Kishan Raghu
Humble,TX
Summary
Construction industry professional with 8+ years of experience managing complex projects, developing client relationships, identifying cost and business opportunities, negotiating contracts, and delivering solutions to construction stakeholders. Proven track record managing projects valued at up to $15M, generating more than $1M in cost savings, and contributing to repeat business and additional project awards. Strong consultative communicator with hands-on knowledge of construction operations, client needs, stakeholder management, presentations, and solution-oriented problem solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER
Veritas Construction
Houston, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Manage up to four concurrent construction projects valued at up to $15M, balancing customer expectations, budgets, schedules, and competing priorities.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders, serving as a primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead recurring client meetings and presentations, identify stakeholder needs, communicate solutions, and align decision-makers around project objectives.
- Partner with clients and project teams to identify operational challenges, resolve issues, and recommend practical solutions that improve project execution.
- Prepare project reports, budgets, schedules, and executive updates to communicate performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership and clients.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to develop solutions and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Identify opportunities to improve project performance, reduce costs, and strengthen client relationships through proactive communication and problem solving.
- Partner with senior leadership on strategic initiatives and independently identify and resolve issues throughout project development and execution.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Boxer Property
Houston, TX
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed complex construction projects while coordinating contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and up to 50 personnel across multiple stakeholders.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with major corporate clients, contributing to repeat business and the award of three additional projects with Vail Resorts.
- Identified contract, scope, and cost opportunities that generated more than $1M in savings while maintaining client and project requirements.
- Prepared competitive bids and proposals by analyzing labor, material, and equipment costs to develop solutions aligned with client and company objectives.
- Served as a key client-facing representative, communicating requirements, identifying concerns, presenting solutions, and building trust with corporate decision-makers.
- Conducted client presentations and project reviews to communicate progress, address challenges, and facilitate informed decisions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on business objectives, customer requirements, and budget constraints.
- Reviewed technical documentation and construction requirements to identify challenges and recommend practical solutions.
- Used a consultative approach to resolve project issues and strengthen relationships with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
PROJECT MANAGER
TDK Construction
Houston, TX
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Managed construction projects while coordinating internal teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to achieve project and customer objectives.
- Developed and maintained client and vendor relationships through proactive communication regarding requirements, timelines, expectations, and project performance.
- Led recurring client and stakeholder meetings to communicate progress, identify challenges, and facilitate timely solutions.
- Collaborated with leadership on strategic planning for projects in development and execution.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers while balancing business objectives, customer requirements, and budget constraints.
- Managed competing priorities while delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of Houston
12.2019
Skills
- Consultative Problem Solving
- Client Relationship Management
- Business Development
- Account & Stakeholder Management
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Construction Management Software
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Client Presentations
- Product Training
- Contract Negotiation
- Vendor & Partner Management
- Cost & Financial Analysis
- Project Forecasting & Reporting
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Construction Operations
Languages
- Gujarati, Native/Bilingual
- Hindi, Limited
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER
Veritas Construction
06.2024 - Current
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
Boxer Property
09.2021 - 03.2024
PROJECT MANAGER
TDK Construction
05.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
University of Houston