Robert M.

Bols
1353 N. Prairie Wind Drive
Sandwich, Il 60548
(815) 786-9445
bkbols@comcast.net

Construction/ Project Management

Results-oriented, hands on construction and development professional with 14 years management

experience in all facets of the residential construction industry. Verifiable track record for the
successful completion of multi-million dollar projects through coordinating trades, developing
partnerships and building positive rapport with local officials, vendors, trades and home buyers. Well
versed in project estimating, design analysis, document preparation, building code and regulations,
material purchasing and site management through certification of occupancy. A strong supervisor
able to manage multiple projects in various stages over a large geographic area while providing daily
direction and planning to large groups of trades to ensure jobs are completed on schedule, within
budget and maintaining safety compliance.

Areas of Expertise
• Multi-Site Developments/ Projects • Quality Control Management
• Team Building and Leadership • Budget Analysis
• Customer Service & warranty work • Utilization of computerized scheduling
• Permitting and Building Codes software using Hyphen Solutions
• Safety and Compliance Management • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and
• Organization & Time Management Outlook
• Vendor and Materials Management

Objective:
Seeking a leadership role to diversify and expand existing project management experience into areas
of the construction field or other industries in which superior quality and attention to detail are a
necessity.

Employment History

Senior Superintendent, William Ryan Home (Top 100 Builder) - Schaumburg, IL

July 1999 – January 2010

Senior Construction Manager responsible for coordinating all phases of home construction while
ensuring on time completion, cost analysis, safety compliance, quality control, customer satisfaction
and superior quality. Use of computerized software technology (Hyphen Solutions) to maintain a
centralized scheduling system to provide real time updates to trades, sales and homeowners on the
status of each build. A veteran employee routinely tasked with on boarding new hires and educating
them on the business strategies and methodologies used by William Ryan Homes. A proven leader
with the shortest build time (50 days) and top safety record within the company. An effective Project
Manger overseeing multiple developments across a wide geographic area while ensuring consistency
among trades, vendors, city officials and homeowners.
Key Accomplishments:
• Superintendent of the year: 2003, 2004, 2007
• Million Dollar Man Award: 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
• Team Player Award: 2002
• Circle Of Excellence- Superintendent Of The Year: 2004
• Circle Of Excellence Quarterly Award- 2004 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Quarters, 2008 1st quarter
• Highest Safety Award: 2004 & 2007
• Above and Beyond Award: 2005, 2006
• National Overall Above & Beyond Award presented by William Ryan: 2007
• Customer Satisfaction: Numerous letters submitted by new homeowners praising the
superior customer service and dedication provided throughout their homebuilding experience.

Construction Manager, Kimball Hill Homes- Rolling Meadows, IL

October 1998 – July 1999
• Site management of single and multi-family homes
• Coordination of production scheduling
• Customer service and warranty

Superintendent, Pasquinelli Inc. - Homewood, IL

April 1996 – September 1998
• Site management of single and multi-family housing
• Preparation of weekly trade schedules
• Customer service and home inspections

Education and Training

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Southern Illinois University- December 1995
*Completed Bachelor of Science degree in 3 ½ years*
Relevant course work in Estimating, Survey, Layout, Drafting and Design, and Scheduling

Associate of Applied Science in Construction Technology

Southern Illinois University- May 1994

Certificate of Continuous Improvement in Exterior Finishes

Northern Illinois University- May 2001

Certificate of Continuous Improvement in Production Management & Scheduling

Northern Illinois University- March 2001

CPR & AED Certification (renewal)

Delnor Hospital- December 2009

IVVC Building Trade Program

Indian Valley Vocational Center- Sandwich, IL August 1990 - May 1992
Classroom and Field Experience constructing a house in the community