
Rick Rackiewicz
Construction and operations leader with eight years of residential and commercial construction experience
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Construction and operations leader with eight years of residential and commercial construction experience, including crew supervision, followed by 13 years managing multi-site operations and two newly constructed facilities from build-out through launch. Built homes from framing through finish on 3–4 month production timelines, supervised crews of 5–6, and closed out projects through punch list and final detail work. Brings a manager's discipline to the job site: budgets, schedules, subcontractor and vendor coordination, team hiring and training, and measurable results.
Experience
Regional Manager at Self Storage of Branford (2011-01 – 2024-12)
- Oversaw two newly constructed facilities from build-out through operational launch, coordinating contractors, vendors, and ownership to deliver on budget and on schedule.
- Negotiated and managed vendor contracts for facility maintenance, HVAC, electrical, landscaping, and snow removal, ensuring consistent quality and cost control.
- Developed and managed annual budgets across multiple locations, monitoring revenue, expenses, and operational performance.
- Hired, trained, and supervised teams across multiple sites, setting clear expectations and holding staff accountable.
- Grew both new facilities to 80%+ capacity within two years, then increased average revenue per unit by 8% while holding capacity above 80%.
- Reduced accounts receivable delinquency from 10% to under 1% within two years by implementing systematic follow-up and payment-arrangement processes.
- Implemented Yardi and CRM systems to improve tracking, reporting, and decision-making.
General Manager at Rent-A-Center (2008-01 – 2011-12)
- Managed all operations of a high-volume retail location, including staff, inventory, collections, and revenue, consistently exceeding monthly and annual targets.
- Hired, trained, and mentored employees, building a performance-driven team focused on accountability.
Sales Consultant at Colonial Toyota (2006-01 – 2008-12)
- Consistently exceeded annual sales targets through full-cycle sales and relationship-based customer service.
Carpenter at All Phase Construction (2004-01 – 2006-12)
- Supervised crews of 5–6 on residential construction and commercial renovation projects.
- Directed crew work across framing, siding, finish carpentry, and interior finishes, sequencing work around subcontracted concrete, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and masonry trades.
- Handled extensive punch list and closeout work, resolving final defects and detail items to prepare projects for client walkthrough and turnover.
- Maintained quality and schedule standards on commercial renovations, including finish carpentry and siding.
Supervisor/Carpenter at Dany Turo Construction (1998-01 – 2004-12)
- Member of a four-person crew building single-family homes from foundation to completion in 3–4 months.
- Performed the full scope of non-licensed construction work, including framing, sheathing, roofing, windows and doors, siding, insulation, drywall, painting, stairs, trim, and finish carpentry.
- Worked in sequence with subcontracted concrete, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, masonry, flooring, and septic contractors to keep builds on schedule.
- Completed commercial renovation projects, including finish carpentry and siding.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Weber State University
Associate of Science in Criminal Justice – Snow College

