Patrick Bray
Lake Placid,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented professional brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Torcon USA - Structural Shell Contractors
Ft Myers, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Lead SW Florida operations, managing a team of 15 and overseeing $50 million in revenue.
- Enhanced client retention by 70% and client Acquisition by 60% through improved relationship management and strategic outreach.
- Launched a new commercial construction division, securing multiple multimillion-dollar contracts.
- Improved production efficiency by over 25%, through streamlined scheduling processes.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the operations department.
- Managed daily operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and scheduling.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to operational activities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders as required.
- Provided direction to staff on all aspects of operational processes.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure that established objectives were met or exceeded.
- Collaborated with other departments in order to achieve organizational goals.
- Identified opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies across all areas of operations.
- Established key performance indicators for measuring operational success.
Director of Construction
Christopher Alan Homes
Fort Myers, FL
10.2019 - 06.2023
- Managed a team comprising 15 construction managers and 4 area managers, overseeing all construction phases from permitting to completion for over 700 homes each year.
- Developed and expanded three new markets: North Port, Port Charlotte, and Palm Bay, resulting in a 30% increase in company closings
- Facilitated and directed expansion of construction business by introducing innovative approaches for plan conception and execution
- Drove a significant improvement of 40% in warranty times and achieved a 30% reduction in warranty costs through the implementation of effective training programs and process optimization.
- Developed and managed construction budgets.
- Created and enforced safety regulations to ensure a safe work environment.
- Oversaw the bidding process for subcontractors and vendors.
- Directed the selection, training, and supervision of personnel involved in construction projects.
- Inspected job sites to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Coordinated with architects and engineers to develop plans for construction projects.
- Negotiated contracts with contractors and suppliers for materials needed for construction projects.
- Resolved conflicts between contractors, owners, and other stakeholders on construction projects.
- Reviewed documents such as blueprints, drawings, bids, change orders, invoices, and purchase orders. Related to construction projects.
- Identified potential problems or delays in project completion times and developed strategies to address them.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes on all aspects of assigned projects.
- Prepared reports detailing progress on individual assignments as well as overall project status updates.
- Provided technical advice on design options and cost estimates during pre-construction planning stages.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Regional Construction Manager
LGI Homes
The Woodlands, TX
05.2014 - 10.2019
- Began my time at the company as an entry-level construction service technician. I was then promoted several times to become a regional construction manager.
- Received Florida Division's 2018 Employee of the Year accolade
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership by overseeing and mentoring a diverse group of 6 to 20 individuals, leading to accolades such as multiple construction manager of the year awards.
- Managed and coordinated construction activities of multiple projects in the region.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for all construction sites.
- Reviewed plans and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
- Conducted periodic site visits to monitor progress and compliance with safety protocols.
- Developed three new markets on Florida East coast.
- Directly supervised the finishing process of multiple sales and amenity centers along with community playgrounds.
- Created detailed reports on project status, timelines, budgets, and any potential issues or risks.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for materials, equipment, and services needed for projects.
- Monitored costs associated with each project to ensure adherence to budget constraints.
- Provided guidance and support to staff members assigned to regional construction sites.
- Developed strategies for dealing with unexpected delays or cost overruns during the course of a project.
- Oversaw the hiring process of new employees as well as provided training when needed.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout the duration of each project.
- Scheduled weekly meetings between team members and subcontractors for updates on progress.
- Maintained quality-focused performance benchmarks and schedules when directing project teams.
- Developed and coordinated construction schedules to meet or exceed company goals.
- Coordinated with legal teams to ensure all contracts, permits, and licenses were in place before project commencement.
Program Director - Construction Training
Home Builders Institute NAHB
Washington, DC
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Researched funding opportunities to support program initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans to ensure successful program operations.
- Organized and facilitated team meetings, workshops, and events.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Reviewed existing programs and identified areas of improvement or expansion.
- Monitored performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness of programs.
- Directed staff training on technical aspects of programming activities.
- Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and disciplined personnel.
- Ensured compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed strategies to increase public awareness of the organization's services.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Oversaw administrative support staff to facilitate day-to-day program activities.
- Initiated and set goals for programs according to strategic objectives of organization.
- Collected key program data and analysis to support continuous improvement.
Project Manager
Norms Painting and Drywall LLC
Avon Park, FL
05.2008 - 01.2011
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
High School Teacher
Avon Park High School
Avon Park, FL
08.2005 - 05.2008
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Created and maintained an environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student behavior.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented student progress on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with other teachers, support staff, administrators, and parents in order to ensure successful outcomes for students.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students through small group activities.
- Utilized technology such as multimedia presentations to enhance lessons.
- Instructed classes in accordance with established curricula guidelines.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools such as tests, quizzes, projects.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and other required information in an organized manner.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences when needed to discuss student progress or issues concerning school policies.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to pedagogy or curriculum design.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
MacMurray College
Jacksonville, IL05-2005
Skills
- Capital Spending
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership training
- Operations Oversight
- Purchasing and planning
- Process Improvements
- Value Engineering
- Subcontractor Management
- Workforce Development
- Scheduling and Coordination
- Cost Control
- Stakeholder Communication
- Materials Procurement
- Project Estimation
- Project Close-Out
- Cost Tracking
- Client Relations
- OSHA Compliance
- Job Planning
- Environmental Compliance
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Employee Training
- Safety Auditing
- Permit processing
- Decision-Making
- Production Cost Verification
- Blueprint Updating and Distribution
- Active Listening
- Public Speaking
- Energetic and Positive
- Team building
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Construction quality standards
- Superb management skills
- Subcontractor Relations
- Residential construction specialist
- Budget Development
- Contract Management
- Staff Management
- Skilled in Hypen Solutions, Buildertrend, and ProCore Software
Certification
- OSHA 10 6-21-2011
- Florida Stormwater,Erosion,and Sedimentation Control Inspector - FSESCI # 30704 - 5-2-14
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Torcon USA - Structural Shell Contractors
06.2023 - Current
Director of Construction
Christopher Alan Homes
10.2019 - 06.2023
Regional Construction Manager
LGI Homes
05.2014 - 10.2019
Program Director - Construction Training
Home Builders Institute NAHB
01.2011 - 04.2014
Project Manager
Norms Painting and Drywall LLC
05.2008 - 01.2011
High School Teacher
Avon Park High School
08.2005 - 05.2008
- OSHA 10 6-21-2011
- Florida Stormwater,Erosion,and Sedimentation Control Inspector - FSESCI # 30704 - 5-2-14
Bachelor of Science - Education
MacMurray College
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