Russell D. Elrod

Accomplished Vice President of Operations at Binkley Construction, adept in Strategic Planning and Leadership Development. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and spearheading financial controls, with a history of managing projects up to $2.4M. Excelled in fostering relationships with contractors and suppliers, ensuring project success and workforce development.

• State of Tennessee Contractor’s License, 01/01/03
• Tennessee Erosion Prevention & Sediment Program Level 1, 01/01/08
• Erosion Control Specialist
• OSHA 10/OSHA 30
• DOT OQ Certified
• First Aid/CPR Certified
• Nuclear Facility Access Approval
• Confined Space Certified
• Haz-Mat Training
• Fire Safety
• Operations Management
• Contract Negotiations
• Safety Compliance

P. Jeffrey Stewart, Prior Southeast Regional Manager, Badger Daylighting Corp., 251-656-4796, 01/10/12, I am writing this letter of reference for Russell 'Rusty' Elrod. I have known Rusty for three years and was his manager until December 2011. I had the privilege of recruiting and hiring Rusty to manage a new start up location in Nashville, TN for a national specialty contracting company. Rusty is responsible for overall operations and business development of the Tennessee market. Under the most adverse conditions, the Nashville floods of 2010 hit right at the kickoff of his startup. Rusty was able to overcome the obstacles of a new business in a new area and capitalized during a disastrous situation providing outstanding service to new customers helping restore those affected by the floods. His managerial skills are exceptional. His keen business acumen and professionalism to both his clients and personnel would make him a great asset to any organization. Rusty is a self starter motivated by setting realistic goals and achieving them. While I was his manager, I asked Rusty to help me with assisting his peers who were less skilled and refined get to them at desired performance levels. Rusty is a 'get it done right the first time guy'. He always made sure his team is operating safely and in accordance with company policies striving for optimal profitability and controlling his operating expenses. Rusty has my strongest recommendation for employment.