Terese Teplitzky
Valrico, FL 33596
abhi8a@r.postjobfree.com / abhi8a@r.postjobfree.com
Summary of Qualifications
Over ten years of experience managing properties, building operations and
financials contributing to the success of the clients and Jones Lang
LaSalle.
Experience
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas - Tampa, FL
2000 - Present
Facility Manager
. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of 5 properties in
Florida with over 350,000 sq. ft. and 2700 employees with an operating
budget of over $3 million. Typical yearly savings are between 7-10%
. Supervise 6 Engineers to ensure customer, PM and environmental work
orders are completed in a timely and efficient manner
. Member of Senior Management Team which is responsible for implementing
client initiatives, developing cost saving strategies and creating best
practices/key performance indicators for national account
. Developed new management templates to outline and track performance by
job function
. Oversee on-site vendors including: Critical Systems, Food Service,
Custodial, Interior/Exterior Landscaping and Document Management
. Utilize Building Management System software for monitoring critical
systems and ensuring efficient use of energy
. Create and submit financial, environmental, utility consumption,
recycling and occupancy planning reports on a monthly basis
. Project Manager for $1.8 million building reorganization in Brandon
facility in 2007. Project completed under budget at $900K. Project Team
member for $1.2 million consolidation of facilities in 2010. Project
completed $300K under budget.
. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned areas, including
relationship management with the client, property owners, their
representatives and the facility management team
. National team trainer for all facility personnel reporting to East/West
Senior Facility Manager
. Fire/Life Safety Building Coordinator for all facilities in my territory.
Involves training floor captains, writing emergency procedures and
performing semi-annual evacuations
Xpedx, International Paper Company - Tampa, FL
1998 - 2000
Administrative Assistant
. Coordinated and led team meetings on office procedures, ticket flow and
cross-training
. Processed delivery documentation for customers: Verified price and cost
for accuracy, adjusted ship quantities and units of measure prior to
invoicing
. Researched documentation on daily reports to ensure a clean billing
process
. Communicated with Customer Service, Purchasing, Warehouse and Sales
personnel to resolve discrepancies on proof of delivery paperwork,
invoices and customer credits
. Entered and updated special price and cost contracts from outside vendors
and sales people
. Prepared monthly budget reports on rebated items for the State of Florida
. Scheduled trucks for shipping and received stock into the Dash and Access
computer systems
SC Department of Health and Environmental Control - Columbia, SC
1996 - 1998
Program Assistant
. Project Manager for statewide Love A Tree Program in partnership with
International Paper
. Trained teachers on agency's statewide environmental curriculum
supplement, "Action for a Greater Tomorrow"
. Coordinated South Carolina's largest teacher training seminar
"Environmental Education Institute" in conjunction with International
Paper and the SC Energy Office
. Promoted state environmental programs with the public and private sectors
by forging strong relationships and raising awareness
. Made presentations to the general public and school groups regarding
office activities and state recycling programs
. Managed resource Center operations including a toll free hotline, mailing
and subscriptions for industry related journals, magazines and videos
Dillard Paper Company - Miami, FL
1994 - 1996
Contract and Human Resource Coordinator
. Entered, maintained and organized pricing contracts for sales people and
management
. Integrated special costing between outside vendors and sales people in a
timely manner
. Maintained customer listings and verified accuracy of system information
via month end reports
. Filed customer invoices and mailed statements to clientele
. Logged daily route sheets and distributed delivery information to proper
departments
. Processed bi-weekly payroll, insurance forms and employment verification
for 45 employees
. Interviewed candidates for employment, completed monthly health\safety
reports and managed special projects including survey summaries
South Florida International Academy - Miami, FL
1992-1994
Assistant Principal and Language Arts Instructor
. Served as Vice-President on the Board of Trustees
. Developed a comprehensive High School curriculum for students of diverse
backgrounds
. Planned yearly schedules, field trips and graduation ceremonies
. Created and edited material for agency accreditation, grant proposals and
newsletters
. Administered progress reports and maintained disciplinary program through
counseling involving students and parents
. Instructed students in Ethics, Debate, Public Speaking, Psychology and
African Arts
. Taught American, British, African, World and Advanced Placement
Literature
. Organized and prepared lesson plans, progress reports and exams
. Gained proficiency in the administration of SAT, GED and other
standardized tests
Awards and Recognition
2004 - 2010 Top Customer Satisfaction Survey scores nationally
2009 - Top 5 Facility Manager of the Year
2008 - HSBC/JLL Sustainability Award - Winner 3 consecutive quarters for
electrical utility reduction
Spot Awards - GM Customer Satisfaction Award, JLL Recycling Initiative,
Assistance to sister site with system failure, Assistance with LEED EB
certification in Chesapeake, VA
Education
Currently enrolled in BOMI RPA Program
NFPA Arc Flash Certified
IFMA Member
NRCA University Roofing 101 Certified
Cuttington University College
Suakoko, Liberia - West Africa
Bachelor of Arts 1987 English Grammar and Literature
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Rutherford, NJ
English Major 1982 - 1984
Software
Word / Excel
PowerPoint
MS Project
Pay Plus / RCASH
PeopleSoft /Oracle
Delphi
Clarify
360 Facilities PM
Paragon for Business Recovery
JDE One View Financials / Projects / Magnet / Tracker