Scout Program Management

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REVIEW OWNER CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
DEVELOP A TARGET PROJECT BUDGET FOR ALL COSTS
DEVELOP OVERALL PROJECT PHASING
ATTEND OWNER AND DESIGNER MEETINGS
PROVIDE BUDGET AND SCHEDULE FEEDBACK
MONITOR CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS PRIOR TO BID
PERFORM CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEW OF DESIGN
PERFORM BUILDING ENVELOPE REVIEW OF MATERIALS
REVIEW DRAWINGS AND SPECS FOR COMPLETENESS
SOLICIT CONTRACTORS TO HELP INCREASE BID PARTICIPATION
DEVELOP BID PRE-QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
DEVELOP BUDGET CONTROL MEASURES FOR OWNER

ENSURE THAT ALL PARTIES ARE INFORMED
CONDUCT ALL MEETINGS
WEEKLY SITE VISITS
CONDUCT NECESSARY PRE-INSTALL
REVIEW ALL PAY REQUESTS
ADDRESS DEFICIENCY OBSERVATIONS
DOCUMENT PROGRESS WITH PHOTOGRAPHS
GIVE REGULAR PROJECT UPDATES
COORDINATE AND SCHEDULE DELIVERIES
ASSIST WITH COORDINATING MOVE-IN
CONDUCTING ALL CLOSE OUT PROCEDURES
ENSURE ALL THIRD PARTIES COMPLETE THEIR SCOPE

TEAM

SLOAN WALKER

PRINCIPAL + LEAD AP

SLOAN@SCOUTPM.COM

Sloan is a native of Roanoke and a graduate of Handley High School and Auburn University. Since earning his bachelor’s degree in Building Science, Sloan has worked in the construction industry for 20 years, serving in both General Contractor and Program Management positions on several education projects.

He and his wife, Brandi, have been married 19 years and have two children. They live in Birmingham and attend Birmingham Community Church in Bluff Park. He loves spending time with his family, hunting with his bird dog, and working on his classic car.

Jay grubbs

PRINCIPAL, MBA, CCM

JAY@SCOUTPM.COM

After earning his bachelor's degree in Building Science at Auburn University, Jay began a career in the construction industry that has spanned more than 20 years, primarily in K-12 construction. He has managed construction for more than 23 school systems in Alabama and Georgia, including: 9 new high school programs, 6 career academies, 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 17 gymnasiums, and 7 performing arts centers.

He holds an MBA from the University of West Georgia and the Certified Construction Manager certification from Construction Management Association of America.

Jay and his wife, Kellie, live in Heflin with their three children. He is a lifelong member of Heflin First United Methodist Church and is active in several civic organizations.

Chris Clark

DIRECTOR OF FIELD OPERATIONS

CHRIS@SCOUTPM.COM

Chris Clark is a native of Clay, Alabama, and a graduate of Hewitt-Trussville High School and Auburn University. Since earning his degree in Building Science, Chris has served as project manager on multiple school, hospital, residential, and commercial projects.

Chris brings more than two decades of experience in labor/material resource management, building code compliance, budget allocation, and safety and regulatory compliance to the Scout management team. He is OSHA certified. He is a proven leader in scheduling, problem solving, conflict resolution, and prioritizing all aspects of a project to achieve the best outcomes for stakeholders and owners.

Chris and his wife, Amber, have three daughters. In his free time, he enjoys golf, travel and serving at his church.

Jim Cunningham

SENIOR ADVISOR

JCUNNINGHAM@SCOUTPM.COM

Jim is a lifelong educator who retired in July of 2021 after 42 years of service. The last 18 years of his career, he served as Superintendent of Fort Payne City Schools. During the 2020-2021 school year, he served as President of the School Superintendents of Alabama.

As Superintendent, Jim worked in all aspects of the educational process which included school construction and renovation. During his tenure, the Fort Payne City School System built a new elementary and intermediate school, culinary facility, high school band hall, robotics labs, health science and various other science labs, athletic facilities, etc.

He brings many years of experience and knowledge to our team. He and his wife, Bettina, have been married for 35 years and have three children and six grandchildren. Jim enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and riding mules.

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