Sr. Construction Manager, Sr. Project Manager, Owners Representative

GERALD COHEN

*** *. **** ****** *** York, NY 646-***-**** *********@*****.***

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER & OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION CRISIS MANAGEMENT MASTER CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Expert-level fixer and highly-charged Construction Manager with 20+ years’ experience rescuing failing projects.

Known for a fearless approach to problem solving and leading both preconstruction teams and large field operations from

the front. Leverages broad experience in disaster management that spans multi-million dollar new construction,

renovations, and expansions to deliver projects on time and on budget.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Construction Management Contract Administration Subcontractor Management

Project Management Disaster Management Contract Negotiation

Scheduling & Procurement Operational Planning Market Evaluation

Regulatory Compliance Document Control Materials Buy-Out

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

High-End, High-Profile Clients & Landmarks: Projects include commercial construction of airports, hospitals, health

care centers and nursing homes; residential construction includes high rises, historical landmarks, exterior upgrades (Local

Law 11), and residential expansions. Notable projects include:

Expansion of a 9000 sq. ft. space at The Dalton School; project valued at $5.5M. Gutted the 3rd floor and

upgraded the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, as well as the entire interior. Saved at least $300K by creatively adjusting

the construction schedule.

Technical build-out of transmitting facilities and microwave antennas at the World Trade Center communications

towers; project valued at $8M. Managed highly complex technical components through strategic use of engineers

and experts.

Renovated a residential townhouse in Manhattan owned by the Bronfman family; project valued at over $1M.

Converted Madison Square Gardens (twice) to fit specifications for the Democratic National Convention;

combined projects valued at $18M.

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

Senior Construction Manager & Owner’s Representative at GIC Construction Management, Inc. in New York,

NY (2006 to Present)

Construction consultant and local law 11 manager. Manage projects from preconstruction through day to day construction

management, to project close-out. Expert level knowledge of preconstruction activities includes planning and drafting with

designers and architects, conceptual estimating, bid review, and subcontractor selection. Facilitates the entire construction

process including scheduling, procurement, document control, quality control, and crisis management/troubleshooting.

Renovated 89 SRO units at the Cecil Hotel, total cost $6M. Reduced change orders 20% by collaborating with a

subcontractor to handle unforeseen repairs in a more cost effective way than the original contractor.

Restored and waterproofed the exterior brick (Local Law 11 Manager) on the 326 unit apartment building,

Kenmore Hall. Coordinated project logistics between the owner and the contractor to upgrade 110 SRO and 16

bathrooms for members of the Law Project without a single residential complaint. Additionally repaired

structurally degraded steel as part of Local Law 11.

Upgraded the interior and life safety systems of the Church Street School for Music for $2M. Expanded and

renovated 6000 sq. ft. of adjoining basement and 1st floor of three neighboring buildings. Collaborated with

architect, practice room manufacturer, and contractor in the field to ensure correct installation, and proper wiring

for internal fire alarms.

Senior Project Manager for Icon Interiors in New York, NY (2005 to 2006)

GERALD COHEN

350 E. 52nd Street New York, NY 646-***-**** *********@*****.***

Supervised the general contractor with oversight responsibility for all subcontractors. Negotiated contracts, reviewed the

construction schedule and bid estimates, and mitigated cost overruns through accurate document control.

Completed high end renovations for American Securities ($3.5M). Constructed executive office suites with luxury

detail and special cubicles for entry level employees. Negotiated change orders, tracked all documentation (job

status reports, RFIs, and requisitions), and ensured that telecommunications installations met functionality

requirements.

Integrated architectural design into an office renovation for Amsterdam Securities that another contractor had

stalled. Delivered the finished project in 20% less time than initial forecasts.

Senior Construction Consultant for TASC Consulting Services, Inc. in New York, NY (2001 to 2004)

Scheduled and conducted trade and completion inspections, tracked status documentation and maintain logs, organized

subcontractor scope and contractual changes, investigated and analyzed insurance claims and liens, and achieved quality

markers in expedited major change orders.

Reported directly to the company president and rescued the MTA Rail Control Center Building project valued at

$60M with an additional $230M in telecommunications infrastructure after the initial contractor ceased operations.

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Construction Manager at JM Dennis Co. in Wantagh, NY

Rescued a residential construction project of 18,000 sq. ft. valued at $12M that had been languishing for over 3 years.

Improved communication by initiating regular meetings with the architect and subcontractors to resolve design issues, and

delivered the completed structure in 9 months.

Partner at AMBRA Ltd., in New York, NY

Renovated an award-winning Gramercy Park apartment featured in Architectural Digest. Personally oversaw details and

managed the construction team with tight quality control. Additional projects included another award-winning residential

renovation of a 9,000 sq. ft. house in Tuxedo Park. Exported Telecommunication parts, equipment & Architectural

Specialties.

Vice President at AJ Contracting Company in New York, NY

Increased annual volume from $60M to $200M while raising profit margins to 17%. Managed up to 22 projects at any given

time and had management responsibility for 4 superintendents, and coordinated up to 400 construction personnel. Notable

projects include:

Joseph E. Seagram & Sons New York headquarters build-out of 50,000 sq. ft., totaling $12M.

Completed a 57 floor, 120 luxury apartment high rise, Galleria Building, on east 57 th Street for $20M. Selectively

chose the best superintendents and contractors to complete amenities, public and commercial spaces.

Extended the United Airlines terminal at JFK Airport and installed moveable corridors. Adhered to complex

federal regulations regarding airport safety and security.

Expanded Greenpoint Hospital in Brooklyn, NY to include additional medical laboratory space, and physician and

dental examination rooms. Met the unique needs of medical spaces and stayed ahead of medical-specific permits,

licenses, and requirements. Successfully resolved conflicting union issues.

Completed 4 Nursing homes, 1 Health related facility, 1 Adult home, new customs facilities for M oore

McCormack shipping lines, administrative offices for Book of The Month Club & Seatrain Shipping Lines.

EDUCATION & MILITARY EXPERIENCE

United States Army Veteran, Formerly Attached to Nike Guided Missile Demonstrating Team.

Attended Brooklyn College, enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration & Psychology programs.

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