3rd Ridge is a government contracting firm specializing in all aspects of construction, including construction management, general contracting, pre-construction, estimating, and design/build services.
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3rd Ridge is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business owned and operated by a combat SEAL Veteran
About 3rd Ridge
3rd Ridge is a government contracting firm specializing in all aspects of construction, including construction management, general contracting, pre-construction, estimating, and design/build services. Prior to 3rd Ridge, the founder and team have completed over $250 million in projects across the United States; ranging from ground-up development, re-development, to capital & deferred maintenance initiatives. Founded by Matt Bitter, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate, former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, and Wharton MBA, 3rd Ridge brings together deep leadership experience along with development, construction, and on-the-ground management expertise. 3rd Ridge has a relentless commitment to delivering projects on-time, on-budget, and to the highest quality standards.
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Founder’s Background
Matt Bitter brings over 15 years of leadership and real estate experience to his role as Founder and CEO of 3rd Ridge. After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelors of Science and a concentration in engineering, Matt served 9 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL officer. In this role, he led teams of 21 enlisted SEALs, planned and executed over 100 combat missions across Afghanistan, Somalia, and Germany, and oversaw $10M+ in humanitarian and infrastructure projects.
Following his military service, Matt earned an MBA from The Wharton School with a Master’s in Law from the University of Pennsylvania. After graduating, he managed 100 million+ at Blackstone in the real estate group. Together with his brother, Matt turned around and renovated a distressed hotel returning it to back to profitability within the first year of operations.
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Core Competencies
Construction Project Management
Extensive experience managing all phases of real estate development and construction projects from start to finish. Adept at assembling and leading teams of consultants, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to execute projects on-time and on-budget.
Permitting & Approvals
Skilled in navigating complex zoning, permitting, and regulatory approval processes at the local, state, and federal levels. Experienced in interfacing with key government bodies, including the Department of Transportation and Army Corps of Engineers.
Asset Management
Proven ability to drive asset performance and value through strategic planning, proactive management, and a hands-on approach. Currently overseeing a $25M portfolio of manufactured housing and multi-family assets.
Approach & Capabilities
3rd Ridge approaches each project with a mission-driven mindset, treating every contract with the highest degree of urgency, integrity, and commitment. Applying expertise and best practices gained across military and private sector experience, we offer comprehensive capabilities to deliver end-to-end project success.
Commitment to Government Clients
3rd Ridge is committed to being a trusted, long-term partner to government agencies seeking skilled, experienced, and reliable real estate & construction services. With a principal who has proudly served his country and understands the unique needs and challenges of government projects, 3rd Ridge brings an unparalleled sense of duty, discipline, and mission to every contract. We stand ready to deploy our expertise and resources immediately to help government agencies achieve their real estate and construction goals with superior quality, efficiency, and value.
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