Craig Leech
Burnet,TX
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees and subcontractors to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with over 40 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Hardworking individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Reprolon Texas
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Identified and targeted critical procurement issues, saving operational costs.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Established long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
Owner/Operator
Leech Construction
03.1979 - 03.2016
- Completion of over 50 custom homes and 10 spec homes.
- Completion of many remodel projects
- Completion of commercial buildings, Dental Office, Law Office, and a Title Company.
- Custom homes built ranging from 1200sf to 4500sf.
- Assessed potential risks associated with each project, implementing mitigation measures to minimize impact on schedules and budgets.
- Conducted regular site inspections during construction phases to monitor progress, identify potential issues early on, and maintain open communication channels with all stakeholders.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality custom homes tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, subcontractors, and trade partners, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
- Coordinated permitting processes with local authorities, ensuring all necessary approvals were obtained before commencing construction activities.
- Meticulously reviewed architectural plans to ensure alignment with clients'' vision, making recommendations for any necessary changes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Drawing and Drafting Home site plans using Chief Architect program.
- Reduced construction time by implementing efficient project management strategies and closely monitoring progress.
- Focused on customer service and timely service, goal was to have happy owners.
- Completed everything through punchline and closings.
Real Estate Agent
Century 21
11.1982 - 11.1986
- Developed new business and managed new and existing clients.
- Streamlined communication between all parties involved in transactions, ensuring smooth closings and satisfied clients.
- Hosted successful open houses by preparing properties for viewing and effectively showcasing features to potential buyers.
- Advised clients on staging techniques to enhance property appearance and increase buyer interest during showings.
- Strengthened professional reputation through consistently positive client reviews and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
Sales Associate
Milburn Homes
03.1979 - 11.1981
- Developed new business and managed new and existing clients.
- Provided exceptional support during the negotiation process, advocating for clients'' best interests at all times.
- Reviewed property listings, interviewed potential clients, accompanied clients to properties and effectively communicated condition of sales.
Education
Real Estate
Austin Community College
Austin, TX1979
High School Diploma -
Burnet High School
Burnet, TX05.1974
Skills
- Procurement Process Improvement
- Financial Acumen
- Bid process management
- Client management
- Residential construction
- Subcontractor Management
- Budgeting and Estimating
- Project Management
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Reprolon Texas
08.2016 - 08.2023
Real Estate Agent
Century 21
11.1982 - 11.1986
Owner/Operator
Leech Construction
03.1979 - 03.2016
Sales Associate
Milburn Homes
03.1979 - 11.1981
Real Estate
Austin Community College
High School Diploma -
Burnet High School
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