MIKE FORSYTH
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Multi-talented Senior Executive knowledgeable about operations, sales, and personnel management. Successful at stepping into diverse positions and making immediate positive contributions. Focused on optimizing operations and motivating employees while establishing market dominance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Construction Operations
Minto
04.2020 - Current
- Built and led operations team in Calgary from startup to projected 500 units annually across single family and multi family, while overseeing Vancouver and Victoria construction projects
- Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Director of Operations, Housing, Western Canada
Homes by Dream
09.2015 - 03.2020
- Oversaw operations across Calgary, Saskatoon and Regina housing divisions, implementing processes to enhance efficiency and streamline business units
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Vice President, Purchasing
Mattamy Homes
04.2013 - 09.2015
- Managed vendor relationships and production requirements, ensuring profitability and alignment with overall company strategies
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
General Manager
Excel Homes
01.2002 - 04.2013
- Led sales, construction, production, design, drafting, and warranty, driving Excel Homes to achieve multiple years of top 5 market share in the Calgary region
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Education
Civil Engineering Technology Diploma -
SAIT
Calgary, AB01-1997
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Results-driven
- Business development
- Team leadership
- Performance monitoring and evaluation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Financial management
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Vice President, Construction Operations
Minto
04.2020 - Current
Director of Operations, Housing, Western Canada
Homes by Dream
09.2015 - 03.2020
Vice President, Purchasing
Mattamy Homes
04.2013 - 09.2015
General Manager
Excel Homes
01.2002 - 04.2013
Civil Engineering Technology Diploma -
SAIT
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