Joseph Tropeano
Ocala,FL
Summary
Versatile business leader bringing 20 years of experience as accomplished President. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in residential and commercial new construction, renovation, service and facilities management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Tropeano Construction, Inc.
06.2003 - Current
- Commercial and residential new construction and renovation.
- Facilities management services for large commercial customers.
- Established Vortex Plumbing as division of TCI providing service plumbing to residential and commercial customers in 5 counties.
- High end tenant space build-out.
- Established Eco-Surfacing as division of TCI providing specialty millwork services nationwide.
- Original member of 3M Design Build Integrator team providing national DI-NOC and FASARA installation services.
- Provided consultation to manufacturer regarding industry standards, best practices, and training curriculum.
- Developed techniques to utilize Conformable Laminates for millwork restoration in built environments.
- Key-note technical speaker at nationwide informational seminars geared toward advancing awareness of Conformable Laminates within Architecture and Design community.
- Delivered fast pace, high volume, project completions to large corporate clients covering vast geographic territory.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
- Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction.
- Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management programs to mitigate potential liabilities.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
Chief Engineer
E-ONE Ocala
06.1995 - 06.2006
- Led, directed, and supervised team of 15 engineers and designers to develop, test, modify and deploy solutions to technical problems.
- Managed cross-functional teams during design and development of Aerial and Industrial fire apparatus.
- Served as Engineering interface to sales, support, and production for Aerial and Industrial fire apparatus.
- Conducted specification conferences with customers and dealers.
- Design, production, and service liaison for subsidiary company Bronto Skylift - Tampere, Finland.
- Engineering representative on Federal Signal Corp, Fire Rescue Group, Employee Compensation Committee and Hay Group analysis.
- Conducted strain gage testing and finite element analysis of structural components.
- Manufacturer representative on NFPA 1901 committee charged with revising and implementing fire apparatus industry standards.
- Developed and delivered internal training curriculum for Pro Engineer 3-D modelling.
- Developed and implemented internal Pro Engineer modelling standards.
- Ranked in top 5% nationally, as tested by PTC, in Pro Engineer proficiency.
- Coordinated activities with other units of organization to develop cross-functional strategic plans to enhance company performance.
- Set and managed budgets for capital, expense and cost improvement activities and defined and developed project specifications.
- Verified product and equipment design, specifications and processes to reduce costs while maintaining product quality and employee safety.
- Incorporated Lean and Six Sigma concepts and initiatives to gain competitive advantage.
- Balanced project priority and business demand and aligned resources to accomplish assignments, projects and continuous improvements.
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Interacted with subject matter experts to develop training material and tools for personnel.
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
- Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Recruited, placed and oversaw project staff for optimal project results.
- Worked closely with vendors and internal sourcing to establish relationships, fostering new opportunities, solutions and cost savings.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
- Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
- Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
- Implemented automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes.
- Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL1999
Associate of Arts - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Central Florida Community College
Ocala, FL1996
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Management
- Talent Recruitment
- Financial Management
- Negotiation
- Staff Training
- Program Management
- Creating and Delivering Presentations
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Oversight
Certification
Certified General Contractor
Certified Plumbing Contractor
Certified Mold Assessment and Remediation
Home Inspector
Engineer EI
Private Pilot ASES/AMEL/INSTRUMENT
University of Alabama Management Certificate
Professional Development Program - VICA
Washington Leadership Training Institute - VICA
Hobbies
Operate, repair, restore, and maintain antique aircraft
Traveling
Water and snow skiing
Motorcycle riding
Timeline
President
Tropeano Construction, Inc.
06.2003 - Current
Chief Engineer
E-ONE Ocala
06.1995 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Florida
Associate of Arts - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Central Florida Community College
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