Ryan Pitts
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Results-driven Construction Management Professional with 15+ years of progressive leadership across residential, commercial, and governmental projects totaling multi-million-dollar portfolios. Provisional Licensed Building Plans Examiner and Commercial Building Inspector with expertise in code compliance, plan review, field operations, electrical systems, and team leadership. Proven ability to manage large-scale projects, ensure regulatory adherence, and deliver on time and within budget.
Creative project manager with eye for detail and passion for crafting stories. Skilled in utilizing new techniques and keeping up with latest trends in writing.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Plan Reviewer
Lee County Board of County Commissioners
11.2023 - Current
- Review and approve residential, commercial, and multi-family plans for compliance with Florida Building Code and local regulations.
- Evaluate rezoning, subdivision, and special use applications; provide recommendations to stakeholders.
- Draft clear deficiency reports to streamline revisions and approvals.
- Lead plan review discussions to resolve issues efficiently.
- Maintain accurate records in electronic permitting systems.
Field Manager II
PulteGroup (Pulte Centex Homes)
03.2019 - 11.2023
- Manage 20–25 concurrent residential construction projects with portfolio value of $7m–$18m+
- Coordinate subcontractors, schedules, inspections, and change orders.
- Serve as primary homeowner contact, ensuring high satisfaction.
- Enforce OSHA safety standards across multiple job sites.
- Negotiate vendors and manage materials to control costs and avoid delays.
- Developed project schedules, coordinating with subcontractors to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing construction delays.
Commercial Manager
Seabreeze Electric
07.2014 - 03.2019
- Managed full lifecycle of commercial electrical projects from estimating through completion.
- Supervised crews and coordinated with contractors and engineers.
- Installed and programmed advanced lighting control systems.
- Conducted final inspections to ensure compliance and client satisfaction.
- Led cross-functional teams to drive project execution and improve overall operational performance.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, enhancing cost savings while ensuring quality standards.
Lead Electrician
Total Electric
01.2008 - 07.2014
- Led electrical teams on residential and commercial installations.
- Interpreted blueprints and ensured NEC/code compliance.
- Maintained jobsite safety and managed field changes.
- Trained and mentored junior electricians.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Management & Information Technology
Florida International University
Fort Myers, FL01.2010
Skills
- Construction Project Management & Portfolio Oversight
- Florida Building Code Compliance, Permitting & Zoning
- Plans Examination & Commercial Building Inspection
- OSHA Safety Compliance & Multi-Site Management
- Electrical Systems Installation & Programming
- Blueprint Reading & Plan Review
- Subcontractor & Vendor Management
- Change Order & Cost Control
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Client & Stakeholder Relations
- Proofreading
- Email communication
Certification
- Provisional Building Plans Examiner License – Florida DBPR
- Provisional Commercial Building Inspector License – Florida DBPR
Timeline
Plan Reviewer
Lee County Board of County Commissioners
11.2023 - Current
Field Manager II
PulteGroup (Pulte Centex Homes)
03.2019 - 11.2023
Commercial Manager
Seabreeze Electric
07.2014 - 03.2019
Lead Electrician
Total Electric
01.2008 - 07.2014
High School Diploma - Business Management & Information Technology
Florida International University