Andrea Pitter
Hackensack, NJ *****
Home: 201-***-**** Cell: 646-***-****
*************@*****.***
Objective
Project Manager with vast experience in project management. Strengths
include sales skills, critical thinking and ability to communicate with
individuals at all levels.
Summary
Organized and goal-oriented with more than 10 years in management and a
strong customer focus.
Analytical problem-solver, able to anticipate issues and create new systems
that streamline operations,
resolve concerns and improve efficiency.
Skilled in building excellent rapport with clients and team member. Able to
see the big picture, delegate
effectively and motivate team members to achieve on-time project
completion.
Computer skills include: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Internet
Research.
Accomplishments
Trained and mentored 10 new employees each year.
Led corporate training program for 5 project manager trainees.
Boosted company sales by 35% through innovative focus strategy.
Experience
Milrose Consultants Inc. August 2009 to Current
Project Manager
New York, NY
Provide technical management support to clients to facilitate, expedite,
and drive to closure all assigned
projects.
Administer project requirements related to document collection, document
review for quality and
accuracy
Bridge communication between owners, contractors, engineers and Department
of Buildings
Follow up, coordinate and communicate with owners, engineers, contractors
and subcontractors to
ensure that applicable codes and specifications are met. For example,
review zoning drawings prior to
submittal for client requirements.
Determine constructability by comparing plans, specifications and drawings
to identify any
discrepancies or missing details.
Assist in obtaining necessary permits.
Meet the demands of strict time constraints based on construction schedule
and tenant occupancy
Write correspondence and verbally communicate directions and procedures to
clients and construction
professionals. Enter data and create spreadsheet reports for meetings,
clients etc.
Developed new analytics tool to allow senior management to understand the
impact of each project.
Prepare and submit filings for Administrative court proceedings as a
representative of the client;
extensive research; filing for violation dismissals, updating and
maintaining client files and heavy client
contract.
United Cerebral Palsy Inc. June 2008 to August 2009
Administrative Assistant
Bronx, NY
Managed the receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding
to telephone and in-person
requests for information.
Designed electronic file systems and maintained electronic and paper files.
Served as central point of contact for all outside vendors needing to gain
access to the building.
Planned meetings and prepared conference rooms.
Wrote reports and correspondence from dictation and handwritten notes.
Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout the office. Made
copies, sent faxes and handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence.
Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned
documents.
Managed the day-to-day calendar for the company's senior director.
Enzo Angiolini, Jones Apparel Group Inc. October 2002 to January 2008
Assistant Store Manager
New York, NY
Received 2005 & 2006 awards for achieving best sales for multiple quarters.
Received award for selling 20% of store revenue.
Delivered excellent customer service by greeting and assisting each
customer.
Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints.
Design and implemented customer satisfaction metrics.
Reorganized the sales floor to meet company demands.
Directed and supervised employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking and
reconciling cash receipts.
Determined staff promotions and demotions, and terminated employees when
necessary.
Completed weekly schedules according to payroll policies.
Trained all new managers on store procedures and policies.
Maintained daily record of all transactions.
Trained staff to deliver outstanding customer service.
Analyzed marketing information and translated it into strategic plans.
Addressed and corrected sales staff communication issues in a tactful and
effective manner.
Worked closely with the district manager to formulate and build the store
brand.
Contributed to merchandising ideas at team sale meetings.
Education and Training
The City College of New York
Certificate: Administrative Assistant/ Office Management
New York, New York
Microsoft Office Applications Certificate
Office Administration coursework
Career Quest, LTD
Certificate: QuickBooks Accounting and Bookkeeping
New York, New York
Fashion Institute of Technology, State University of New York
Bachelor of Science: Advertising and Marketing Communications
New York, New York
Ongoing training includes seminars and coursework in Real Estate and
Leadership.