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Michael Dresser

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Michael Dresser

Hawaii

Mailing: 16-566 Keaau-Pahoa Rd., Ste 188-255, Keaau, HI 96749
Phone: Mobile: 808-333-9047 | Desk: 808-965-5568
Email: michael@alohadesignbuild.com | admin@alohadesignbuild.com

Professional Profile

Detailed, meticulous, and reliable professional with over 20 years of experience in Construction Sales and Project Management. Motivated self-starter who invests 100% into every project. Highly skilled in all facets of residential and light-commercial turnkey work — from design through client walk-in.

Background includes more than 514 completed projects of varying scale. Experienced Superintendent and Foreman, with extensive collaboration alongside architects, engineers, and subcontractors. Strong sales and negotiation skills with proven ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams and clients.

Core Qualifications

22 years of experience in diverse construction management projects
Project Management, Design, and Engineering completed courses
Bachelor of Science Degree (Biochemistry)
Construction Superintendent / Foreman
Designer (Chief Architect CAD)
Estimator
Excellent Sales & Customer Service Skills
Sales, Marketing, and Internet Strategy
Proven ability to perform under pressure
Extremely punctual and reliable
Skilled in all aspects of carpentry: forming, framing, finish, windows, glazing, doors, hardware, cabinetry, and millwork
Mechanical & electrical understanding and ability
Highly computer literate

Work History

Aloha Design and Build Services (Hawaii)

November 2008 – Present
Island-wide custom design & build services

Roles: Designer, Project Manager, Field Supervisor

Oversaw and coordinated crews of 8–12 skilled workers and ~20 subcontractors/vendors per project
Completed numerous specialty projects including:
- 3-story Commercial Care Facility (design, supervision, project management) for Michael Latimore, General Contractor
- Several custom residential homes (design to turnkey completion, new builds, renovations, additions)
- Commercial retreat venture (design and project management)

Notable Projects:

Steve Lund, Kapoho Beach Lots Renovation (2013–2014):
- Designed “As Built” and new renovations: lanai bedroom, bathrooms, upper living areas
- Managed permit approvals (County Planning Dept. setback exceptions, suspended cantilevered deck over pond, side entry deck encroachment)
- Project management, supervision, framing and finish layout for Phase 1 completion
Existing 2400+ SF Custom Home Redesign (2013–2014):
- Redesigned and permitted an un-permitted 3-story home near Pahoa-Kalapana Hwy
- Designed/engineered with Ray Keuning, P.E., a unique 24’ x 5’ box beam to support 36’ lanai spans without mid-posts
3-Story Care Facility, Oahu (2012):
- Design, project management, and supervision for Michael Latimore Builders & Owner Minh Do
- Included nursing care quarters, ramps, and owner’s living/office space
Michael Finney Vacation Home (2011–2012):
- Garage-to-living conversion, 2nd floor lanai, whole-house renovations
Charles Urquart Residence (2011–2012):
- Vaulted beam repairs, new roofing, custom bathroom design & build
Jim & Laura Buck Residence (2010–2011):
- 2,800 SF custom renovation with multiple additions, great room with 17’ post-and-beam loft, custom kitchen, master suite, exercise room, curved glass block shower, lanais, solar PV system
Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Facility (2010–2012):
- Assisted design & project management of 60-acre retreat facility
- Developed special use permit, lodge, spa, treatment rooms, overnight guest units, parking for 100+ vehicles
Bill Newman Custom Residence (2010):
- 3,008 SF custom 2-story home with full wrap-around lanai, vaulted post-and-beam roof, carport, and storage
2008–2012: Multiple smaller design, management, supervision, and carpentry projects

MD Construction Inc. (Oregon)

November 2002 – September 2008
Owner & General Manager – Residential & commercial construction

Sales, design, project management, supervision, and lead foreman roles
Full-service design & build: foundations, framing, roofing, finish carpentry, cabinetry, glazing, millwork

Pacific Project Management Co. Inc. (Oregon)

1990 – December 2002
Co-Owner & General Project Manager

General Contractor & Project Manager for a 160,000 SF manufacturing facility (Jody Coyote Jewelry Inc.)
- Oversaw site redevelopment, design, concrete/steel/timber construction, subcontractor crews, CPM scheduling, safety control, and cost management
- Delivered project within budget and on schedule, including phased move-in approvals
K-Mart Renovations (Eugene & Springfield, OR):
- Head Project Manager for 2 years, overseeing night-shift renovations and daily progress reporting
Commercial Care Facilities (VIK Construction):
- Finish Project Supervisor for two large care facilities
Numerous commercial contracts for business offices, apartment complexes, restaurants, federal facilities

Michael Dresser Construction (Oregon)

1982 – 1990
Residential & small commercial general contracting

VIK, S2 Construction, EMK Contractors (Oregon)

1978 – 1982
Carpenter & Foreman on large-scale commercial and industrial projects including:

Eugene Sewage Treatment Plant
Hilton Hotel, Eugene, OR
Weyerhaeuser kiln and paper mill projects

Early Career

Family Business, Fresno & Lake Tahoe, CA/NV

Worked summers and after school with father and grandfather in AGC general contracting firm building houses, motels, and shopping centers

Education

University of Oregon (1990–1996): Continuing education in Project Management, Architectural Design & Engineering
University of Oregon & San Jose State University (1968–1975): Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

References

Hawaii Building and Personal References available upon request