Project Manager Engineer
Resume:
Jennifer Wyatt
Email: *********@********.***
Address: *** *. *******
City: Chicago
State: IL
Zip: 60657
Country: USA
Phone: 773-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: 80
Willing to Relocate
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Jennifer J. Wyatt
663 W. Melrose #F2
Chicago, IL 60657
I am a 17 year construction management professional. I am searching for a reputable firm that can offer varied opportunities which will allow me to establish a long term career and continued growth. My experience offers a diverse background of residential and commercial projects. My dedication and passion for this industry consistently compels me to become a more well rounded and accomplished individual.
WORK EXPERIENCE
May 2010 to Present Department of Homeland Security - FEMA - Region V
I am currently a disaster assistance employee (DAE) for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. As a DAE I am responsible to assess damage for public entities after a disaster has occurred. My responsibilities include meeting with road commissioners, fire and police professionals, school district leaders and others in order to evaluate the monetary value a public entity incurred due to a particular disaster. Although this is a departure from my long term career I believe it has assisted in continuing to develop my long term career goals.
February 2007 to February 2009 Interior Construction Group, Inc - Chicago, IL
Project Manager
My experience at ICG offered me the opportunity to gain experience as the sole project manager on multiple interior build out projects in Chicago for such firms as JP Morgan Chase, Hinshaw & Culbertson, Spencer Stuart and others. I was also the senior project manager responsible for building a new office space for ICG which achieved LEED silver status. I was challenged with scope reviews and responsible for executing all sub-contracts. In addition, I followed the financial aspect of each project from inception to completion resulting in profits above initial anticipated goals. I worked with multiple superintendents to coordinate the projects between the office and the field.
March 2006 to January 2007 Weis Builders - Chicago, IL
Project Engineer
My experience at Weis Builders offered me the opportunity to gain experience as the sole project engineer on a thirty-two million dollar project. I was tasked with performing all scope reviews and executing sub-contracts. I was also a liaison between the Owner, architects and subcontractors resulting in financial value to the Owner as well as keeping the project on schedule. Finally, I worked closely with my superintendent in order to gain more knowledge of building the job in the field resulting in a confident working relationship with my field supervisor.
October 2005 to March 2006 J.C. Beal Construction - Ann Arbor, MI
Project Manager
This opportunity challenged me to complete a renovation at the Veteran's Hospital in Ann Arbor Michigan after it had been mismanaged for months. I was responsible for reconciling all subcontracts, change orders and final payments. I also oversaw all field activities for the remainder of the project.
August 2003 to June 2005 Presbyterian Homes - Evanston, IL
Owner's Representative / Project Manager
This company offered me the opportunity to learn more about the Owner's Representative role on a construction project. During my time at Presbyterian Homes I had the opportunity to conduct many pre-construction scenarios for several different types of projects. Being a non-profit company made the financial comparisons challenging and a positive learning experience. I also managed multiple schedule challenged interior build-outs.
December 1997 to July 2003 Turner Construction Company - Chicago, IL
My time at Turner Construction enabled me to experience all phases of the commercial side of the construction industry. I was a Project Manager facilitating all phases of construction for the Special Projects Division. I worked as a project manager for multiple interior build out projects, was a Project Engineer on a 300 million dollar renovation of a National Football League stadium and was also a Superintendent on the renovation of an elementary school project.
Project Superintendent - Komensky Elementary School Addition
This position gave me the opportunity to work closely in the field coordinating the addition. My responsibilities included coordinating and directing all aspect of field operations. I was also responsible for implementing the safety program for this project. This provided me with on-site experience, which only strengthened my background of the engineering side of a project.
Project Engineer - Lambeau Field Redevelopment Project
My experience at the stadium required me to coordinate drawings and submittals for 35 million dollars worth of work. I was responsible for miscellaneous metals, masonry, millwork, spray on fireproofing, drywall, acoustical tile and stadium seating among others. I worked closely with the superintendents to coordinate material deliveries to ensure appropriate timing with the schedule. This project also enabled me to participate in OAC meetings that included the Owner, the team of architects and engineers and members of the facilities department from the Green Bay Packers.
Project Manager - Special Projects Division
Enjoyed the challenge of learning the commercial side of the industry. I was responsible for developing and directing all aspects of construction for multiple interior renovation projects. My duties included estimating, bidding, submittal and change management, cost control and closeout. Projects included Citibank, Sonnenschein, Nath & Rosenthal (law firm), Microcenter (computer store) and the new build out for Turner Construction. I was also responsible for developing and tracking the schedule for each project.
March 1997 - December 1997 Chicago Urban Properties - Chicago, IL
Homebuilding Supervisor
Utilized enthusiasm for residential building projects along with my drive to constantly learn, to enter the commercial/residential market. Used initiative to gain responsibility for my own building when the opportunity arose. Responsible for planning, organizing and directing all aspects of construction on an 82 unit loft building. Managed, scheduled and coordinated all subcontractors and material deliveries to the jobsite. Conducted pre-drywall and pre-settlement orientations with the homeowners.
June 1994 to March 1997 Ryland Homes - Schaumburg, IL
Homebuilding Supervisor I, II & III
Combined my education and passion for the building industry to establish myself as an immediate leader for my firm in the capacity of Homebuilding Supervisor. Won Rookie Homebuilding Supervisor of the Year prior to completing my first full year in the position. Thoroughly enjoyed the process and interaction of walking a homebuyer throughout the entire process of building a new home.
EDUCATION
Masters in Business Administration - Lake Forest Graduate School of Management - 2005
Bachelor of Science - Building Construction Management - Michigan State University - 1994
INTERESTS
Organizing and planning organizational and personal events, home improvement, reading, walking/running, biking and sports. I am also in the process of studying to become LEED accredited.
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