Matthew Dodds
Decatur,GA
Summary
Accomplished and results-driven professional with decades of proven and extensive entrepreneurial and management experience overseeing large and small scale projects in commercial and residential construction. Highly skilled in all required core competencies, including but not limited to independently managing subcontractors, enforcing safety regulations, coordinating schedules, and ensuring adherence to project specifications…..
Skilled in reading blueprints, interpreting complex technical documents, and fostering effective communication among stakeholders. A hands-on leader committed to maintaining efficiency, minimizing costs, and delivering consistent high-quality results on time and within budget.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Jordan Constrcution Company LLC
Decatur, GA
01.2012 - 02.2025
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
Commercial Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvment
Chamblee, GA
02.2011 - 04.2012
- Provided product demonstrations to potential buyers in order to promote products and services.
- Identified and qualified leads through cold calling, networking events, trade shows, and professional organizations.
- Analyzed performance indicators on commercial, contractual, and financial analysis for existing clients and complex sales opportunities.
- Researched competitors' products and services offerings in order to create unique value propositions for clients.
- Participated in training sessions designed to increase knowledge of relevant products and services offerings.
- Performed post-sales follow-ups with customers to ensure satisfaction with purchases made.
Sales Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Columbia, SC
10.2008 - 02.2011
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
- Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.
- Established ambitious goals for employees to promote achievement and surpass business targets.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
- Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
Zone Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Columbia , SC
07.2006 - 09.2008
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with store managers, customers, and vendors.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Provided guidance on pricing strategies that would maximize profits while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Managed budgets and expenses related to zone operations.
Department Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Lexington, KY
06.2003 - 07.2006
- Followed safety protocols and company processes and procedures.
- Participated actively in strategic planning sessions with top executives from different divisions.
- Handled shift overstock, restocking and inventory control.
- Executed targeted merchandising and promotional plans to meet department sales goals.
- Supervised, trained, and developed team members, enhancing their performance and professional growth.
Sales Floor Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
Lexington, KY
06.2002 - 06.2003
- Greeted customers promptly, offering assistance to improve shopping experience.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Superintendent
Osborne Construction Company INC
Valdosta, GA
03.1996 - 09.1999
- Conducted walk-throughs with clients to identify rework needs and answer client questions.
- Interpreted complex technical documents such as contracts, purchase orders, change orders.
- Completed investigations into complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
- Monitored labor hours against estimated costs for each task in order to stay within budget limits.
- Scheduled staff and subcontractors to maintain adequate coverage and complete jobs on time.
- Contracted and supervised workers for various construction jobs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
- Utilized spreadsheets, calendars and reports to gauge work productivity and monitor progress.
- Supervised day-to-day operations of construction sites, including scheduling of workers, materials delivery, and equipment usage.
- Kept work areas organized and clean according to industry standards.
- Implemented strategies for minimizing waste while maximizing efficiency on the job site.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between subcontractors regarding cost overruns or missed deadlines.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, owners and other stakeholders on design changes or modifications needed during construction process.
- Verified work compliance with applicable regulations, codes and specifications.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring that all work was completed according to project specifications and standards.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Coordinated delivery schedules with vendors and suppliers to optimize resource allocation.
- Maintained records of construction progress and reported any discrepancies or delays immediately to the Project Manager.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations such as weather delays or unexpected obstacles encountered during construction process.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Reviewed blueprints and drawings prior to commencement of work to ensure accuracy in material ordering and installation process.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Developed work teams and delegated project tasks according to individual strengths.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Held weekly meetings with subcontractors to review job performance, discuss potential problems, and provide guidance for improvement.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Lead Carpenter
Osborne Construction Company INC
Valdosta, GA
06.1993 - 02.1996
- Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
- Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on power tools and other equipment used by the carpentry team.
- Troubleshot problems related to construction techniques or materials used in carpentry projects.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05-2001
Skills
- Marketing tactics
- Social media control
- Sales leadership
- Business management
- Negotiation
- Bidding processes
- Business administration
- Budget development
- Sales strategy development
- Project management
Timeline
Owner
Jordan Constrcution Company LLC
01.2012 - 02.2025
Commercial Sales Specialist
Lowes Home Improvment
02.2011 - 04.2012
Sales Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
10.2008 - 02.2011
Zone Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
07.2006 - 09.2008
Department Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
06.2003 - 07.2006
Sales Floor Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
06.2002 - 06.2003
Superintendent
Osborne Construction Company INC
03.1996 - 09.1999
Lead Carpenter
Osborne Construction Company INC
06.1993 - 02.1996
Bachelor of Arts - History
Valdosta State University
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