Project Manager Construction

Susan Vail

***** ***** **** . **** *****, FL ****7 . 239-***-**** .

*******@**********.***

Target Goal

Corporate Facilities Management

( Project Management ( Strategic Planning and Design ( Team Leadership

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Complementary and unique blend of team leadership, corporate facilities

management, vertical construction and interior design.

Career History & Performance

Chris-Tel Construction, Fort Myers, Florida, 2007-Present

Construction Project Manager

Multi-faceted role encompassing vertical and horizontal construction of

new buildings/sites, renovations and lease hold improvements.

. Oversee construction project management process; liaising with

superintendant, owners, clients and project teams. Responsible for review

of bids, preparation of subcontracts, bidding, preliminary budgeting,

preparation of GMP's, extensive scheduling, construction supervision,

billing and closeouts.

. Accountable for bidding, establishing subcontractor / owner contracts,

budget and GMPs, insurance / bonding and supervision of superintendants.

o Maintain cost control through careful analysis of leases and

vendor contracts to ensure the inclusion of terms favorable to

the company.

o Guarantee completion of client deliverables are timely and

within/under budget.

Director of Business development

Key accountability for corporate branding, marketing and sales efforts.

. Expanded reach with rebranding efforts, widening exposure to potential

clients. Brought a creative eye to the advertising team and collaborated

on redefining the company image, developing marketing materials including

a company portfolio, and creating a web site / online presence. Networked

locally to increase awareness and procure new business.

o Procured $4 million of commercial work, despite economic

challenges faced by clients.

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GL Homes, Sunrise, Florida, 2004-2007

Project Planner

Organized details for design development and supervised the construction of

community themed projects, entry features, sales offices, recreation areas,

gatehouses and water features.

Analyzed options for community entry street lighting and created optimal

designs.

. Created marketing tools and manuals for sales staff to inform new

communities about details and features. Supervised exacting detailed

models of site developments and recreational centers for use in sales

office.

. Assisted with community events, openings, and office relocations.

The School District of Lee County Florida, Fort Myers, Florida, 2002-2004

Assistant Director of Construction Services

Oversaw construction team; managed project workflow for renovations, large

maintenance assignments; re-roofs, and design of prototypical schools

(elementary, middle, and high). Accountable for real estate acquisitions,

new construction, renovations / maintenance and portable classrooms.

. Cooperated with personnel from all functions to optimize operations and

productivity including school staff, principals, the district's

superintendent and board, City of Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Lee County.

. Achieved reductions in design and construction costs and anticipated

timeline by standardizing project status tracking sheet for staff,

management, superintendant and board and developing standard means /

methods for construction and school layouts.

WCI Communities, Bonita Springs, Florida, 2000-2002

Project manager - Amenities development

Served as Project Lead in design / workforce management to self perform

construction projects for amenities of golf course communities (clubhouse

entries & community centers valued up to $15 million).

. Worked with the local University FGCU and County Extension office to

establish green standards for construction of amenities, thereby

enhancing the companies' initiative for environmentally responsible

development and construction.

Lehman Brothers, Inc., New York, New York, 1988-1999

Vice president, Project DIRECTOR - Design and Construction (1993-1999)

Assistant Vice president, Project DIRECTOR (1992-1993)

Senior Project MANAGER (1988-1992)

Rapidly promoted to positions of increased scope and responsibility in

recognition of strong leadership skills and outstanding performance.

Directed facility-related construction and expansion for 19 branch offices

in the Americas, ranging in size from 600 RSF to 75,000 RSF in class A

office space.

. Accountable for managing North and South America branch office needs,

setting short and long term goals and providing

recommendations/strategies to service facilities. Oversaw site selection,

leasehold improvements, renovations, expansions and contractions of

space.

. Successfully managed multiple national and international projects from

NYC office. Initiated self-performance of work in the New York HQ office

for interior restack work with nonunion labor resulting in cost and time

savings.

Education & Professional Training

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design

Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York

LEED AP

Florida Interior Design License

. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of internal

and external management, architects, engineers and contractors.

. Proactive team leader and mentor with proven ability to negotiate

favorable agreements, cultivate strong business relationships, and

spearhead cross-functional collaborations.

. Expertise in corporate real estate space requirements, lease

expirations, projection of space needs, design/development of standard

space requirements, building designs, company space utilization and

Standardized FF&E specifications.

. Highly polished relationship building, communication, presentation,

and management skills.

. Skilled at identifying opportunities to decrease expenses, deploying

cost control plans and leveraging strong vendor / subcontractor

relationships to negotiate favorable modification of prices and terms.

. Utilizes superior organizational skills to ensure that the entire

facility meets user needs while upholding corporate standards.

Demonstrates broad knowledge and

expertise in:

. Business Plans

. Project Management

. Bidding / Budget Planning

. Cost / Benefit Analysis

. Cost Control / Reduction

. Multi-tasking

. Consulting

. Reporting and Data Analysis

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project

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