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Robert Kovacs

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Summary

Dedicated and driven Construction Executive with over 35 years experience in owning and operating successful construction and development companies, specializing in residential and light commercial projects. Proven track record of completing multi-million dollar initiatives while ensuring project feasibility and profitability through meticulous cost estimates and comprehensive plan reviews. Expertise in land acquisition, permits, and approvals, coupled with strong skills in construction planning, scheduling, and execution. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance while effectively supervising vendors and trades to deliver exceptional results.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal - President and Owner

Forge Hill Construction Inc.
04.1997 - 03.2025

Acquisition of land, budgeting, approvals, permits, construction through completion. Worked with clients, business owners, architects, engineers, attorneys, developers, real estate agents, building and zoning officials.

  • Developed homes and neighborhoods on spec ranging from 2500 up to 8000 sq. ft.
  • Experience building and renovating multiple restaurants from medium to high-end.
  • Developed an adjacent 5 townhouse community and established the HOA Community plan.
  • Custom built numerous high-end homes up to 11000 sq. ft.
  • Award winning ground up historical renovation of a 300 year old house.
  • Additions & renovations of homes and commercial space.
  • Managed and oversaw several projects simultaneously.
  • Multiple repeat clients.

Managing Principal

Kovacs Enterprises LLC
03.2007 - 07.2017
  • Acquisition of land, site development and construction of a 3 floor 15000 sq. ft. office / medical building with elevator.
  • Retained the property as a rental asset, leased out the suites.
  • Design and custom build out of the suites.
  • Conducted all phases of Property Maintenance and Management.

President

Kovacs Contracting Inc.
1987 - 2018
  • Subcontracting business, performed all phases of carpentry work including concrete forms, framing, cabinet installations, interior and exterior trim work.
  • Managed a team of employees and subcontractors.
  • Reviewed construction blueprints and plans, prepared quotations, bids, and material take offs, ordered materials and coordinated supply deliveries.
  • Layout of building on site as per Engineer's specifications.
  • Managed Project budgets and completion time.
  • Ensured safety and compliance with all standard operating procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Montville High School
Montville NJ

Skills

  • Organizational Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Cost Estimation
  • Business Planning
  • Operations Oversight
  • Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
  • Financial Management - budgeting and cost control
  • Contract Management
  • Business Administration
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operational Excellence

Timeline

Managing Principal

Kovacs Enterprises LLC
03.2007 - 07.2017

Principal - President and Owner

Forge Hill Construction Inc.
04.1997 - 03.2025

President

Kovacs Contracting Inc.
1987 - 2018

High School Diploma -

Montville High School
Robert Kovacs