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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Related Field Experience
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Richard fx Pizzuta

Cranford

Summary

Dynamic general contracting owner with nearly 20 years of experience. Skilled in fostering client relationships and leading diverse teams. Adept at value engineering and financial management, driving project success and operational efficiency. Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

FLP Associates LLC
Cranford
02.2006 - Current
  • Operated General Contracting business for nearly 20 years, leveraging over 35 years of construction expertise.
  • Focused on high-end construction and renovations for new homes and additions.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budgetary constraints.
  • Negotiated property developments, enhancing project portfolios and fostering client relationships.
  • Acquired architects and engineers to provide comprehensive design solutions for clients.
  • Conducted value engineering on plans to maximize cost savings.
  • Prepared schedules, estimates, bids, invoices, change orders, and contracts with precision.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure excellence across all projects.
  • Managed daily operations and resources for diverse client projects.
  • Coordinated communication between clients and team members for project updates.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management for various initiatives.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges.
  • Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on best practices and processes.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
  • Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.

Carpenter/ Mason

01.1992 - Current
  • Executed diverse carpentry projects encompassing rough to custom finish millwork, drywall installation, and acoustic ceiling construction.

Vice President of Operations (Now Silent Partner)

Striker Realty
Linden & Toms River
01.2001 - 12.2010
  • Established Real Estate Company in 2001, fostering a family-oriented agency culture.
  • Oversaw property management teams to ensure daily operations and tenant satisfaction.
  • Developed operational strategies for real estate management and investment initiatives.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced service delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Managed vendor relationships, optimizing contracts and reducing operational expenses.
  • Identified cost-reduction opportunities and improved efficiencies across operations.
  • Directed staff on operational processes through policy and procedure implementation.
  • Created unique incentive programs and referral benefits for agents, promoting retention.

Senior Project Manager

Dimensional Dynamic Inc.
Whippany
12.1997 - 12.2009
  • Directed all facets of construction projects valued between $1 million and $5 million from planning to completion.
  • Supervised daily scheduling for over 10 carpenters and subcontractors across multiple projects.
  • Prepared accurate bid packages, ensuring thorough proposal analysis and material ordering.
  • Oversaw project coordinators and field supervisors to maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Conducted quantity takeoffs and verified subcontractor proposals against contract documents.
  • Facilitated weekly on-site project coordination meetings for effective communication.
  • Managed interactions with architects, engineers, and owners to align project goals and timelines.
  • Established contracts and processed permits, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Estimator

Cogent Construction
Morristown
01.1999 - 12.2005
  • Engaged consultant for takeoffs on masonry and concrete projects valued from $1 to $10 million.
  • Created trade-specific spreadsheets to streamline project analysis.
  • Delivered precise quantity takeoffs for concrete, masonry, and reinforcing bars on various projects.
  • Prepared labor takeoffs by evaluating quantities and field conditions for material placement.
  • Analyzed project specifications to develop accurate cost estimates.
  • Collaborated with project managers to assess material and labor needs effectively.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings to identify potential issues.

Assistant Carpenter

01.1989 - 12.1991
  • Responsible for assisting carpenters with layout and erection of walls and rafters.

Laborer

01.1987 - 12.1989
  • Responsibilities included demolition of projects and maintaining site cleanliness.

Education

Licensed Real Estate Agent -

In Referral
01.2024

RCS NJ State Building Inspector License -

State Of NJ
01-2021

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark
12.1997

Bachelor of Science - Architecture, in continuum, minor

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark
12.1997

Skills

  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Project management and budgeting
  • Contract negotiation and vendor management
  • Construction safety compliance
  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • Effective communication skills
  • Problem solving and value engineering
  • Client service and partnership development
  • Word proficiency
  • OnScreen Take off
  • Ability to learn new programs effeciently

Certification

  • Licensed Real Estate Agent, since 2001, In Referral, Current
  • RCS NJ State Building Inspector License since 2021, Current

References

References can be forwarded upon request, to personal, professional, past employees and clients.

Related Field Experience

  • Laborer, 01/01/87, 01/01/89, Responsibilities included demolition of projects and maintaining site cleanliness.
  • Assistant Carpenter, 01/01/89, 01/01/91, Assisted carpenters with layout and erection of walls and rafters.
  • Carpenter/Mason, 01/01/92, Present, Performed numerous carpentry projects from rough to custom finish millwork.

Timeline

Owner

FLP Associates LLC
02.2006 - Current

Vice President of Operations (Now Silent Partner)

Striker Realty
01.2001 - 12.2010

Estimator

Cogent Construction
01.1999 - 12.2005

Senior Project Manager

Dimensional Dynamic Inc.
12.1997 - 12.2009

Carpenter/ Mason

01.1992 - Current

Assistant Carpenter

01.1989 - 12.1991

Laborer

01.1987 - 12.1989

Licensed Real Estate Agent -

In Referral

RCS NJ State Building Inspector License -

State Of NJ

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Architecture, in continuum, minor

New Jersey Institute of Technology
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