MARK S. LEVIT, JD
P.O. Box ******, San Diego, CA 92192 858-***-****
ab8u3h@r.postjobfree.com
*** ******* ******, ******* ** 94610 510-***-****
Stonemark Group-Limited term Contract
Project Manager/Support Services
o Contract employment as a Construction Manager providing services to
GSA Chicago & GSA Ohio on multiple ARRA projects.
o Managing a staff of 4 Construction Managers.
o Responsible for Construction Management of GSA Federal ARRA
projects.
o Effective handling of 12 Federal projects, from Design Build stage
to major renovation.
Combined value of construction costs exceeds $3.5 billion.
o Effective communication with GSA, and Federal Agencies within the
buildings. Provide
estimating, scheduling, review of plans and specifications,
change orders, budgeting, oversee LEED, Title 24, and OSHA
compliance.
o Delegated role of ARRA tenant project coordinator representing GSA
to minimize Federal
Agency (tenant) disruption.
o Assisting the project team in mold remediation/prevention, asbestos
and PCB removal.
o Counsel and consult GSA on construction matters, schedule, change
orders, budgets, property
management issues, Federal policy/procedure compliance, prepare
monthly project plans and
quarterly reports.
Stonemark Group 2004-
present
PRINCIPAL
. Construction Management, Project Management, Inspection for
developers, condominium associations, contractors, attorneys,
investors, property managers, insurance companies, private business,
Federal and State governmental clients.
. Advise and consult clients in all construction-related matters
including:
o Provide project development services for residential,
commercial, retail, office, and medical facilities.
o Provide pre-construction review, constructability, project
specifications, bid proposals, RFI's, RFP's, scheduling,
budgeting, tenant improvements, cosmetic enhancements, contract
disputes, forensic matters, cost estimating, selection of
contractors, and specialty trades.
o Prepare and provide analysis, technical expertise and
consultation in the establishment of budgets for short and long-
term projects.
o Review, approve invoices, closeout documents, and review/approve
change orders, and prepare contract documents.
o Determine document compliance, compliance with prevailing wage,
oversee Union compliance.
o Perform final walk-through and issue punch lists. Perform Phase
One site analysis, risk assessment, expert witness services,
mold remediation and asbestos abatement consultation.
o Perform construction management, project management, and
inspection services for a project valuation range of $20,000 to
$2,000,000.
o Job site walks to assure compliance with safety, building
standards and compliance with plans and specifications.
o Prepare project teams comprised of Architects, Engineers,
Government Agencies, client representative for weekly project
meetings, to review schedule, budget, and trades activities.
. Performed limited-term Project Management Services for Federal GSA,
and UC facility.
o Construction Manager/Support Services for GSA Chicago via CMW &
Associates.
o Projects Manager for Oakland Federal Buildings-responsible for
Federal agency lease space. Oversaw relocation, tenant
improvement, maintenance services, planning and construction.
Prepared estimates, introduced CPM schedule for projects,
selected vendors, and prepared project specifications.
o Negotiated with Department Director regarding lease terms, space
design, and selection of contractors.
o Provided specifications for maintenance, grounds and janitorial
services.
o Reviewed Federal OSHA, and Title 24 handicap compliance.
o UCB (Berkeley Lab):
. Managed an in-house staff of 45 employees.
. Managed large-scale capital improvements, including roads,
bridges, sidewalks, lab facilities, and erection of metal
buildings, specialty equipment, power stations, and
security facilities.
. Performed scheduling and estimating for minor/major capital
projects, using Suretrak & Micro-soft projects.
. Handled employee relation's matters pertaining to medical,
union complaints and worker safety.
California Department of General Services (DGS)
199
8-
200
4
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
. Construction Manager responsible for the construction of State
facilities/building construction work to assure compliance with plans,
specifications, codes (Uniform Building Codes) and construction
methods.
o Enforced contract requirements, negotiated and approved change
orders, reviewed and approved pay requests.
o Reviewed plans and specifications prior to award of contracts;
conducted pre-bid meetings, weekly and monthly meetings; issued
final punch list, deficiency notices, change orders, and
requests for information.
o Prepared government estimates, updated CPM-schedule.
. Construction Manager/Inspector of Record for all state projects
involving remediation, remodeling, seismic
Retrofit, new construction, tenant improvements, security upgrades for
California Highway Patrol, correctional facilities, correctional
treatment facilities, Veterans Home-Residential Housing,
Medical/Treatment centers, Boating Safety Center, Parks & Recreation.
o Analyzed CPM schedules updated and revised recovery schedules
for project completion.
o Responsible for maintaining daily, monthly, and weekly progress
reports and project closeout reports.
o Attended public meetings and prepared written responses for
public inquiries.
o Created department manual to address policy and procedures in
construction services.
o Inspector of Record responsible for review of plans, working
knowledge of HVAC systems, Life/Safety/, Green building
standards, electrical, elevators, roof, mechanical, and building
systems.
CA Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER 1995-
1998
. Responsible for all operations of the Oceanside office including two
satellite offices.
o Oversaw and implemented work methods for a staff of sixty-five
(65) employees, including five managers, reviewed operating
budget and prepared future budgets, prepared employee training
plans, and represented the State in employee adverse actions.
o Interpreted and explained to the public matters relating to code
compliance, regulations, department policies and procedures.
o Investigated customer and employee complaints and resolved
customer disputes. Implemented repairs and maintenance of the
buildings and grounds.
o Prepared specifications for vendor contracts and managed
contract performance for facilities.
o Loaned Executive for United Way, raising donations to record
level.
CA Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
RIGHT OF WAY AGENT/PROJECT DIRECTOR- 1988-95
. Project/Contract Manager responsible for supervising and monitoring
all District contracts for asbestos consulting, asbestos abatement,
tank removal, lead paint abatement, and demolition.
o Designed and implemented specifications for Right of Way
asbestos and demolition contracts for the Districts and
Headquarters.
o Property Manager responsible for operating and maintaining
commercial and residential properties.
o Relocation Agent responsible for assisting displaced
individuals and businesses due highway construction
pursuant to Federal/State Relocation Act.
o Conducted meetings for Cities, Counties, and Caltrans at
high profile public forums, neighborhood coalitions, and
public news conferences.
o Performed project management for Caltrans' largest asbestos
abatement and demolition project exceeding 5 million
dollars. (Cypress Freeway Earthquake Project), under
budget and ahead of schedule.
o Participated in community committees. Prepared weekly
newsletter informing neighborhood of project status.
o Oversaw contractor compliance with CalOSHA.
EDUCATION: Western State University, Law California State
University Sacramento
JURIS DOCTOR (J.D.) 1981 BACHELOR OR ARTS
(B.A.) 1978
CERTIFICATIONS:
Building Defects-UC Berkeley
Mold Inspection-UC Berkeley
Asbestos Supervisor Abatement
Landlord Tenant Law
Sexual Harassment
Workforce Diversity
Contract Management
Federal Contracts
IRWA: Easements, Utilities, Property Management, and Real Estate
Environmental Law: Asbestos, Lead, and Underground tanks
DGS-Small Business
Member: CAI
WSU, now Thomas Jefferson Law School-Alumni Association
ACIA
California Department of Real Estate: Brokers License