Michael Erickson
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Expert in renovation management with extensive experience in optimizing project scopes and turnaround times. Effectively leads regional operations, ensuring compliance and quality while driving efficiencies across multiple projects, resulting in high tenant satisfaction and reduced operational costs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Field Manager
Darwin Homes
Phoenix, USA
12.2023 - 04.2026
- Managed regional field operations, ensuring adherence to company standards across six direct reports.
- Developed detailed scopes for unit turns to optimize turnaround times and maintain quality standards.
- Conducted property inspections to enhance market readiness and streamline resident move-ins.
- Executed eviction processes and posted legal notices to uphold compliance with local regulations.
Renovation Manager
Avenue One
Phoenix, USA
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Led 10-15 SFR renovations with budgets of $30K to $100K, achieving on-time project completion and budget compliance.
- Supervised GC repairs, ensuring adherence to company standards through inspections and quality control checks.
- Conducted tenant move-out inspections and bids, facilitating accurate repair estimates and minimizing turnover.
Project Manager
Lessen
Scottsdale, USA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed up to 15 SFR renovations with budgets ranging from $15K to $85K, delivering projects 100% on time and within budget.
- Coordinated and scheduled trades during renovation life cycle, minimizing project downtime and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted quality control inspections on vendor work, ensuring minimal post-renovation rework and maintaining high standards.
- Performed detailed move-out inspections, identifying repairs to increase turnover accuracy and reduce delays.
Renovation Superintendent
Zillow Group
Scottsdale, USA
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Managed up to 15 property renovations simultaneously, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Developed scopes for 500+ Phoenix homes, enhancing project efficiency and accuracy, leading to faster renovation cycles through precise identification of necessary repairs.
- Trained new field employees and senior staff in field operations, reducing operational errors by 10% and boosting overall team performance.
- Contributed to pilots (Project Bolt, Self-Tour, RMP) aimed at enhancing profitability for Zillow Offers, streamlining workflows.
Project Manager
Shelton Residential
Phoenix, USA
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Coordinated contracted vendors during renovation to ensure timely completion within budget.
- Estimated time and material costs for renovations to enhance project budgeting accuracy.
- Conducted property walks on 15+ multi-family communities to identify renovation needs, reducing project delays.
Facilities Manager
HSL Asset Management
Phoenix, USA
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Managed maintenance, operations, and administrative tasks for a 184-unit high-rise, achieving a 95% tenant satisfaction rate and reducing maintenance requests by 25%.
- Managed repair budgets and inventory, maintaining cost controls and reducing monthly operational costs.
- Coordinated vendors and strengthened relationships, enhancing project timelines and vendor performance.
Head of Properties
Feld Entertainment Inc
Palmetto, USA
08.2007 - 08.2014
- Directed 14+ local crew employees in 200+ cities nationally and internationally for Disney on Ice, managing 3-5 team members depending on the tour year, ensuring 100% on-time setup and smooth operations.
- Trained department new hires in operational procedures, enhancing team efficiency and reducing setup errors by 30%.
- Conducted daily preventative maintenance, ensuring operational readiness through electrical, painting, and equipment inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Zion Benton Township High School
Zion, IL05-2005
Skills
- Project budgeting
- Risk assessment
- Quality control
- Vendor management
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Property inspections
Timeline
Regional Field Manager
Darwin Homes
12.2023 - 04.2026
Renovation Manager
Avenue One
07.2022 - 10.2023
Project Manager
Lessen
02.2022 - 06.2022
Renovation Superintendent
Zillow Group
05.2018 - 02.2022
Project Manager
Shelton Residential
08.2016 - 05.2018
Facilities Manager
HSL Asset Management
05.2015 - 07.2016
Head of Properties
Feld Entertainment Inc
08.2007 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Zion Benton Township High School