Summary of Qualifications
As a Project Manager for Charter, Jerry Burgess does “whatever it takes” in the successful restoration of structures damaged due to water intrusion, smoke, fire, and vehicle impact. Jerry has been surrounded by the construction industry his entire life, with an educator and carpenter for a father. While working for a local contractor, he became more experienced in residential and commercial construction.

Starting out as a laborer, and then moving into roles as a commercial and residential carpenter for several years, he took that experience and knowledge and started his own business. He has been directly responsible for building over 200 homes of various sizes and styles.

In recent years, Jerry’s focus has been primarily on estimating and managing insurance restoration projects. The nature of insurance response requires attention to detail, superb customer service and the ability to respond immediately to a variety of situations. Having been in several superintendent and project management roles, Jerry efficiently moves a project from start to completion with a goal of surpassing the client’s expectations.

Professional Accomplishments

• Certified Water Damage Restoration Technician- Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration
  
• Certified Mold in Buildings Training- AMEC
  
• Proficient in Xactimate Estimating software
  
• RCS Certification - National Association of Home Builders
  
• 2006 Building Excellence Award- Built two first place award winning homes-
  
• Home Builders Association of Portland

Selected Projects 

• Pearl District Condominium Project – Time sensitive restoration of a 12 story upscale condominium building due to extensive water damage in Portland’s Pearl District that involved daily interaction with HOA, owners, contractors and City of Portland Building Department.
• Lafayette, OR Residential Community – Production superintendent for this community of 109 homes, 300,000 SF of living space, community center with outdoor pool, clubhouse and fitness center. Valued at approximately $35,000,000.
• Vancouver Residence – Prestigious three story home in Vancouver, WA requiring water damage restoration. Scope involved removal and replacement of unique wide plank pine flooring, complete remodel of two kitchens and three bathrooms including marble and tile counters and new custom cabinets that were badly damaged in the water loss. This was a time sensitive project due to the fact that it was listed for sale; it was back on the market on schedule with a delighted client.