Michael Rittenhouse

Coordinate and oversee day to day operations of a commercial and residential construction and investment firm.

• Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions of commercial and residential builds.
• Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
• Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
• Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
• Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
• Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.

• Managed day to day operations and coordination of large custom home builds in Whitefish MT and Flathead Valley to include but not limited to :
• Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
• Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
• Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
• Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
• Stayed up to date on OSHA and local safety guidelines for residential construction, and correctly reported incidents to supervisors.
• Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
• Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
• Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
• Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
• Managed projects from procurement to commission.
• Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
• Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.

• Owner of residential home construction firm including design, permit, and build of custom homes in Santa Cruz Ca.
• Consultation, sales and coordination of build process.
• Compiled plan developments and project documents associated with inspection, design and construction.
• Coordination of all sub contractors to ensure timely completion of project and efficiency during custom build process
• Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
• Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
• Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
• Managed large-scale construction projects within cost, quality and time constraints.
• Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
• Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
• Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Oversaw effective disposal of construction waste and implemented programs to increase use of recycled materials.
• Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.
• Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
• Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
• Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
• Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
• Collaborated with structural engineers to evaluate structural integrity of projects.
• Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.

• Montana based concrete contractor specializing in structural concrete and heavy civil projects.
• Bid preparation and site management to include: oversight of employees, equipment operations, cost and timeline compliance
• Scheduled site inspections
• Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
• Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
• Heavy equipment operation
• Concrete Form setter/Concrete finisher laborer as needed to ensure successful job completion
• Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
• Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
• Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
• Oversaw selection, procurement and allocation of building materials and equipment.
• Participated in project budget and cost control measures, tracking progress and making necessary financial adjustments to meet company goals.