I am interested in a position relating to construction management. I have experience with residential construction with some of my experience relating to insurance work. The pay range I would require would be $60-70k anual salary. Please only contact me if you have a management role that you'd like to consider hiring me for or you know of someone hiring. Please do not contact me if you are not willing to discuss: name of company, location, compensation. Please let me know if you need my resume as a document.
SCOTT DUKE 3071 Blitz Court • Virginia Beach, VA 23453
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Results-driven Construction Project Manager with extensive experience in leading complex reconstruction and residential projects. Proven track record in defining scope of work, drafting budgets, and managing project schedules. Skilled in coordinating subcontractors, ensuring regulatory and safety code compliance, and leveraging technical software (Xactimate, Microsoft Office) to deliver projects on time and within budget. Committed to high-quality project delivery through formal lessons learned and proactive resource management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Manager – Construction & Reconstruction Aresco Restoration | Virginia Beach, VA | July 2024 – January 2026
• Program Leadership: Led up to five concurrent construction programs including structural rebuilds and water/fire reconstruction from initial scope through final delivery.
• Budget & Cost Control: Developed accurate estimates and change orders; tracked project budgets and cost forecasts to ensure high profitability and adherence to financial KPIs.
• Schedule Coordination: Planned complex project sequencing and managed schedules for diverse trade contractors and subcontractors to meet critical path milestones.
• Technical Documentation: Performed detailed scoping and measurements using Xactimate, XactAnalysis, and Encircle; interpreted technical specifications to guide field execution.
• Stakeholder Management: Served as the primary point of contact for owners, inspectors, and third-party stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution.
Assistant Project Manager Starter Homes | Smithfield, VA | January 2018 – June 2024
• Resource Management: Predicted resource needs and managed the procurement of materials and equipment to maintain site production and reduce downtime.
• Site Oversight: Supervised on-site construction activities, ensuring all work met quality standards, local building codes, and safety regulations.
• Subcontractor Relations: Built and maintained long-term relationships with vendors; coordinated with architects and engineers to resolve design and construction challenges.
• Reporting: Provided regular progress updates regarding project timelines, adjustments, and resource allocation to senior management.
Deck Builder Affordable Decks | Virginia Beach, VA | March 2016 – January 2018
• Execution & Compliance: Built custom residential structures in strict accordance with blueprints, specifications, and local building codes.
• Project Closeout: Led final walkthroughs and punch-list completions to ensure final handover met all client expectations and safety prerequisites.
EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Management) | Old Dominion University | 2020
• Associate of Science in Business Administration | Tidewater Technical College | 2018 TECHNICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), Xactimate, XactAnalysis, Encircle.
• Core Skills: Budgeting & Forecasting, Subcontractor Management, Critical Path Scheduling, Contract Documents, Commercial Blueprint Reading, Change Order Management.
• Methodology: Project Lifecycle Management, Resource Allocation, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Mitigation.
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