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Frank "Watson" Hess

Frank "Watson" Hess

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager with 10 years experience in coordinating the development and construction of industrial properties. Strong reputation built by prioritizing relationships, leading successful projects, quick thinking, and hard work.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Hillwood
01.2021 - Current
  • Part of initial team tasked in opening Atlanta construction office. Maintained and developed relationships with Developers, Tenants, Subcontractors & Suppliers.
  • Lead multiple project teams simultaneously through development and construction of large scale industrial projects.

Project Manager

Alston Construction, LLC
08.2018 - 01.2021
  • Oversee operations and activities of assigned projects
  • Member of Safety Committee.

Assistant Project Manager

Alston Construction, LLC
10.2017 - 08.2018
  • Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.

Project Manager

Pinnacle Design Build Group
05.2015 - 10.2017
  • Manage all construction project activities.
  • Completed 20+ successful projects ranging from $100,000 to $2,000,000.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering (B.S.G.E) -

University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS
05.2015

Skills

  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership / Management
  • Decision Making
  • Building Relationships
  • Accounting / Budgeting
  • Estimating
  • Scheduling
  • Industrial / Distribution Construction
  • Mechanical / HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Foundations / Sitework

Recent Projects

  • 2021-2024 - Five (5 Ea) Spec to Suit Industrial Buildings, 1,685,000 SF Total, $220MM Total Costs, Tenants include O'Reilly AutoParts, CTDI, Buske, Core & Main, etc.
  • 2019-2020 - Amazon ORF2: $120MM Mid-Mile Distribution Facility, $25MM Sitework Package, 640K SF Build to Suit
  • 2019 - Amazon RIC3 - XLFC (Large Product Dist.) TI Upfit in middle of Spec build. Completed in 4.5 months. Built strong relationships with Amazon CM, Start Up, & Op. teams
  • 2018 - UTD4 (Fiber Optic Manufacturing Tower), 90,200 SF, 145' tall, 8 levels Escalated Schedule (10 months building construction, 4 months equipment install and interconnect) Class 100 Cleanroom, High Purity Process Gas Service (Ar, He, N2), Heavy MEP, elevator, raised computer flooring, 1 million lbs steel structure Promoted to PM during project.

Hobbies and Interests

Family, Golf, Fishing/Hunting, Traveling 

Timeline

Project Manager

Hillwood
01.2021 - Current

Project Manager

Alston Construction, LLC
08.2018 - 01.2021

Assistant Project Manager

Alston Construction, LLC
10.2017 - 08.2018

Project Manager

Pinnacle Design Build Group
05.2015 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering (B.S.G.E) -

University of Mississippi
Frank "Watson" Hess