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Randy Rickert

Newberg,OR

Summary

Engaging team-builder with experience leading operations and resident experiences for vibrant senior living communities. Skilled at developing and executing initiatives that generate interest and enthusiasm for appropriate parties. Possesses strong communication skills, including active listening and facilitation, to resolve challenges. Focuses on delivering exceptional service and outcomes to residents, communities, investors, and members of the team.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Director of Plant Operations

The Springs Living
01.2019 - Current
  • Effectively led nineteen facilities maintenance and plant operations teams' development and implementation to ensure that all properties are properly maintained and improved with highest quality standards, including but not limited to cleanliness, preventative maintenance protocols, technology optimization, and appropriate monitoring
  • Strategically led and provided coordination and support for onboarding and continued training of community plant operations personnel.
  • Provide coordinated leadership and direction to quality standards, building and safety compliance, efficiency creation, and fiscally responsible decision-making.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Streamlined operations for increased efficiency with process improvements and automation.

Capital Expense Manager

The Springs Living
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • I created a capital expense management system, including the approval process. I also helped create a system to delineate the difference between capital expenditures and operations expenditures.
  • Responsible for evaluating all properties in the portfolio and creating 1, 2, & 5-year capital plans for each property
  • Responsible for assisting & creating the annual capital expense budget for nineteen properties in the portfolio.
  • Created all scopes of work for each project, sent out invitations to bid, evaluated all bids, made contractor recommendations, wrote and executed contracts, performed on-site preconstruction meetings, oversaw all work, issued final acceptance upon project completion
  • Responsible for budgeting, tracking, and paying out all projects.

Project Superintendent

The Springs Living
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Assured proper and consistent construction and maintenance to building interiors, exteriors, and community grounds
  • Duties included construction, installation, bid solicitation, quality assurance, and owner representation
  • Coordinate construction duties and manage certain maintenance requirements for equipment and systems.

President

Rickert Construction Company
04.1998 - 01.2014
  • Primary point of contact on all residential and commercial projects
  • Led the planning, budgeting and direction of all construction projects.
  • Progressive use of technology to prepare detailed drawings and bids for client review.
  • Managed project process to ensure specifications met the project goals and client expectations.
  • Monitored the safety of all construction activities, making on-site personnel safety the top priority.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.

Vice President

McLean & Rickert
04.2007 - 04.2010
  • Planned, directed, and coordinated up to 25 people on a daily basis for residential and commercial projects and subcontractor operations
  • Hired and trained new employees and subcontractors on matters relating to scheduling, layout, and material management
  • Advised and assisted in the resolution of design and coordination conflicts
  • Secured all required permit approvals.

Education

Business Administration

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Architectural Design And Drafting

Portland Community College
Portland, OR

Skills

    • Project Management/Construction Oversight
    • Team Building and Motivation
    • Skilled in Microsoft 365
    • Cost Estimation
    • Collaborative Leadership
      • Well versed in Building Codes
      • Asset Management
      • Construction Documentation
      • Core Values Management
      • Apprentice Mentoring

Timeline

Senior Director of Plant Operations

The Springs Living
01.2019 - Current

Capital Expense Manager

The Springs Living
01.2017 - 01.2019

Project Superintendent

The Springs Living
01.2015 - 01.2017

Vice President

McLean & Rickert
04.2007 - 04.2010

President

Rickert Construction Company
04.1998 - 01.2014

Business Administration

University of Oregon

Architectural Design And Drafting

Portland Community College
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