Jon Vogt

About Jon Vogt

I am an analytical and detailed-oriented professional with extensive experience in overseeing, managing, and improving company operations to drive organizational growth. Throughout my professional career I delivered exceptional results while holding restoration positions, from estimating, to a senior level officer, and shareholder of the company. I am a certified building inspector with multiple OSHA certifications. I hold three industry masters through the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), including Master Fire and Smoke Restorer, Master Textile Cleaner, and Master Water Restorer.Leveraging my key expertise and industry knowledge, I excel at providing emergency service response, contents restoration, consulting, and mitigation to restore calm in the most chaotic of events. I am highly proficient in utilizing available resources to meet and fulfill any property damage situation, and rendering high quality service to customers and the insurance industry. As a critical thinker and problem-solver, I always outperformed in eliminating gaps in process that helped reduce redundancy to save costs. I possess detailed understanding of the industry\'s estimating platforms, including Xactimate, Symbility, along with T&M pro. I exhibit excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills at all business levels.

Experience

1. Regional Director

   BluSky Restoration Contractors

   May 2023 — Present · Pennsylvania, OH, US

   As a Regional Director I\'ll help oversee and manage the operations within an expanding region. My primary focus will be to support our regional team in the state of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Ohio. I will have a strong focus on growth and operational Execellence while ensuring a solid customer experience.Some key areas of responsibility:Provide strong leadership to the regional team to ensure a cohesive, motivated workforce.• Assists with recruiting, training, and developing staff to maintain a skilled and efficient workforce.• Coache and train individuals how to sign large projects.• Provide oversight on large loss projects.• Help negotiate contracts and final project payments with Building Consultants and Adjusters.• Provides oversight on the DSO.• Ensure the VP’s have a full understanding of the P&L. Assists the RVP to manage to a success equation to achieve the required EBITDA. • Take care of all legal matters and works with BluSky’s Corporate Attorney or designated attorney as required.• Assist with setting performance expectations and conducts performance evaluations when needed.• Oversees the planning and execution of large restoration projects, including CAT. Work with the National team on CAT planning to make sure the Region is equipped and ready to mobilize.• Ensure large projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards and regulations.• Monitor project progress and implement strategies to improve efficiency and quality. • Assist the Regional VP look for ways to ensure the financial health of the region.• Implements cost control measures to maximize profitability.• Analyze financial data to make informed decisions to drive growth. • Implement feedback mechanisms and continuously improve service quality.• Prioritize the safety of both employees and clients during restoration projects.• Foster effective communication and collaboration among regional teams, corporate, and external stakeholders.

Education

• York College of Pennsylvania

  BS. Criminal Law and Procedure , Criminal Law

  1998 — 2002

Skills

• Builders
• Flooring
• Carpet
• Iicrc Certified
• Pre-Construction
• Contract Negotiation
• Plumbing
• Process Scheduler
• Remediation
• Renovation
• Customer Satisfaction
• Sales Management
• Fire Restoration
• Asbestos
• Roofers
• Xactimate
• Budgets
• Reconstruction
• Storm Damage
• Claim
• Team Building
• Carpentry
• Mitigation
• Operations Management
• Flood
• Strategic Planning
• Mold
• Restoration
• Applied Structural Drying
• Water
• Indoor Air Quality
• Property Damage
• Water Damage Restoration
• Thermal Imaging
• Construction
• Structural Drying
• Water Damage
• Mold Remediation
• Fire Management
• Subcontracting