Experienced with business strategy, financial oversight, and team leadership. Utilizes effective communication and negotiation skills to foster partnerships and drive success. Track record of optimizing operational processes and enhancing organizational performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Joint Venture Partner
Republic Concrete LLC
03.2023 - Current
Commercial Shell contracts throughout Central Florida on commercial and multifamily projects for top ENR General Contractors.
Joint ventures included several commercial retail buildings and two multi-family shell projects totaling $7 million. Design build management of the post tension concrete slabs and masonry shell completed under budget with value engineering savings totaling $350 thousand dollars.
Business Owner
SFL Construction LLC
05.2016 - Current
SFL Construction is a commercial/multifamily contractor that specializes in post tension construction averaging over 1 million square feet per year.
Developed business from the ground up achieving top industry gross sales in the first year. Boosted revenue with innovative, results-driven sales strategies and solid industry partnerships developed in the industry for over 30 years. Adapted to changing business conditions and market demands, tracking trends and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.
Achieved budget targets with effective expense controls and careful monitoring of contractor work.
Business Owner
Steve Riddle Consulting LLC
02.2009 - Current
Steve Riddle Consulting offers construction management, project development and litigation to developers, architects and contractors providing solutions to construction problems.
Transformed internal structure to meet changing operational demands for clients. Improved organizational efficiency with clear responsibilities, policies and cross- functional procedures to provide clients the knowledge and procedures needed to execute their project needs.
Planned and executed strategies to increase business and drive profit growth for clients.
Senior Project Manager
Telesco Construction
05.2023 - 08.2024
Telesco Construction, a commercial builder based in Miami, Florida, has been responsible for many of Miami's most notable projects, including the Miami Heat Arena, Club E11even, and multiple hotels and high-rise buildings.
As the Senior Project Manager, my responsibilities included overseeing project managers, project engineers, superintendents, and project coordinators involved in the construction of a $15 million sound studio in Wynwood and a $35 million midrise Tesla building in downtown Miami.
Managing Member
KMM Construction LLC
01.2013 - 05.2016
KMM Construction partnered with a national multifamily developer as a preferred vendor to construct concrete slabs for over 20 new developments throughout the United States averaging $7 million gross sales per year.
Planned and executed strategies to increase business and drive profit growth averaging 28% margins per development. Developed talent from within to build a cohesive and successful leadership team which included employees, vendors and subcontractors.
Prepared schedules and assignments to meet short and long term business demands. Controlled labor and vendor costs by streamlining workflows based on expected demands and creating strong mutually beneficial relationships.
Senior Project Manager
Dooley & Mack Constructors
02.2003 - 12.2009
Dooley & Mack Constructors was an innovative expansive general contractor found on the top 100 ENR capable of building all types of commercial projects ranging from medical, commercial buildings, retirement communities, hospitality, multifamily and government.
Handled project planning work to lay a strong foundation for success, including preparing contracts, schedules and deliverables information. Mentored team members and guided best practices for optimal project progress. Managed changes expertly by gathering requirements, adjusting plans and monitoring completion.
Facilitated project success, assigning well qualified team members and effectively allocating all labor. Administered project finances with effective expense controls and tracking abilities. Supervised $60 million gross per year on simultaneous projects with effective multitasking, organizational and prioritization skills.
Education
MBA - Business
FIU
Miami, FL
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
UNCC
Charlotte, NC
Skills
PTI- Post tension concrete certified
Procore management software
Suretrack / Microsoft / Primavera scheduling softwares
AutoCad software
General Contractor qualifier NC 2000-2002
OSHA and First Aid certification
Equipment Operator certification
Dale Carnegie Training
Mission Control management training
Wake up Warrior training system for the modern married businessmen
Operations management
Construction Background
1988-2005
Wood Framing, Roofing and Concrete Foreman 1988-1995
Residential and Commercial Superintendent 1992-1996
Commercial Project Manager 1996-2000
Began as a laborer in the construction industry at the age of 16, receiving hands-on training. Continued to work in the construction industry throughout college and eventually became one of the youngest project managers in Charlotte, NC. During this time, worked on over $500 million in cumulative projects. Grew up in the construction industry, learning all trades and obtaining management training in the field and in college. Excelled in managing and buyout procedures by having a working understanding of all 16 divisions of construction. Became a construction business owner at 27 years old and a construction consultant by 33 years old. Complete construction knowledge, encompassing labor, management, design, build, finance, contract law, material procurement, construction economics, construction law, and closeout.
AA Economics
May 1995
University of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
BAS Business Management
January 2011
Palm Beach State University, Palm Beach, FL
MBA Business
January 2023
Florida International University, Miami, FL
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Telesco Construction
05.2023 - 08.2024
Joint Venture Partner
Republic Concrete LLC
03.2023 - Current
Business Owner
SFL Construction LLC
05.2016 - Current
Managing Member
KMM Construction LLC
01.2013 - 05.2016
Business Owner
Steve Riddle Consulting LLC
02.2009 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Dooley & Mack Constructors
02.2003 - 12.2009
MBA - Business
FIU
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management