Project Manager Construction

craig f. zupan

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Glen, IL 60491

e-mail: ablnu9@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

A seasoned and outstandingly experienced Professional Architect,

Construction Manager, Facilities Manager and Construction Consultant.

"Exemplary performance and outstanding leadership

through team effort, with delivery of superior end results".

A professional who understands the 'big picture view' and the total scope

of building design and construction, facilities project management, real

estate development, and construction project accountability and

responsibility. An individual that possesses an unwavering commitment to

excellence of the built environment, and a complete dedication to the

process of achieving it.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Design Excellence Vendor/Supplier/Consultant Management

Superior Time/ Budget Results Cost and Time Savings for Long Term

Growth

Construction Team Leadership Comprehensive /Strategic Goal Setting

Organizational Change New Client Development/ Marketing Capabilities

CAD/Computer Performance Outstanding Technical Competency

Building and Environmental Code Capital/Expense Project Assessments

Analysis Capabilities US Government Contract Expertise

Process Assessments On-Time On-Budget Project Results

Performance Parameter Analysis Corrective Action Plans and Results

Corrective Action Specialist MEP Functionality / Performance

Extensive Field Work Goal and Results Driven

LEED Certifiable Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AMBITECH ENGINEERING, Downers Grove, Illinois June

2007 to Present

Consulting Engineer and Architect

o Designed three major high technology, multi-million dollar semi-

conductor buildings on an industrial campus, and consulted on

three others

o Established design procedures, code reviews and total

engineering layout for chemical and utility handling industrial

buildings

o Responsible for structural, mechanical, electrical and building

code reviews and follow-through designs

o Communicated effectively with clients, technology engineers,

vendors and industrial process and piping engineering

specialists

CZA ARCHITECTURE /

CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING March 2003 to

June 2007

Chicago, Illinois

Owner and President

o Responsible for the complete operation of a full-

service architectural and engineering consulting

firm, specializing in Property Condition Reports,

construction document reviews, pay draw analysis for

banks, financial institutions and faith-based

developers. Financial review and analysis of major

construction projects, site and field construction

monitoring, and capital and replacement reserve

studies for real estate investment groups, financial

institutions, and private clients

o Communicated closely with members of the real estate, financial

and consultant team leaders for major building projects

o Established cost control methods (i.e. accelerated

churn) for financial forecasting on all projects

o Developed full specifications and produced full construction

documentation on Auto Cad for a variety of small to medium

construction projects

o Produced cost analysis within 2% of guidelines on 97% of all

projects

o Developed financial spreadsheet analysis for building cost

reserves and replacements

o Achieved all project reports on-time and well within budget,

with total client satisfaction

G.A. UNGER ENGINEERING October 2000

to March 2003

Chicago, Illinois

Manager / Project Architect

o Totally responsibility for Property Condition Reports

and full project review and financial analysis for

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

projects. Specification writing, financial

feasibility and cost reserve spreadsheets for major

construction projects, including:

o Communicated closely with risk management financial leaders and

major building developers

o Implemented cost control methods (i.e. accelerated

churn) for project financial forecasting

o Developed full specifications and produced full construction

documentation for a variety of construction projects, ranging

up to $ 77 Million Dollars in construction cost

o Produced cost analysis within 2% of accuracy on 95% of all

projects

o Created financial spreadsheet analysis for building cost

reserves and replacements

o Delivered all project reports on-time and well within budget

STERLING ENGINEERING, Westbrook, Illinois

April 1999 to July 2000

Consulting Project Manager

o Actively led a construction team responsible for

regional construction and facilities management for

Ameritech Telecommunications

o Responsible for design, engineering, specifications and a

significant portion of all new telecommunications facility

remodelings

o Performed as Project Manager on several $1 M projects

o Leadership for mechanical, financial, and electrical engineering

groups

o Communicated closely with Ameritech regional staff to

develop construction programs

o Implemented cost control methods and reduced operating costs by

20 %

o Developed and designed prototype telecom centers

o Produced cost estimates within One percent (1%) of established

guidelines

MORRISON-KNUDSEN CORP., Skokie, Illinois Sept. 1997 to

April 1999

Senior Facilities Architect

o Developed complete cost analysis and depreciation accounting

methods

o Spearheaded all construction projects, including specifications,

contract documents

o Managed all technical and support staff

o Created complete internal system for construction project

realization

o Instituted managerial flow charts for corporate personnel

interaction and work processes

o Researched and fully developed a complete internal system for

all construction projects throughout all building campuses

o Established and maintained CAD production procedures

CONSULTING ARCHITECT, Chicago, IL Sept. 1996

to Sept. 1997

Consulting Architect

o Designed multi-million dollar custom residences/ entertainment

venues

o Produced comprehensive working drawings, specifications,

interior studies

o Designed and completely detailed building solutions

o Executed cost analyses for bar and nightclub additions and

remodellings

AUMILLER-YOUNGQUIST, Mt. Prospect, IL April 1996

to Sept. 1996

Consulting Architect

o Developed unique design and construction solutions for a Six-

Million dollar restaurant and entertainment complex.

o Completed total interior design and contract documents

o Formulated site planning studies, construction specifications,

mechanical, plumbing and electrical drawings

o Refined design solutions to their ultimate realization

o Realized design solutions based on stringent budget and

regulatory criteria

o Completed final project well below cost estimates

CFZA & ASSOCIATES, Architects, Chicago, IL February

1991 to April 1996

Sole Proprietor

o Established own design and consulting firm,

specializing in small commercial and custom

residential design and remodeling projects

o Marketed construction services to select clients and customers

o Managed the entire spectrum of demands for a full-service design

practice

o Succeeded in establishing electronic communication, software,

accounting procedurals

o Focused on timely production deadlines and superior customer

service

WM. E. BRAZELEY & ASSOCIATES, Matteson, IL January, 1989 to Dec.

1990

Project Manager

o Performed as Project Architect on multi-million

dollar projects

o Designed multi-million dollar Air Cargo facility

o Formulated new designs for regional SBC Centers and

Emergency Preparedness stations

o Designed multi-million dollar Air Cargo facility for

complete client satisfaction

LESTER B. KNIGHT ASSOCIATES, Chicago, IL June 1987 to December

1988

Project Architect

o Served as architectural designer, construction document

production lead and assistant specification writer

o Evaluated complex specifications for applicability and final

acceptance

o Interpreted programming data and criteria for major computer

facilities

o Adapted US Government specifications and engineering criteria

o Implemented solutions to complex engineering, space planning and

furnishings design criteria for national/international projects

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Instructor: Ray College of Design, Chicago, Illinois

1987-1993

. Taught courses in Architectural Theory and Design,

Drafting, Space Planning, Color Theory, Interior Design

PUBLICATIONS

. "Long Term Economies for HVAC Systems", Plant Services

Magazine, Putman Publications, Chicago, Illinois

August 1994

AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS

Biographical Sketch published, "Who's Who in the West" 19th Edition

1985

American Society of Interior Designers

1978-1982

. Member: ASID New Mexico Chapter

1978-1983

. NM ASID Chapter President

1981-1983

Reynolds Aluminum Prize for Architectural Students

1972

Best New Use of Aluminum in Architecture

University of New Mexico Alumni Association

1985-1998

EDUCATION

Computer-Aided Design (Certificate)

1992

. Robert Morris College, Chicago, IL

Master of Science: Marketing Communication

1985

. 24 Semester Hours: Business Management & Marketing,

Roosevelt University, Chicago, Illinois

B.F.A., Bachelor of Architecture

. University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico

1973

ON-GOING EDUCATION

American Institute of Architects

. Seminars in Marketing of Design Services

. Real Estate Investing

Illuminating Engineering Society Seminars

Illinois State Real Estate Examination

CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Architect, Illinois

Registered Architect, Arizona

Registered Architect, New Mexico (Initial Registration)

Computer - Aided Design Certification (CAD)

American Institute of Architects (AIA) (Former Member)

American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) (Former Member)

National Council of Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ)

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