Larry Mitchell
Surprise,AZ
Summary
General Contractor dedicated to providing high-quality construction services to discerning clients. Offering first-rate construction management and field supervision expertise. Skillful in working with architects, inspectors, designers and subcontractors to accomplish high-quality project work.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
General Contractor Owner/Principal
Longboard Home Services, Llc
08.2018 - 02.2025
- New residential construction, maintenance, renovation, restoration and remodel of homes, garages and small commercial buildings
- Managed large-scale construction projects within cost, quality and time constraints,
- Developed construction plans, schedules and budgets to achieve stakeholder objectives.
- Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
- Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
- Collaborated with architects and subcontractors to devise cost-effective construction solutions.
- Analyzed building plans and prepared bids to deliver timely, cost-effective project completion.
- Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Led design and development of residential and commercial buildings.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
Owner/principal
Reliable Maintenance & Renovation, LLC
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Construction, maintenance, renovation, restoration and remodel of homes, barns and garages
- Created project schedules and evaluated construction plans using maps and blueprints.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
- Collaborated with customers to determine budgets for kitchen and bath remodeling projects and find appropriate material sources.
- Checked supply inventories and work orders daily to encourage subcontractor efficiency and productivity.
Owner/Principal
Property Maintenance Solutions, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Construction, maintenance, renovation, restoration and remodel of barns, garages, offices, meeting spaces and homes
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Prepared detailed project estimates for clients
Maintenance Supervisor
Roberts Quarter Horses
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Oversaw maintenance for 200-acre horse farm with 10,000 sq foot main house and 4 other residences, 6 barns, multiple garages and outbuildings
- In charge of many maintenance employees
- Construction, maintenance, renovation, restoration and remodel of barns, garages, offices, meeting spaces and homes
Operations Manager
Return To Freedom Wild Horse Sanctuary
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: Operations Manager for a 300-acre facility home to over 200 horses with 2 houses, multiple barns, outbuildings and event spaces
- Pasture Management (water lines and fences)
- Construction, renovation, restoration and remodel of barns, garages, offices, meeting spaces and homes
- Vehicle maintenance
- Operations Manager for a 300-acre facility home to over 200 horses with 2 houses, multiple barns, outbuildings and event spaces
Licensed Electrician
All Electric Co
01.1996 - 08.2002
- Apprenticeship program to achieve Journeyman license
- Foreman of mostly large commercial jobs IE: Yale University School & Hospital
Education
General Contractor License - General Contractor
General Contractor Readiness
Phoenix, AZ02-2019
Skills
- Project safety
- Job bidding
- Project scope assessment
- Worksite safety
- Blueprint reading
- Residential and commercial construction
- Permitting
- Subcontractor hiring and supervision
- Code compliance
- Material and equipment procurement
- Contract bidding
- Heavy equipment operation
- Quality control
- Operations oversight
- Production planning
- Renovation
- Scheduling and planning
Timeline
General Contractor Owner/Principal
Longboard Home Services, Llc
08.2018 - 02.2025
Owner/principal
Reliable Maintenance & Renovation, LLC
01.2014 - 01.2018
Owner/Principal
Property Maintenance Solutions, LLC
01.2007 - 01.2014
Maintenance Supervisor
Roberts Quarter Horses
01.2005 - 01.2007
Operations Manager
Return To Freedom Wild Horse Sanctuary
01.2004 - 01.2005
Licensed Electrician
All Electric Co
01.1996 - 08.2002
General Contractor License - General Contractor
General Contractor Readiness
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