Manager Management

Dorinda A. Novick

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OBJECTIVE

FACILITIES MANAGER / PROJECT MANAGEMENT

SUMMARY

Superior problem solver, demonstrate resourcefulness and persistence in

project direction and managing of details to perfection. Effectively

motivates and supervise subordinates and to elicit cooperation from

associates at all levels, a clear achiever and undeniable professional.

Accomplished in all aspects of strategic planning, implementation

and management with 12 years of experience spear heading Facilities

Operations and Project Management. In depth knowledge of all general

office procedures including space planning, administration, site

selection, lease negotiations, scheduling, construction, purchasing,

budget management, travel and expense control to improve bottom line.

ACHEIVEMENTS

Managed the day to day operations of three NYC buildings by overseeing (15)

both day and night staff. Scheduling of daily assignments of general work

flow and insured timely completion of all requests. Set up maintenance,

repair and inspection schedules to be done on a monthly, quarterly and

yearly basis to insure the integrity of the building. This ensures a safe

and enjoyable working environment for all employees.

Initially challenged with the exponential growth of Forbes.com and the need

to procure/expand office space at a fast pace. Executed numerous

construction and restacking projects. Expertise in handled all planning,

site selection, lease/sublease negotiations, scheduling, construction

budgets, and relocations all within 90% of budget.

Managed $14.M+ Capital Expenditure Budget. Expertly managed rents, exchange

rates, taxes, electric, and miscellaneous charges for thirteen properties

around the world. As a result came within 100% of actual budget three

years straight.

Managed the execution of numerous construction and restacking projects

ranging in complexity from simple moves to full build out of new office

space. While ensuring effective vendor management in negotiations with

contractors and sub contractors providing construction, furniture,

telecommunications goods and services.

Negotiated all purchasing contracts in a bid process. Consistently drove

on time delivery of goods and services from vendors essential to each

project. Helped develop an online purchasing request automated system that

accurately captured maverick spend by department. Improved productivity

with a simple to use format that was easy to use. With a list of preferred

providers with negotiated pricing already provided. With this process I was

able to provide a cost savings of 30% for maverick spend.

Implemented online booking system for domestic travel. This easy to use

system enabled end user to view and book their travel 24 hours a day with

corporate discounts on negotiated airline/car rental contracts. This

process provided a cost savings of 40% per ticket and the elimination of

one onsite travel agent for salary savings of $ 60,000.

SKILLS

Facilities/Operations Project Management

Space Planning Purchasing

Budget Management Travel

Lease/Sub Lease Negotiations Team Leader/Player

Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to

work in a fast-paced team environment. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,

Power Point, Outlook) Service Desk, Cliqbook, Aspen, Great Plains

CAREER OVERVIEW

Forbes, Inc. - Manager of General Services 1999-2009

Forbes, Inc. - Purchasing Agent 1997-1999

The Lumiscope Company - Accounts Receivable Manager 1991-1997

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

Registered Notary of New York - present

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