Richard Rogers

Experience

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  Southern Construction Management

  Feb 1980 - May 1982

  PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR

  On-site project manager for a construction management company. Provided budget estimates as well as Value Engineering analysis of completed designs. Administered separate prime contracts providing quality control and coordination. Prepared and updated scheduling of subcontractors work utilizing Suretrak project scheduler. Conducted monthly meetings with owners and provided monthly reports updating school boards. On several occasions had to confront subcontractor deficiencies, including failing subs. Succeeded in taking steps to protect Owners financial interest and secured on time job completion. Show less

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  Great Southwest Corporation

  May 1982 - Nov 1984

  Project Engineer

  Project Engineer on a $60,499,000* airport terminal. Reviewed and coordinated shop drawings (including architectural precast, metal building panels, Jetways), submittals, RFI's, quality control inspections and maintained testing logs and scheduled testing. Provided hands on supervision of reinforcing installation crews due to the sophistication of rebar placement details. Furthered estimating skills assisting estimating department in Clearwater Florida on major projects.

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  Professional Constructors

  Dec 1984 - Jan 1987

  PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR

  Performed estimating, buyout and project management duties including field supervision of subcontractors for projects from custom residential to strip shopping centers. Provided accurate budget estimates outsourced from architectural firms. Responsibilities include management of field personnel, scheduling/preplanning, change orders, negotiating contracts, purchasing of materials/equipment, generating all documentation and managing safety.

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  Rogers and Beasley Incorporated

  Jan 1987 - Jun 1992

  President

  Chief Estimator and major projects manager for a custom builder. Successfully completed architecturally unigue custom homes in the Charleston area. Experienced Hugo and addressed clients' needs and addressing emergency repairs.

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  Citadel Corporation / Obayashi Corporation

  Jul 1992 - Jun 1997

  PROJECT MANAGER / ESTIMATOR

  Completed design / build projects providing turnkey services from conceptual budgets to project turn over, to include complete estimating, buy-out, scheduling and on-site management. All design / build projects were completed on time and within budget, maintaining or increasing fee. Project completion being paramount, on occasion overcame potential delays, including design team, subcontractor and weather problems by creating innovative solutions. Examples: replaced a part of an original design team in order to stay on schedule, used work a rounds in the field to keep the project on schedule when weather caused delays. Responsibilities included management of field personnel, scheduling/preplanning, change orders, negotiating contracts, purchasing of materials/equipment, generating all documentation and managing safety. 6th Street Apartments 1996 Olympics $34,795,000 Show less

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  Newton Builders, Inc

  Jun 1997 - Oct 1999

  PROJECT MANGER / ESTIMATOR

  Successfully estimated and completed projects including shopping centers, veterinary clinics and college dormitories. Constructed a unique college dorm for The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina. Project utilized Outinord tunnel forms and we succeeded in making our twenty-four hour turn around pour times. Responsibilities include management of field personnel, scheduling/preplanning, change orders, negotiating contracts, purchasing of materials/equipment, generating all documentation and managing safety. Show less

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  Alcon Associates, Inc

  Nov 1999 - Apr 2002

  PROJECT MANAGER

  Managed construction of a complex federal research laboratory. Managed field personnel, scheduling/preplanning, change orders, negotiating contracts, purchasing of materials/equipment, generating all documentation and managing safety. Project was completed on time and to the satisfaction of all parties.. Identified several plan deficiencies resulting in positive contract changes for Alcon.

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  R&B Coastal Contractors LLC

  Apr 2000 - May 2010

  PRINCIPAL

  Principal for a general contracting / CM firm providing professional services for commercial and high-end residential clients. Managed field personnel, scheduling, pre-construction services, negotiating contracts, purchasing and safety. Managed accounting, cash flow, insurance, payroll, contracts, and budgeting. Companies qualifying party certificate holder. Chief Estimator and Manager of commercial projects. Maintained profitability.

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  Metcon Construction, Inc.

  May 2010 - Mar 2011

  Project Manager

  On site Project Manager on a $23,570,000 five story residence hall. Project utilized Worthington panelized structural metal panel fast track system. Provided successful completion of fast track project in budget and on-time. Solved issues with schedule challenges and provided insight into project overcoming scope and subcontractor issues.

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  Dorchester School District 2

  Mar 2011 - Aug 2017

  Director of Facilities

  Develops and Directs programs that will ensure all educational and related district facilities are maintained in a manner consistent with the highest standards of efficiency, safety, economy and quality. Monitors new construction and additions to current facilities. Participates in planning new construction by attending preconstruction conferences. Directs architects in preparing educational specifications. Visits all construction projects to assure plans, specifications, codes and regulations are being observed and implemented. Directs safety code compliance, maintenance of records and employee training regarding safety issues. Reviews and approves payments for invoicing submitted by vendors, building contractors, testing laboratories, consulting engineers and surveying firms. Coordinates annual inspections required by building codes, NFPA, OSF, LLR and other public agencies. Maintain liaison with governmental agencies having jurisdiction over or providing services to school buildings. Maintains records and prepares periodic reports. Directs training for all Facilities employees in the proper use of equipment and chemicals used in providing maintenance services. Serves as the liaison between the district and various construction groups. Supervises and manages maintenance projects. Investigates problems involving District property and takes appropriate action. Performs annual performance reviews of all Facilities employees. Assists principals with facility needs and concerns. Show less

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  Anderson School District 4

  Aug 2017 - now

  Manage and control of new construction projects, renovation projects and facility upgrades. Provide oversight and coordination of the selection of Architects and CM@Risk Contractors. Develop RFP's and RFQ's for procurement of professional services, contractors, consultants and vendors. Analyzes proposals and makes recommendations to the District Superintendent. Review all project related payment applications for accuracy and processing. Reviews and approves all vendor agreements, purchase orders, and contracts. Works collaboratively with all departments to ensure design expectations and construction standards are met. Provide recommendations, status reports, budgets & variance reports to the Chief Financial Officer and Superintendent. Show less • Develop and direct programs ensuring all educational and related facilities are maintained consistent with the highest standards of efficiency, safety, economy and quality. • Forecast and direct the development of new construction and additions to current facilities by coordinating architects, engineers and contractors.• Maintain liaison with governmental agencies having jurisdiction over or providing services to school district. • Established proactive preventive maintenance programs. • Directly addressed district wide safety, security and functionality concerns with Capital Projects. Show less

  • Director of New Construction

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Director Of Operations

    Aug 2017 - Mar 2024