Derek Geisinger
Lancaster
Summary
I am a team-oriented construction professional with over 14 years of progressive experience leading complex multifamily, student living and senior living projects. Known for building strong, collaborative site teams and fostering positive relationships with trade partners, design teams, and ownership. Committed to mentoring others, maintaining high standards in safety and quality, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Passionate about continuous improvement and eager to keep growing as a leader in the construction industry through new challenges, innovation, and team development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Lead Superintendent
Harkins Builders
12.2024 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day field operations across multiple concurrent construction projects in the Southeast region.
- Coordinate teams, resources, and schedules to meet budget, quality, and safety goals.
- Analyzed construction processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project outcomes.
- Provided mentorship to junior staff members, cultivating professional growth within the team through continuous learning opportunities.
- Facilitated communication between various departments, ensuring seamless collaboration towards shared project goals.
Lead Superintendent
Harkins Builders
07.2020 - 12.2024
- Coordinated subcontractor activities, optimizing workflow and resource allocation to ensuring timely completion and adherence to safety standards across large scale multi-family projects
- Developed project budgets, monitoring expenses to maintain financial efficiency without compromising quality.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing project outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and effective teamwork on-site.
- Supported sustainability efforts, including experience with PHIUS Certified Building and LEED standards.
Project Engineer I and Project Engineer II
Harkins Builders
10.2011 - 07.2020
- Created, organized and conducted quality control safety inspections.
- Managed trade partner progress and owner/architect punch walks and facilitated building turnovers.
- Supported short-term and master scheduling, trade coordination, and document control.
- Built strong working relationships with field teams, trade partners, and design stakeholders.
Builder (West Region)
Keystone Custom Homes
05.2010 - 10.2011
- Supervised single-family home construction from ground-up through final turnover.
- Led homeowner communication and trade scheduling.
- Performed QC and safety inspections; served on Safety Committee and Green Building Team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Residential Construction Management and Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA01.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Building Construction (Carpentry Emphasis)
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA01.2008
Skills
- North Carolina General Contractor License
- NASCLA Accredited Examination – Passed (National Commercial General Building Contractor)
- Board Member – Innovative Capital Reinvestment Committee
- FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot
- First Aid / CPR
- OSHA 30-Hour
- Harkins Emerging Leaders Program
- Proficient in Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, RevitzoMicrosoft Suite programs , , and others
Timeline
Senior Lead Superintendent
Harkins Builders
12.2024 - Current
Lead Superintendent
Harkins Builders
07.2020 - 12.2024
Project Engineer I and Project Engineer II
Harkins Builders
10.2011 - 07.2020
Builder (West Region)
Keystone Custom Homes
05.2010 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Residential Construction Management and Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Building Construction (Carpentry Emphasis)
Pennsylvania College of Technology