RACHEL GARDNER

**** ****** ******** **, *******, TX 77067 . Cell: 901-***-**** . Email:

acawmr@r.postjobfree.com

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Career Summary: Project manager with a 17-year record of success in working

on multi-million dollar construction projects for both government and

private sector clients. Experience includes assistance in scheduling all

activities associated with overall project execution to minimize risk and

maximize return. Backed by strong credentials and a proven history of on-

time, on-budget and high-quality project completions. Proficiency in

construction project management processes and safety compliance. An expert

communicator who can work well alone or collaboratively to develop and

produce effective, sound solutions in high-pressure, team-oriented

environments.

Key Strengths: Unique combination of project administration,

interpersonal/communication skills and problem-solving skills. Proven track

record of working with people of diverse cultural, educational and economic

backgrounds. Quickly adapts to new policies and procedures. Posseses

excellent mathematical skills. Develops and nurtures meaningful and lasting

personal and professional relationships. Continually demonstrates a

voracious appetite for learning new things. Evokes enthusiasm in others and

enjoys helping others achieve their goals. Consistently meets and exceeds

commitments and expectation. Is committed to and follows goals. Proactively

seeks formal and informal feedback.

Technical Summary: Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite. Mastery of

ViewPoint, Premavera Contract Manager, Newforma, SharePoint and Prolog.

Additional knowledge of Microsoft Project 2010 and SAP. Able to read,

interpret and follow blue prints, job specifications, technical manuals and

maintain strict compliance with established procedures and safety

standards. OSHA Cerfified (10-hour). Walmart SWPP Certified. Walmart

Remodel Certified. CSI Construction Document Techonolgist Certified (CDT).

First Aid/CPR Certified.

EXPERIENCE

INMAN-EMJ CONSTRUCTION - Project Manager, Memphis, TN 2/12 - 6/13

Assisted with the responsiblility of planning, leading and coordination of

all activities associated with the overall execution of multi-phased

construction projects. Collaborated with superintendents and participated

in the monthly review process. Assisted Construction Manager with

management and maintained project documentation. Ensured contractor

compliance with contract documents.

. Shelby County Regional Forensic Facility, Memphis, TN - (Construction

Value: $10 million)

Construction Manager for the State of Tennessee's new 32,000 square

foot forensic facility. Included examiners offices, mortuary, X-Ray

rooms, laboratories and a library.

. Power Center Academy, Memphis, TN - (Construction Value: $11.5

million)

Construction Manager for the new 83,000 square foot charter school for

middle and high school students.

. Southeast Elementary School, Memphis, TN - (Construction Value: $15

million)

Construction Manager for the new 106,000 square foot elementary school

with classrooms, computer lab,

art room, cafetorium, music department, kitchen, and media center.

. Memphis International Airport Checkpoint B, Memphis, TN -

(Construction Value: $8.3 million)

Construction Manager for the demolition and build-out of a new break

room, training room and accounting area for Delta Air Lines, expansion

of the existing TSA security checkpoint, clerestory addition, tenant

expansion, a new nurse's station and new roof.

. Memphis Airport Delta Upgrades, Memphis, TN - (Construction Value:

$1.6 million)

Construction Manager for the replacement of flight, gate and lobby

information display stands, B Concourse ticket counters, kiosks,

installation of power poles, renovated of pilots' lounge and customer

service offices.

. Memphis Airport Tenant Infill Projects, Memphis, TN - (Construction

Value: $400,000)

Construction Manager for the build-out of existing space within the

airport for Hudson News, Harley Davidson and Sunglass Hut. All work

provided with ongoing airport operations.

. Memphis Airport Family Restrooms, Memphis, TN - (Construction Value:

$950,000)

Construction Manager for the complete renovation of the restrooms at

the Memphis International Airport.

All work provided with ongoing airport operations.

. Memphis Airport Elevator & Escalator Install, Memphis, TN -

(Construction Value: $2.75 milion)

Construction Manager for the installation of new elevators and

escalators in Concourse A & C.

All work provided with ongoing airport operations.

AEROTEK STAFFING/SSOE - Project Management Assistant, Memphis, TN 5/10

- 11/11

Assisted project team management and superintendents with field operations

and construction management activities. Responsibilities included the

processing and distribution of all project documentation including RFP's,

RFI's, change orders, field work orders, administration documents,

submittals and shop drawings. Accountable for communication with

contractors to ensure the successful management of contractual obligations

and to keep projects on schedule, on track and on budget. Performed job

site safety inspections and generated punch lists. Distributed construction

drawings and specifications to contractors via SharePoint and FTP sites.

Projects included: American Snuff Company.

HNEDAK BOBO GROUP, INC. - Construction Contract Coordinator, Memphis, TN

6/03 - 2/10

Accountable for communication with HBG's design team, external consultants,

and contractors to ensure the successful management of all formal contract

administration documents, including submittals, shop drawings, requests for

interpretation, architect's supplemental instructions (ASIs), proposal

requests for changes in construction, and change orders. Responsible for

tracking such documents for execution, distribution and compliance to keep

projects on schedule. Administered bidding procedures and coordinated

owner/architect/contractor meetings. Organized, logged, maintained and

distributed sets of construction drawings and specifications to contractors

all necessary recipients. Projects included: FedEx World Headquarters

Memphis, TN; International Paper Memphis, TN; Northern Quest Casino

Spokane, WA; Potawatomi Bingo Casino Milwaukee, WI; Greektown Casino and

Hotel Detroit, MI; Coushatta Casino Resort Kinder, LA; Oaklawn Jockey Club

Hot Springs, AR; SunTrust Bank, Memphis, TN.

CLARK CONSTRUCTION - Field Office Manager, Memphis, TN 6/97 - 5/03

Provided oversight for all functions associated with the operation of

construction projects. Responsibilities included project start-up, project

close-out, completion of mandatory Federal employment forms, payroll,

accounts payable/receivable, and purchasing. Ensured accurate reporting of

company-owned or rented equipment. Provide safety departments with

information regarding accidents and incidents. Maintained one-on-one

relationships with vendors, subcontractors and owners. Arranged for new

employee drug screenings, post-manpower count for superintendent's use,

post-material order logging, matching of PO's and packing slips for

superintendent review/approval, logged and completion of all required

paperwork in a timely manner and to be forwarded to the corporate office.

Projects included: Memphis Cook Convention Center Expansion and Renovation

Project, Memphis, TN; Surety Projects (all Cost Plus jobs), Memphis, TN;

Overton Park, Memphis, TN; I-40 Rest Areas, Jackson, TN; University of

Mississippi, Hefley Hall, Oxford, MS; Tishomingo School, Holly Springs, MS.

AFFILIATIONS

Construction Specifications Istitute, Membership Chair, 2009-2010.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

STRAYER UNIVERSITY - BBA in Business Administration, Project Management and

Operations, Expected Fall 2014

STRAYER UNIVERSITY - AABA in Business Administration with a focus on

Contract Negotiation and Aquisition, Graduated Cum Laude, 2012

OSHA Cerfified (10-hour). Walmart SWPP Certified. Walmart Remodel

Certified. CSI Construction Document Techonolgist Certified (CDT). First

Aid/CPR Certified.

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