Steve Perkins
Lynchburg
Summary
Results-driven general contractor with expertise in project management, financial oversight, and operational improvement. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency across multiple construction sites.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
General Contractor
Alpha Built Construction
Lynchburg
01.2024 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Coordinated timelines and managed project schedules across multiple construction sites to ensure timely project completion.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment to optimize project budgeting.
- Calculated comprehensive cost estimates based on labor, materials, equipment, overhead, and related expenses.
- Developed job schedules specifying tasks for each contractor and subcontractor to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Ensured thorough documentation of contracts, permits, and change orders throughout each project.
- Supervised subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Conducted site inspections to identify issues and implement solutions promptly.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and expectations clearly.
- Resolved conflicts between team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Reviewed blueprints and other documentation prior to commencement of projects for accuracy and completeness.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive prices.
- Performed inspections of properties and individual units, identifying issues and recommending actions.
- Managed projects with large labor, equipment, and material budgets.
Executive Director
Thomas Road Outpost
Bedford
07.2018 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Directed staff recruitment and development, promoting a collaborative workplace culture.
- Provided oversight of all departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Maintained positive relationships with media outlets to increase visibility of organizational activities.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to enhance service delivery and outreach efforts.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
- Reviewed and approved annual operating and capital budgets for the company.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying abreast of relevant laws, regulations, standards, guidelines.
- Stayed up-to-date on best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness.
- Secured funding from public and private sources through grant writing activities or other fundraising efforts.
- Determined methods and procedures for staffing requirements and allotment of funds to various departments and projects.
- Successfully improved employee turnover through creating incentive and training programs.
- Hired and trained staff members to enhance productivity.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
Assistant Director of Field Operations
Thomas Road Baptist Church
Lynchburg
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Collaborated closely with senior management on projects involving operational improvements.
- Monitored daily operations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions accordingly.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations processes, proposing mitigating solutions.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans that align with organizational objectives.
- Conducted performance reviews of staff, providing feedback to ensure optimal productivity.
- Coordinated operational strategies for church programs and community outreach initiatives.
- Supervised staff and volunteers to ensure smooth event execution and support needs.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management of supplies and materials for church activities.
- Maintained relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts as necessary.
- Developed and managed operational budget for the department.
- Handled administrative tasks such as document preparation, filing, record keeping.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper communication and collaboration between teams.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Education
Biblical Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Cost estimation
- Financial oversight
- Subcontractor management
- Operational improvement
- Strategic planning
- Staff development
- Time management
Timeline
General Contractor
Alpha Built Construction
01.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Thomas Road Outpost
07.2018 - 07.2025
Assistant Director of Field Operations
Thomas Road Baptist Church
01.2012 - 01.2019
Biblical Studies
Liberty University