WILLIAM H. MITCHELL
**** ******* **** ( Charlotte, North Carolina 28262
704-***-**** (h) 704-***-**** (c) ( ************@********.**.***
PROJECT MANAGER
Strategic project manager and executive with more than 20 years of multi-
industry experience planning and managing construction and renovation
projects as large as 500,000+ SF and $100M+. Dedicated consensus builder
who excels at developing strong cross-functional project teams. Adept
problem solver with a reputation for overcoming obstacles to deliver
projects on schedule and at or under budget. Outstanding relationship
management and communication skills. Strong technical background.
Project Management ( Strategic Planning ( Design-Build ( Operational
Leadership
Architectural Engineering ( Process Development ( Vendor Management (
Continuous Improvement
Business Development ( Client Relations ( Cost Control ( Change Management
( Quality
Contract Administration ( Team Building ( Safety ( Resource Allocation (
Procurement
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KELLER CMS, INC., Los Angeles, California ( Present
A full-service real estate project delivery firm whose team of
professionals provides expertise in master-planning and design,
development, and construction management services. As a company, KCMS
focuses on adding value for clients by collaborating as a team, and meeting
the unique needs of each project.
Project Manager
Project management and project delivery to specific project tasks such as
land development, master planning and entitlement management and oversight,
due-diligence investigations, feasibility analyses, cost estimating,
scheduling and "hands-on" construction management.
SNB CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Hartsville, South Carolina ( 7/2010 - 11/2010
General Construction services company providing construction and
professional management services across multiple industries, with 125
employees.
Project Manager
Provides management of projects including cost analysis, cost control, and
schedule development and maintenance. Manage change orders and interface
daily with field staff and client representatives on impact to timeline and
budget. Coordinate meetings with client and contractor leadership. Lead the
RFI and bid submittal process, including contract administration for
awarded projects.
BOVIS LEND LEASE, Charlotte, North Carolina ( 1997-2009
Global construction services company providing professional management and
technical services across multiple industries, with 7,500 employees in 38
countries.
Project Executive
As senior representatives for the company to clients, architects, and
contractors, ensured that all elements of each project meet or exceed
expectations. Collaborated with the preconstruction and marketing teams to
win new business, and played a key role in developing competitive
estimates. Devised and implemented procurement strategies to minimize
costs. Gathered and implemented client feedback to continuously improve
quality. Directed scheduling, reporting, quality, safety, contract
administration, and cost control. Supervised 15-20 direct reports.
. Played a key role in turning around the Catalyst project to reduce
overall pricing 20%, from $102M to $81M, for construction of this 512,765
SF, 27-story residential tower with 462 units.
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BOVIS LEND LEASE (continued)
. Awarded $45M project to build a 380,000 SF, 15-story office building in
14 months. Finished on schedule despite 45 unanticipated inclement
weather days during concrete frame construction.
Senior Project Manager
Provided day-to-day management of projects including cost analysis, cost
control, and schedule development and maintenance. Managed change orders
and interfaced daily with field staff and client representatives on impact
to timeline and budget. Coordinated meetings with client and
contractor leadership. Led the RFI and bid submittal process, including
contract administration for awarded projects. Supervised 5-8 direct reports
including project managers and engineers.
. Constructed a $46M, 202,000 SF client corporate headquarters in 2 phases,
on time and within 2% of budget despite 400+ change events.
. Completed the design-build of a $44.6M, 480,000 SF client facility on
time and within 1% of budget, leading directly to the award of 2
additional projects.
. Managed the construction of a $6M, 99,400 SF corporate headquarters
facility, which won the American Institute of Architecture Design Award.
. Managed construction of a $12M, 5-story, 321,285 SF precast parking
garage for a major Southern university, including a 400-foot bridge to
the main building.
. Overcame resistance and skepticism on the part of a client representative
that the project could and would be completed on time because of negative
experiences with previous contractors. Earned the client's trust and
respect by providing full transparency on project progress, and delivered
as scheduled and within budget, as promised.
. Won the 1998 Project of the Year Award.
TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Cincinnati, Ohio ( 1984-1997
Global construction company providing a full range of services from
preconstruction consulting and project management through ongoing building
maintenance across various market categories.
Project Manager
As head of day-to-day project activities and owner liaison, maintained
constant communication with all parts of the project team. Met daily with
field staff to update project schedules, track progress, and gather data
for reporting to the owner. Led meetings with the owner, architect, and
contractor. Calculated cost analysis and implemented controls to ensure on-
budget delivery. Administered contracts and directed the change management
process. Supervised 3-5 direct reports.
. Built an $8.8M test site, Crosswinds, for the GE 90 aircraft engine
comprising cast-in-place walls, instrumentation, control panels, computer
systems, and a furnished owner's apartment.
. Detected an oversight on the construction documents for a renovation and
major addition at the Dayton Art Institute that left the museum at risk
of serious water leaks. Gained buy-in from the owner, architect, and
masonry stone consultant for a simple but critical fix.
FORMAL EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
SELECTED TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite, AS400 Systems, Primavera, Suretrak, Microsoft
Projects, Prolog, Corecon