Scot Binder
Summary
Construction executive with over 35 years of management experience in the New York City construction market. Extensive background overseeing all aspects of construction operations within the Mechanical Construction Industry, including HVAC, piping, plumbing, sheet metal, and fire suppression, as well as site civil and general construction across infrastructure and building sectors. Experience with Design-Build and Design Bid Build projects. Proven track record in the public and private sector, working with agencies such as NYCSCA, DEP, NYCHA, MTA, DDC, NYC H+H, Port Authority, and Dormitory Authority. Experience primarily with self-performing firms utilizing union labor. Expertise includes full operational oversight: bidding, contract management, procurement, field operations, documentation, claims preparation, safety, quality control, scheduling, cost reporting, negotiations, and project planning. Project experience ranges from service contracts and Job Order Contracts to large-scale projects exceeding $130 million.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Dynamic US, Inc.
2023 - Current
- Oversaw the execution and completion of numerous projects including:
- NYCHA Roosevelt Houses I & II and Cooper Park Houses – Boiler Replacement Program
- SCA PS 130 (Queens) – Boiler Conversion, Climate Control, and Domestic Water Heater Replacement
- SCA PS 97 (Brooklyn) – Boiler Conversion, Climate Control, and Existing Building Work
- NYPA Brooklyn Museum Deep Energy Retrofit
- NYPA 57th St Garage Deep Energy Retrofit
- NYCHA Bronx River Houses – Boiler and Hot Water Heater Replacement
Vice President
Tru-Val Electric
2022 - 2023
- Managed the organization of a non-union electrical contracting company that performed mid-range to large New York City electrical projects.
- Developed managerial protocols to streamline day-to-day operations.
- Implemented document control systems (Procore) to enhance project management.
- Coordinated estimating, purchasing, cost accounting, and project documentation for improved operational efficiency.
Director of Mechanical Operations
WDF Inc.
2017 - 2021
- Managed daily operations of mechanical divisions, including plumbing, steamfitter, sheet metal, fire protection, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Oversaw estimating, purchasing, design, field operations, and safety, contributing to cohesive project execution.
- Implemented systems and processes to improve efficiency and reduce project costs and durations.
- Supervised team of 50+ project managers, estimators, and office support personnel, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
- Managed all phases of project execution.
Skills
- Mechanical (Piping & Sheetmetal)
- General Construction
- Civil
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Central Plant (low & high pressure)
- Transit (rail/surface/airport)
- Power Generation
- Waste Water
- Hard Bid
- Design-Build
- Bid Review
- CPM Scheduling (P6 & Project)
- Job Cost Accounting
- Purchasing
- Contract Generation
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
Training
- NYC SST
- OSHA 30hr.
- SWAC
- Steamfitter
- Local Union 638B (former)
- Carpenter Local Union 608 (former)
Timeline
General Manager
Dynamic US, Inc.
2023 - Current
Vice President
Tru-Val Electric
2022 - 2023
Director of Mechanical Operations
WDF Inc.
2017 - 2021