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Thomas Despain

Prescott,AZ

Summary

Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.


Knowledgeable on all aspects of residential construction including BTR, production homes, custom homes and manufactured homes.


Experienced Regional Director of Operations proficient in managing multiple BTR operations with exceptional team supervision, project coordination and analytical problem-solving skills. Optimizes resource use to achieve challenging targets. Diplomatic in resolving disputes and coordinating diverse teams.



Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director of Operations

Mosaic Construction Services
04.2022 - Current
  • Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
  • Set team and individual KPIs and provided regular, actionable feedback.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives on multiple BTR sites across northern Arizona.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Area Manager

Dorn Homes
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Directed workforce planning, customer retention and customer service management for multiple locations.
  • Dedicated to expanding trade bases by building lasting relationships.
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
  • Located, developed, and promoted talented employees to cultivate collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
  • Supervised 4 subdivisions to enforce high-quality standards of operation.
  • Coordinated with other district managers to actualize performance improvement strategies.

Senior Superintendent

Dorn Homes
09.2017 - 11.2021
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
  • Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by holding monthly toolbox talks.
  • Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating inspections, and trade partner actions.
  • Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Supervisor/Lead Framer, Supervisor/Project Manager

SJ Homes
06.2011 - 09.2017
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Delivered superior customer service in every interaction and skillfully resolved conflicts.
  • Supervised entire production process, from incoming materials and line preparation to quality assurance inspections.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Lead framer on custom home projects.
  • Finish carpenter.

Superintendent

Vista Del Lago
12.1992 - 03.2011

Scheduled sub contractors to complete work.

Scheduled inspection with building inspectors.

Met with homeowners to complete punch list items.

Project manager for three manufactured home subdivisions.

Education

Accounting

Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency and Safety
  • Current Trends
  • Budgetary Reviews
  • Personnel Scheduling
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • Manage Operations
  • Operational Excellence
  • Schedule Oversight
  • Google AdWords

Additional Information

  • SUMMARY HIGHLIGHTS EXPERIENCE EDUCATION

Timeline

Regional Director of Operations

Mosaic Construction Services
04.2022 - Current

Area Manager

Dorn Homes
11.2021 - 03.2022

Senior Superintendent

Dorn Homes
09.2017 - 11.2021

Supervisor/Lead Framer, Supervisor/Project Manager

SJ Homes
06.2011 - 09.2017

Superintendent

Vista Del Lago
12.1992 - 03.2011

Accounting

Yavapai College
Thomas Despain