Mathew Lee
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Experienced and driven project management professional with over fifteen years of experience in the federal and private construction industry. Proven track record of successfully managing multi-million dollar projects from conception to fruition. The ability to coordinate trades, build partnerships, and work collaboratively with architects, engineers, developers, vendors, and local officials to ensure the timely and budget friendly completion of a project. Experienced in building codes, regulations and negotiating contracts. I bring forth expertise in team building, leadership, and quality control management for every project I take on.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Smoot Construction Company
03.2023 - Current
- Led construction efforts on high-profile federal and civic projects, managing over $100 million in subcontractor scope on the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Revitalization, a $600M multi-phase historic renovation.
- Oversaw complex mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, along with complete building envelope packages, including curtain wall, roofing, waterproofing, and air barrier systems.
- Resolved over $23 million in subcontractor claims through effective documentation, issue framing, and negotiation—avoiding litigation and preserving project momentum.
- Conducted technical tours for AIA, ASHRAE, and WBC delegations, showcasing advanced construction phasing, system integration, and preservation strategies.
- Managed adaptive reuse of the historic Mount Vernon High School, coordinating phased MEP renovations and historic fabric preservation.
- Supervised site operations and environmental controls for the RFK Stadium demolition, maintaining regulatory compliance and public safety throughout decommissioning.
- Supported pursuit, preconstruction, and phasing logistics for the upcoming Bezos Learning Center, contributing to planning efforts for a major Smithsonian expansion project.
Owner
The Lost Attic
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Established and operated a business specializing in liquidated asset acquisition and resale.
- Oversaw full lifecycle of asset recovery operations, including acquisition strategy, cost-benefit analysis, inventory control, and value optimization.
- Applied strong negotiation, risk management, and contract evaluation skills to maximize return on investment across diverse asset types.
- Carried out rapid analyses of incomplete inventories, translating uncertainty into effective resale or disposal plans.
- Coordinated logistics and material handling, including vendor management, freight scheduling, and secure storage
- Maintained accurate financial records, tracked profit margins per transaction, and developed pricing strategies aligned with fluctuating market demand.
- Leveraged entrepreneurial leadership to manage budgets, prioritize competing tasks, and adapt to changing conditions mirroring field-level construction decision-making and resource allocation.
- Cultivated customer and vendor relationships, demonstrating communication and conflict-resolution skills crucial to managing trades and stakeholders on construction projects.
Project Manager
Belfast Valley Contractors
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Lead $11m of podium and high-rise concrete construction in DC and Virginia
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Fostered relationships with clients to promote positive working relationships and future pursuits.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Achieved maximum cost effectiveness by providing value engineering for construction means and methods.
- Implemented BIM processes to improve design and avoid impacts to project's schedule
Project Manager
Accu-Crete, Inc.
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Oversaw and managed Charleston concrete operations with a combined total of $26m in projected revenue
- Engaged clients to build a fostering relationships within the Charleston region
- Implemented production tracking methodologies and other project controls
- Procured and implemented Procore for effective document management
- Procured and implemented Tekla Structures, including development of company specific attributes and processes to promote virtual design analysis
Project Manager
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed final phases of $30m US Army Corps of Engineers project, a 1.1 million SF Parking Garage
- Managed structural concrete operations of $16m 15-Story high-rise residential project in NoMA DC while building a strong, rewarding relationship with the client, leading to future pursuits
- Successfully implemented structural modification and modernization of an historic warehouse
- Coordinated BIM on the job-site to identify design issues before any schedule impacts occurred
Project Manager/Estimator
Lane Construction - Concrete Frames Division
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Prepared estimates for structural concrete and infrastructure civil work.
- Managed structural concrete project startup and operations
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Closely collaborated with stakeholders to identify and quickly address problems.
- Transitioned projects to closeout project team during Concrete Frame division closure
Assistant Project Manager
Balfour Beatty Construction
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed civil, structural, and MEP trades concurrently from concept to fruition
- Developed and managed the project schedule via Primavera P6
- Performed financial analysis and prepare reports for owners and investors
- Implemented subcontractor MEP coordination using Navisworks and Revit
- Mitigated risk and controlled costs through effective scope management
Senior Project Engineer
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
03.2014 - 04.2017
- Specialized in the management of specialized Military Construction and Renovation Cast In Place Concrete projects ranging from $500k - $22 million in revenue
- Ensured budgets were adhered to and exposure to loss was mitigated.
- Developed site safety procedures in accordance with USACE EM-385-1-1 and OSHA regulations
- Acted as field supervision and designated competent person for production and punch work when necessary.
Education
Business Administration B.S. -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD05.2025
Business A.A. - undefined
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD06.2016
Skills
- Health & Safety
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Risk Management
- Microsoft Office
- Primavera P6
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Computer Skills
Websites
Certification
Google Project Management
Accomplishments
Ambassador - Charles County, MD
Timeline
Project Manager
Smoot Construction Company
03.2023 - Current
Owner
The Lost Attic
09.2021 - 03.2023
Project Manager
Belfast Valley Contractors
08.2020 - 08.2021
Project Manager
Accu-Crete, Inc.
11.2019 - 06.2020
Project Manager
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
11.2018 - 11.2019
Project Manager/Estimator
Lane Construction - Concrete Frames Division
05.2018 - 11.2018
Assistant Project Manager
Balfour Beatty Construction
04.2017 - 05.2018
Senior Project Engineer
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
03.2014 - 04.2017
Business A.A. - undefined
Montgomery College
Business Administration B.S. -
University of Maryland Global Campus
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