Charles Plumley
Henrico,VA
Summary
Project Manager with experience leading 80+ residential rehabilitation projects and administering $600,000–$1.4 million grant-funded construction budgets. Skilled in contractor coordination, client relations, project scheduling, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Background in construction, emergency services, and leadership with a strong commitment to safety and quality. Seeking to bring proven project management experience to Tower 3 General Contractors.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Tower 3 General Contractors
01.2024 - Current
- Manage the Healthy Homes Grant Program, overseeing 80+ residential rehabilitation projects.
- Administer project budgets ranging from $600K–$1.4M while ensuring grant compliance and cost control.
- Coordinate contractors, inspections, schedules, and client communications from project start through completion.
- Licensed Lead Risk Assessor responsible for lead hazard assessments and regulatory compliance.
Owner/Operator
RVA Lumberworks
01.2023 - Current
- Operate a portable bandsaw sawmill and heavy equipment, including skid steers, trailers, and chainsaws.
- Manage milling projects, equipment maintenance, and customer relationships.
Assistant Woodworker
Sallie Plumley Studio
01.2017 - Current
- Build custom furniture and woodworking projects using hand tools and precision machinery.
Firefighter
Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Class Leader for Recruit Class 100.
- Performed fire suppression, search and rescue, and emergency response operations.
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and decision-making in high-pressure environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ01.2013
Skills
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Budget Management ($600K–$14M)
- Project Scheduling
- Job Site Management
- Tracking Project Costs
- Contractor Relations
- Issuing RFP’s
- Grant Administration
- Building Code Compliance
- Addressing Change Orders
- Client Relations
- Permit Compliance
Certification
Licensed Lead Risk Assessor
Timeline
Project Manager
Tower 3 General Contractors
01.2024 - Current
Owner/Operator
RVA Lumberworks
01.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services
01.2020 - 01.2024
Assistant Woodworker
Sallie Plumley Studio
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
New Jersey City University