MICHAEL G. MURPHY
Summary
Land Development / Sr. Project Manager / Operations / Civil Engineer Accomplished professional with proven leadership engaging public agencies, financial institutions, investors, developers and other consultants to devise and execute winning project execution strategies. Highly analytical, with aptitude for identifying opportunities. Excellent communicator. Proficient at anticipating and eliminating potential obstacles through innovative problem-solving abilities. Adept at identifying risk in design and construction. Highly effective at establishing and cultivating effective relationships to secure project entitlements thru public and municipal approval. Driven Director with experience planning and coordinating all aspects of productions. Proficient in selecting scripts, coordinating writing and supporting directing and editing. Multifaceted leader with talent orchestrating coordination of all records, plans and personnel to accomplish fast-paced work.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
WARE MALCOMB
Pleasanton, California
01.2011 - Current
- Responsible for managing the design, development, and implementation of over 50 projects to their successful conclusion by leading a team of professionals and 3rd party vendors
- Travel extensively in California for dozens of ground-up and remodel commercial projects for clients such as McDonald’s, Orchard Supply Hardware, Great Wolf Lodge, Sutter Health, KLA Schools, Legacy Partners, Steelwave and a large on-line retailer
- Mastered SiteOps site optimization software for use as an effective site selection feasibility and selection tool
- Advanced knowledge of MS project and its application to development and construction schedules
- Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing project needs and requirements
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and workflow of department to meet deadlines
- Read and interpret construction plans from multiple disciplines including architecture and engineering
- Enforce performance and quality standards, improve account collections, replace poor performers, and solidifying client relationships.
Senior VP Asset Management and Development
TRUE LIFE COMMUNITIES, LLC
San Ramon, California
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Successful development and completion of unfinished projects in the Bay Area
- Provided real estate advisory services to Banks with foreclosed and ‘broken’ projects
- Feasibility analysis on dozens of deals over 3 year period
- Facilitated strategic planning.
Senior Project Manager
DR HORTON, INC.
Concord, California
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Obtained Tentative Maps, Final Maps, Development Agreements, CEQA Certifications, Agency Permits, Design Review Approvals, Use Permits, and Subdivision Agreements
- Worked with city staff, elected officials, neighborhood groups, and other stakeholders to overcome organized local resistance
- Communicated the project vision and worked towards a successful outcome
- Created successful political relationships with a willingness to get involved with local community activities
- Instituted robust new project management scheduling format to identify critical paths and to highlight key project milestones.
VP & Operations Manager
DAVID EVANS & ASSOCIATES, INC.
San Ramon, California
01.1996 - 01.2006
- Hired as Engineering Manager in 1996 to lead 12-person engineering department; promoted to executive-level position in 1998
- Overhauled division from net loser to profitable enterprise by enforcing performance and quality standards, improving account collections, replacing poor performers, and solidifying client relationships
- Launched new office in Central Valley that secured 5-year, $8M CALTRANS contract
- Captured $1.5M in average annual personal sales, which included 80% repeat business rate and $300K in sales to new clientele.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering -
San Diego State University
Skills
- Commercial & Residential Land Development
- Site Selection
- Project Management
- Construction
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Contract Administration
- Permit Processing
- Problem Resolution
- CEQA
- Due Diligence
- Budgeting
- Community Relations
- Presentations
- Civil Engineering
Credentials
True, State of California, State of Washington, State of Colorado
Timeline
Director
WARE MALCOMB
01.2011 - Current
Senior VP Asset Management and Development
TRUE LIFE COMMUNITIES, LLC
01.2008 - 01.2011
Senior Project Manager
DR HORTON, INC.
01.2006 - 01.2008
VP & Operations Manager
DAVID EVANS & ASSOCIATES, INC.
01.1996 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering -
San Diego State University
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