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Willis Fussell

Douglasville,GA

Summary

Experienced construction professional with a strong record of successful leadership and project management. Skilled in overseeing teams, budgets, and schedules. Proficient in developing project scopes, conducting field activities, and providing regular updates to clients.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Construction

J and S Lighting LLC.
10.2022 - Current
  • Devised effective resource allocation strategies to ensure optimal deployment of manpower, equipment, and materials across multiple construction sites simultaneously.
  • Boosted overall profitability with cost-effective solutions and value engineering techniques.
  • Championed quality control measures by conducting regular site inspections to identify potential issues proactively before they escalated into major problems or delays in project progressions.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project delivery and ongoing partnerships.
  • Guided key decision-making processes based on comprehensive risk assessments taking into account various factors such as financial implications, contractual obligations, and safety concerns.
  • Oversaw large-scale construction projects from conception to completion, resulting in successful completion within budgetary constraints.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, driving operational excellence throughout the organization.
  • Played an instrumental role within the executive leadership team by contributing valuable insights and strategic input for organizational growth plans and initiatives.

Director of Construction

Meridian Management Group, LLC
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Provide comprehensive day-to-day field supervision at the site
  • Ensure all construction is being performed to quality standards in compliance with design specifications, drawings, budget and schedule
  • Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to involved staff and contractors
  • Coordinate and optimize the arrangement of daily activities tasked to the construction crews and external subcontractors to minimize lost productivity time
  • Assist with preparing request for proposals for public tender of services and statement of work documents
  • Contribute to contracts, change orders, material and services purchase orders for approval by Owner
  • Assess and, where appropriate, make recommendations on contractor requests for extension of time, claims for additional payment, and contractual disputes
  • Review quotes, material requests, procured items, deliveries and on-site production to validate accurate fulfillment and quality control
  • Certify invoices submitted by suppliers and contractors and recommend for payment by Owners
  • Perform inspections at completion of each construction phase, and sign-off on quality of workmanship along with crew leaders and external subcontractors
  • Determine and recommend labor force, materials, and equipment requirements
  • Build and update project schedules, ensuring completion of activities according to schedule
  • Expedite and co-ordinate any delayed or potentially delayed activities
  • Maintain regular estimates of the cost-to-completion and time-to-completion for each task
  • Coordinate, administer and lead weekly progress meetings with Owner, site engineer, crew leaders and subcontractors
  • Completion of computer-based weekly and/or daily reports, project log and documentation files
  • Enforce and promote site safety and project procedures and proper use of equipment
  • Advise Owners on any recommendations for improvement to practices regarding health and safety, construction approach and quality control plans
  • Recommend measures to enhance improvement or efficiency opportunities that may arise
  • Identify risk and opportunity in all aspects of construction management, and implement mitigation measures where risks are appreciable
  • Conduct ongoing meetings with field staff to remain informed of project work and facilitate resolution of presented or developing issues
  • Provide on-the-job training for staff in carrying out construction supervision including contract administration, quality control, construction and monitoring and evaluation, and other relevant activities.

Regional Manager of Maintenance and Construction

The Life Properties
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Effectively manage all aspects for capital projects and renovations for each asset
  • Work with the Chief Construction Officer and Principals to complete scopes, take-offs, or other project related data to move projects effectively thru to completion
  • Leverage a combination of existing and new contractor relationships to execute high-quality, cost-effective construction and renovation projects
  • Work with property management leadership and onsite team members to ensure the maintenance operation is efficient, timely, and in line with budget parameters
  • Work with the firm’s construction and accounting team to properly track project costs and assist with the construction draw process as needed
  • Support maintenance operations by handling property inspections, expense oversite for maintenance and capex GL’s service order/turn training and support, etc
  • Assist with due diligence responsibilities as needed.

Construction Project Manager/Superintendent/Project Coordinator

SouthCore Construction
02.2017 - 08.2019
  • Coordinate and supervise residential and multifamily construction projects
  • Oversee subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
  • Interface with all parties involved, including clients
  • Prepare bids, budgets, cost estimates, schedules, and timelines
  • Problem solving to address delays, emergencies, change orders, or other issues
  • Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to project sites
  • Negotiation and hiring of subcontractors
  • Generate and maintain new client relationships
  • Perform constant on-site monitoring and quality control functions
  • Manage and resolve punch lists and potential issues and problems
  • Provide materials and supplies to job sites as needed
  • Local and long-distance travel to job sites for inspection and collaboration
  • Perform inspections and take-offs in preparation for developing estimates
  • Proficient in the use of Pro Contractor Estimate Software
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Construction Superintendent

Teshuva Service, LLC.
04.2014 - 02.2017
  • Commercial, multi-home, residential renovations
  • Cost and risk analysis/evaluation
  • Subcontractor supervision
  • On-site property inspections/evaluations
  • Construction team supervision, team building, and training
  • Contract negotiations, dispute and conflict mediation/resolution
  • Cost estimate and bid proposal development
  • Payroll processing.

Team Leader and Transition Trainer

Fresh Beginnings/Elead CRM
11.2011 - 04.2014
  • Train, coach, and manage 15-20 agents while working to improve performance
  • Establish and implement new techniques to improve agent sales and performance
  • Oversee operations of Appointment Campaign
  • Manage and develop agents to garner consistent stats in order to reach premier status
  • Telemarketing of vehicle trade-ins with multiple dealerships across the nation.

Sales Representative

Professional Locators
12.2009 - 11.2011
  • Business to business telephone sales
  • Facilitate dealer trades between new and existing customers
  • Negotiate price, terms of sales, and service agreements
  • Management of detailed and precise record of sales.

Education

Wiregrass Technical College
01.2011

Valdosta High School
01.2009

Skills

  • Bid Evaluation
  • Site Safety Management
  • Material Procurement
  • Change order management
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Scheduling and Coordination
  • Construction documentation
  • Workforce Development
  • Cost Estimation
  • Permitting Process
  • Labor Management
  • Materials Procurement

Relationshipdevelopment

Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship building skills. Work effectively with property owners, property managers, client representatives, contractors, inspectors, and other industry professionals. Work jointly with clients to review job progress and address outstanding issues; provide the highest level of service to clients, earning frequent commendations as a result.

Professionalvalueoffered

  • Project/Construction Management and Leadership
  • Strong background in supervision of large, complex projects. Possess in-depth knowledge of renovation practices and regulatory compliance issues. Qualified to perform multi-family and residential inspections, review and evaluate bid documents, estimate costs, write and negotiate contracts, and lead cross-functional project teams. Coordinate activities effectively with responsible parties regarding guidelines, scope.
  • Perform quality assurance measures by inspecting/evaluating incoming supplies/materials, preventing project lags.
  • Maintain property safety for all personnel and demonstrated technical knowledge to efficiently resolve project discrepancies.
  • Deliver bid phase cost estimation, completing projects on time and under budget.
  • Implement quality control procedure for client approval, increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Supervise ongoing scheduling and completion of multi-housing and residential renovations with a high commitment to quality.
  • Supervise company personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure the work is completed on time, within budget, and with a high degree of quality.

Timeline

Vice President of Construction

J and S Lighting LLC.
10.2022 - Current

Director of Construction

Meridian Management Group, LLC
01.2022 - 10.2022

Regional Manager of Maintenance and Construction

The Life Properties
08.2019 - 01.2022

Construction Project Manager/Superintendent/Project Coordinator

SouthCore Construction
02.2017 - 08.2019

Construction Superintendent

Teshuva Service, LLC.
04.2014 - 02.2017

Team Leader and Transition Trainer

Fresh Beginnings/Elead CRM
11.2011 - 04.2014

Sales Representative

Professional Locators
12.2009 - 11.2011

Wiregrass Technical College

Valdosta High School

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