DALE R. JOHNSON
26197 Via Corrizo, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 949-973-8864
dalerjohnson[at]cox.net http://www.linkedin.com/in/dalerjohnson
SUMMARYInnovative hands on Real Estate and Construction Manager with a proven record of success in driving business efficiency, revenue growth, and cost effectiveness. Well established with over 20 years of hands on experience in the real estate and construction industry. Solid business acumen with successful record of accomplishment in revitalizing organizations for growth into new and existing markets.
AREAS OF Construction ManagementUrban Renovation and Refurbishment
EXPERTISEOperations ManagementProject Management
Tenant ImprovementsMulti Family / Mixed Use/Commercial
EXPERIENCEVICE PRESIDENT CONSTRUCTION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT 2006 to 2009
BALIAN INVESTMENTS, PASADENA, CALIFORNIA
Responsible for all operating aspects of the business reporting directly to the owner. Our core business was acquisition, development and construction of multi family, commercial and mixed-use projects. We were a self-performing builder, as well as a General Contractor for other builders. I managed construction, site development, tenant improvements and purchasing. I introduced and executed project methodologies, turning around three projects that were not performing and brought them back in line in four months.
oImplemented business processes for the company which reduced construction cost on two projects by 20% approximately three million dollars
oPut in place operational initiatives to effectively grow the business and reduce operating cost by 15%.
oCreate a revitalized strategic plan focused on key business strategies and partnerships with Trade
Partners, which resulted in time and cost savings of 15%
oOptimize current operations and identify new business opportunities
VICE PRESIDENT CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS, OLSON URBAN 2003 to 2006
PROJECT AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT THE OLSON COMPANY, SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA
In a highly visible leadership role, in managing the Construction in three regions Ventura, Orange and Los Angeles County regions for the Urban Infill division building high density podium, mixed use and commercial structures in urban areas. Responsible for daily operations, land development, construction management and project management.
oParticipated in product development, cost control, and the development of best practices to maximize operational efficiency in our High Density Multi Family and Mixed Use Commercial product
oDemonstrated the development of highly productive and efficient employees by fostering a culture of commitment to corporate mission and goals resulting in profit growth of 25% in three years
oCultivated strong internal and external relationships with numerous, Contractors and Governmental agencies. Assisting over 30 Cities in the clean up of urban blight and offer transit focused affordable housing and mixed use commercial for their citizens.
VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS,
COASTAL DIVISION 2001 to 2003
KB HOME, IRVINE, CALIFORNIA
Managed business operations by providing leadership, vision, proper operational controls, procedures and systems within the company. Led the Orange County Division to the companys top performance level and to The Presidents Club, the first time in the Divisions fourteen year existence they had achieved this prestigious honor.
oOversaw six departments, including Customer Service, Purchasing, Offsite, Development, Construction, Human Resources, Information Technologies and Forward Planning
oLed this division from delivering 388 units in 2001 to delivery 603 units in 2002 with pretax profit in excess of forty six million the best for this division in its fourteen existences.
oKey driver in developing and expanding the business to include an Urban Infill product, which was to become a large portion of the business in Orange County
PRESIDENT 1996 to 2001
MCMULLIN HOMES, INC., SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
Directed overall operations and management of the company for the owner. Focus on defining new strategic direction affecting business development, sales and revenue growth. Served as the company spokesperson with all municipalities on entitlement, land use and development processing needs. Acquired project financing as well as permanent financing for projects
oEstablished new internal infrastructure, including business and sales best practices, customer service processes and trend analysis
oImproved construction and sales volume by 30% and improved profits by 40% in two years
oBrought this company up from the # 22 position to the position of #5 Home Builder in Utah in three years
oIntroduced new processes and procedures and instilled a customer-focused environment with a priority on quality and on-time delivery of homes, thus improving profits by 40% and customer satisfaction from 66% to 92%.
oProvided technology leadership based on a keen understanding of strategic priorities and the ability to anticipate the companys requirements by implementing an IT system that enabled comprehensive financial analysis and cost comparison
VICE PRESIDENT, DEL WEBBS COVENTRY HOMES, 1994 to 1996
DEL WEBB CORPORATION, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
Established, launched, licensed and operated a start-up single-family home division in a new market. Involved in all aspects of operations start-up and management, including market assessment, creation of business plan, sales and marketing, land acquisition, entitlement, feasibility studies, cost analysis, product design and staffing
oDefined and established the companys positioning and identity to maximize business opportunities and position the company as an industry leader
oPurchased, developed and opened four subdivisions, closing over 250 homes in the first two years generating in excess of $30 million in revenues and five million in profit.
oInnovator in implementing the use of steel studs in the construction of single family homes in Las Vegas, a critical technique in the area based on the destructive effect heat has on lumber, which substantially reduced waste and repair cost of framing homes
VICE PRESIDENT, PARTNER 1985 to 1994
SEASTAR, INC., SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
As a partner, responsible for all phases of land development, engineering, entitlement, building construction, and construction management. Developed both single-family and multi-family projects in addition to large custom homes.
oAssisted with REO workouts
oDefined ourselves as a high quality builder offering the best possible product for the least possible price.
oWe were innovative in our designs to build value in our homes and thus increase profits by 9% over our base plans.
EDUCATIONMASTER OF ARTS, INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY, San Diego State University, San Diego California
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona
LICENSESCalifornia State B-1 General Contractors License
Utah State General Contractors License
Nevada General Contractors License
California State Vocational Teaching Credential
Arizona State Vocational Teaching Credential
AFFILIATIONSBuilding Industry Association of California
Member, National Association of Homebuilders
Associated General Contractors Association
Member, Orange County Building Industry Association
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