TAEHOON KIM
**** ******* **. ***: 614-***-****(Cell), 614-504-
5755(Home) Dublin, OH 43016 e-mail:
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
PROFILE
Result-oriented, hands on construction, development and facilities
management professional seeking a growth oriented position in the Design
and Construction Project and Facilities Management field. Previous
experience consists of successful completion of over 350 projects through
coordinating trades, developing partnerships, and building positive rapport
with architects, engineers, local officials, tenant coordinators, vendors
and clients while maintaining budgeted costs. Versed in contract
negotiations, project estimating, impending design problems, document
preparation, building code and regulations, material and equipment
selection, purchasing, and site management through certification of
occupancy.
EDUCATION:
Architecture, Kyoungnam College, March 1991
Pre-Architecture, University of Southern California, 1994~1995
Bachelor's Degree, Civil engineering, The Ohio State University, March 2000
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
Director of Design & Construction, Facilities Management
GOSH ENTERPRISES, INC.
-Charley's Grilled Subs, Andy WOW Chicken Finger, Wholly Cow Ice Cream,
YoBell Frozen Yogurt, Columbus, Ohio (2004-2010)
. Effective management and technical support for store construction and
opening in new construction, remodel and expansion projects including
site survey, contract and procurement activities, various federal,
state and local regulations and Agency policy requirements in
traditional and non-traditional locations. Successfully managed
average 70+ projects annually in nationwide along with corporate
facilities management.
. Successful control and monitoring of project scheduling and
implementation, program and project development, budget review, and
adherence. Responsible for maintaining all project records, project
information management, monitoring of the project budget, project
contracts, procurement, design development, construction progress and
serving as point of contact for all site-related project activities.
. Performed estimating, scheduling, bidding, and G.C. selection,
negotiations, and buy-out. Develop and manage standard kitchen
equipments specifications.
. Consulted kitchen equipment vendors for equipment selection, proposal,
and testing on regular basis. Conducted need assessment, researched
design concerns and cost effective options, planned, estimated, and
managed projects. Responsible for developing and managing standard
equipment specifications.
. Directed the development of brand design to positively impact the
customer's experience. Worked closely with Operations, Marketing,
Engineering, and Franchise Advisory Committees to assess needs and
effectively manage interior and exterior design development for both
new and remodel units.
. Responsible for all prototype development which includes exterior
design, equipment layout and selection, finish schedules, custom
lighting and finish details, coordination with vendors, material
procurement, scheduling and on-site coordination with general
contractors.
. Responsible for design development for all corporate and franchisee
locations include airports, Army and Air force bases. Worked closely
with landlords, tenant coordinators, vendors, field operation
personnel, engineers and franchisee to maintain standards and value
engineered materials, finishes and fixtures.
. Consulted and problem solve with domestic and international
franchisees, field personnel and contractors on a daily basis to
expedite solutions.
. Provide technical assistance and on-site supervision for complete
development of company restaurants in compliance with company
policies, plans, and specifications. Completed preliminary design
layouts with CAD technicians, provided preliminary layout and
equipment schedules to architects and tenant coordinators, and consult
with facilities, architects and owners.
. Recruited, developed and managed multiple construction project
managers to positively focus their expertise and energies to achieve
maximum productivity.
. Implemented innovative cost reduction measures to ensure work
execution within budget constraints. Responsible for the satisfactory
completion of construction and major facility issues.
Project Manager of Design & Construction, Facilities Management
GOSH ENTERPRISES, INC.
-Charley's Grilled Subs, Andy WOW Chicken Finger, Wholly Cow Ice Cream,
YoBell Frozen Yogurt, Columbus, Ohio (2002-2004)
Project Manager
LEE's Construction, Columbus, Ohio (2000-2002)
Research Assistant
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio (1999-2000)
Architectural Engineer
Army Logistics Command, South Korea (1991-93)
Assistant Architectural Engineer
Chul-Woo Architecture & Construction Co., South Korea (1990-91)
Computer software & other skills
. MS Office (word, excel, powerpoint, etc)
. MS project
. Woodworking
REFERENCES:
Mary Rauchenstein
VP - People Service
Donatos Pizza
935 Taylor Station Road, Columbus, OH 43230
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
Ron Burns
VP of Leasing
Westfield
4545 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
Doug Fahrenholz
VP - Regional Food Service
The Wasserstrom Company
2777 Silver Drive, Columbus, OH 43211
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
Ronald Chlebana
Principal
Architecture Plus Inc.
530 Harold Ave., Glendale Heights, IL 60139
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
Mike Corbett
Senior Account Manager
WD Partners Inc
7007 Discovery Blvd, Dublin, OH 43017
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
James Pa
VP - Brand Management
Charley's Grilled Subs
2500 Farmers Dr, Columbus, OH 43235
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com
Bobby Drouin
VP of Leasing
Equity Inc
1991 Crocker Rd, Suite 600, Westlake, OH 44145
abjt6g@r.postjobfree.com