Mike Lopinto

Director of Construction at Victory Real Estate Group
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Dallas, Texas, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Construction
      • May 2022 - Present

      • Created preliminary budgets for financing purposes• Created preliminary schedules• Created working budgets and schedules• Managed hiring process’s• Worked closely with forward Planners• Worked with city on planning and permitting• Managed multiple (23) projects simultaneously• Work proficiently with inner office departments• Worked well with superintendents• VE all Plans for both horizontal and vertical construction• Manage bidding process• Award contracts• Deal with all subcontractor’s issues• Reported directly to owners on budget, schedule changes and any significant updates

    • United Kingdom
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Construction
      • Nov 2016 - Jul 2021

      • Created preliminary budgets for financing purposes• Created preliminary schedules• Created working budgets and schedules• Worked with city on planning and permitting• Managed multiple projects simultaneously• Worked well with superintendents • Dealt with subcontractors’ issues• Reported directly to owners on budget and schedule changes • Created preliminary budgets for financing purposes• Created preliminary schedules• Created working budgets and schedules• Worked with city on planning and permitting• Managed multiple projects simultaneously• Worked well with superintendents • Dealt with subcontractors’ issues• Reported directly to owners on budget and schedule changes

    • United States
    • Construction
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Division Manager
      • Nov 2014 - Nov 2016

      • Manage all aspects of sales, office staff installations and customer service for insulation company• Responsible for sales forecasting, manage P&L, keep track of DM% to insure profitability• Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization policies and applicable laws; responsible for all interviewing, hiring, training employees, planning, and assigning direct work tasks• Manage processes of, reporting and resolution of escalated issues to ensure customer satisfaction in accordance with branch performance standards and quality• Responsible for 200+ employees as well as fleet of 35+ vehicles• Provided the highest level of customer satisfaction based on the performance team operations• Direct all installation and service scheduling to achieve the optimum level of performance in eliminating any issues

    • United States
    • Design Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Regional Director of Operations
      • May 2010 - Oct 2014

      • Manage all installations and services of flooring installations for TX, LA, MS, CA • Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization policies and applicable laws; responsible for interviewing, hiring, training employees• Provided training seminars, to ensure optimal performance• Manage the development and implementation of branch operations strategies to ensure target level of production• Manage the process, reporting and resolution of escalated issues to ensure customer satisfaction in accordance with branch performance standards and The Home Depot requirements• Manage staffing based on volume demands of each division• Provided the highest level of customer satisfaction in the performance of multiple branch operations• Directed the commercial and residential installations to the optimal level, to eliminate any/all backlogs• Manage all general managers over individual divisions

    • United States
    • Public Safety
    • V.P. of Operations
      • Apr 2008 - May 2010

      V.P of Operations for the Gulf Coast Region* Provides leadership and direction for all aspects of construction throughout the company,including land development, vertical construction and design development* Accurately established preliminary budget’s (lot cost, indirect and directs), marketing analysis,sales absorption, for determining potential profits and losses prior to land acquisition.* Responsible for development, growth and executive management of preconstruction andconstruction operations* Responsible for marketing “Ready Shelter”, the disaster industry’s only wheat straw (greenalternative) temporary emergency shelter solution* Managed CRN’s warehouses and field operations throughout the Gulf Coast* Work closely with CFO on the development of project performance reporting systems, scalabilityof the company to support rapid growth and the effective use of information technology* Responsible for establishing and lead a multi-agency housing solutions task force that will beresponsible for bring together federal, state and local government and non-government and privatesector expertise to evaluate housing requirements* Responsible for organizing intrastate housing authorities to collaborate in the development of ajoint, comprehensive state housing plan that maximizes the availability and use of all housingoptions

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Constructions
      • Nov 2006 - Apr 2008

      • Oversee all operation of Habitat, including construction, human resource, finance, purchasing, volunteers, fund-raising and program implementation• Provided leadership, vision, financial stewardship and direction• Responsible for developing, implementing, and achieving strategy goals as well as designing plans for Habitat of New Orleans• Engaged over 5000 volunteers from all over the country to assist in the rebuilding efforts of New Orleans communities• Ensured that an adequate number of paid staff and volunteer staff members are trained and effective in carrying out Habitat’s mission• Responsible for generating sufficient funding, budgetary and strategic goals• Administer and monitor programs in accordance with budget provisions and cash flow projections• Established and implemented standard operating procedures for purchasing, home construction, warranty service, safety and job site regulations• Developed and managed project budgets and schedules for multiple projects• Conducted detailed pre-construction planning from tentative map through move in• Managed bidding and contracting process on the selection of subcontractors’ services and vendors• Responsible for managing all permitting and ensuring all jobs conform to local and state building codes

    • United States
    • Construction
    • V.P.of Operations
      • Oct 2002 - Aug 2006

      • Oversight for all areas of construction• Managed the overall performance of the company housing operation, and ensured that annual operating objectives and profit targets are met within pre-agreed capital utilization and risk parameters• Manager annual company business plan, including detailed budgets and schedules• Responsible for developing, implementing, and achieving strategy as well as annual operating plans of the division• Reviewed and approved all financing requests for construction as well as the monthly review and approval of all deviations (timing and budgets)• Managed land development and acquisition in a profitable manner• Participated in the pre-litigation and litigation meetings with Corporate and outside counsel for both homeowner and subcontractor related issues• Managed bidding and contracting process on the selection of contractors, subcontractors services and vendors• Developed, implemented and managed customer satisfaction and quality programs to improve buyer acceptance and satisfaction rating for Prestige Homes• Recruited and managed division personnel capable of achieving company’s overall goals and objectives. Ensured that the division’s organization is appropriate to support current operations and to meet planned growth objectives or necessary downsizing• Administered competitive compensation plans for all levels of associates, ensured the effective administration of compensation and benefit programs. Nurtured a working environment which encourages employee loyalty, longevity, and satisfaction• Ensured adherence to all corporate policies / procedures and applicable regulatory compliance

    • United States
    • Political Organizations
    • Project Manager
      • Jan 2000 - Oct 2002

      • Oversight in all areas of the and construction of custom homes from purchase through building final for multiple subdivisions• Managed bidding and the contractual process on the selection of subcontractors’ services and vendors• Responsible for managing permitting and ensuring all jobs conform to local and state building codes• Based off of blueprints; prepare preliminary construction documents and budgets• Consistently met tight deadlines and budget requirements• Supervised sub-contractors in all phases of construction• Effectively coordinated with sub-contractors, architects, clients, and financial institutions to reduce total cost of project without compromise to design intent

    • United States
    • Construction
    • Owner / Contractor
      • Dec 1990 - Oct 2002

      • Contractor for a residential investment firm to complete renovate old housing for resale• Constructed custom single family, multi-family, reconstructions, additions, remodeling, and tenant improvements throughout Dallas County• Specialized in new construction, building additions and remodel, from schematic design through the final construction. Scope of projects included plot layout, excavation and grading, foundations, concrete and masonry, framing, drywall, tile setting, flooring, cabinetry, window and door casework, interior and exterior trim, exterior sheathing, fencing, decks, and roofing• Provided contracts and fee proposals, kept track of time spent and profit made on each job• Based on blue prints, prepared preliminary construction documents and specifications• Consistently met tight deadlines and budget requirements• Supervised employees and sub-contractors in all phases of design and construction• Effectively coordinated with sub-contractors, architects, clients, and financial institutions to reduce total cost of project without compromise to design intentProject History• Designed and constructed a chain of “Spasso” Pizza restaurants• Designed and constructed a chain of Dry Cleaning stores• Designed and constructed residential housing/Multi-family housing – Dallas, TX • Designed and constructed a chain of Ruby Tuesdays restaurants• Designed and constructed a chain of Children’s Interactive Bookstores• Renovated several commercial office buildings• Reconstructed major fire and water losses for both residential and commercial structures

    • Contractor/Owner
      • Dec 1990 - Jan 2000

      • Contractor for a residential investment firm to complete whole house renovations for resale• Constructed custom single family, multi-family, renovations, additions, and tenant improvements throughout Dallas County• Specialized in new construction, building additions and remodels, from schematic design through final construction. Scope of projects included plot layout, excavation, foundations, framing, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, interior/exterior trim, sheathing, fencing, decks, and roofing• Managed contracts and fee proposals, kept track of time spent and profit and loss on each project• Based off blue prints, prepared preliminary construction documents and schedules • Consistently met tight deadlines and budget requirements• Supervised employees and sub-contractors in all phases of construction• Effectively coordinated with sub-contractors, architects, clients, and financial institutions to reduce. The total cost of project without compromising design intent

Education

  • University of New Orleans
    A.S degree, Business
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