Objective

Construction Project Manager

Summary

Highly experienced, results-oriented facilities project manager / designer with diversified background in commercial, institutional and residential projects. Successfully planned and coordinated million dollar construction / renovation projects. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and communicate across the organization. Prides self on planning and organizational skills.

Accomplishments

Managing Change

Demonstrated project management skills during several large remodeling projects and ground up branch construction projects. Met with groups to establish needs and unusual requests, developed a space plan, developed project budgets, got support from management, solicited bids from the outside, awarded contracts, developed move logistics, and after the move, conducted interviews with affected employees.
Provided construction management for my projects by coordinating trades, approving submittals, handling field design changes, managing change orders, and approving progress payments. I was responsible for all capital asset accounting for my projects.
Developed a move-coordination model and applied it to four 200-person phased moves. Led kickoff meetings to develop a project schedule and determine needs of all parties (affected employees, vendors, contractors, IT, Security, etc.) Set regular meetings scheduled to measure progress and look for “red flags”. Post move, conducted move appraisal meetings to evaluate the project.
Created and implemented a standardized space allocation plan. The organization was randomly allocating space and not using industry-standard methods of measuring usable square footage. Developed a floor plan that clearly delineated departmental boundaries and cost centers for charge backs. Floor plans and spread sheets were presented to department heads for buy in and approval. Subsequently, the organization went from chaotic space allocation to a defined plan and process. This refined process has been an essential tool in strategic planning for future space needs.
Orchestrated the continuous small reorganizations that occurred on a weekly basis. As personnel were reassigned, office configurations became an issue. Each project was evaluated based on business needs, space available, budget constraints, ergonomic issues, ADA and egress compliance. Critical business functions had to continue uninterrupted while any changes were made.

Establishing Standards and Procedures

Responsible for managing a design staff of five interior designers and one CAD Tech. Had the responsibility to allocate project assignments from four sales teams based on workloads and business priorities. Counseled individuals to foster a team effort and develop career path objectives. Proposed innovative compensation incentives to company management. Conducted recruitment and interviews for replacement and supplemental staff positions. Documented and took corrective measures to avert behavior which went against company policy.
Standardized the pertinent information format for 350 bank-occupied properties in six states. A plan was needed to collect the important site data such as gas, water, and electric cut-offs. It was essential that personnel unfamiliar with a particular property could easily locate the appropriate cut-off in an emergency. Worked with regional facilities managers and CAD Tech to collect pertinent information, took photographs of each property, and created a standard manual. These were distributed to all regions and now provide a concise record of floor plans, legal descriptions, and other important information. This has proved important in disaster recovery.
Formalized furniture standards for the organization. Worked with vendors to designate furniture for the various size offices. After standards were implemented, furniture reconfiguration during personnel moves went much more smoothly. In addition, the most cost-effective furniture configurations were in place.
Evaluated ergonomic features of a variety of vendor task chairs. Negotiated pricing based on projected volume. Evaluated costs vs. features of 15 chairs from three manufacturers. Ultimately standardized on two chairs with different ergonomic features. Findings were published to the department heads to aid in equipment budget planning. 
Assumed the role of organization’s ergonomics expert. Showed staff how to properly adjust chairs, keyboard trays, and workstations to minimize physical problems. Sent out by the Human Resources department as the first response to ergonomic complaints.
Contributed to CAD (Computer Aided Design) standards for all of the organization’s drawing files. Different groups had been working with various architects and vendors. Developed standards that focused information necessary for managing the properties on a daily basis and eliminating unnecessary details and information. After implementation, design changes were easier to effect when new architects and vendors were used.
Initiated a property inspection form and process. Periodic property inspections were necessary to insure buildings were being properly cleaned and maintained. Investigated industry standards and created a custom format to fit the company. On a regular basis, sites were checked for damage, cleanliness, condition of landscape and paving, and other issues. This process has allowed management to be aware of the physical condition of the numerous properties held by the corporation and assisted in budgeting major replacement / repair projects.

Work Experience

Confidential – Total Asset Services Corp. 2007 - 2009
Workplace Consultant 

Confidential 2000 - 2007
Facilities Project Manager 

Confidential 1995 - 2000
Project Manager 
Director of Design 
Project Designer

Education

B.S. Interior Design, Confidential University
Emphasis in Architecture

Proficiencies

Certified Interior Designer, National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ)
Certificate #3993
Preparing for Certified Facility Manager (CFM) Exam
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