Project Manager Management

Objective

To obtain a project management position that allows the opportunity to

utilize past experience as a sole proprietor.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance Saint Joseph's College -

Rensselaer, IN

Construction Experience

Owner/Project Manager 2004 - Present

Morrison Construction Group, LLC

Residential Renovations:

Average Contract Value: $75,000

Average Annual Volume: $350,000

Commercial Tenant Build-Outs:

Average Contract Value: $100,000

Average Annual Volume: $50,000

. Project Management: create and adhere to project schedule; simultaneously

manage multiple trades; coordinate the purchase and delivery of

materials; identify cost efficiencies; manage project budget

. Estimating: create project estimates/bid packages by: conducting material

take-offs, pricing material with preferred suppliers, soliciting bids

from all necessary sub-contractors, negotiating best pricing with

suppliers/sub-contractors where possible, and developing all related

estimate/bid documentation

. Client Focus: maintain client relationship by focusing on effective

communication and emphasing satisfaction, starting with the initial

client meeting and continuing through the completion of the project

Superintendent/Lead Carpenter/Estimator 2002 - 2004

Kono Construction, Inc.

General Contractor focusing on the residential renovations market with the

size and scope of projects ranging from major additions and gut rehabs to

kitchen, bath and basement updates.

. Project Management: leadership role accountable for the simultaneous

oversight of multiple projects; identification and reporting of project

constraints, progress and requirements; delivery of projects on time and

on budget

. Estimating: provided material take-offs to lead estimator; assisted with

the estimating of project costs

Other Professional Experience

Financial Analyst, Procurement 1998 - 2002

Allstate Insurance Company

. Led the complex negotiations and executions of more than 50 contracts,

exceeding $8 million in annual spending and resulting in approximately

$2.5 million of annual cost reductions

. Developed and implemented efficient and effective measurements and

matrices to track corporate compliance and annual savings

. Instrumental in identifying potential cost savings through insightful and

thorough analysis of corporate spending patterns related to specific

corporate needs assessment projects

. Compiled and organized tracking system to ensure proper execution of

contracts.

. Served as corporate liaison with preferred suppliers.

Stock Broker/Financial Planner 1996-1997

Morgan Stanley

. Leveraged comprehensive experience and extensive training in the

financial markets and effective financial planning strategies to

successfully advance clients' financial goals

. Facilitated clients' asset growth via the development of investment

portfolios tailored to clients' specific needs and risk tolerance

. Demonstrated capacity to research, interpret and clearly articulate

various financial services products to wide range of clients

. Skillfully tailored presentations to reflect client's individual level of

financial knowledge

. Advised clients using consultative-based approach

. Built client base utilizing array of targeted sales and marketing

techniques

Broker's Assistant/Pit Clerk 1993-1996

Chicago Commodity and Options Exchanges

. Successful career in commodity trading with experience at the CBOT, CME

and CBOE

. Strong understanding of various financial markets and derivative products

. Progressive and rapid increases in responsibility from entry-level clerk

to broker's assistant

. Maintained meticulously organized customer records to ensure accurate

order execution

. Built strong relationships and rapport with customers and colleagues

alike

. Utilized strong communication skills to forge interpersonal relationships

. Grew customer base through outstanding service, attention to detail and

consistent performance

Personal & Professional References

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