Drew Abbott

Provide executive leadership for a regional heavy civil construction firm specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, utility systems, site development, and public works. Direct all facets of the business, with a focus on strategic growth, operational efficiency, client relationships, and consistent project delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall vision, culture, and strategic direction of the company, ensuring profitability, safety, and long-term growth across multi-state operations.
• Oversee all departments, including operations, estimating, equipment, safety, finance, and business development.
• Build and maintain relationships with public agencies, private developers, general contractors, DOTs, municipalities, and engineering firms.
• Guide the pursuit and acquisition of high-value civil infrastructure projects through bid strategy, client engagement, and competitive positioning.
• Ensure project execution aligns with schedule, budget, quality, and safety benchmarks; resolve high-level conflicts, or operational issues.
• Review and approve major contracts, budgets, joint venture agreements, and capital expenditures.
• Drive leadership development and succession planning across senior management and field operations.
• Monitor key performance indicators, and implement systems for continuous improvement in estimating, scheduling, productivity, and equipment utilization.
• Represent the company in industry associations, community organizations, and regional economic development efforts.

As President of K&K Concrete, I lead the overall strategic direction, financial health, and operational performance of the organization. Responsible for ensuring profitable growth, maintaining strong client relationships, and upholding the company’s reputation for safety, quality, and excellence in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide executive leadership and oversight across all departments, including operations, finance, business development, estimating, HR, and safety.
• Develop and execute long-term strategic plans aligned with market trends, company goals, and client needs.
• Drive business growth through client acquisition, contract negotiation, strategic partnerships, and geographic expansion.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance, ensuring profitability and cost control across all projects.
• Foster a safety-first culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA, and other regulatory bodies.
• Guide preconstruction planning, project execution, risk management, and resource allocation to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery.

• Vice President in charge of establishing, developing, and growing the firm's presence in new and/or under-developed geographic, product, and/or industry markets.
• Responsible for developing and executing a program focused on increasing Western Gravel's market share and market penetration.
• Created Western Gravel Constructors LLC to compete with other infrastructure general contractors on larger heavy highway/heavy highway projects.

Oversaw all phases of construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to manage expectations, resolve issues, and uphold quality and safety standards across residential, commercial, or civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and manage all aspects of construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Developed detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans; monitor progress and adjust as needed to stay on track.
• Served as primary point of contact for clients, consultants, inspectors, and subcontractors, maintaining open communication and strong working relationships.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and performance to ensure adherence to scope and specifications.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure safety compliance, quality control, and alignment with construction documents.
• Lead weekly project meetings, document progress, and proactively identify and resolve potential delays or conflicts.
• Reviewed drawings, RFIs, submittals, and change orders; coordinate approvals and track impact to schedule and budget.
• Ensure timely project closeout, including punch list management, final inspections, and client handoff.
• Promote and enforce safety policies in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

Achievements:

• Promoted to Construction Project Manager, overseeing nine projects in three different states, with a total revenue of $85 million.
• I had two winning projects recognized by ENR and the APWA.

Led both preconstruction and construction phases of heavy civil infrastructure projects, including earthwork, utilities, roads, bridges, and site development. Responsible for accurate cost estimating, project planning, subcontractor coordination, and execution oversight to ensure profitable, safe, and on-schedule delivery of complex civil projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for public and private heavy civil projects, including takeoffs, pricing, vendor/supplier coordination, and risk analysis.
• Manage awarded projects from contract execution through final completion, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, budget, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, owners, and regulatory agencies to ensure plans and specifications are followed and permits are secured.
• Lead the development of project schedules, cost forecasts, and work plans; track progress and adjust resources as needed to meet milestones.
• Procure materials and subcontractors; negotiate and manage subcontracts, ensuring quality and performance.
• Coordinate with field superintendents and foremen to ensure daily work aligns with production goals and safety protocols.
• Prepare and submit RFIs, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, inspectors, and municipal agencies to promote successful project outcomes and future opportunities.
• Participate in job site inspections and ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations.