Responsibilities
- Manages project pursuit, design, construction and activation to ensure safety, budget, schedule, quality and client satisfaction goals are met or exceeded
- Manages, motivates and develops a project construction team and coaches the team to ensure they are engaged and working collaboratively
- Proactively identifies potential issues with schedule, quality, clients, associates, vendors and subcontractors, and collaborates with team members to implement effective resolutions
- Leads and demonstrates a commitment to a Safety First work environment for all team members through development and reinforcement of safety best practices that meet or exceed industry standards
- Contributes to the development of short- and long-term plans for the growth and development of our design-build construction teams
- Develops direct reports and project teams, including goal setting, mentoring and continuous feedback
- Collaborates with all departments, including Legal, Finance, Accounting, Architecture and Engineering, with the goal of successfully completing the project
- Actively promotes and supports a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment on projects
Experience
Mike began his career in 2003 and spent 15 years with Shive-Hattery where he gained experience on projects across various commercial sectors, including education, healthcare, government and industrial. Since joining our team in 2019, his focus has primarily been on industrial warehouse/distribution and manufacturing projects. Though his career has evolved since he joined the industry, the one constant that has remained is that he serves as a conduit for his clients to identify the right solutions that resolve the challenges they face. This has helped Mike develop strong, trusting relationships that have provided opportunities to work with clients on a repeat basis.
Problem solving, critical thinking and a curious mind has led Mike to consistently challenge himself to find a "better way" and always ask "why" to find effective solutions and optimize all aspects of the project for his client. He takes pride in being his client's advocate, while being honest as he works with them to accomplish project goals.
When away from the office, Mike enjoys waterfowl hunting and fishing, being on Lake Okoboji with his family and coaching and attending his three daughters’ various sporting events, including soccer, basketball, volleyball and track.
Career Highlights
- 2022 Opus Safety Award
Projects
Industrial | Distribution/Logistics Center
Cedar Valley Crossing
Industrial | Distribution/Logistics Center
Storz Warehouse
Industrial | Office
Climate by Design International Headquarters
Involvement
- Iowa Commercial Real Estate Association
- Design Build Institute of America – Mid-American Region
- Master Builders of Iowa
- Clive Community Foundation
Opus Involvement
- ODB/Legal Risk Taskforce
- Continuous Improvement Project Checklist
- Lessons Learned
- Lean Community of Practice
Professional Registrations
Professional Engineer: IA & NE
Education
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Bachelor of Science
Civil Engineering
Iowa State University
Certifications
- Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
