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JOE JOYCE

Rockwall

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in project management and P&L oversight at ACE Grading & Affiliates. Proven track record of driving business growth through strategic planning and process improvements. Expert in multi-site operations, fostering strong client relationships, and enhancing team performance to achieve exceptional project outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Member

World Tree Materials LLC:
Point Blank
09.2022 - Current

Ensured successful operations in grinding, mulch production, topsoil distribution, and sand mining sectors through a multifaceted approach combining technical expertise and management skills.

  • Managed financial operations, including budgeting and forecasting, to ensure company stability and growth.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts to secure high-quality products at competitive prices while fostering positive relationships.
  • Enhanced operational performance by implementing continuous process improvement initiatives and best practices.
  • Developed client relationships that led to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Boosted overall productivity through efficient management strategies and streamlined processes.
  • Cultivated a supportive work environment through mentorship programs focused on individual employee growth opportunities.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project completion within established deadlines and budget constraints.

President

Advance Site Prep
Rockwall
04.2018 - Current

Oversaw end-to-end operations, managing project planning, execution, and completion.

Developed detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

Ensured effective utilization of resources, including equipment, materials, and personnel throughout projects.

Implemented safety protocols to meet compliance with local regulations and industry standards.

Maintained high-value client relationships through regular progress updates and prompt issue resolution.

Conducted contract negotiations that aligned client expectations with company capabilities.

Delivered quality work that met or exceeded client expectations to cultivate long-term partnerships.

SOUTHERN REGIONAL MANAGER

KWEST GROUP
Rockwall
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Responsibility for the Profit and Loss of the Southern Division, with a Marketplace and Projects across Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. This Division is varied in scope and focus and includes the following markets - Public Infrastructure, Federal, Airfield Construction, Wetland / Marine / Environmental, and Energy and Industrial work.
  • Rebuilt Division from multiple years of loss to a profitable Division in two years
  • Established a backlog of work by way of project discovery, advance bid scoping, and out of the box estimating approaches.
  • Built specialized R.O.W clearing division.

SOUTHWEST DIVISION MANAGER

INTERSTATE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION
Rockwall
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Responsibility for Profit and Loss of the Division, with a market place and projects in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. The Southwest Division's core business is concrete slip form paving for DOT, Airports, and ACE military projects. Oversaw business development, estimating, and all field operations. Directed management teams of Project Managers, Field Managers, Estimators, and Repair Shops. Projects Range 10 million to 50 million with annual revenues of 60 to 80 million dollars per year.
  • Rebuilt Division from multiple years of loss to a profitable Division in two years.
  • Establish multiple years of backlog threw project discovery, advance bid scoping, and out of the box estimating approach.

VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

SPARTAN SERVICE
Wyalusing
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Company Overview: Consulting, excavation, and equipment repair company.
  • Consult with oil and gas service companies to develop systems, controls, and technologies for construction operations streamlining and operational support.
  • Contracted with energy producer to develop plans for site construction facilities, well pad construction and access roads, water impoundment, and utilities.
  • Contracted with client to supply labor for 16" to 36" gas transmission pipeline and 4" to 12" gathering lines installation to service midstream clients.
  • Consulting, excavation, and equipment repair company.

CEO & PRESIDENT

ACE GRADING & AFFILIATES
Dawsonville
01.2005 - 01.2011
  • Directed all grading, trucking, and asphalt operations with full P&L responsibility for large DOT and airport construction projects. Oversaw business development, estimating, and field operations comprised of excavation, grading, paving, and pipeline installation. Led management team of 10 Project Managers, Field Managers, and Estimators with 80-120 total employees. Managed $3M-$4M annual budget with 10% indirect costs.
  • Won and managed two $5M+ site development and construction projects for Wal-Mart Stores. Projects included 900K cubic yards of mass excavation and installation of all utilities, paving, and concrete sidewalks.
  • Acted as Site Contractor for $10M+ Life Time Fitness Centers project to conduct mass excavation, underground utility placement, site concrete work, and asphalt paving for four locations.
  • Led $10M project for five Gwinnett County Public Schools to complete mass excavation, complete underground utility package installation, site concrete work, and asphalt paving.

VICE PRESIDENT OF MINING & CIVIL OPERATIONS

PARAMONT GRADING
Cumming
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Directed business development, contract negotiations, purchasing, scheduling, P&L management, and field operations including estimating, project management, equipment, grading, and pipe operations. Led team of three direct reports. Managed ~$10M annual budget.
  • Grew company from $1M to $10M in new mining contracts in less than three years through marketing, cold calling, networking, and building reputation for excellent work product.
  • Managed ~$10M in annual striping contracts for major quarry producers throughout Southeast region.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

JAMES ALLEN CONSTRUCTION
Cumming
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Directed all field operations including estimating, project management, equipment, grading, pipe, bridge, and concrete paving operations. Led team of ten direct reports. Managed up to ~$20M annual budget with ~10% indirect costs.
  • Grew company from ground up to $80M in revenue by establishing all facets of operations and building high performance team.
  • Recognized by GA DOT for delivering $8M I-400 interchange reconstruction project on schedule and to high quality standards passing all profilograph tests with no grinding required. Managed excavation, grading, pipe work, milling, asphalt, concrete paving, and bridge widening for this project involving three interchanges.
  • Led $28M, eight-interchange I-85 reconstruction project involving excavation, grading, pipe work, milling, asphalt, new bridge construction, and concrete paving work.

GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT

MACTEC, INC.
Atlanta
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Directed all field operations, estimating, and equipment utilization/maintenance. Oversaw national Army Corp of Engineer, EPA, and state DEP projects. Led project teams of 10-12 direct reports. Managed $3M-$50M project budgets.
  • Managed $20M remediation project to demolish battery manufacturing plant, excavate lead impacted contaminated soils, treat waste water, and stabilize soil.
  • Led $6M clean-up of Tonolli Superfund Site, encompassing construction of water treatment system, passive groundwater treatment trench, and multi-layered cap to close five-acre on-site landfill; excavation of 1,750+ tons of battery casing and 120K+ cubic yards of lead contaminated soil; stabilization of side slopes; removal of sediments from creek and underground storage tanks; backfilling, restoring, and vegetating site.

Education

Construction Management & Life

Hard Knocks University (Industry Experience)

Skills

  • Project management and scheduling
  • Multi-site operations
  • P&L oversight
  • Estimating and proposals
  • Field operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Business development
  • Process improvements
  • Equipment management
  • Joint ventures and collaborations
  • Design-build expertise

Affiliations

  • Georgia Highway Contractors Association
  • Georgia Crush Stone Association
  • Georgia Mining Association
  • American Concrete Paving Association
  • Texas AGC
  • Oklahoma AGC
  • Arkansas AGC

Licensure And Certification

  • Licensed Contract Utility Manager, State of Georgia
  • Licensed Landfill Operator, State of Georgia
  • MSHA A,B,C
  • OSHA 8-Hour Supervisory
  • Red Cross First Aid & CPR
  • OSHA 30
  • OSHA 40-Hour Hazwopper
  • Confined Space Entry
  • High Pressure Welding, U.S. Navy
  • Trenching Excavation Competent Person

Military Service

United States Navy, Hull Technician 2nd Class, Honorable

Timeline

Managing Member

World Tree Materials LLC:
09.2022 - Current

President

Advance Site Prep
04.2018 - Current

SOUTHERN REGIONAL MANAGER

KWEST GROUP
01.2017 - 01.2019

SOUTHWEST DIVISION MANAGER

INTERSTATE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION
01.2014 - 01.2017

VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

SPARTAN SERVICE
01.2011 - 01.2014

CEO & PRESIDENT

ACE GRADING & AFFILIATES
01.2005 - 01.2011

VICE PRESIDENT OF MINING & CIVIL OPERATIONS

PARAMONT GRADING
01.2002 - 01.2005

OPERATIONS MANAGER

JAMES ALLEN CONSTRUCTION
01.2000 - 01.2002

GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT

MACTEC, INC.
01.1995 - 01.2000

Construction Management & Life

Hard Knocks University (Industry Experience)