Project Manager Engineer

Jim Adam

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Senior Estimator / Project Manager / Contract Manager

Over 20 years of experience in advanced-level estimation as well as project-

contract management, engineering, and team leadership roles. Earned MS and

BSME degrees. Received Secret Security Clearance from the U.S. Department

of Defense.

Year-over-year success in providing comprehensive estimates and

process/team direction within billion-dollar and multimillion-dollar

initiatives, including such international locations as Jordan, Afghanistan,

Angola, Japan and Italy. Solid record of achievements contributing to

success of diverse projects including airports, commercial buildings, High

Rise, Hotels, Casinos, Power plants, water and Waste water treatment

facilities, Government Facilities, Education, Office Buildings,

Transportation, Power and Distribution, Industrial.

. Collaboration - Highly effective team player and collaborator with

clients, contractors, and all parties involved in complex projects. Work

cross-functionally to address and resolve critical problems under tight

timelines.

. Flexibility - Demonstrate the ability to adapt readily to changing

organizational and project needs, including adjusting to sudden changes

within projects and working within fast-paced environments (e.g. Fluor

Daniel).

. Results - Recognized by supervisors and peers throughout career for above-

and-beyond contributions, including formal recognition for Department of

Defense project service and current contributions to the New WTC project.

Professional Experience

AECOM - New York, NY - 2009-Date

1- AECOM, Davis Langdon New York, NY -2012-Date

Senior Mechanical-Electrical Estimator

. Conducted comprehensive project estimations at all levels, Conceptual

Design, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents

through a hands-on approach and proper management of resources and

analyzed requirements, timelines, and budgets to provide accurate

estimations, reviewing all codes and specifications in detail. Interacted

with Project Managers and Project Engineer, conducted field visits,

organized jobs, and established relationships with product

manufacturers/vendors. develop bid packages for trade contractors,

assemble and analyze bids and assist in contractor and vendor de-scope

and buyout, analyzing plans, specifications, proposals, and other

documents, develop viable suggestions for value engineering with strong

general construction background.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Contributed to many projects with budgets ranging from $100,000 to

$900 million, providing highly accurate estimations and change

management for new and renovated projects for MEP, HVAC, Duct works,

plumbing, fire protection, Control, Medium/ low voltage, Power and

Distribution, emergency Generators/ UPS, Lighting, CCTV, Security,

Customer Information system, Radio/ Telephone/ Antenna, SCADE, BMS,

Fiber optic backbone/ Telecom equipment, Traction power, Rails/

Signals, Piping and GC.

2- AECOM, TISHMAN - New York, NY - 2009-2012

Senior Electrical-Mechanical Estimator

Provided estimating services for 2 large-scale projects:

World Trade Center Transportation Hub; Total Value: 3.5 Billion-Dollar

Project; Overview: Served as Senior Estimator for all HVAC, Controls,

plumbing, chiller, Fire Protections, as well as, low /medium voltage,

Lighting, E Emergency Generators/ UPS, SCADA, BMS, Antenna/Radio, CCTV

Security, Fire Alarm, Telephone, Backbone, Customer Information System,

Rails/ Traction Power and Distribution, and GC for installations and change

orders as part of joint venture Tishman-Turner Construction project to

complete construction of new World Trade Center PATH terminal.

City Center, Las Vegas, NV; Total Value: $8 Billion Project; Overview:

Functioned as the Senior Electrical Mechanical Estimator for joint venture

between MGM Mirage and Dubai World. The mega-development construction

included a 61-story, 4,000-room centerpiece hotel/casino and 6 additional

buildings with ~2,300 additional hotel room, 900 private residences, and

500,000 sq. ft. of dining, entertainment, and retail shops.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Developed comprehensive electrical/mechanical and some GC estimate for

future World Trade Center hub that will act as a gateway for an

estimated 250,000 pedestrians on a daily basis, including sub-grade

pedestrian connections to link PATH system with the New York City

Transit subway system (MTA).

. Prepared massive electrical/mechanical estimate for largest U.S.

commercial development (18 million sq. ft. mega-development on 67

acres in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip); the City Center achieved 6

LEED Gold Certifications at the site. Worked on change orders and

reviewed other MEP change orders.

FLUOR CORPORATION - New York, NY - 2004-2009

Principal Electrical-Mechanical Estimator

Functioned as the Lead on all aspects of cost planning and budgeting during

pre-construction phase of large-scale project, performing all pre-

construction functions affecting construction costs. Assumed leadership for

deliverables on RFP responses and led pre-bid job reviews with

subcontractors. Supported Director of Preconstruction with management of

group and training for cost engineers/estimating personnel.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Managed the entire estimating process for the MEP of a $3.5 billion

project at the New World Trade Center transportation hub, leading

estimating team from different JV companies and negotiating change

orders for HVAC, Controls, plumbing, chiller, Fire Protections, as

well as, low /medium voltage, Lighting, E Emergency Generators/ UPS,

SCADA, BMS, Antenna/Radio, CCTV Security, Fire Alarm, Telephone,

Backbone, Customer Information System, Rails/ Traction Power and

Distribution, and GC.

. Developed business with both new and existing clients; maintained

strong, sustainable relationships with contacts industry-wide.

CON EDISON - New York, NY - 2003-2004

Senior Mechanical-Electrical Estimator

Conducted comprehensive project estimations while under contract with Con

Edison's Central Engineering department (spanning New York City and

Westchester County). Analyzed requirements, timelines, and budgets to

provide accurate estimations, reviewing all codes and specifications in

detail. Interacted with Project Managers and Project Engineer, conducted

field visits, organized jobs, and established relationships with product

manufacturers/vendors.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Contributed to over 30 projects within 1st year of tenure with Con

Edison, with budgets ranging from $100,000 to $420 million, providing

highly accurate Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing and civil

estimations for power generation and distributions for High/Medium and

Low Voltage.

COAXIAL DESIGN, INC. - Jersey City, NJ - 1998-2003

Estimator/Project Manager, 12/2001-1/2003

Project Manager/Electrical Estimator/Quality Control Analyst, 1/1998-

12/2001

2001-2003: Managed job scope evaluations and estimates, bid packages, code

compliance issues, project calculations, budget control, and detailed

project estimates within company specializing in engineering and project

planning services. Oversaw project activities on-site to meet quality

assurance and time/cost goals. Supervised vendors in proposal assessment,

project functions, and QA adherence. Identified discrepancies and developed

solutions. Managed the change orders on the Miami International Airport,

Budget estimate for NYC Water projects as J.V. with CHM2 Hill, Fulton

Street Station with ARUP/ Bovies (MTA project).

1998-2001: Prepared bids and estimations, planned and administered budgets,

arranged engineering and architectural services, and directed evaluation

teams through the full cycle of multiple projects. Interacted with

consultants to analyze needs, monitor schedules, and evaluate progress.

Maintained test results and other records.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Completed projects ranging up to $12 million for numerous clients from

2001 to 2003, including underground and overhead fiber optic, cable

TV, Radio, BMS, Telecom equipment and power, conduits and wiring

infrastructure initiatives.

. Led teams of up to 12 in the successful completion of over 25 projects

per year from 1998 to 2001, including fiber optics, electrical

systems, and telecommunications technologies. Concurrently identified

opportunities for new market expansion while directing project teams

in day-to-day operations.

ABB SUSA - North Brunswick, NJ - 1996-1997

Electrical-Mechanical Estimator/Project Coordinator

Provided project and technical estimation expertise for a broad range of

international/overseas projects within industry-leading power/automation

technology company. Developed electromechanical conceptual and definitive

estimates involving HVAC, Controls, plumbing, chiller, Fire Protections, as

well as, low /medium voltage, Lighting, E Emergency Generators/ UPS, SCADA,

BMS, Antenna/Radio, CCTV Security, Fire Alarm, Telephone, Backbone,

Customer Information System, Rails/ Traction Power and Distribution,

wastewater treatment facilities, power plants, GC and others entities.

Reviewed bid inquiries and proposals, assembled cost estimates, and

developed cost-of-work estimates for all departments.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Provided estimations for a $250 million wastewater treatment facility

in Jordan funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development

(USAID), as well as a $120 million treatment plant in Egypt.

Spearheaded the estimation process for an $18 million project at the

U.S. Embassy in Angola.

. Contributed significantly to $14 million initiatives at the U.S. Army

facilities in Afghanistan as a subject matter expert and an

instrumental part of project teams.

METROMEDIA FIBER NETWORK - White Plains, NY - 1995-1996

Project Manager/Facility Estimator/Budget Analyst

Held a wide variety of roles and responsibilities in the NY/NJ and

Washington, D.C. areas. Managed full cycle of engineering and construction

projects. Developed bids, selected vendors and subcontractors, conducted

cost studies, managed centralized database, and interacted with clients and

staff members to address and resolve issues.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Led and contributed substantially to a series of projects for the

company's leading, high-profile clients, including Allegiance Telecom,

CTC, Cogent, Williams, Genuity, and Trust.

ASEA BROWN BOVARY - S.p.A., Milano, Italy - 1992-1995

Electrical-Mechanical Estimator/Engineer

Managed the estimation process for large-scale design and construction

projects with an international contracting company. Maintained project cost

controls, oversaw vendor/subcontractor payments, administered payroll,

maintained labor relations, prepared cost estimates and budgets, and

evaluated project plans.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

. Played key role in the success of a $45 million project involving dry

powder towers for Procter & Gamble, as well as multiple other projects

for industry leaders (e.g. acid storage facilities, oil and petroleum

plants, and water treatment sites.

PRIOR POSITIONS:

*Electrical-Mechanical Construction Manager/Estimator, Waste Water Plant,

piping/pumps equipment install, inspection, scheduling and commissioning -

Ansco, Italy.

*Senior Electromechanical Inspection & Schedule Engineer, Cement Plant,

piping, HVAC, Powers Mills/ bagging/ belt conveyers/compressors, controls

and commissioning inspection/scheduling - Kobe Steel, Japan.

*Senior Electrical-Mechanical Engineer/Estimator, Training Center -

Takenaka Co. Japan.

*Construction Project Field Engineer, 700 MW, Power and Distribution - Sae

Sadelmi Co. Italy.

*Construction Project Field Engineer, 600 MW, Power and Distribution -

General Electrical Co. USA.

Education & Credentials

Master of Science in Engineering

ALMEDA COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY - Boise, ID

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

New York University.

Certifications & Designations

Secret Security Clearance, U.S. Department of Defense

Professional Engineering Certification (in progress) - City of New York

(via New York University), NY

General Construction Cost Estimator Certification - NY State Education

Dept., New York, NY

Diploma of Higher Studies in Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning -

Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt

Diploma of Higher Studies in Vocation Technologies - Ume University, Ume,

Sweden

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Professional Affiliations

Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering, International (AACE)

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating & Air Conditioning Engineers

(ASHRAE)

Project Management Institute (PMI)

American Society for Civil Engineers (ASCE)

Technology Skills Summary

Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Visio, On Screen Takeoff, Accubid, ConEst

IntelliBid

Fiber Base; Lotus Notes; Microstation; MC ; Timberline; basic

AutoCAD/HCSS/Primavera P3 & P6.

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