Kirk Ramsey
Tulsa,Oklahoma
Summary
Seasoned Business Owner/Operator well-versed in technical nuances and details governing top-notch organizational policy. Hands-on approach to drafting strategy and cultivating talent to meet complex, varying expectations. Brings strong business acumen, cultivated over more than 20-year period to deliver superior day-to-day business performance. Real-world practical experience serving suppliers, contractors and customers alike to streamline operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Ramsey Landscapes Inc.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2004 - Current
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Remained up-to-date on best housing and building practices and negotiated pricing and schedules.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
- Achieved maximum cost effectiveness by providing value engineering for construction means and methods.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Neosho High School
Neosho, MO05.1998
Skills
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Leadership and People Development
- Change and Growth Management
- Financial Management
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Business Development
- Complex Problem Solving
- Profit and Loss Management
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Budget Planning
- Annual Planning
- Integrity and Transparency
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Oversight
- Goal Setting
- Results Orientation
- People and Culture
- Business Consulting
- Management Team Leadership
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Succession Planning
- Sales Growth
- Raising Capital
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Ramsey Landscapes Inc.
01.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Neosho High School