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SEAN McGINLEY

Leesburg,VA

Summary

Strategic Regional Director recognized for enhancing productivity and achieving operational efficiency. Expertise in operational leadership, financial management, and market expansion. Proven ability to communicate effectively, solve complex problems, and adapt to changing environments, driving team performance and organizational success. Demonstrated success at Luxury Home Builders in the Mid-Atlantic, leading to significant sales growth through innovative design and operational strategies.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Director of Architecture: DC Metro

Toll Brothers Homes
05.2019 - Current
  • Orchestrate startup of Regional and Divisional Architectural Business Partners for DC Metro Region.
  • Oversee design, implementation, and quality assurance for Architectural and Operational aspects across D.C., Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia divisions in DC Metro Region.
  • Integrates designs from various architectural styles tailored to specific regions and house types.
  • Oversaw development of active adult residences, including condos, duplexes, carriage homes, townhomes, and single-family luxury estates.
  • Implemented strategies across multiple states and regions for Toll Corporation over six years.
  • Established operational processes and procedures for all Architectural, Engineering, and construction relations across DC Metro Region.
  • Manage group comprising thirty to forty Architects, Architectural Designers, and Architectural Project Managers.
  • Collaborate directly with CEO, Regional Presidents, and Divisional Presidents on emerging design trends and innovative designs for all new communities
  • Coordinated with local governments on zoning and permit approvals for new projects.
  • Managed budgets and resources to support project delivery and operational needs.

Director of Architecture: Mid Atlantic Division

K. Hovnanian Homes
01.2013 - 05.2019
  • Spearheaded design, implementation, and quality assurance of CDs for D.C., Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia divisions.
  • Employs architectural management and design principles tailored to various architectural styles for distinct regions and house types. Including active adult, condo (2 over 2 and podium style), duplex, villa, townhomes, and single family homes (value and first time home buyer thru luxury estate homes).
  • Directed design efforts for innovative home concepts in Mid-Atlantic Region, resulting in 40% sales growth in just 3 years.
  • Manage a team of 10 total Architects, Architectural Designers, and Architectural Project Managers.
  • Work directly with CEO, Regional Presidents, and Divisional Presidents on new design trends and new designs for all new communities.
  • Set new design and standardization guidelines for Corporate and Mid-Atlantic Architecture.
  • Managed all construction and permit issues with various departments and trades throughout the entire Mid Atlantic area.
  • Cut Mid Atlantic Architectural expenses by 40% within a three-year timeframe.
  • Optimized efficiency, shortening timeline from design to construction documents completion by 2 months per project.
  • Earned the Employee of the Year Award in 2017.

Architectural and Operations Manager

Stanley Martin Custom Homes
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Responsible for the design of Architecture and Site Plans, construction drawings implementation, and structural coordination for all company’s custom single-family homes.
  • Guided and provided sketches and designs to homeowners on all aspects of their home and site conditions.
  • Directed back office team in executing startup tasks, ranging from permitting process through excavation of home.
  • Managed architectural and structural design functions across all homes, assuming responsibility as Operations Manager
  • Aided in 30-32 home sales each year ranging from 3000 s.f. to over 10,000 s.f., including multiple green home choice projects in Arlington County.
  • Managed the team of drafters, team of structural engineers, and team of site engineers.
  • Liaison between sales associate, client, and field project managers, as a resource for design implantation and construction/sales questions.
  • Supervised back office team, optimizing performance across all operational dimensions of business.
  • Executed deconstruction and demolition across multiple sites, minimizing disruptions to operations.
    Coordinated utility disconnections to support adherence to project timelines.
  • Secured necessary permits for deconstruction activities, maintaining regulatory adherence.
    Oversaw move-out operations, guaranteeing organized and efficient transitions.
  • Managed all construction issues with homeowners and project managers.
  • Developed comprehensive understanding of jurisdictional permit processes within departments such as Montgomery County, Maryland, Arlington, Fairfax, City of Fairfax, Town of Vienna, City of Falls Church, Alexandria, and Loudoun County.
  • Supported procurement and contract negotiations for multiple projects and detailed design assemblies

Architectural Coordinator

Stanley Martin Homes
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Responsible for design and construction documents for townhomes and single-family residences.
  • Lead outsourced Architects in design, standards, code and regulations, permitting, and scheduling, with specific tasks being:
  • Supervised outsourced Architectural Firms.
  • Elevated sales by 8% annually while sustaining profit margins during recent market downturn through development of homes featuring smaller footprints and reduced costs, enhancing livable space and amenities
  • Eliminated overtime in the Architectural Department while maintaining multiple projects and hitting scheduled deadlines.
  • Resolved complex construction challenges, minimizing costs associated with construction documentation, warranty, engineering, and county inspection issues across multiple jurisdictions in Virginia and Maryland.
  • Developed numerous construction plans, including structural plans, utilizing platforms from AutoCAD 2000 to ADT 2012.
  • Earned the Stanley Martin Employee of the Year in 2008.

Construction Superintendent

Stanley Martin Homes
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Managed townhouse and single-family home construction within D.C. suburbia, engaging with diverse trade partners and skilled labor from numerous construction fields.
  • Supervised the construction of over 200 townhomes and more than 400 single-family homes.
  • Responsible for on-site direction and supervision of 80 to 200 subcontracted tradesmen and multiple county inspectors.
  • Managed County, Trade, Zoning, and Health Department inspections.
  • Worked closely with the Sales team and homeowners throughout the construction process.
  • Delivered an above “A” house score card rating from new homeowners.
  • Conducted multiple homeowner orientations and walkthroughs.
  • Trained warranty managers on homeowner orientation techniques to enable production team focus on reducing cycle time in construction process
  • Promoted 3 times in 2 years, from Jr. Assistant Superintendent to Project Manager.
  • Earned the Stanley Martin Customer Satisfaction Award in 2006.
  • Earned the Stanley Martin Customer Satisfaction Award in 2005.

Education

BA - Fine Arts/ Architecture

Longwood University
Farmville, VA
01.2003

Skills

  • AutoCAD and ADT 2021
  • Bluebeam Revu and DWF Viewer
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Windows and Mac Operating systems expertise
  • Project Scheduling Suites
  • Mitek Systems Sapphire Build
  • Zoom and Teams proficiency
  • 2021 / 2023 IRC, IBC, IECC, and NEC compliance

Certification

  • Private Pilots License

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Year

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Director of Architecture: DC Metro

Toll Brothers Homes
05.2019 - Current

Director of Architecture: Mid Atlantic Division

K. Hovnanian Homes
01.2013 - 05.2019

Architectural and Operations Manager

Stanley Martin Custom Homes
01.2011 - 01.2013

Architectural Coordinator

Stanley Martin Homes
01.2006 - 01.2011

Construction Superintendent

Stanley Martin Homes
01.2004 - 01.2006

BA - Fine Arts/ Architecture

Longwood University

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