SUMMARY:

Thirty four years experience performing and managing public- and private-sector projects. Effective negotiator and decision-maker. Graduate in Civil Engineering with broad knowledge and experience in public works construction, including educational facilities improvements, highway and transit infrastructure improvements, electric power generation plant improvements, and sports and entertainment facility construction. Well-versed in California Education Code procurement laws and processes and Federal Acquisition Regulations FAR . Goal-oriented. Strong skills in leadership, management, policy development, public speaking and working with public agency policy boards.

EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Conduct formal and on-the-job training and mentoring in areas of procurement and contract administration for junior level staff and Los Angeles World Airport personnel. Assists Owner with planning of procurements and setting pre-award schedules for contracts including Board Actions. Assist in Contract standardization process. Prepare reports and correspondence. Confirm final contract documents. Prepare draft award recommendations and Board reports. Prepare draft of RFP/NIB/RFB and any addendum needed. Prepare responses to written Requests for Clarifications from potential bidder/Proposers. Prepare and update Contract and Procurement templates .Created language for Special Conditions for RFPs and NIB. Created and edit first draft of Project Requirements Div 1 for all procurements. Edited and updated contractual language on contractual templates. Conformed contractual documents. Conducted analysis on past and present Special Conditions on projects creating recommendations for new language. Created and Edited statement of work for procurements. Collaborated with procurement teams in establishing requirements, vendor selection criteria. Presented alternative solutions where applicable. Performed as a key contributing member of Procurement team. Collaborated with internal stakeholders to ensure Procurement program, policies and procedures are appropriate and aligned with strategic priorities. Focused on service and solution oriented results. Provided thought leadership to the offices services procurement team to ensure that all Procurement programs are aligned with objectives and in compliance with City policies.

Confidential

Evaluated contractual issues regarding the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station SONGS , specifically in regard to steam generator failures. Presented recommendations regarding alternate strategies for risk mitigation and mitigation of potentially adverse financial impacts on rate payers and investors. Other general duties included: evaluate, develop and manage implementation of business and strategic initiatives and core business concepts that have major financial or operational impact on the business unit or company. Projects are long-term in nature and typically have major impact on key business units and company objectives. Manage interface among multiple departments to research, coordinate and prepare findings and policy positions regarding corporate generation planning strategy. Review legislation, expert witness and public testimony, California Public Utility Commission/California Energy Commission decisions, regulatory reports, industry papers, regulations, etc. Prepare policy positions and action recommendations. Prepare and issue white papers on topics and issues regarding the company's generation assets owned, such as the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, as well as contracted facilities . Prepare testimony, comments, proposed decisions and briefs pertaining to State of California regulatory and legal proceedings. Conduct financial analyses. Review emerging technologies.

Confidential

• Planned, directed, monitored and coordinated all activities of Contracts and Purchasing Department. Provided direction for the negotiation and interpretation of contracts, focusing on risk mitigation and compliance with company policy, the law and federal regulations. Negotiated terms and prepared contracts for key procurements. Provided solutions in contracts and problem resolution recommendations in conformance with Federal regulations. Evaluated current departmental processes and implemented process improvements to increase efficiency. Re-wrote the entire SOP Standards of Operations for the Job Corps federal project Contracting Department.
• Prepared and maintained District-wide policies and procedures for contract development, formal bidding processes, and purchasing conducted training workshops to provide information regarding contract development, formal bidding and purchasing processes and procedures. Developed sourced and managed external solutions including the supplier, management and selection and deployment of major categories including office supplies, fleet, fuel cards, print services, small package delivery, facilities management, cafeteria, maintenance, facilities management and marketing.
• Conducted special studies and analyses developed and prepared reports and documentation performed special projects as requested
• From January, 2012 to Nov, 2012, provided part-time support to the YWCA up to 20 hours per week to assist in completing critical purchasing and contract administration functions and in establishing purchasing and contracting policies and procedures, pursuant to federal requirements.

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• Managed the Professional Services Contracts Group in the preparation of all professional services agreements contracts, task orders and contract amendments pursuant to Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustees authorization. Managed administration of over 571 professional services contracts with a value of 430 million. Responsible for the timely award and execution of subcontracts that encompass the full scope of work necessary to build large scale commercial/government construction projects 50M . Lead the group in the review and preparation of large, complex contracts within required timeframes.
• Planned, organized, supervised and evaluated the work of assigned staff developed, implemented and monitored work plans to achieve assigned goals and objectives contributed to development of and monitored performance against the annual departmental budget participated in developing, implementing and evaluating work programs, plans, processes, systems and procedures to achieve program and District goals, objectives and performance measures consistent with the District's quality and service expectations.
• Provided day-to-day leadership and worked with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment which supported achieving District objectives and service expectations provided leadership and participated in programs and activities that promoted a positive employee relations environment. Prepared negotiation plans to ensure success
• Planned, directed, managed, evaluated and oversaw the activities and staff of the purchasing and contracts management department supervised, directed and participated in the preparation, review and processing of District purchase orders and contracts ensured compliance with federal, state and local codes, regulations, laws and policies governing purchasing and contracting processes.
• Directed development and preparation of bid specifications, requests for qualifications, requests for quotation, requests for proposals, purchase orders and contracts for the purchase or rental of goods and for contracting for services and other third party contracts determined and selected appropriate contract requirements, such as deliverables, payment schedules, penalties, insurance requirements and dispute resolution procedures ensured bid, purchasing and contracting processes complied with advertising and bidding requirements. Utilized and managed both formal and informal bidding procedures for public works and other contracts. Arranged cooperative purchasing agreements with county, state and other government agencies
• Directed and reviewed preparation of recommendations for Board actions as they related to contract, supplies and procurement activities. Established calendar of due dates in accordance with Board meeting dates for the bond management team.
• Other duties included the following:
• Ensured risk analysis of proposal input and contract terms is conducted, and presented reports and recommendations to executive management.
• Oversaw Request for proposals RFP preparation and ensured offer met requirements and followed corporate policy.
• Developed and implemented policies, procedures and best practices.
• Developed metrics to increase efficiency and performance for the Contracts Group.
• Supported cross functional teams in maximizing change order opportunities and follow-on business opportunities.
• Worked closely with peers to ensure quality solutions within the required timeframes.
• Kept abreast of emerging best practices and technologies and evaluated and recommended improvements, as needed.
• Ensured staff followed corporate policy and procedures.
• Analyzed complex proposals that might have required integrating bids from subcontractors and other potential vendors.
• Supported and advised management on contractual rights and obligations and served as a resource for interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Reviewed and approved alternate language of non-standard, complex contract terms.
• Presented non-standard terms and contractual issues to the next level for review and approval.
• Interfaced with outside counsel, as required.
• Additionally, I had a staff of eight for which I had the following responsibilities
• Hired, trained, supervised and appraised employees.
• Coached and mentored employees to promote individual growth and provided direction to employees in support of corporate vision, values and goals.
• Monitored group costs in accordance with established budgets.
• Reported on a scheduled basis the status of all contracts and goals to department and company executives.
• Provided and ensured that the team provided exceptional customer service

Confidential

• Provided administrative and functional management support of business functions, including contracts, budgeting, finance, general administration and marketing/business development. Reviewed and edited business proposals and submitted contract content, as required.
• Participated in P L reviews with executive management, elevating areas of contractual risk and presented recommendations to mitigate risk.
• Drafted, negotiated and concluded sales contracts and analyzed complex proposals.
• Supported and advised management on contractual rights and obligations and served as a resource for interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Reviewed and approved alternative language of non-standard, complex contract terms.

Confidential

Managed the Contracts Administration, Purchasing and Reprographics Department. Ensured that all transactions and procedures complied with state law and district policy. Managed over 265 million in purchases for the District. Conducted oversight of all construction proposals, projects and contracts. Developed administrative procedures and end-user instructions. Planned, directed, monitored and coordinated all activities of an assigned contracts group within the Contracts/Legal Affairs Department. Provided direction for the negotiation and interpretation of contracts, focusing on risk mitigation and compliance with company policy and legal regulations. Negotiated terms and prepared contracts for key accounts. Reviewed and prepared Requests for Proposals RFP . Performed comprehensive risk assessments and presented contractual rights, obligations and risks analyses and recommendations to executive management. Provided solutions in contracts and problem resolution recommendations which supported corporate revenue recognition requirements. Evaluated current departmental processes and implemented process improvements to increase efficiency. Developed sourced and managed external solutions including the supplier, management and selection and deployment of major categories including office supplies, fleet, fuel cards, print services, small package delivery, facilities management, cafeteria, maintenance, facilities management and marketing.

Confidential

Provided administrative and functional management support of business functions, including contracts, budgeting, finance, general administration and marketing/business development.

Confidential

Managed contracting programs for various electric power plant improvement projects. Retained delegated authority to prepare, negotiate and execute contracts valued up to 3 million. Ensured that all acquisitions and contract administration programs, as well as contractual commitments for equipment, supplies and services, were in compliance with company procedures. Developed, negotiated and managed all forms of contracts for materials and services.

Confidential

As an independent consultant, provided contract administration services focused at correcting major deficiencies in the agency's contracting functions. Prepared state-of-the-art methods and contracting procedures and trained staff in carrying out contract administration functions in accordance with state laws and regulations. Processed professional services agreements to assist the agency in overcoming a large backlog of work.

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Managed contract administration, construction accounting, document control, budget, construction cost and scheduling and other administrative functions within the Construction/Development Department. Lead staff activities through a matrix organization structure. Planned and coordinated activities and projects for final completion of a cost-effective design and construction of a quality sports and entertainment arena. Served as second-in-command to Vice President of Development. Represented LA Arena before public agencies and business community.

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Administered complex construction and professional services contracts. Managed procurement of materials and supplies. Served as chairperson of agency team organized to prepare and evaluate bids/proposals, ensuring integrity of source selection process. Coordinated with engineering staff in writing technical specifications. Developed a variety of contract types, fee arrangements and contractual terms and conditions. Assured contract compliance with agency procedures, contract specifications, Federal Acquisition Regulations FAR , FTA Circulars, as well as Public Contracting Code requirements.

Confidential

Planned, directed and coordinated special projects consistent with agency goals. Provided liaison between Executive Officer of Construction and other departments, including Agency Board members and Board committees. Interacted with agency/departmental management in resolving departmental issues. Provided administrative and analytical support to Executive Officer of Construction in the areas of budget, operations, management and administration. Prepared and presented reports to executive staff and Board of Directors. Performed confidential operational studies and investigations, and presented oral and written reports of findings and recommended solutions.

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Administered engineering and professional services contracts. Developed corrective actions to be taken on problems with design consultants and professional firms and contractors. Prepared written and verbal agenda items to be presented to the agency Board of Directors and committees. Managed all procurements pertaining to joint development projects. Managed procurement of professional, support and technical services and of complex real estate acquisitions. Developed and monitored detailed acquisition plans and prepared RFPs, IFBs, contracts and related documents in compliance with Authority rules and regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations FAR , Public Contract Code and other applicable rules and regulations.

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Supervised 22 administrative, technical and professional contract administration staff members on the 1.4 billion, Metro Red Line Segment 1 Rail Construction Project. Provided leadership to subordinate staff in the day-to-day administration of construction, architectural, engineering systems, professional services and technical services contracts. Managed the Construction Accounts Payable and Administrative Contracts Information System functions, the Document Control Section, Audits Section and Grants section.

Confidential

Developed computer system for monitoring cost performance for a major capital project. Served as staff expert for computerized cost control system applications. Developed work breakdown structure WBS and system policies and procedures. Produced comprehensive project status reports. Served as integrated team leader for agency and consultant staff organized to carry out special projects. Supervised three cost analysts.

Confidential

Prepared and maintained master project budgets and schedules. Coordinated budgeting and scheduling efforts with in-house project staff as well as outside contractors. Undertook land development feasibility studies. Participated in evaluation of proposal submittal for alternative energy projects. Conducted Cost Trend Analysis program.

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Conducted studies on future transit projects. Prepared Federal Transit Administration FTA grant application for capital improvement projects. Participated in design of the I-105 Glenn Anderson Freeway.

Confidential

Developed and reviewed construction schedules. Participated in the computerization of CPM schedules. Coordinated change orders with field staff.