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Project Manager Construction

Location:
Torrance, CA, 90505
Posted:
August 28, 2010

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Resume:

Linda H. Asato

LEED Accredited Professional

***** ***** ****** . ********, ** 90505

773-***-**** . *******@*****.***

Senior Project Manager

Summary: Experienced and successful project manager seeking a challenging

position to leverage my passion in architecture and sustainable building

design. Highly organized and disciplined; possess well-developed

interpersonal skills and the ability to mentor others in a supportive team

environment. Project history includes managing the design and construction

of mixed-use, commercial retail, airport terminals and educational

facilities.

Education:

University of California at Los Angeles - Master of Architecture

University of California at Los Angeles - Bachelor of Arts in Design

Professional Experience:

Relocated from Chicago to southern California

2009-Present

. Became a certified LEED AP

. Completed 15 professional seminars on Environmental Energy Design

. Obtained Green & Sustainable Certification from California State

University Long Beach

. Assisted parents with relocation and adjustment to life in Los

Angeles, CA

OKW Architects, Inc., Chicago, IL

2006-2008

Senior Project Manager

. Supervised a team of project architects, designers and engineers for

the design and construction of a $90 million mixed-use development

including a 14-story residential tower,138 room Starwood Aloft Hotel

and 150,000 square feet of retail space in Oak Brook, IL

. Supervised a team of designers and engineers to design and construct a

$120 million mixed-use project, including a 37-story residential tower

and 287,000 square feet of retail space in downtown Chicago

. Negotiated and budgeted project fees of $2.5 million

. Met with city planners to discuss and resolve zoning issues; and with

Fire Department officials to ensure compatibility with building codes.

. Coordinated 300-page construction document sets with engineers,

architects and consultants, verifying consistency in planning, design

and approach to the project.

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. Developed and maintained the project schedule using MS Project;

tracked financial performance; conducted weekly project team meetings

with up to 12 participants; and advised upper management via monthly

status reports.

. Responded to 350 RFIs and contractor field requests, prepared

proposals and marketing materials to generate new business.

Asato and Associates, Architects and Planners, Homewood, IL

2003-2006

Project Manager/Project Architect

. Researched and analyzed building and zoning codes; prepared project

specifications

. Managed the design and coordination of construction documents for

elementary schools, community centers and high-end custom homes in the

Chicago area

. Oversaw the construction phase of each project, interfacing with

clients and various design consultants

Austin AECOM, Design-Build A/E Firm, Chicago, IL

1998-2003

Assistant Project Manager

. Assisted the Sr. Project Manager with coordination of MEP and

architectural documents for a $1.2 billion international terminal at

JFK International Airport for American Airlines

. Processed construction documents through the Port Authority of NY and

NJ and the Department of Airports

. Supported the Project Manager with design and construction of a $600

million airport hub for DHL Distribution Center in Covington, KY

Technical Skills:

Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Revit, Autocad, Expedition

Certificates:

LEED A.P. - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Accredited

Professional

Green & Sustainable Building Certification - California State University,

Long Beach, CA

Affiliations:

Member U.S. Green Building Council

Member UCLA Alumni

Member ACE Mentor Program

Sample Portfolio is Available upon Request

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Relevant Project List

Mixed-Use and Retail Projects

. Clearwater Mixed-Use Development, Oak Brook, IL

14-story 77 unit condominium tower, 138 room Aloft Hotel, 150,000

sq.ft. retail center with a construction estimate of $90 million.

. South Loop Commons Mixed-Use Development, Chicago, IL

44-story 240 unit residential tower, 3-story 287,000 sq.ft. retail

center, 4-story precast concrete parking structure with a construction

estimate of $120 million.

. Hard Rock Condo/Hotel and Entertainment Complex, Las Vegas, NV

A complex consisting of three residential towers, a condotel, casino

and entertainment center, high end bungalows and parking structure

with a construction estimate of $200 million.

Hospitality

. Aloft Hotel, Oak Brook, IL

A "W" Hotel prototype consisting of 138 rooms on six levels operated

by Starwood

. Hard Rock Condo/Hotel and Entertainment Complex, Las Vegas, NV

An entertainment complex consisting of three residential towers, a

condotel, casino and theater, high end bungalows and parking

structure.

Transportation Facilities

. American Airlines International Terminal, JFK International Airport,

NY

An international terminal of 2.2 million s.f. supporting 55 gates,

three concourses, control tower and pedestrian tunnel with a

construction estimate of $1.2 billion.

. DHL North America Hub Distribution Facility, Covington, KY

. Signature Flight Support Terminal, O'Hare International Airport,

Chicago, IL

. Morgan Stanley Dean Witter/Discover Office and Hangar, Palwaukee

Airport, Wheeling

. LSG Skychefs Food Facility, O'Hare International Airport, Chicago, IL

Education / Healthcare

. Commonwealth Elementary School, Los Angeles, CA

. Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

. Amundsen High School, Chicago, IL

. Francis Parkman Elementary School, Chicago, IL

. Medgar Evers Primary Academic Center, Ford Heights, IL

. Ford Heights Proposed Community Library, Ford Heights, IL



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