Shawn Lyons
Fairburn,SD
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with over 15 years of construction leadership, delivering federal and commercial projects on time and within budget. Experience includes a diverse range of projects such as roads, irrigation, pharmacy and dental remodels, roofing, siding, tuckpointing, cemetery headstone realignment, and asbestos abatement. Proficient in process improvement, value engineering, vendor negotiation, and subcontractor management to optimize constructability, reduce costs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in mentoring construction teams and aligning stakeholders through milestone-driven coordination fosters a culture of continuous improvement that enhances throughput and elevates client satisfaction while driving strategic insights for project excellence and operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Commercial and New Construction
Black Hills Exteriors LLC
Rapid City, SD
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Oversaw project managers, estimators, superintendents, construction project delivery and schedules, ensuring on-time completion and measurable improvements
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to protect margins and produce measurable financial outcomes.
- Negotiated contracts and managed vendors to secure favorable terms and improve procurement reliability.
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation plans reducing schedule and cost exposure.
- Oversaw regulatory compliance and safety programs, maintaining adherence to codes and reducing incidents.
- Applied value engineering and process optimization to lower costs and improve constructability with measurable results.
- Maintained stakeholder and client relationships to secure repeat business and enhance project satisfaction.
- Mentored junior construction leads on project management, scheduling and conflict resolution, improving site leadership and sustaining productivity.
Senior Project Manager
Black Hills Exteriors LLC
Rapid City, SD
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed construction projects from start to finish, coordinating schedules and resources to meet deadlines and client requirements.
- Estimated exterior construction projects and prepared competitive bids to win contracts and align scope with client budgets.
- Directed project delivery to meet timeline and margin targets, producing measurable improvements in budget adherence.
- Coordinated subcontractor workflows and material staging to improve on-site continuity, producing measurable gains in task completion consistency.
- Negotiated contract terms and pricing to secure favorable project margins and reduce payment disputes.
- Vetted subcontractors through qualification checks and performance reviews to ensure quality and reliability on site.
- Trained and coached site supervisors on prioritization and delegation techniques during peak periods to sustain crew productivity and reduce stress-related errors.
Project Manager
GCH Construction
Windsor, CO
05.2011 - 01.2023
- Project management for Federal Projects on VA Hospitals, Air Force Base, National Parks, National Cemeteries, and Federal Buildings.
- Performed both Project Manager and Superintendent responsibilities on federal projects, delivering work on schedule with measurable results.
- Prepared and maintained submittals, RFIs, certified payrolls, subcontract invoicing, schedules, pay applications, change orders, and procurement to ensure compliance and steady progress.
- Led end-to-end construction projects, completing scopes within budget and producing measurable results for stakeholders.
- Developed long-term schedules to anticipate constraints and align milestones, improving handovers and executive visibility.
- Optimized subcontractor onboarding and performance checkpoints to increase accountability and reduce late-stage corrections.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Civil Engineering
South Dakota School of Mines And Technology
Rapid City, SDSkills
- Construction Project management
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Leadership
- Project scheduling
- Schedule management
- Employee development
- Issues resolution
- Contracts
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Bluebeam
- ProCore
- Submittal Exchange
Certification
- ASQC Certification
- Certified Project Manager
- OSHA 30
- Driver's License
Timeline
Director of Commercial and New Construction
Black Hills Exteriors LLC
01.2025 - 04.2026
Senior Project Manager
Black Hills Exteriors LLC
02.2023 - 01.2025
Project Manager
GCH Construction
05.2011 - 01.2023
Bachelor's degree - Civil Engineering
South Dakota School of Mines And Technology