough assessments of water, fire, and mold damage in residential and commercial properties.
  • Implemented appropriate mitigation strategies to prevent further secondary damage and restore affected areas to pre-loss condition.
  • Utilize specialized equipment such as injector systems, desiccant dehumidifiers, and dry ice blasters to tackle extra-ordinary problems.
  • Adhere to industry suggested best practices and safety protocols to ensure a safe and efficient mitigation process.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

Skills

Leadership & Project Execution
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development (5 years)
  • End-to-End Project Management (Water, Mold, Fire)
  • Strategic Decision-Making Under Pressure
  • Effective Problem-Solving in High-Stress Environments
  • Delegation, Prioritization & Time Management
  • Large-Loss & Complex Job Oversight
Operations & Restoration Expertise
  • Expert in Drying Science, Moisture Mapping & Environmental Controls
  • IICRC Standards & Compliance (WRT, ASD, AMRT, etc)
  • Mitigation Planning & Scope Development
  • Estimating with Xactimate (Sketching, Scoping, Line Item Accuracy)
  • Job Documentation & Reporting (DASH, Encircle, MICA, PSA)
  • TPA Program Management & Insurance Liaison
  • Vendor Management & Subcontractor Coordination
  • Equipment Inventory, Warehouse Logistics & Fleet Oversight
Client & Business Management
  • Customer Relations & Conflict Resolution
  • Insurance Adjuster Communication & Claims Management
  • KPI Tracking, Budget Management & Margin Optimization
  • SOP Development & Process Improvement
  • Emergency Response Team Coordination (24/7 Dispatch Readiness)
  • Branch Operations Oversight (Scheduling, Staffing, Compliance)

Certification

  • WRT
  • AMR
  • FSRT

Timeline

Project Manager (Assistant Operation Manager)

Rytech Restoration
08.2022 - 12.2024

Project Manager

Proclean Restoration
01.2021 - 08.2022

Project Superintendent (Night)

URI
07.2020 - 12.2020

Lead Technician

Masterpro Restoration
12.2019 - 07.2020

Mitigation Technician

Complete DKI
02.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Florida

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