Costa Mesa, CA
Home: 714-***-****
Cell: 949-***-****
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Michael J. Leberman
Summary With a track record of success in commercial/retail real estate
development and tenant construction, I:
. Coordinated the on-time, under budget opening of over 75 shopping
centers and over 100 commercial buildings over the last 20 years
. Consistently used my strong time management and organizational
skills along with creativity for resolving problems to achieve both
developer and tenant advantage
. Enjoyed working with all on the team to reach our maximum potential
in delivering for our tenants
. Assumed increasing responsibility and demonstrated progressive
advancement throughout my career
Professional Experience
Donahue Schriber Costa Mesa, CA
2004-6/2009
Donahue Schriber is one of the few fully integrated retail property
companies, skilled in asset management, leasing, development,
construction supervision and marketing for over 93 shopping centers in
the western US, representing more than 16 million square feet of
retail space.
Director of Development
. Designed, Coordinated and monitored site planning, entitlements,
construction and budgets resulting in on- time, on-budget openings
for 11 shopping centers, including Countryside Marketplace 775k,
Smoketree Commons125k and The Orchard Walk Shopping Centers 245k.
. Assisted in Lease negotiations with Tenants and Real Estate
attorneys
. Coordinated and monitored due diligence and consultant reports for
the acquisition and sale of several shopping centers.
. Analyzed real estate, developed and evaluated budgets, developed
capital pro-formas, established schedules and hired consultants
such that development could occur in a timely manner
. Coordinated with Governmental Agencies the development of
Environmental Impact reports, reimbursement agreements, and
offering of Bonds.
. Coordinated major tenants, restaurant tenants, municipalities,
internal development departments and Sr. management to ensure
optimal occupancy, tenant satisfaction and new project referrals
. Achieved $100 mil per year in development output
Nadel Architects Costa Mesa, CA
2001-2004
One of the largest architectural firms in the US, Nadel offers
architectural design, planning, and interior design services
throughout the US and in Asia and provides services for commercial,
public-sector, residential, and institutional projects.
Project Manager 2001 - 2002; Jr. VP 2002-2003; Vice President
2003 - 2004
. Worked with developers to design, entitle and construct regional
shopping centers to ensure the successful opening of such
properties as Corona Crossings 975k, Bakersfield Marketplace
500k, Amerige Heights Town Center 335k and Falcon Ridge Town
Center 335k
. Trained and developed a staff of 25 architects utilizing AutoCAD,
resulting in repeat customer satisfaction and insuring highest
level of standards within the architectural field.
. Partnered with cities, contractors and tenants to coordinate the
necessary document completion to ensure on time center openings
. Managed budget and internal controls of the projects to ensure
optimal profitability
. Established profit/loss statements for each project
Nike Portland, OR
1999 - 2001
With 30,000 employees across six continents and with several wholly
owned subsidiaries such as Cole Haan and Converse, Nike develops
products that help athletes of every level of ability, reach their
potential.
Senior Project Manager
. Designed, managed budget and implemented with design teams and
architects, the Nike Factory Store and the Nike Store program for
projects throughout the world, achieving 100% on time openings
. Negotiated lease with landlords and Property owners
. Planned store layouts, designed the fixture and graphic programs
and monitored the construction plan for over 30 projects per year.
. Scheduling, budget tracking and reporting to Sr. Management
critical success of program.
Musil Perkowitz Ruth Long Beach, CA
1992 - 1999
Specializing in shopping centers, Musil Perkowitz Ruth is dedicated
to performing excellent design and service in the field of
architecture specializing in retail, commercial and restaurants.
Associate
. Hired, trained and managed budget for 47-person firm
. Responsible for overseeing and managing satellite offices in
Honolulu, Sacramento and Portland
. Developed prototype retail establishments for Border's Books,
Sports Authority, Extended Stay America, Fred Meyer Stores, Baja
Fresh and subsequent "roll-out" programs
. Worked with developers to design, entitle and construct regional
shopping centers to ensure the successful opening of such
properties Waikele Center and Murrieta Town Center
HomeClub Fullerton, CA
1987 - 1992
Director of Warehouse Planning - Site planning, Store planning,
building design, construction and maintenance for all new and
remodeled retail stores. Developed prototypical store design and
implemented the opening of 52 new retail facilities
Ole's Home Centers Pasadena, CA
1981 - 1987
Director of Maintenance - Independently managed repair and maintenance
for a chain of 80 home stores, achieving consistently positive
customer satisfaction reports.
Education 1976 - 1980 California State University, Northridge - Bachelor
of Science, Political Science