THOMAS H. LEPPERT
Clover,S.C.
Summary
Experienced professional in Land Development, Entitlements, Acquisition, Construction Management, and Insurance/Risk Management. A proven track record of overseeing projects from inception to completion. Managed teams of 5 to over 170 employees and directed siteworks and land development projects valued between $50-$100+million. Expertise in fostering effective communication(s) among diverse stakeholders, including subcontractors, clients, and government officials, while maintaining a strong focus on risk management and safety. Skilled in navigating complex permitting processes and implementing cost-effective solutions across residential, commercial, and municipal projects.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
DIVISION MANAGER
PRESTIGE LAND AND SITE WORKS, LLC.
Charlotte, North Carolina
07.2024 - Current
- Responsible for the field operations of over 180 employees. Tasks would include daily quantity report review, safety, quality control, quantity billings, production rates, and communications between the crew, subcontractors, municipalities, and state agencies.
- Managed crew operations and assigned tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated with clients to ensure project requirements were met effectively.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline operational processes.
- Monitored division performance against goals, objectives, budgets, plans, programs and initiatives.
LAND DEVELOPMENT MGR./ENTITLEMENTS
PRESTIGE LAND AND SITEWORKS, LLC
Charlotte, North Carolina
05.2021 - 07.2024
- Entitlements, Due Diligence, Engineer Civil Design, Permitting, Easement acquisition, R/W acquisition, Utility allocation, Budgeting, Environmental, Plat, Survey, Construction, Bond Release.
- Led project teams to ensure timely completion of development initiatives.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation for multiple construction projects.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to streamline site operations and communications.
LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MGR
DR HORTON
Charlotte, USA
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Manage Land Development projects, budget, permitting, platting, bond, construction estimating review, manage field operations to record plat, turnover to vertical construction
- Coordinated schedules and resources for multiple ongoing development initiatives.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss progress and resolve project issues promptly.
- Developed project plans outlining scope, timelines, and deliverables for each phase.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations on construction sites consistently.
- Reviewed contractor performance to ensure quality standards met expectations reliably.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
INSURANCE AGENT
FARMERS/HJ SPIER
Indianapolis, USA
02.2011 - 02.2021
- Property and casualty insurance for commercial and residential
- Developed customized insurance policies for clients based on individual needs.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify coverage gaps and opportunities.
- Educated clients on policy terms, coverage options, and claims processes.
- Reviewed policy renewals to ensure continued compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
- Prepared documents such as applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, or other forms required by law or company procedures.
- Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
- Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
PROJECT MANAGER/SUPERINTENDENT
CALLAHAN GRADING
York, USA
04.2015 - 10.2017
- Managed ongoing construction projects.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices and tools.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
CATASTROPHE INSURANCE ADJUSTER
INDEPENDENT
Dallas, Texas
10.2011 - 05.2015
- Extensive travel under Contract with AAA Insurance and USAA writing storm catastrophe/total loss claims.
- On the road 4 - 6 months.
- Assessed property damage for various claims across multiple disaster events.
- Investigated claims to determine coverage and liability based on policy terms.
- Investigated cases involving complex losses and disputed claims.
- Conducted on-site inspections of damaged properties to assess the extent of damage and estimate repair costs.
- Participated in seminars and training sessions related to catastrophe insurance adjusting practices.
- Reviewed policy documents to determine coverage and potential liability for claims.
Rigger
DUKE ENERGY/CATAWBA NUCLEAR STATION
Clover, South Carolina
03.2012 - 03.2012
- Nuclear outage to perform maintenance and nuclear rod replacement.
- Operated rigging equipment to lift and position heavy components safely.
- Collaborated with team members to develop safe lifting plans for various projects.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Set up rigging equipment for use in production sets and stages.
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
PROJECT MANAGER/SUPERINTENDENT
JS CONTRACTORS OF NC
Charlotte, USA
05.2008 - 12.2010
- Responsible for managing entire project(s). Duties include assisting with estimating and then managing the execution of the project.
- Charlotte, NC
- Led project planning and scheduling for residential construction developments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and progress.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
PROJECT MANAGER/PARTNER
LEPPERT INC
Fishers, USA
05.1997 - 05.2008
- Manages multiple teams of laborers in executing multiple site work grading/Storm water projects.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and communication.
- Led project planning and scheduling for multiple initiatives at Leppert Inc.
- Trained junior staff on project management tools and best practices.
- Monitored project progress and adjusted plans as necessary for efficiency.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Education
INSURANCE AGENT/PRODUCER -
PATHFINDERS
Indianapolis, INDIANA, USA01.2013
INSURANCE ADJUSTING -
USS INSURANCE ADJUSTING INSTITUTE
Dallas, Texas, USA01.2011
Bachelor of Communications - Film And Video Production
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Cincinnati, OH05-1998
Associate of Arts -
HOLY CROSS COLLEGE
Notre Dame, IN05-1995
High School Diploma -
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Indianapolis, IN06-1992
Skills
- Project management
- Budgeting
- Compliance monitoring
- Safety management
- Resource allocation
- Land development
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Quality control
- Client coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Operations planning
- Permitting (federal, state, municipal)
- Survey/platting
- Engineering design
- Easement/R/W acquisition
Certification
NOTARY, South Carolina (active)
Timeline
DIVISION MANAGER
PRESTIGE LAND AND SITE WORKS, LLC.
07.2024 - Current
LAND DEVELOPMENT MGR./ENTITLEMENTS
PRESTIGE LAND AND SITEWORKS, LLC
05.2021 - 07.2024
LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MGR
DR HORTON
10.2017 - 05.2021
PROJECT MANAGER/SUPERINTENDENT
CALLAHAN GRADING
04.2015 - 10.2017
Rigger
DUKE ENERGY/CATAWBA NUCLEAR STATION
03.2012 - 03.2012
CATASTROPHE INSURANCE ADJUSTER
INDEPENDENT
10.2011 - 05.2015
INSURANCE AGENT
FARMERS/HJ SPIER
02.2011 - 02.2021
PROJECT MANAGER/SUPERINTENDENT
JS CONTRACTORS OF NC
05.2008 - 12.2010
PROJECT MANAGER/PARTNER
LEPPERT INC
05.1997 - 05.2008
INSURANCE AGENT/PRODUCER -
PATHFINDERS
INSURANCE ADJUSTING -
USS INSURANCE ADJUSTING INSTITUTE
Bachelor of Communications - Film And Video Production
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Associate of Arts -
HOLY CROSS COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL