Justin Fortune
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Results-driven construction professional with expertise in corporate and residential projects. Proven ability to manage time effectively and solve problems efficiently. Strong team player skilled in task tracking and project management. Capable of independently facilitating projects to successful completion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Fortune Construction And Painting LLC
01.2017 - Current
- Grew annual revenue from $0 to $2.5 million since 2022 through strategic sales initiatives.
- Implemented sales and marketing strategies through social media, enhancing market visibility and engagement.
- Achieved sales targets by converting prospects into clients and overseeing job sales processes.
- Oversaw project management, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to established timelines.
- Developed budgets aligned with material costs and coordinated project management to ensure timely delivery.
- Sourced subcontractors to enhance project efficiency and quality.
- Communicated project progress and managed change orders with clients for transparency.
- Trained and motivated employees to execute daily business operations effectively.
Electrician
Steve Ball Electric
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Wired and installed electrical service panels and circuit breakers to enhance system reliability.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical wiring and lighting fixtures in ceilings, roofs, and towers using ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
- Managed installation of various cableways, conduits, and electrical raceways to ensure efficient electrical distribution.
- Installed and connected fans, lights, switches, and AC units.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
Laborer
Dunnel Electric
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Operated construction tools and machinery to complete job site projects efficiently.
- Installed electrical boxes in specified locations to ensure proper placement during construction.
- Ran electrical wire through designated pathways to connect power sources and fixtures.
- Prepared outlets, fixtures and boxes for wire connections
- Read and understood orders to accurately measure, cut and lay out needed materials.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Collaborated with team to achieve work goals on schedule.
Owner/Operator
Eco-Fit
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Formed business and launched an energy efficient gym/equipment dealer sales showroom
- Oversaw daily business operations, ensuring smooth functionality and customer satisfaction.
- Sold fitness equipment to personal and commercial facilities
- Facilitated gym membership sales, enhancing client engagement and retention.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Built personal training programs
- Trained and motivated employees to excel in daily operations, fostering a productive work environment.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
Territory Sales Representative
Cybex International
03.2009 - 05.2012
- Regularly met or exceeded quarterly and yearly sales goals $1.85M/Year
- Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients.
- Increased sales by offering consultation on products and services and applying customer service and upselling techniques.
- Collaborated with territory, regional and strategic managers to provide daily support and develop strategic account plans.
- Offered new and existing customers profitable products to maintain strong territory-wide revenue.
- Cultivated relationships with established accounts and actively prospected new retailers through customer outreach and in-person engagement.
- Sourced new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing initiatives, and database leads.
- Targeted prospects in other territories through careful research of competitor products, services and trends.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with clients to secure favorable agreements.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High School
Pasadena, CANo Degree -
Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MASkills
- Residential construction expertise
- Estimate preparation
- Project management
- Operations start-up
- Process improvement
- Change order management
- Client management
- Vendor relationship management
- Business development
- Sales strategy development
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Task delegation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Customer focus and service excellence
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Public speaking
- Staff management
Certification
South Carolina Residential Specialty Builder
Timeline
Business Owner
Fortune Construction And Painting LLC
01.2017 - Current
Electrician
Steve Ball Electric
12.2015 - 03.2017
Laborer
Dunnel Electric
02.2015 - 01.2016
Owner/Operator
Eco-Fit
06.2012 - 01.2015
Territory Sales Representative
Cybex International
03.2009 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High School
No Degree -
Cape Cod Community College