Rick Vasquez
San Diego,CA
Summary
Results-driven Executive Director with 12 years of experience in restoration and construction industries. Specializes in financial management, strategic planning, and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing organizational efficiency through performance management systems and strategic budgeting. Successfully led teams of up to 12 staff members to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence. Holds a General B Building Contractor license and Xactimate certification. Advanced expertise in project management and cost estimation, ensuring high-quality projects, cost efficiency, and client satisfaction.
Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities, and updates clients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Construction
RAMM Restoration
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed financial resources effectively by creating budgets, monitoring expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Provided leadership in developing long-term goals, implementing new SOPs and objectives for sustainable growth and impact
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to align organizational priorities with emerging trends in the industry
- Implemented systems to maintain project cost of 45% or less
- Composed and secured bids up to 15 million for affordable housing
President
Golden West Contracting
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented project management methodologies and best practices, resulting in improved efficiency and productivity across the organization
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.
- Managed up to 40 active monthly projects and achieved 3.5 million in sales between 2 project managers.
Construction Estimator
CECS
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans, and plot plans to create proposals and process work orders.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain the best value for projects.
- Prepared bids and proposals to submit to clients and secure new business
Director of Construction
Associa
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Prepared detailed estimates for commercial and residential projects and reports for HOAs and management reviews.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Led design and development of residential and commercial buildings.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high-quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Met the goal of $500k per quarter in awarded contracts
Construction Field Supervisor for Default Building
Crownco, Inc
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Use technical knowledge to fix defects and prevent future issues on commercial and residential builds.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Generate reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Participated in record sales of $4 million in 2018
Remediation Manager
San Diego Water Damage
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills, and an analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Responsible for meeting with and explaining repairs to adjusters and clients.
- Performed estimates and billing for water damage and construction costs.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls and emails from current and new customers per day.
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Blueprint reading
- Xactimate 1 Certified
- Construction Estimating
- Sales Experience
- Residential construction
- Commercial construction
- Project management
- Project Coordination
- Budgeting
- Construction Management
Certification
- OSHA 10, 03/01/19, Present
- General B Building Contractor, 03/01/23, 03/31/27
- CSLB Home improvement salesmen, 01/01/12, 12/31/15
- Certified xactimate user
Timeline
Director of Construction
RAMM Restoration
06.2023 - 01.2025
President
Golden West Contracting
01.2021 - 12.2023
Construction Estimator
CECS
10.2019 - 12.2021
Director of Construction
Associa
02.2018 - 08.2019
Construction Field Supervisor for Default Building
Crownco, Inc
01.2015 - 12.2018
Remediation Manager
San Diego Water Damage
01.2013 - 01.2015
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