John Gustafson
- Las Vegas US-NV
- johngustafsonpe@gmail.com
Highly motivated and adaptable senior level Civil Engineering executive with over 20 years of achievement in the land development industry. Experienced in residential, commercial, industrial and public works projects.
Business Development
Skilled at developing a strong and diverse client base by increasing a company's visibility and reputation utilizing traditional networking practices as well as new social media strategies. Successful track record of negotiating contracts with favorable terms and maintaining good cash flow by establishing a high level of trust with clients. Dedicated to the highest standards of Customer Service.
Project Management
Highly organized which allows for management of several clients and contracts simultaneously without compromising quality. Exceptional at representing clients in entitlement actions and effectively addressing concerns to gain consent. Outstanding technical abilities and knowledge of the approval process. An ability to know the right people leading to timely approval of projects. Able to work effectively with multiple disciplines and contractors to make a client's vision a reality.
Team Management
Exceptional at recruiting, developing and managing high-performance teams that function in a healthy, collaborative manner and produce exceptional results. Utilize hands on leader approach and focus on removing obstacles, providing clear directions and goals and understand the proper technology that employees need to operate at a high level of effectiveness. Motivate personnel, encourage creative thinking, and revitalize morale. A team builder and a leader.
Analytical Problem Solver
Outstanding at analyzing the workplace and develop custom programs, strategies and initiatives to address specific challenges. Thrive in challenging situations where creativity is required to overcome obstacles. Possess the ability to think outside normal engineering practices and by applying common sense, provide clients with value engineering.
Founder of the Las Vegas Chapter of Pink Slip Mixers, 2009
Vice President, Student Chapter ASCE at CSU, Sacramento, 1989