About Me

My journey from construction sites to coding, and how I bring these worlds together.

Kai Mitchell at a construction site

My Story

I started my career with a hard hat and steel-toed boots, learning construction from the ground up. Over a decade in the field taught me the value of precision, teamwork, and adaptability.

As I advanced to management roles, I noticed how technology could transform our industry. Frustrated by the limitations of existing software, I taught myself to code and began building tools that addressed the specific challenges we faced daily.

Today, I bridge these worlds—bringing construction expertise to software development and technological innovation to building projects. This unique perspective allows me to create solutions that truly work for the people who need them.

Whether I'm managing a construction site or architecting a web application, my approach remains the same: build with quality, solve real problems, and always keep learning.

Professional Journey

My career path across construction management and technology

1
2022-Present

Senior Project Manager & Software Developer

BuildTech Solutions

Leading construction projects while developing custom software solutions for the construction industry.

2
2018-2022

Project Manager

Urban Development Corp

Managed multiple commercial and residential construction projects with a focus on sustainable building practices.

3
2015-2018

Assistant Project Manager

Cornerstone Construction

Assisted in the management of construction projects, focusing on scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.

4
2012-2015

Field Engineer

Premier Builders

Worked on-site to ensure construction met design specifications and building codes.

My Values & Approach

The principles that guide my work across all disciplines

Quality-Driven

I believe in doing things right the first time, whether it's pouring a foundation or writing code.

Problem Solver

I thrive on finding innovative solutions to complex challenges across both physical and digital domains.

Continuous Learner

I'm constantly expanding my skills, from new construction techniques to the latest programming frameworks.

Collaborative Leader

I bring teams together, fostering communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Beyond Work

When I'm not on a construction site or coding, you might find me hiking local trails, experimenting with woodworking in my home shop, or volunteering with Habitat for Humanity.

I'm passionate about sustainable building practices and regularly attend workshops and conferences to stay current with green construction technologies and methods.

I also enjoy mentoring young professionals who are interested in construction or technology careers, sharing what I've learned about navigating these industries.

Kai hiking
Kai volunteering
Kai at a conference
Kai woodworking