Project Manager Construction

MICHAEL F. DUBIEL

917-***-**** ********@*****.*** 10785 Caminito Bravura San Diego, CA

92108

Director OF Construction

Award-winning and top-performing professional with a solid Strengths Include:

work ethic and extensive experience conceptualizing and ( Construction

orchestrating retail store construction projects. Administration

Demonstrated talents in store planning and design, ( Quality Control /

contract/change order negotiation, and budget Assurance

preparation/administration. Outstanding ability to ( Design & Development

communicate and collaborate effectively with contractors, ( Project Management

consultants, suppliers, landlords, and other team members. ( Leadership &

Teambuilding

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, ( Regulatory Compliance

impeccable attention to detail, and expertise in bid

proposal review, site selection, and brand management. ( Material Planning

Deliver projects on time, within budget, and above client ( Document Control

expectations. Dedication to quality craftsmanship, brand ( Vendor / Client

consistency, and return on investment (ROI). Working Relations

knowledge of Spanish and basic understanding of French and ( Cost Analysis

German.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Charlotte Russe San Diego, CA 2012

Director - Store Construction

Enlisted to fill role that had remained vacant for 1 years, supplying

expertise in retail store design for young women's apparel chain with 525

stores throughout the US with average size of approximately 7K sq. ft.

Challenged to create new store prototype and oversee construction of retail

locations and outlets. Supervised Store Designer and Project Manager.

Negotiated contracts and awarded projects to general contractors. Qualified

vendors and directed development of custom store fixtures, signage,

millwork, flooring, storefronts, and special features. Served on Real

Estate Executive Committee and aided in review and approval process for

future store locations. Reviewed all landlord lease agreements and

finalized consistent language to minimize store build-out costs.

. Executed design of new store prototype and completed total of 12 new

locations (including 4 outlet stores) with all opening on time and in

adherence to desired budget of $120 per sq. ft. for full price locations

and $65 per sq. ft. for outlets.

. Established standardized design criteria by landlord to simplify design

reviews and achieve brand consistency throughout the country.

MF Dubiel Designs New York, NY 2011-2012

Owner

Founded and built company from the ground up, providing design and

construction consulting services to residential and retail store clients.

Presided over day-to-day operations and handled all business administration

functions encompassing financial management and accounts

payable/receivable.

. Cultivated existing relationship with top US retailer Aeropostale,

supplying design and construction assistance for locations throughout

Canada and guiding/working closely with external consultants to refine

store prototype design currently being implemented throughout the US in

approximately 60 stores per year.

. Developed residential construction business, gaining valuable experience

in homebuilding and orchestrating design and construction of 4-story

townhouse in Manhattan and 5-bedroom beach house in Amagansett, NY.

Holt Renfrew Toronto, Ontario, Canada 2008-2011

Director - Store Planning & Construction

Recruited by Canada's leading luxury apparel retailer based on

design/construction background and reputation for expertise in budgeting

and scheduling. Administered facility management functions for existing

stores, corporate offices, and distribution center and execute ongoing

store remodels/retrofits as well as relocation of flagship location in

Calgary. Led team of 7 including Senior Project Manager, 2 Project

Managers, Field Project Manager, Financial Planner, Analyst, and Project

Coordinator. Collaborated with external suppliers to develop designs that

supported merchandising, marketing, and customer service strategies and

reflected corporate brand. Contributed to Real Estate Steering Committee

charged with reviewing potential new locations, expansions, downsizes, and

vendor placement negotiations. Reported to CFO and worked closely with

CEO/Owner.

. Successfully opened 150K sq. ft. flagship store in Calgary on time and

within budget, guiding $50M project from inception to conclusion

encompassing 50+ contractors and vendors:

- Negotiated more than 450 change orders, reducing initial cost from

$8.5M to $5M.

- Played key role in achieving Mayor's Honours Award from Mayor of

Calgary for contributing to downtown revitalization efforts.

. Facilitated capital improvements at 13 locations totaling $25M (2008),

$20M (2009), and $17M (2010).

. Introduced department structure, standards, and procedures that increased

staff focus and performance by eliminating overlapping requests from

other departments.

The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. & Disney Store North America

Secaucus, NJ 1999-2007

Senior Director - Store Design (2004-2007)

Director - Store Design (1999-2004)

Enlisted from previous employer (J. Crew) to oversee establishment of store

design department and bring consistency and cohesiveness to store

construction operations for company selling apparel (The Children's Place)

and toys/novelty items (Disney Store). Supervised 9 employees including 5

Project Managers, Design Director, 2 Design Managers, and Administrative

Assistant with additional oversight of 3 MEP consultants and 3

architectural consultants. Aided in site selection process for new store

locations, relocations, and expansions as member of Executive Real Estate

Committee. Additionally handled design of 5 corporate offices as well as

distribution center planning and collaborated with department heads from

merchandising, visual merchandising, and marketing to grow and enhance both

retail brands.

. Earned promotion to Senior Director - Store Design in recognition of

consistent record of achievement, proven management abilities, and

continued operational effectiveness.

. Key player in expanding The Children's Place from 200 to 600+ stores in

less than 5 years, increasing brand's presence throughout the US as well

as Canada and Puerto Rico.

. Achieved "Store of the Year - 2005" (big box - 10K+ sq. ft.) from

International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) for The Children's

Place, Vaughan Mills in Vaughan, Ontario.

. Developed innovative cashwrap design for Disney Store prototype, winner

of "Cashwrap of the Year" from Chain Store Age in 2005.

. Completed construction of 100 stores per year from 1999-2004 and 200

stores per year in 2005 and 2006, cultivating partnerships to support

both retail brands and bringing store build-outs in on time and budget.

Additional Experience:

Director - Store Planning and Manager - Store Planning, J. Crew, New York,

NY

Project Manager, Fitzpatrick Design Group, New York, NY

Project Manager, Elizabeth Montgomery, Inc., New York, NY

Project Manager, Job Captain, and Draftsman, Norwood Oliver Design

Associates, New York, NY

Education & COMPUTER SKILLS

Coursework completed toward B.Arch. New York Institute of Technology, Old

Westbury, NY

Computer Skills: AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office Suite

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