EDWARD E GRANT JR
Whitesburg
Summary
35 years experience in new construction. Results-driven professional in construction management, recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include project scheduling, cost control, and safety compliance, ensuring projects meet strict quality standards. With strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities, excel at steering teams towards successful project delivery. Formally Georgia Residential / Light commercial Licensed.GSWCC level 1 certified. OSHA 10 hour certified. Effective problem solver and decision maker. Direct, clear and confident in managing multi-million dollar projects and expenditures.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2033
2033
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Construction Manager III
Dream Finders Homes llc
Atlanta
10.2023 - Current
- 2025 Presidents Award for production volume and Excellence Dream Finder Homes Atlanta Division.
- Spearheaded construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with all regulations and budgets.
- Managed scheduling and operations for multiple homes and Townhomes for multiple subdivisions in the Atlanta area.
- Coordinated subcontractor and supplier activities to optimize delivery and workflow, enhancing project efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, to increase productivity contributing to successful project execution.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in construction management practices.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers on project specifications.
Senior Construction Manager
Liberty Communities llc. Acquired by Dream Finders
Stockbridge
10.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed scheduling and operations across multiple homes and townhomes in various subdivisions.
- Coordinated subcontractor and supplier activities, optimizing delivery and workflow.
- Oversaw field operations, including budget management and change orders, enhancing project efficiency while increasing productivity.
- Mentored junior staff in construction best practices and industry standards.
- Managed budgets and schedules for multiple construction projects simultaneously.
Sr. Construction Manager
Riz communities/ buyside capital
Atlanta
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded land development projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple homes across multiple subdivisions, establishing production schedules and coordinating subcontractor activities.
- Oversaw field operations, including budget management, scheduling, and change orders, while liaising with city officials for permits and inspections.
Construction manager
Lennar communities llc.
Atlanta
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Supervised construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple homes across various subdivisions, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers efficiently.
- Oversaw all field operations, including budget management, scheduling, and change orders.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to resolve design issues promptly.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on construction best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained records of completed jobs including time spent on tasks, materials used and expenses incurred.
Construction Manager
Century Communities llc.
Atlanta
07.2013 - 06.2019
- 2016 / 2015 Builder of the year for Production Volume and Excellents.
- Supervised construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed multiple homes across various subdivisions, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers effectively.
- Oversaw all field operations, including budget management, scheduling, and change orders.
- Collaborated with city officials to secure necessary permits and inspections.
Vp of Construction
Overland Trails Construction Inc.
Ellijay
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Supervised land development projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated activities of subcontractors and suppliers, optimizing delivery schedules for multiple homes across subdivisions.
- Managed field operations, including budget oversight and scheduling, while liaising with city officials for permits and inspections.
- Directed cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion and compliance.
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation for various construction projects.
- Cultivated relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors for collaboration.
- Reviewed contracts and specifications to ensure alignment with project goals and regulations.
- Drafted monthly reports summarizing status updates for each ongoing project.
Area Construction manager
Overland Trails Log Homes Inc.
Ellijay
01.1990 - 01.2005
- Supervised construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance and coordination across multiple subdivisions.
- Managed scheduling and operations for multiple homes, overseeing subcontractors and suppliers to streamline activities and deliveries.
- Collaborated with city officials on permits and inspections, enhancing project efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Manage 40 employees to maintain production and productivity.
Education
Georgia residential / Light commercial licenses -
Contractor Training Center
Environmental Engineering
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA 01.1989 - 02.1992
Graduate - Vocational Training Building Construction, Drafting
John McEachern High School
Powder Springs, GA 09.1984 - 01.1988
Skills
- Managing multiple schedule for multiple subdivision while increasing production
- Proven problem solver
- Ability to increase productivity
- Prove record striving for excellence in construction
- Highly organized and structured
- Willingness to go above and beyond
Timeline
Construction Manager III
Dream Finders Homes llc
10.2023 - Current
Senior Construction Manager
Liberty Communities llc. Acquired by Dream Finders
10.2023 - Current
Sr. Construction Manager
Riz communities/ buyside capital
10.2021 - 09.2023
Construction manager
Lennar communities llc.
06.2019 - 10.2021
Construction Manager
Century Communities llc.
07.2013 - 06.2019
Vp of Construction
Overland Trails Construction Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2010
Area Construction manager
Overland Trails Log Homes Inc.
01.1990 - 01.2005
Environmental Engineering
California State University, Sacramento
01.1989 - 02.1992
Graduate - Vocational Training Building Construction, Drafting
John McEachern High School
09.1984 - 01.1988
Georgia residential / Light commercial licenses -
Contractor Training Center