Project Manager Construction

Qualifications Summary [pic]

Strategic Leadership Well-accomplished and seasoned executive professional with

** ***** ** ********** *** construction experience.

& Mentoring Skills Demonstrates strong development, implementation, advocacy,

( ( ( administration, evaluation, and guidance to the planning

Cross Functional and construction of major projects and contracts.

Teamwork & Committed worker with initiative, discipline, confidence,

Multi-task and goal-orientation; establishes vision and develops

Management business relationships with people from diverse cultures

( ( ( and at all professional levels.

Customer Needs Exemplifies sound judgment and decision-making skills,

Assessment attitude, and work effort. Able to multitask and possesses

( ( ( exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Creative Problem Flexible to change priorities and maintains highest

Solving & Conflict professional ethics and standards.

Resolution

Professional [pic]

Background

Present Deputy Director (Construction Division) ( DC Department of Real

Estate Services ( Washington, DC

. Oversee the completion of the capital improvement program for various

agencies throughout DC as well as the release of the district capital

budget program involving the analysis of untaken real property resources

and creation of new facilities that sustains the District.

. Direct and coordinate the daily activities including but not limited to

project management, supervision of the project team to ensure that all

work were performed efficiently, and discussion of projects with the

architectural, engineering, construction, and consulting firms.

. Review and direct the operational functions of the office of the

construction Divisions: Capital maintenance; safety; design, construction

and project management; administration and modernization of information

technology systems employed by the Office; productivity and cost-savings

measures; strategic human capital management, including performance

management and training and development initiatives; financial

management, including the integration of operational functions and

financial management to ensure that budgets, financial information, and

systems support the required strategic and annual plans. Directs the work

of the organization, providing administrative and technical supervision

necessary for accomplishing the work of the organization.

. Effectively manage approximately $900M six-year capital budget ('07 the

capital budget equaled $340M). Completed 100 projects FY '09 and a

current portfolio in excess of 110 active major ventures.

. Lead a 55-person team of project managers, construction manager,

architects/engineers, cost estimators, and support staff.

. Set up department accountabilities and evaluating performance by

department-wide performance management plan.

. Provide assistance to the team of construction managers while performing

project development; interact with the city officials for further

negotiations and approvals of new commercial projects.

. Perform planning, forecasting, monitoring of budgets, and management of

contractors and staff to ensure proper allocation of resources and on

time completion of the project.

Major Contributions:

. Increased divisional output: $50M in 2007, $55M in 2008, $120M in 2009,

$200M in 2010

. Completely reengineered the division to reflect a Project Management

Office (PMO). Created "Clusters" that aligned with specific project-

types. Thus creating and environment of project accountability and

seamless oversight. Reduced invoice processing from 90-120 days to 45

days.

. Published the department's policies and procedures to mirror industry

best practice, as well as implemented a web-based "Project Delivery

Manual", which outlined the project delivery for accomplishing

repeatable and successful project.

. Developed and implemented a PMIS-Project Management Information System

database which tracks change orders, invoices, and project budgets.

. Published the nation first "LEED Guidebook for Projects in the District

of Columbia--New Construction and Major Renovations". Selected to speak

at the 2009 Greenbuild Conference.

. Published the District "Space Standards" which maximized the utilization

of existing and new rentable square feet to coincide with the Districts

move from leased to owned facilities.

. Completed a comprehensive Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) and Space

Survey of 200 (2Mill + SqFt.) District buildings.

. Installed a Facility Condition Assessment Database to assist in the

development of six-year capital budget.

Key Projects: LEED Silver - Forensic Lab/ Crime Lab (200,000 + sq. ft.)

*$200M; Eastern Market (historic renovation of 100-year-old

farmers market) *$26M; Presidential Inaugural Viewing Stand (the

design and construction of the three stands used during the

ceremony) *$4M; and Evidence Warehouse (modern evidence building

with automated retrieval system) *$20M; LEED Silver - Department

of Employment Services (150,000 + sq. ft.) *$80M; LEED Gold-

Waterfront Interior Renovation (600,000 + sq. ft.) *$85M; LEED

Gold-New Beginnings-Youth Correctional Facility; *$35M; DCPS

Headquarters- (150,000 + sq. ft.) *$15M; OSSE Headquarters-

(80,000 sq. ft) *$8M

2004-2007 Program Manager (AECOM)

Chicago School Associates ( Chicago, IL

. Led all facets of facilities and infrastructure programs for the Chicago

Board of Education while providing necessary decision-making and

implementing processes.

. Helped all level of program management from planning to the completion of

facilities management and construction; conferred with contractors,

consultants, and internal technical staff; performed design and budget

development supervision and management and implementation control; and

coordinated all necessary community, end-user, and political involvement.

Key Projects: FAA Grant-Sound Abatement Project (soundproofing of eight

schools) *$12M; "Renovation 2010" (renovation of 11 schools)

*$35M; ComEd Grant (electrical and lighting upgrades and fire

protection improvements) *$12M; and Head Start-Early Childhood

Facility Renovation *$4M

2002-2003 Special Assistant to the Assistant General Manager ( DC Water and

Sewer Authority ( Washington, DC

. Provided assistance on key technical and administrative matters with

other duties like high-level leadership to senior staff and field

personnel; assisted Assistant General Manager in the strategic planning,

budget preparation, and implementation of the organizational mission; and

ensured full and appropriate coordination, integration, and operation of

major authority programs.

Major Contributions:

. Created an internal benchmark to be implemented into the gain-sharing

requirements through exceptional sewer repair units' identification.

. Designed and developed inter-department linkage plans to ensure proper

internal communication.

Key Project: Visitor Center (District of Columbia River Walk Project)

*$2M

2000-2002 Project Manager ( (Planning and Development, with Capital

Construction)

Chicago Park District ( Chicago, IL

. Managed complex city-funded projects involving analysis and conceptual

design, construction, and completion along with the supervision of staff

engaged in program implementation.

. Established and applied the program objectives and procedures, as well as

prepared budgets, project timelines and schedules while leading the

contract-design activities such as estimates and material approval.

. Served as liaison between community groups, Aldermen, and the mayor's

office along with city agencies including Chicago Building Department,

Department of Planning, Department of Zoning, Department of

Transportation, Streets and Sanitation, and Board of Education to

identify conflicts and negotiate resolution.

Major Contribution:

. Finished projects worth $27M on time and under budget.

Key Project: Fabric Pool Dome (conversion project of a seasonal

facility to year-round) *$1M; City of Chicago Campus Parks

Program (asphalt conversion to open green space) *$40M; Grant

Park South Garage (renovation in the middle of downtown Chicago)

*$35M; and Mandrake Park (development of a vacant city block

into open green space) *$3.5M

1997-2000 Project Manager (Planning and Development, with Capital

Construction)

Public Building Commission of Chicago ( Chicago, IL

. Led all phases of high-end construction/interior build-outs projects for

the City of Chicago as well as the development and monitoring of program

budgets; determined the consultants, employees, and general contractors.

. Served as liaison between the department, other operating departments,

and intergovernmental agencies to ensure the coordination of program

related activities.

. Established the relationship between City Departments, owner's

representatives, architects, contractors, and community organizations.

Major Contribution:

. Selected as project manager for the Chicago Fountain Program, including

design and construction. Administered ongoing property management of new

fountains in City of Chicago.

Key Project: Goldblatts (167,000 sq. ft. restoration of a Chicago

landmark into city offices) *$17M; Gallery 37 Center for the

Performing and Visual Arts Renovation *$16M; Bronzeville

Military Armory (Historic Renovation of Chicago's first all-

military high school) *$20M; Bronzeville Military Armory

Addition (70,000 sq. ft.) *$10M;

Credentials [pic]

Formal Selected as a National Urban Fellow and received a Master of Public

Education Administration ( Baruch College-The City University of New York (

2003

Bachelor of Science in Communications ( Emerson College, Boston, MA

( 1993

Certificatio Certificate of Construction Management ( Tuner Construction ( 2000

n OSHA 10 Hours Occupational Safety and Health Training Course 20009

Affiliations National Forum of Black Public Administrators Construction

Management Association of America (CMAA) The African American Real

Estate Professionals DC (AAREP)

Computer MS Office, Word, Excel, Power Point, Prolog (project management

Skills software)

Recognitions Award of Merit: Governments New Beginnings Youth Development Center-

McGraw Hill- Mid- Atlantic Construction-09 Best of Awards

& Recognizing Excellence

Awards

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