Robert Chapman
Royal Oak
Summary
Dynamic project manager with a proven track record at SJR Pavement Repair and In-Line Construction, excelling in construction estimating and relationship management. Achieved record sales while overseeing complex projects, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and strategic planning. Adept at leading teams and driving results, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes in diverse construction environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Minority Owner and Managing Partner
SJR Pavement Repair
Warren
02.1999 - Current
- I personally found the contracts and estimated the work, and then worked and also managed the crews.
- We also did work at commercial, industrial, and residential customer properties.
- I would meet with potential customers to give them my recommendations for the types of repairs that we offer.
- I would oversee all of the sales and daily operations within the company.
- Some of my accomplishments include setting a company sales record and consistently maintaining average annual sales of above the past sales record.
- I have managed my municipal contracts for both road and parking lot repair.
- These contracts typically involve bonding and often involve Davis Bacon pay.
- SJR is a family-owned pavement repair and maintenance company that specializes in city and county contracts for road repairs like spray-injection asphalt, hot rubber crack filler, mastic repairs, and concrete repairs.
Project Manager
In-Line Construction
Warren
01.1994 - Current
- I personally worked to bring in new jobs and manage those jobs from estimating through to completion.
- I would often be the first contact the customer would meet in the sales process, and I would work with our crews through to the completion of the project.
- I would identify and prepare a scope of work for the entire project and handle the purchasing of materials and the scheduling of the job.
- I started working in the field as a laborer and worked my way up in multiple types of construction fields.
- I worked in our carpentry division, concrete division, and site division.
- I have also worked in the office.
- Some of our projects have included being the general contractor for Taco Bell and McDonald's complete teardown and rebuild renovations to remodels.
- I have worked on large industrial projects and also smaller residential projects.
Carpenter
Stelar Building and Development
Hazel Park
01.2008 - 01.2011
- I was a carpenter for this company.
- We mostly did grocery store remodels.
- I would safely pick up and deliver materials to the job site and then do the necessary work to demo and install the new materials needed for the renovation.
- I often lead a small crew of carpenters and laborers to complete these projects.
Server/Waiter
Great Lakes Shipping Co.
Kalamazoo
01.2001 - 01.2003
- When I was in college, I worked as a dishwasher, then a busboy, then a server at this restaurant.
- I ultimately was the person who, at the time, had moved up to become the server the fastest in the company.
- My attention to detail and hard work set me apart.
- I was very personable with the customers and often got to show off my sales abilities by upselling wine and desserts or adding on from our menu.
- It was a nice restaurant, so I was able to make enough money to help me pay for college.
Education
Business - Some College
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI01.2002
High school diploma -
Royal Oak High School
Royal Oak, MI01.1999
Skills
- Project management and development
- Account and relationship management
- Construction estimating and remodeling
- Sales and pricing strategies
- Research and strategic planning
- Outside sales and marketing
- Budgeting and financial oversight
- Branding and communication skills
- Negotiation and carpentry
- Human resources management
- Contract negotiation
- Construction scheduling
Certification
- Michigan builders license, 2020 to 2027, Residential builders license in the state of Michigan.
- Driver's License
Affiliations
Volunteer Coach for Clawson Mavericks youth football organizationfor 13 years.Volunteer coach for multiple sports, including wrestling, baseball, and basketball.
I enjoy being physically active and taking care of both my body and mind.
Enjoy traveling with my family as a single father of 3, I try to spend time with my kids experiencing new and fun adventures.
I enjoy being physically active and taking care of both my body and mind.
Enjoy traveling with my family as a single father of 3, I try to spend time with my kids experiencing new and fun adventures.
Timeline
Carpenter
Stelar Building and Development
01.2008 - 01.2011
Server/Waiter
Great Lakes Shipping Co.
01.2001 - 01.2003
Minority Owner and Managing Partner
SJR Pavement Repair
02.1999 - Current
Project Manager
In-Line Construction
01.1994 - Current
Business - Some College
Western Michigan University
High school diploma -
Royal Oak High School