LESLIE W. (LES) CLARK
Clayton,NC
Summary
Productive team player eager to contribute dynamic Construction, Operations, Project Management, Sales, Safety, Analytical and Facilitation skills toward actively supporting a progressive company in maximizing performance. CAREER PROFILE Solid experience in all phases of Residential/ Construction Purchasing Management. Record of progression to assignments of increasing authority and responsibility. Over two decades of successful operations/ construction management background. Demonstrated competence in team leadership and customer service/relations. Facilitate contract bidding/ Negotiations. Oversee warranty Activities. Spearhead scheduling initiatives. Adept in administrative procedures and policy/procedures. Skilled in supervision of trade personnel. Solid understanding of facilities and grounds. Strengths in prioritization, problem solving and effectiveness in fast-paced situations. Well-organized with exceptional interpersonal skills. Deliver timely projects on a consistent basis and Under Budget. Notable ability in personnel training and administration. Capability in advanced business software applications. Extensive training and professional development focusing on construction management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager/ Owner
LJ Clark LLC
06.2018 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, Construct Software Administrator, PURCHASING MANAGER
Grayson Dare Homes, Level Homes
03.2014 - 05.2018
- Direct All Daily Operations- Purchasing, Estimating and, Construction
- Manage and Maintain Budget and Loss Prevention
- Subcontractor Setup and Negotiations
- Construction and Warranty Activities
- Co
Director of Purchasing
Level Homes
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Startup of the Division Purchasing Department/ Home Building Company
- Maintain and Establish all Budgets (Maintained an +20% Margin)
- Subcontractor Setup and Negotiation
- Implementation of the New Star Purchasing Software
- Newstar-Constellation Systems Administrator
- Proficient in All Facets of Estimation
INSTALLED SALES REPRESENTATIVE/ ACCOUNT MANAGER
Pro- Build Holdings
07.2010 - 01.2012
- Start up and Maintain the installation of all Millwork
- Distribute all schedules
- Manage all subcontractor relations
- Estimating of Installed services
- Monitor and maintain warranty issues
- Direct daily construction operations.
Regional Install Manager
American Shingle
01.2010 - 07.2010
- Hire and supervise all Field Managers
- Distribute all schedules
- Manage all subcontractor relations
- Mange all Vendor, Subcontractor, and Homeowner relationships
- Monitor and maintain warranty issues
- Direct daily construction operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Business Management
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC06.2001
Skills
- Business Administration
- Profit and Loss
- Staff Training
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Remodels and New Construction
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Consulting
Certification
- Licensed NC General Contractor, LJ Clark LLC 2017- Present
- NC Real estate License Prep Training - Present
Timeline
Manager/ Owner
LJ Clark LLC
06.2018 - Current
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, Construct Software Administrator, PURCHASING MANAGER
Grayson Dare Homes, Level Homes
03.2014 - 05.2018
Director of Purchasing
Level Homes
12.2012 - 03.2014
INSTALLED SALES REPRESENTATIVE/ ACCOUNT MANAGER
Pro- Build Holdings
07.2010 - 01.2012
Regional Install Manager
American Shingle
01.2010 - 07.2010
Associate of Applied Business - Business Management
Wake Technical Community College
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