Robby Nolen
Managing Consultant
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Driven, natural leader with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for hands-on application to business development, construction project management and team engagement. Proven success in a variety of roles with increasing levels of responsibilities in the construction and project management fields. Takes challenges head on with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Looking to integrate knowledge and experience with an organization to grow professionally and personally while learning new skills and techniques in a challenging environment. Passionate about fields such as renewable energy the technological advances to benefit long-term sustainable infrastructure.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Managing Member
Twin Gecko Consulting LLC Formerly Twin Gecko, LP
01.2004 - Current
- Perform hands-on management with clients through custom design-build process
- • General Contractor and Project Manager focused on the custom design-build process for commercial, residential, NPO, and multi-family projects in the private sector.
• Planning, budgeting, estimation, bidding, coordination and execution of ground up builds, interior demolition, reconstruction, site work, structural demolition, material handling, haul-off, and waste removal projects.
• Preparation of subcontractor bid packages, material procurement, plan review and project estimation.
• Conduct pre-construction, status and quality control conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
Managing Member
Skydan Investments LLC
01.2022 - Current
- • Owner and operator of real estate investment and property management company focused on identifying, acquiring, managing and maintaining residential and commercial properties for portfolio of assets.
• Collaborate with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Manage Subcontractor RFPs and vendor AP process.
Emergency Response Logistic and Supply Coordinator
LCMS Texas District
08.2018 - 06.2022
- • Managed multi-state disaster relief efforts including the coordination of equipment staging and deployment of volunteers.
• Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies on the planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
• Managed disaster site construction.
• Provided oversite of operations and logistics of over 110,000 volunteer hours spanning multiple sites.
Sales Manager
DRC
11.2017 - 09.2019
- Identified opportunities for growth and collaborated with sales teams to reach sales goal targets. $1MM - $6MM
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Developed innovative marketing campaigns to increase engagement with target demographic and drive brand exposure.
- Individual $1 Million in sales in less than 11 months.
Vice President-Regional Director
Advisors Asset Management, Inc
12.2010 - 09.2017
- Managed 2 teams of 15+ financial consultants located in-house and remotely working closely with licensed financial advisors through independent BD/RIA channels
- Traveling company representative chosen to speak on various topics at national conferences and events
- Developed sales techniques and marketing campaigns to incorporate into weekly training and accountability meetings
- Hired, trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new programs
- Ranked #1 out of 30+ sales representatives in division including surpassing annual quota of 125% growth YOY of $800MM
Managing Partner
Zachary Environmental Services, LP
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Formed Partnership and created company framework
- Logistics management of company disaster relief and emergency response
- Managed day-to-day operations including locating and bidding RFPs
- Procured and maintained contract portfolios
- Generated over $4.5 million in revenue in first 6 months of operation
- Create project schedules for equipment deployment of all construction activities
Project Manager
CCNG Inc
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Site management of $400MM new multi-use development project
- Oversite of vendor installations and subcontractor activities
- Developed quarterly progress presentations to executive board identifying key areas for cost reduction and process improvement
- Served on design review committee
- Managed and trained a team of 10 members
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management And Technology
01.2024 - Current
· (Returning) Continuing Education
· ACAD Design, Construction Management, Scheduling, Budgeting, Commercial Construction
· Construction Systems and Materials, Forecasting, Contract Review
- Member of Alpha Sigma Lambda - Tau Beta Chapter Honor Society
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
- Continuing Education
- Relevant Coursework: Project Management, Construction Management & Accounting
- Relevant Coursework: AutoCAD Design
- Relevant Coursework: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Engineering Mechanics
- Completed AP course in Advanced Engineering Mechanics
- Ranked 3rd in class
Skills
- Project Management & Business Oversight (15 yrs)
- Complex Problem Solving Skills & Providing Results Driven Solution Options (15 yrs)
- Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management (15 yrs)
- Site Inspection and Land Management (10 yrs)
- Subcontractor Management (12 yrs)
- Construction Scheduling and Budgeting (12 yrs)
- Plan Review and Permitting (12 yrs)
- Business Development & Strategic Planning (10 yrs)
- Effective Communicator & Public Speaker; Company Presentations & Discussion Boards (15 yrs)
- B2B Sales and Territory Management (10 yrs)
- Management Team Leadership & Training (10 yrs)
- Previous FINRA Licenses Held- 66,7,24
- FAA Remote Pilot Unmanned Aircraft License
- ACAD, Salesforce, ProCore, AGILE, MS Suite
- Currently pursuing CAPM & PMP Certifications
Timeline
Texas State University - Bachelor of Science, Construction Management And Technology
01.2024 - Current
Managing Member - Skydan Investments LLC
01.2022 - Current
Emergency Response Logistic and Supply Coordinator - LCMS Texas District
08.2018 - 06.2022
Sales Manager - DRC
11.2017 - 09.2019
Vice President-Regional Director - Advisors Asset Management, Inc
12.2010 - 09.2017
Managing Partner - Zachary Environmental Services, LP
01.2005 - 01.2007
Managing Member - Twin Gecko Consulting LLC Formerly Twin Gecko, LP
01.2004 - Current
Project Manager - CCNG Inc
01.2001 - 01.2005
The University of Texas At San Antonio - Some College (No Degree), Mechanical Engineering
Costal Bend College - Some College (No Degree), Advanced Engineering Mechanics
NPO/Volunteer Activities
- Ongoing management, distribution, and oversight of emergency response donation materials and supplies
- Volunteer High School Football Coach
- Project and Donation Distribution - Soldiers Angels
- Lutheran High School & Concordia Lutheran School Auction Committee
- HOA Board Member
References
President at Kash Coffee - Scott Kash
As a contractor, Robbie support and managed the complete construction project (site prep, modular building installation, utilities connect and final close out. This included all permitting
HOA treasurer at Sonoma - Stephen Garcia
Robby and I both served on an HOA board and he was very knowledgeable regarding construction/rebuilds. He has done numerous projects for individuals in the neighborhood, and is always receiving high praise on his projects
President at ALC Concrete, LLC - Edmund B Huber
Robby has always been great to work with.
Vice President at Jcr - william stokes
Robby would be a great asset to any organization
*Additional references available on request
NPO/Volunteer Activities
- Ongoing management, distribution, and oversight of emergency response donation materials and supplies with various NPO's
- Volunteer High School Football Coach
- Project & Donation Distribution - Soldiers Angels
- Lutheran High School & Concordia Lutheran School Auction Committee
- HOA Board Member
- Hope in the Margins - Board of Directors
References
*References available on request
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