Project Manager Construction

FRANCO GUEVARA

817-***-****

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

Dear Sir or Madam,

I would like to learn more about this opportunity within your organization.

My 25 year professional background is one of increasing responsibility and

achievement in a variety of critical positions. Recognized for

communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills, and have excelled

in positions requiring strategic planning, and exceptional Client

Relationship Management.

Highly accomplished, dynamic and conscientious Senior Project Manager who

facilitates the growth and prosperity of an organization by continually

delivering exceptional results. A results-oriented and visionary Manager

with broad-based expertise in construction management, subcontractor

management, regulatory compliance, and all facets of heavy or light

Commercial Construction Projects and residential homebuilding.

Adept at quickly and successfully responding to ever changing environments

and situations, able to consistently achieve goals within critical project

deadlines and able to leverage an eye for detail to ensure the quality and

accuracy of projects. Able to work with, motivate and mentor diverse

professional teams, while leading by example as an individual contributor.

Effectively plan, budget, and organize work efforts of large staff and

personnel at multiple sites into cohesive short or long term plans.

My extensive experience and professional background allows me to provide

your organization:

. Proven Project Management skills with decisive and effective

leadership skills, utilized in directing the efforts of other Project

Managers as well as cross-functional teams and external discipline

resources. An expert in the commissioning, and validation of multiple

projects, consistently delivered on time and on budget.

. Skilled in the administration and management of diverse functions and

activities, with emphasis on my Strategic Program Management, Project

Management, and Project Controls skills, with demonstrated strengths

in Fiscal Budget Development, Contract Negotiations, Contract

Modifications and Dispute and Claims Resolution.

. Managed large scale Master Plan or Expansion Projects in excess of

$500 million from beginning through final completion, while leading

highly qualified teams of Architects, Engineers, Construction

Managers, or Consultant Construction Management Firms through project

feasibility, design development, construct ability review,

construction, final inspections, and client move-in.

. Founder of General Contracting firm which specializes in the design,

construction, management and sale of Retail Shopping Center Build

Outs. Prioritize and schedule all construction estimates, design,

documentation, permit and regulatory approvals, production support and

client support.

. High energy, proactive, detail oriented, with a very strong work ethic

and a no nonsense "get the job done" attitude. Dedicated, trust worthy

with unquestionable integrity, and a strong commitment and passion to

every endeavor undertaken. Willing to relocate, willing to travel as

needed to accomplish corporate or company goals, and speak, read, and

write Spanish fluently and with facility.

I am attaching a resume to provide you with further details of my

experience for your evaluation and, and would welcome the opportunity to

learn more about your company and this position. I look forward to your

response and our first meeting.

Sincerely,

Franco Guevara

Franco Guevara

Cell: 817-***-**** **********@***.***

VICE PRESIDENT - SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

CORE COMPETENCIES

Construction Management . Project Management .

Organizational Development

Schedule Management and Implementation . Capital and Operating Budget

Development

Contract Negotiations . Contract Administration . Construction Site

Management

Marketing Management . Construction Concept and Scope Development

. Project Control and Client Relationship Management

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

. Demonstrated strengths in Project Management, Contract

Negotiations, Contract Law, Construction Management and Dispute &

Claim resolution

. Managed multiple projects simultaneously from beginning to end to

include; project feasibility, design, construct-ability review, bid

proposal and evaluation, construction, final inspection & acceptance

and client move-in

. Strong ability to collaborate with Senior Staff to develop,

coordinate & administer a Fiscal year project portfolio, capital

improvements and provide project success

. Excellent evaluation of projects & resources to enable timely

resource decision making while improving project to meet Corporate

and individual Departmental objectives

. Excellent in dealing & coordinating with Engineers, Architects,

Consultants, Tenants, City Officials and Contractors

. Effective in short and long range planning, budgeting, site

selection, programming, design and construction Project Management in

all facets of heavy or light Commercial Construction Projects and

Residential

. Skilled in the administration and management of diverse functions and

activities, project controls, contract administration, negotiation of

claims and contract modifications.

. Manage project solicitation process, review of proposals to

determine final selection of Design Consultants, Construction

Management Firms and General Contractors

. Excellent in reviewing existing work flow systems to develop new

and improved policies and procedures

. Ability to effectively plan, budget, and organize work efforts of

large staff and personnel at multiple sites into cohesive short or

long term corporate plans

. Integral in development of Policy and Procedures as related to

Contract Administration and Project Construction Management.

. Familiar with Airfield Operations Procedures, FAA Grant Administration

Requirements, FAA safety, EPA regulations, and projects under

Federal, State and Local regulations governing the operations

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING:

. Construction Management Certification - Texas A&M University

. Construction Project Management Certification - Southern Methodist

University

. Executive Airport Management Certification - International Aviation

Management Institute

SPECIAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

. Developed key management policies, to enable effective decision

making, in order to develop a workforce capable of executing planned

Business & Corporate Strategies

. Developed, Managed & Controlled comprehensive Capital Improvements

Projects geared towards improving or upgrading new or existing

facilities.

. Recommended, Developed and Conducted monthly coordination meetings

with several Departments to improve interdepartmental efforts and

communication

. Member of Senior Staff providing review and evaluation of Fiscal Year

Capital Improvements Projects. Participated in the Development of

project schedules

. Lead in the integration of key Project activities including, staffing,

strategic planning, budgeting, schedule development & implementation,

training & development. and performance management

. Created in house training program which decreased staff employee

downtime 50 percent

. Created document control program providing Consultant Design Firms and

Construction Management Firms increased productivity and turn-around

time by 25 percent.

. Responsible for Developing & Implementing "New" General Contractor

Orientation Program

. Formulated & implemented an estimating training course for consistent

Project estimating process

. Responsible to ensure the optimal alignment between Departmental

Marketing Strategies and Business Strategies and the organizational

capabilities required to deliver them

. Responsible for development & production of "Monthly Status Report"

submitted to CEO & Executive Staff for review and analysis of

Corporate objectives progress

CAREER & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

08/00 to Present PRESIDENT/Principal - GRANDEUR CONSTRUCTION

Real Estate Developer & Independent Builder of Retail Centers and

Custom Luxury Homes

Overview: President and General Contractor of firm which specializes in the

design, construction, management of retail shopping center build outs and

sale of luxury homes with values from $300- $500K. Complete responsibility

for entire spectrum of development, including project management, team

development, procurement, estimating scheduling and budgets. Negotiate &

approve contracts with attorneys, architects, engineers, and other

professionals

Manage, operational, financial, and strategic planning, schedule priorities

for all construction including, but not limited to the following:

estimates, design, documentation, permit & regulatory approvals, production

support and client support. Select and approve subcontract vendors. Provide

quality control requirements and inspection processes at vendor sites and

oversee all Sales operations and activities.

05/97 to 08/00 DIRECTOR ( Vice President ) - AIR SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Board - Air Service

Development Department

Overview: Reported to DFW International Airport COO. Responsible for the

development and implementation of plan for expansion of terminal and

cargo facilities to increase international airlines and routes and achieve

corporate and strategic objectives.

03/95 to 05/97 SENIOR MANAGER - AIR SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

DFW International Airport Board - Air Service Development Department

Overview: Reported to Executive Director - Air Service Development

Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Strategic,

Marketing Plan for Air Service Development during a period of explosive

growth.

03/90 to 03/94 SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department

Overview: Promoted from Senior Project Construction Manager to head of all

Construction Department

responsible for all Pre-construction and Construction related activities.

Total personnel of managed of

approximately 100, including DFW Airport Staff, Design Consultants, and

Construction Management firm

. Responsible for the entire spectrum of airport design, construction,

construction management, facilities maintenance, hazardous materials

and materials testing contract administration. Responsible for staff

of twenty in the review and approval of estimates, proposals, changes,

and claims for design, construction, and hazardous materials projects.

. Solicit, review and negotiate professional services contracts and

construction changes and all claims. Review contract schedules and

funding for all planning, design, and construction projects.

. Annual construction budget over $500 million. Work involved extensive

contracts and coordination with ancillary Airport Departments, Tenant

Airlines Management, Senior Airport Board Management and Staff,

Consultants and Contractors.

01/80 to 03/90 SENIOR PROJECT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER and PROJECT MANAGER

DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department

Overview: Promoted from Project Construction Manager to one of three

Senior Positions Responsible for the recommendation and implementation

of a new Project Management Group for In-House Construction Management.

During this period provided administration of In-House Construction

Projects and the Indefinite Delivery Construction Services Contracts.

. Responsible for overall Project Controls and Project Management,

including scheduling manpower and establishing workloads for the

proper inspection and administration of In-House Projects.

Preparation of CPM and bar chart schedules, both computer-generated

and manual, for construction project and personnel management.

. Directly responsible for owner relations from design consultation,

contract award, construction period, through close-out. Extensive

cooperation and coordination with technical professionals, airline

tenants, and prime contractors to ensure satisfaction of project

design parameters and construction schedules.

. Provided Project Controls and Project Management of major construction

projects for the Airport through the direction of activities of five

(5) Consultant Management Firms (staff of 50) under contract to the

Airport. Administered and managed two (2) professional services

contracts (staff of 30) and other consultant work along with

construction contracts for completion of projects.

. Prepared forecasts, monthly reports and budgets for all contracts.

Monitored financial performance of contractors against contract

targets, and initiated changes or corrections as required.

. Negotiated contract modifications and engineering change orders during

the life of contracts to incorporate improvements, design changes, or

unanticipated conditions. Reviewed contractor claims and approved or

denied payment.

. Reviewed and approved all contractor and consultant billings for

progress payments to assure compliance with contract terms and

conditions.

EDUCATION

University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors of Business Administration,

Finance and Real Estate

LIST of MAJOR PROJECTS COMPLETED:

These include a wide diversity, and complexity of projects that were

managed. All projects managed with ongoing Airfield Operations,

F.A.A. Security controls, and requiring coordination with over

twenty major airlines at the largest and second busiest airport

FAA Airport Security Project Runway 18R/36L

Expansion

New Runway 17L/35R New Runway

17R/35L

American Airlines Hanger & Apron Runway 16/34 Paving

& Electrical

Terminal 4E Expansion 4E Satellite Terminal

Terminal 3E Expansion & Parking Garage American Airlines Control

Tower

Hyatt Hotel East Hyatt Hotel West

Renovations

Eastside Control Tower Terminal 2W Renovations

Project

Terminal 1W Cargo Facility Expansion Runway 18R/36L Expansion

Cargo Terminals Expansion Airfield Roadway

Expansion

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