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Gene David Jewell H: 303. 516.9668 C:303-***-****

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EDUCATION

Master of Architecture: University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois 1990

Emphasis: Business Management

B. S. - Industrial Construction Management: Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado 1985

LICENSING:

Licensed Architect: State of Illinois

CAREER SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE

Growth Program Development Directed Engineering Directed Purchasing

Associate Training and Development Directed Store Planning Project Management

Team Motivation Departmental Budgeting Operational Planning

Consultant Relations Business Restructuring Contract Development

Cost Control/Reduction Strategic Planning Entitlements/Due Diligence

Acquisition Studies Specifications/ Prototype Productivity Improvements

Estimating and Budgeting Construction Supervision

CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS

I started a Real Estate Acquisition, Entitlement, and Construction Consulting company to assist companies in the pre-

construction and construction phases of their projects. Clients include Noodles and Company, Artisan Management, Inc.

which develops retail and self storage centers, and Edmark Development, LLC that develops retail centers for national

clients including Walgreens, Kohls, and Krogers.

As a Project Construction Manger I was responsible for all construction projects for the Eastern United States. I

performed all building investigations and identified and obtain any variances or special uses required for the property. I

prepared all construction estimates and established the project budget including décor, equipment, municipal fees, and

furniture. I also had responsibility for obtaining all permits, bidding to General Contractors, value engineering and

awarding the contracts. The Project Construction Manger was responsible for monitoring the construction project and

working with Operations to deliver the restaurant. I am also responsible for all warranty and maintenanc e for the first

year of the restaurants operation.

As the Director of Project Development, I developed procedures and manage a team of 30 associates that encompassed

the entire Project Development process. This team includes Site Planning, Store Planning, Mechanical Engineering,

Electrical Engineering, Architecture, and Purchasing. The role also included scheduling, estimating, and approval of all

change orders. The management challenge was to break down the functional “silos” and quickly get the associates to

work as a team. I also had the opportunity to evaluate many of the processes performed by the disciplines that I had not

managed before and revise procedures to reduce time and cost. I also developed a manner to better analyze remodel

projects to better identify building conditions and improve the accuracy of the cost estimates.

As the Director of Architecture I was responsible for the development of construction documents and permitting for a $1

billion per year growth program.

As the Project Administration Manager I managed the Entitlement Associates as well as the Architectural staff for the

central United States. It was important to instill teamwork between the individuals to assure a smooth transition between

the two different phases of the development process.

As the Entitlement Manager I developed the companies Entitlement (Due Diligence) Department including all entitlement

procedures. I realized that there was not enough time and attention was given to the governmental, neighborhood, and

utility approvals for the project. This lack of due diligence resulted in the projects being hit by many unforeseen costs

after the project was under construction. Better Entitlements allowed for better control of the direction of the project and

better costing information prior to closing on the property. We found that dedicating associates to Entitlements created

better focus than when it was previously handled by the Architecture or Real Estate departments.

BUSINESS EXPERIENCE

Jewell Development Services

President 11/1/2004 – Present

Acquisition, Entitlement and Construction Consulting Company to assist clients in the pre-construction and

construction phases of their projects. Clients included Noodles and Company, Artisan Management, Inc. which

develops retail and self storage centers, and Edmark Development, LLC that develops retail centers for national

clients including Walgreens, Kohls, and Krogers.

Noodles and Company, Inc.

Construction Project Manager 1/31/2006 – 11/1/2007

Manage the due diligence, site evaluation, estimating, bidding, permitting, and construction supervision of the fast

casual restaurant chain’s Eastern Division. Responsible for evaluating potential General Contractors, contracting,

value engineering projects, and establishing the best practices for constructing the restaurants on time and under

budget.

American Stores Properties, Inc. (ASPI) and Albertson’s, Inc. (Merged June 1999) – Served as part of the

development branch of both companies, which operate over 2,512 Food stores, Fuel Centers, and Drug stores in 36 states.

The operating companies include Albertson’s, Max Foods, Acme Markets, Jewel Food, and Osco and Savon Drug. The

store development growth program increased from 40 new stores in 1995 to a one billion dollar, 100 new stores growth

program in all subsequent years.

Director of Project Development 8/2001 to 11/1/2004

Manage a pilot program Project Development Team that included Site Planning, Architecture, Store Planning,

Engineering, and Purchasing for the development of new and remodel food and drug stores. The role also

included construction processes of scheduling, estimating, and approval of all change orders. Developed an

employee “shadowing program” to cross train and assure a cooperative and interactive team effort between

disciplines.

Director of Architecture 6/1998 to 8/2001

Directed the efforts of the Architectural Project Managers in contracting the development of construction

documents for new and remodel Food stores, Fuel Centers, and Drug stores. Reviewed and approved construction

contracts and change orders. Developed master contracts for all outside consultants, maintained department

budgets, and assisted in the development of cost effective Criteria Drawings.

Project Administration Manager 5/1995 to 6/1998

Managed a local and regional staff of Entitlement and Architectural/Engineering Coordinators throughout the

development process. The new course of action provided accurate information to the American Stores Company

executive level on project delivery from site acquisition through store completion.

Entitlement Manager 3/1994 to 5/1995

I created the American Stores Properties, Inc. Entitlement Department and the processes for assessing the

financial and physical feasibility of proposed food and drug store sites. Performed site investigation and managed

a team of consultants to obtain project approval with jurisdictional authorities. Disseminated information both

internally and externally to ensure the construction of stores on time and within budget. The Entitlement

Department increased in personnel from one to nine employees over three years due to its success. My duties

included the training of the Associates that were hired into the Entitlement Department.

Architectural/ Engineering Coordinator 10/1993 to 3/1994

Contracted and Managed Architectural Consultants to provide construction documents, specifications, and

permits for Food and Drug Stores

State Farm Insurance Companies

Project Architect 8/1990 to 10/1993

Building Design and Construction Project Designer; Functioned as team coordinator with the construction unit,

interior design unit, production unit, mechanical and electrical engineers, contractors and outside consultants in

the development of company owned facilities throughout the nation. Site inspection and analysis, space

programming, cost estimating, building code compliance analysis and construction inspection. Special Projects

included the design and supervision of a 2 story, three million dollar, claims office in Anchorage, Alaska and a

36,000 square foot addition, and remodel of the Livonia, Michigan Field Office.

BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (cont.)

Bradley, Likins, Dillow, Drayton Architects (BLDD)

Intern Architect January to August 1990

AutoCAD drafting, design, site analysis, schematic presentation

Army Corps of Engineers - Construction Engineering Research Lab (CERL)

Intern Architect 1/1986 to 12/1989

Intern Researcher, AutoCAD draftsman, display and presentation. Research on space planning, physical security,

building materials, and shock isolation.

Rickli Architects and Associates

Draftsman / Designer. May to September 1986

Design programming and construction documents on several national retail facilities and one private residence.

Walden Brother’s Construction

Carpenter / Laborer June to Sep 1980 & 1982

Residential additions and remodeling projects.

ACTIVITIES/ AWARDS

Power of Choice Course with Leadership Outfitters 2003

The Successful Life Course with Ed Forman 2003

Management for Inspired Performance Course 1998

ASPI Mentoring Program (pilot program) 1998

Frontline Leadership Course 1997

University of Illinois Men's Rugby Club (President 1987 to 1990)

Sigma Lambda Chi Honor Fraternity in Construction Management 1985

REFERENCES

References available upon request

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