MITCHELL HOUCK
Charleston,SC
Summary
Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional knowledge in Building Science and Energy Efficiency. Competent in team development, project implementation, and budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities, and updates clients and partners. Passionate about building design and performance, as well as education and innovation in construction projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Performance Construction Manager
The Sustainability Institute
04.2023 - Current
- Implemented processes for Weatherization per BPI and ANSI/RESNET/ICC 301 standards for Energy Audits and Home Renovation projects.
- Created a Quality Control plan for weatherization projects to ensure project goals were met and work completed was high quality.
- Provided contractor training, community workshops, and education about Building Science and Residential Energy Efficiency to clients, vendors, community, and partners.
- Managed program budgets and set project milestones for energy efficiency projects.
- Technical consultant for commercial certification program Charleston RISES, collaborated with engineers, architects, and project team.
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, leading to efficient collaboration on complex construction projects.
Area Manager- HERS Rater Lead Inspector
Skyetec Quality Built
10.2017 - 04.2023
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion and high accuracy of data collection for all tasks and project.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability as well as individual growth.
- On a regular basis, reviewed team productivity, data collection accuracy, success, and opportunities for improvement with field inspection team.
- Met with clients to provide technical training, and to review protocols, standards, and quantitative statistics of inspections.
- Created technical guides, inspection templates, training resources, and presentations relating to ENERGY STAR, IECC Code compliance, HERS, and LEED programs.
Surveyor
Vivint Solar
03.2015 - 10.2017
- Completed detailed inspections/assessments of homes to ensure compatibility for solar panels: electrical system sizing/location, roof structure for position/weight bearing, GPS coordinates for sun exposure, etc
- Augment the sales team by providing excellent customer service; was the first line of technical service that potential buyers would communicate with
- Performed field calculations to complete assessments.
- Communication effectively with various departments of the company regarding the status of accounts.
- Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency, implementing effective communication and collaboration among team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05.2014
Skills
- Construction management
- Project Management
- Team Building and Leadership
- Reading Blueprints
- Interpretation of Code Compliance and Building Standards
- Best building practices
Certification
- RESNET HERS Rater, 4147991
- BPI Building Analyst, 5071389
- ENERGY STAR certified; Single Family and MFNC
- LEED Green Associate
- CLCP Certification, 25022
- CAPM Project Management Certification
- NGBS Green Verifier
Accomplishments
- Led over 50 Weatherization projects that were all completed within budget and on schedule.
- Provided consultation and technical guidance towards Charleston RISES projects and certification, in total of over 1,000,000 square footage of commerical space.
- Implemented a Quarterly Incentive program as an Area Supervisor that was proven successful and yielded high dividends. This program increased efficiency and productivity and improved data retrieval submission scores.
Activities And Volunteer Work
- Society for the Advancement of Management Club, Fundraiser/ Secretary, 01/01/12, 05/01/12
- Rescue Mission Volunteer, Frostburg, MD, 06/01/12, 08/01/12
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Building Performance Construction Manager
The Sustainability Institute
04.2023 - Current
Area Manager- HERS Rater Lead Inspector
Skyetec Quality Built
10.2017 - 04.2023
Surveyor
Vivint Solar
03.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Frostburg State University
- RESNET HERS Rater, 4147991
- BPI Building Analyst, 5071389
- ENERGY STAR certified; Single Family and MFNC
- LEED Green Associate
- CLCP Certification, 25022
- CAPM Project Management Certification
- NGBS Green Verifier
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