Rodney Smith, President of Raptor Plumbing
Raptor Plumbing is proud to welcome Rodney as President. He will guide our team with a relentless focus on operational excellence and smart technology, ensuring Raptor Plumbing remains the most efficient and technologically sophisticated construction subcontractor in South Florida.
Rodney’s path began at the University of Florida, where a summer break led him to Michael Christie Plumbing as a plumber’s helper. Seeking real field experience to later strengthen office operations, he learned the trade from the ground up and discovered a passion for construction, even adding coursework at UF’s construction school.
Over the next decade, Rodney advanced through increasingly demanding estimating roles, mastering project costs, schedules, and vendor relationships. In 2022, he became Director of Purchasing for a statewide structural contractor in Florida, expanding his construction expertise while leading high-impact procurement and process improvement initiatives.
His curiosity for innovation grew into formal skills in computer programming, with a focus on data analysis, artificial intelligence, and automation. To deepen that foundation, Rodney is currently pursuing a Master’s in Computer and Information Technology at the University of Pennsylvania.
Looking forward, Rodney is excited to guide Raptor Plumbing into the future of construction. With his mix of field experience, leadership, and tech skills, he’s focused on helping our team work smarter, build stronger, and set new standards for plumbing and construction in South Florida.
