EDWARD E GRANT JR
Summary
35 years experience in new construction. Results-driven professional in construction management, recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include project scheduling, cost control, and safety compliance, ensuring projects meet strict quality standards. With strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities, excel at steering teams towards successful project delivery. Effective problem solver and decision maker. Direct, clear and confident in managing multi-million dollar projects and expenditures. Previously Georgia Residential Licensed. GSWCC level 1 certified. OSHA 10 hour certified. First-aid / CPR certified.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager III
Dream Finders Homes llc
Atlanta, GA
09.2023 - Current
- 2025 Presidents Award for production volume and Excellence Dream Finder Homes Atlanta Division.
- Spearheaded construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with all regulations and budgets.
- Managed scheduling and operations for multiple homes and Townhomes for multiple subdivisions in the Atlanta area.
- Coordinated subcontractorand supplier activities to optimize delivery and workflow, enhancing project efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, to increase productivity contributing to successful project execution.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in construction management practices.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers on project specifications.
Sr. Construction Manager
Riz communities/ buyside capital
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Spearheaded land development projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple homes across multiple subdivisions, establishing production schedules and coordinating subcontractor activities.
- Oversaw field operations, including budget management, scheduling, and change orders, while liaising with city officials for permits and inspections.
Construction manager
Lennar communities llc.
Atlanta, GA
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Supervised construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple homes across various subdivisions, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers efficiently.
- Oversaw all field operations, including budget management, scheduling, and change orders.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to resolve design issues promptly.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on construction best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained records of completed jobs including time spent on tasks, materials used and expenses incurred.
Construction Manager
Century Communities llc.
Atlanta
07.2013 - 05.2019
- 2016 / 2015 Builder of the year for Production Volume and Excellents.
- Supervised construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple homes across various subdivisions, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers effectively.
- Oversaw all field operations, including budget management, scheduling, and change orders.
- Collaborated with city officials to secure necessary permits and inspections.
Owner/Operator
Highland Custom Construction llc
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Managed daily operations of construction projects and ensured timely completion.
- Coordinated scheduling for subcontractors and maintained project timelines effectively.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation for various construction tasks.
- Implemented safety protocols and ensured compliance with regulations on-site.
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication and service delivery.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in construction techniques.
- Resolved project-related issues promptly to maintain workflow continuity.
- Procured materials and managed inventory for ongoing projects efficiently.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Director of Construction
Overland Trails Construction Inc.
Ellijay, Georgia
12.2004 - 12.2009
- Supervised land development projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated activities of subcontractors and suppliers, optimizing delivery schedules for multiple homes across subdivisions.
- Managed field operations, including budget oversight and scheduling, while liaising with city officials for permits and inspections.
- Directed cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion and compliance.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation for various construction projects.
- Cultivated relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors for collaboration.
- Reviewed contracts and specifications to ensure alignment with project goals and regulations.
- Drafted monthly reports summarizing status updates for each ongoing project.
Area Construction manager
Overland Trails Log Homes Inc.
Ellijay, GA
01.1990 - 12.2004
- Supervised construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance and coordination across multiple subdivisions.
- Managed scheduling and operations for multiple homes, overseeing subcontractors and suppliers to streamline activities and deliveries.
- Collaborated with city officials on permits and inspections, enhancing project efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Manage 40 employees to maintain production and productivity.
Education
Georgia residential / Light commercial licenses -
Contractor Training Center
03.2026
Environmental Engineering
California State University, Sacramento
02.1992
Graduate - Vocational Training Building Construction, Drafting
John McEachern High School
01.1988
Skills
- Schedule management and production optimization
- Problem solving
- Productivity enhancement
- Excellence in construction
- Organizational skills
- Commitment to exceeding expectations
- Goal orientation
Timeline
Construction Manager III
Dream Finders Homes llc
09.2023 - Current
Sr. Construction Manager
Riz communities/ buyside capital
09.2021 - 08.2023
Construction manager
Lennar communities llc.
05.2019 - 09.2021
Construction Manager
Century Communities llc.
07.2013 - 05.2019
Owner/Operator
Highland Custom Construction llc
01.2010 - 07.2013
Director of Construction
Overland Trails Construction Inc.
12.2004 - 12.2009
Area Construction manager
Overland Trails Log Homes Inc.
01.1990 - 12.2004
Georgia residential / Light commercial licenses -
Contractor Training Center
Environmental Engineering
California State University, Sacramento
Graduate - Vocational Training Building Construction, Drafting
John McEachern High School