Responsibilities
- Manages pursuit, design, construction and activation on projects to ensure they meet or exceed safety, budget, schedule, quality and client satisfaction goals
- Coordinates with field and safety team to identify, plan and provide the resources needed to perform each project safely
- Organizes and manages the project team to ensure individual accountability and clarity of roles
- Ensures sufficient resources are allocated to successfully achieve all project goals and contract requirements
- Actively promotes and supports a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment on projects
Experience
Rick started his career in construction in 2004 and joined us in 2017. Previously, Rick worked at Ryan Companies US, Inc. He has overseen the construction of many projects, including industrial, office, retail, higher education, manufacturing and healthcare.
Throughout his career, Rick has developed many skills that contribute to the successful delivery of projects, including attention to detail, problem solving and decision making, teamwork and strong customer service. While working on WorldWide Logistics in Urbandale, Iowa, Rick brought attention to the fact that the project design and budgeting were initiated in 2019, three years prior to construction, and suggested the team review the interior finishes with the client again. Upon review, the owners decided they wanted to pursue a different design direction for the final finishes. This prevented disappointment and possible rework and instead provided a space for collaboration and a successful building.
His leadership and skills have not only been admired by his team members, but by clients as well. Described as a "breath of fresh air", the clients at WorldWide Logistics praised Rick for his communication, accuracy and attention to everything they needed. Knowledgeable in his field and determined to find the best solutions for his clients, he adds value to any project team he is a part of.
Career Highlights
- LEED Silver (v4) on Iowa Army National Guard Readiness Center – Davenport, IA (2020)
- LEED Gold on Van Meter, Inc Iowa City branch (2012)
Projects
Brown Warehouse Company @ Swanwood Logistics Center
Involvement
- Iowa State University Construction Engineering Industry Advisory Board
- Freedom for Youth/ Freedom Construction Services Advisory Board
- Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity
Opus Involvement
- Opus Volunteer Council Champion
- Change Management
Education
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Bachelor of Science
Construction Engineering
Iowa State University