Mark Krober

Manufactured Housing Project Management Leader | Zone Manager | Construction & Installation Operations | Dealer Network Expansion | Schedule Optimization | KPI Driven Performance

Elkhorn, Wisconsin, United States

About

Experienced Lead Project Manager with 20+ years experience looking forward to continuing to grow in the manufactured housing industry. Expertise in strategic planning & execution, risk management, budget management, time management, quality controls, and developing and maintaining vendor relationships. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in managing concurrent responsibilities, establishing priorities, operating efficiently in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, and consistently meeting stringent deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills with great ability to interact with executive level team members and external clients, including architects, engineers, and contractors. Lead a geographically dispersed team across multiple states, managed regional vendor relations, and deliver Key Performance Indicators for corporate leadership and stakeholders. I bring a unique combination of leadership, technical knowledge, and sales acumen from my past roles, including Lead New Home Project Manager and a Territory Sales Manager. Whether I am managing installations, negotiating with vendors, or aligning project timelines with strategic business goals, I approach each task with focus, integrity, and efficiency. Deep understanding of the manufactured home site preparation and installation process, as outlined in HUD 3285. Ability to effectively communicate with vendors to achieve Federal, State and Municipal code compliance in a timely manner. Core Competencies: Leadership and Team Building, Strategic Planning & Execution, Budget Oversight, Vendor Relationship Builder, Cross Functional Collaboration, Effective Communication, Conflict Resolution, Risk Management, Adaptability, Problem Solving Industry Experience: Project Management, Leadership, Sales, Operation Management Let's connect! You may message me via linkedin or [email protected]

Experience

  • Director of Infill - Manufactured Housing at BLC Communities
    May 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    Lead the strategic development and execution of manufactured home infill projects focused on transforming vacant sites into occupied, cash-flowing assets. Manage the full lifecycle of each project, including site assessment, home specification and sourcing, contractor coordination, utility integration, installation oversight, permitting, inspections, and final occupancy approvals. Partner with acquisition and operations teams during the due diligence process for prospective community acquisitions by evaluating vacant site conditions, infrastructure requirements, site feasibility, and projected development costs. Assist in developing capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets and infill strategies to support investment underwriting and long-term asset performance. Drive operational efficiency by coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, municipalities, and utility providers to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations. Specialize in: * Manufactured home community infill strategy * Acquisition due diligence and site evaluation * Capital expenditure (CapEx) planning and budgeting * Site optimization and home placement * Project and vendor management * Utility and infrastructure coordination * Regulatory compliance and inspections * Certificate of Occupancy execution * Revenue-generating asset deployment

  • Zone Manager at Champion Home Builders, Inc.
    Jul 2025 - May 2026 · 11 mos

  • New Home Lead Project Manager at RHP Properties
    May 2022 - Jul 2025 · 3 yrs 3 mos

  • Territory Sales and Project Manager at Style Crest, Inc. dba Mobile Home Stuff Store
    Mar 2019 - May 2022 · 3 yrs 3 mos

    Manufactured Home Product Distributor and Service Provider

  • Sales and Operations Manager at Mobile Home Stuff Store Inc
    Sep 2012 - Mar 2019 · 6 yrs 7 mos

    Manufactured Home Product Distributor and Service Provider