Gerald Young

Background

About Gerald Young

As a seasoned development and construction professional with more than 30 years in the industry and a proven track record of over successful family housing units, I have built my career working on transformative projects that improve communities. As a construction executive, I understand the importance of overseeing all aspects of the construction process, from pre-construction planning to project closeout, as well as the management requirements to ensure the business meets or exceeds its projections. I have extensive experience in managing large-scale projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.I believe in building strong relationships with all stakeholders involved in a project. I have experience managing cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors, and have a track record of successfully navigating complex challenges while maintaining strong working relationships with all parties.AREAS OF EXPERTISE:Operations Management – Negotiations – Business Development – Project Management – Regulatory Compliance Financial Management – Cost Controls – Reporting & Documentation – Strategic Planning – Resource Management Scheduling – Quality Control – Client Relations – Communications – Safety – Team Leadership – Problem-Solving SELECT CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:• Demonstrated comprehensive leadership in planning and executing building projects that total more than units and represent $1.2B of construction value. • Directed dozens of complex projects that ranged from historic renovations to new construction buildings, driving full compliance with all zoning requirements, state and local regulations, and client expectations.• Provided leadership for negotiations and planning of projects ranging to hundreds of millions of dollars and millions of square footage for multi-unit housing/high-end townhomes.• Planned and executed construction projects across the US, including Texas, Hawaii, Virginia, Maryland, Illinois, California, South Dakota, Ohio, and more, expertly navigating various labor and environmental laws.