Education

Bachelor of Science, Construction Management

Kent State University

Training and Certifications

OSHA 30 Certificate

Builders Exchange/Blue Book

Project Management/Pre-Construction Software

Coursework in Principles of Management and Microeconomics

Subcontractor Communication

Construction Contracts

Reading Blueprints

Affiliations & Recognition

Board Member, Humane Society of Summit County

Vice President of Administration of the Kent Junior Chamber of Commerce

Rebuilding Together/Adopt a Highway/Habitat for Humanity Volunteer

Wrestlers in Business Organization

Kent State Construction Management Organization

YPN (Young Professionals Network)

Assistant Wrestling Coach at Shaker Heights High School

MAC Award Winner

Youth Wrestling Counselor

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Marcel Clopton

Chief Estimator and Safety Officer

Bio

Marcel’s interest in the construction industry began his sophomore year at Shaker Heights High School while taking architecture classes. Marcel often helped labor for his uncle’s home improvement company. As a state finalist and All American wrestler, he landed at Kent State University to wrestle and pursue a degree in construction management. Marcel met Metis at a Rebuilding Together project and began working with them as an assistant superintendent. Marcel now serves as Chief Estimator and Safety Officer for Metis.

Professional Experience

Metis Construction Services

Chief Estimator/ Safety Consultant: 2019-Present

Lead Estimator/ Safety Consultant: 2012-2018

Kent State University

Adjunct Professor-Estimating: 2018-Present

Shaker Heights High School

Assistant Wrestling Coach: 2014-Present

Kent State University

Supervisor/Manager of Painting: 2012

J & T Home Improvement

Sales/General Labor-Seasonal: 2005-2010