ROBERT M. TRUCKER

253 BELDOCK COURT BRIGHTON, COLORADO 80601 303.641.2502


CAREER SUMMARY

An accomplished executive with extensive experience in the real estate, finance, and built industries. Proven ability to develop and implement creative strategies across a broad range of industries that drive greater financial returns. Skilled at leveraging an organizations core strengths and resources while developing motivated, top performing teams. Strong operational, financial and managerial skills with the ability to increase revenues and earnings. Key Strengths include:


Investment Analysis & Revenue Projections Operating/Capital Budgeting & Strategic Planning Re-engineering Operations & Process Control Facility Planning & Management Contract Negotiations/Corporate Reorganization Cost Containment & Profit Enhancement Turnaround Management Project Design, Space Planning & Estimating Value Engineering, Project & Process Management Mergers, Acquisitions & Joint Venture Analysis Business to Business & Consumer Sales


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Shelter Investments & Construction, LLC 2008-Present
VP OPERATIONS Denver, Colorado

A real estate investment, general contracting and construction management firm.
Managed multiple projects from design phase through construction. Projects ranged from retail build-outs to an $18 million mountain condominium development.
Communicated effectively with owners, architects, engineers, contractors and governmental agencies.
Worked with local and national tenants to meet their space and construction needs. Several repeat clients.
Coordinated all aspects of building program that included preventative maintenance, operation and repair of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, lighting and life safety.
Led workouts on clients distressed properties working with attorneys, lenders, governmental agencies and tenants.

Income Property Specialists, LLC 2005-2008
VP REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION Denver, Colorado

An investment group specializing in the acquisition, development and management of commercial and residential properties throughout the United States. Company closed over $500 million in deals in the past 10 years.
Oversaw the financial performance of a number of real estate development projects with complete profit and loss responsibility of assets valued in excess of $65 million.
Complete responsibility for the successful entitlement process of a residential subdivision in California.
Monitored schedules and approved pay requests to contractors for over $25 million in construction work.
Successfully responded to several RFPs to secure redevelopment opportunities totaling $55 million.
Established a regional office in Sacramento, California. Initiated, developed and managed relationships with governmental, financial, design, sales and construction professionals.

Pinnacle Real Estate Investment Group, LLC 2002-2005
MANAGING DIRECTOR Denver, Colorado

An investment group specializing in the acquisition, development & construction of commercial & residential properties.
Led valuation, due diligence and ongoing monitoring efforts for all acquisitions, JVs and other projects.
Managed design, engineering, governmental approval, contract negotiations, bidding, environmental remediation and construction processes. Proven ability to consistently complete projects on time and on budget.
Performed pro-forma analysis and budgeting for development projects.
Utilized project management and financial planning skills to increase net return on projects.

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Kmart Corporation 2001-2002
CHIEF ESTIMATOR Troy, Michigan

An international Fortune 50 retailer, which once had over 2,000 locations and annual revenues in excess of $50 billion.
Managed a group of professionals responsible for the pricing and analysis of over $1.2 billion in construction and development work throughout the United States, Central America and the Caribbean.
Developed financial and pricing projections for conceptual and prototypical projects.
Integrated greater use of IT tools and structure in the approach to estimating assignments for greater accuracy.
Provided cost-estimating support for design, construction, real estate development and marketing divisions.
Coordinated with Development Division regarding feasibility of locations for new stores.

Hoffman Corporation 2000
CORPORATE FINANCE INTERNSHIP Appleton, Wisconsin

One of the nations largest design/build commercial contractor and developer with annual revenues of $200 million.
Worked directly with the CEO and COO on projects related to strategic corporate planning, real estate development analysis and business processes. Developed a process for the acquisition of strategic business units.
Completed several assignments including the valuation of one of the nations largest insurance companys real estate holding and a highest and best use recommendation for excess space.
Analyzed newly acquired business units and made recommendations that increased ROI to management.

Previous Positions Include:

VP Business Development & Marketing, Licensed Real Estate Broker, Senior Project Manager & Senior Estimator

EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS

Continuing Education NeighborWorks Training Institute 2009
Coursework towards certification in Affordable Housing Development and Tax Credit Specialist

Project Feasibility Analysis
Affordable Housing Development
Low Income Housing Tax Credits
Community Development Block Grants


Masters of Business Administration University of Wisconsin Madison 1999-2001
Concentrations in Real Estate Finance & Urban Land Economics and Entrepreneurship
Several scholarships associated with graduate teaching and research assistantship positions.

Bachelor of Arts University of Wisconsin Milwaukee 1996-1999


BOARDS, MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS

Director Restoration Foundation, Inc. Leadership Council Boys & Girls Club of Brighton Volunteer Boulder County Sheriffs Department University of Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Association (WREAA) Certified International Code Council Class A Commercial Contractors License (ICC) International Council of Shopping Centers (ICC) Urban Land Institute (ULI) National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) Currently elected to several state and county political positions.

SPECIALIZED SOFTWARE SKILLS

Experience with a number of software systems including Pro forma Financial/Development Modeling, Lease and Property Management Analysis, Project Management, Data Base Development/Management, Accounting and Commercial Estimating, Architectural/Engineering Design, Full Windows Office Suite and many Adobe Programs.