Brian Fliehler

Dallas County

Summary

Experienced construction and project management executive with over 20 years of leadership experience overseeing commercial, retail, and large-scale construction projects across the United States. Proven ability to lead multimillion-dollar projects from pre-construction through completion while maintaining quality, safety, budget control, and client satisfaction. Strong background in project planning, contractor negotiations, budgeting, scheduling, team leadership, and operational management. Adept at building long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders while ensuring successful project delivery. Recognized for driving operational efficiency, improving project workflows, reducing project risks, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Skilled in managing multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments and collaborating with executive leadership teams to support company growth and profitability.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Project Management Operations / Partner

Covenant Construction Services

Dallas County

01.2010 - Current

Serve as a senior executive and operational leader responsible for overseeing project management operations, strategic planning, budgeting, and project execution for commercial construction projects.
Collaborate closely with company leadership, field teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure successful delivery of projects while maintaining profitability and operational excellence.
Lead all phases of project management operations from project initiation through closeout.
Direct multiple commercial and retail construction projects simultaneously across various markets.
Manage project budgets, scheduling, procurement, staffing, and operational planning.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Oversee contract negotiations, project documentation, and compliance procedures.
Coordinate pre-construction planning, bidding, estimating, and resource allocation.
Implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, communication, and project delivery timelines.
Mentor project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to support team development and leadership growth.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, construction regulations, and quality assurance procedures.
Monitor project financial performance, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
Collaborate with executive leadership on business development opportunities and company expansion initiatives.
Evaluate subcontractor performance and negotiate favorable project terms and agreements.
Support the development of long-term operational goals and strategic initiatives.
Successfully managed multimillion-dollar commercial construction projects with consistent on-time completion.
Improved operational coordination between project management and field teams, increasing workflow efficiency.
Strengthened client retention through consistent communication, quality project delivery, and relationship management.
Assisted in scaling company operations and supporting long-term business growth.
Streamlined project tracking and reporting processes to improve accountability and project visibility.
Led teams through complex construction schedules and high-priority deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

Senior Project Manager

JVC Builders

06.2002 - 12.2008

Oversaw day-to-day project management operations for a $25-$50 million nationwide general contractor specializing in retail construction projects.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while coordinating schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement, and field operations.
Directed commercial and retail construction projects ranging from $50,000 to over $10 million.
Prepared detailed project estimates, proposals, and bid packages.
Negotiated owner contracts, subcontractor agreements, and vendor pricing.
Managed project timelines, scheduling, and milestone tracking.
Coordinated with architects, engineers, developers, inspectors, and field teams.
Conducted site visits and monitored project progress to ensure quality and safety compliance.
Assisted in resolving project issues, delays, and construction challenges.
Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and cost analysis.
Managed procurement activities and coordinated material deliveries.
Prepared project documentation, reports, and progress updates for stakeholders.
Supervised subcontractors and ensured adherence to project specifications and contractual obligations.
Maintained strong client relationships through consistent communication and project support.
Successfully delivered multiple nationwide retail construction projects within budget and schedule expectations.
Built strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors that improved project coordination and procurement efficiency.
Helped improve estimating accuracy and cost forecasting processes.
Contributed to operational improvements that enhanced project execution and communication.
Demonstrated strong leadership in fast-paced and deadline-driven construction environments.

Education

Engineering - Construction, Project Scheduling, Construction Materials, Cost Estimating, Structural Systems, Construction Safety, Engineering Fundamentals, Building Systems, Project Planning & Management

Iowa State University

01-2002

Affiliations

Construction Management Industry Professional
Commercial Construction Operations Leader
Project Management & Estimating Professional

Leadership Highlights

Executive leadership experience in commercial construction operations.
Extensive experience managing cross-functional construction teams.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities with clients and stakeholders.
Proven ability to oversee large-scale project portfolios.
Experienced in mentoring project managers and field personnel.
Skilled in balancing operational efficiency with customer satisfaction.
Dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and professionalism.

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