Robert Hunter
Poplar Bluff,MO
Summary
Highly motivated professional with 30+ 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.
Seasoned Small Business Owner with 20+ years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals.
Entrepreneurial Owner with experience and solid history of business success. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Manager of Operations
Hunter Construction
Poplar Bluff , MO
2021.06 - Current
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
- Analyzed blueprints, specifications and other technical documents to identify potential problems or conflicts.
- Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
- Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
- Prepared bids on upcoming projects based on estimated costs for labor, materials and equipment usage.
- Ensured adherence to local building ordinances by reviewing plans prior to beginning work on each project.
- Provided guidance to workers regarding safe operating procedures when using machinery or tools.
- Investigated complaints from clients or members of the public about projects under construction.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors and subcontractors for accuracy before authorizing payment.
- Maintained records of completed jobs including time spent on tasks, materials used and expenses incurred.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Manger of Operations
Rick Shipman Construction
Dexter , MO
2016.10 - 2021.06
- Directed the operations and logistics of a multi-million dollar business.
- Provided leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and supervisors.
- Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
- Coordinated activities between different departments to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Maintained budgeting documents for accurate tracking of expenses.
- Reviewed contracts with vendors to ensure compliance with regulations and terms and conditions.
- Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Developed training programs for new employees as well as existing staff members.
- Resolved customer service issues in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated meetings with key stakeholders to discuss progress towards objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers ensuring best value pricing options were secured.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Established operational guidelines and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Recognized employees for demonstrating excellent service resulting in increased company morale.
- Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
- Developed and maintained client relationships to grow business and improve account retention.
- Oversaw personnel by commending or initiating promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures.
- Successfully improved employment turnover through creating incentive and training programs.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
Oak Grove, MO1983-05
Skills
- Labor Relations
- KPI Management
- Budget Administration
- Business Management
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Owner/Manager of Operations
Hunter Construction
2021.06 - Current
Manger of Operations
Rick Shipman Construction
2016.10 - 2021.06
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
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