Real Estate Project Manager
Resume:
Melondy Alexander
***** ***** ****** *******, ** 11433 Telephone: 347-***-****
E-Mail Address: ********@*****.***
Objective: To obtain a Challenging Career In The Private Sector
PERSONAL PROFILE AND SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Highly skilled finance professional with extensive contract, program management, realty and administrative experience. Proficiency in performing the full range of pre-award and/or post-award activities utilizing various types of contracts such as fixed price, various cost types, requirements, performance based and multiple award schedules. Drive for results, relationship building, and self-motivation in order to procure a variety of complex or specialized products and services. Broad knowledge of contracting regulations, policies, and procedures. Conducted reviews of contracts and contracting actions. Managed procurement programs. Experienced in collecting and analyzing data. Working understanding of policies and procedures within human research programs. Skilled in creating reports, presentations, and other documents used to convey interpretations and recommendations. Competency in participating in the planning and executive on both technical and administrative matters, and in working to improve internal processes and procedures. Highly qualified in utilizing real estate principles, practices, markets and values, and applying the techniques, principles and methods applicable to real estate activities. Skilled in applying applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing real estate functions within the United States. Experienced in applying contracting methods/procedures pertaining to the full scope of real estate transactions, and providing on the spot guidance in complex situations. Reviewed realty transactions and conveyances and evaluated the effects of various methods of acquisition and disposal upon the uses and value of land. Provided on-the-job training and mentoring. Led multi-functional teams as project scope is identified and implemented.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Working with the full range of contracting procedures and methods including formal advertising, negotiation, fixed-price, cost contracting, and use of special provisions and incentives
Applying negotiation techniques, cost analysis, and skill in devising negotiation strategies to resolve such problems as reducing costs, adjusting delivery schedules, and negotiating sole source procurements
Participating in negotiations including the pre-award and post-award phases of contracting for complex equipment and services
Providing advice and assistance in determining the timing of awards.
Completing a variety of real estate management functions through the utilization of a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices
Providing contractor guidance and interpretation of real estate regulations and requirements
Ensuring contract compliance with the scope of work and discipline specific to quality assurance
Performing acquisition, disposal planning, reconnaissance, condemnation reports, appraisals, title research, economic analysis, and preparation of contracts for real estate functions.
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
SkyBox Realty Manhattan, NY April 2015- Current
Property Manager/ Project Manager/ Property Accountant/ Real Estate Agent
Full-Time, 40+ Hrs. /Wk
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Oversee and manage the flow of accounting procedures at the center level; special emphasis on the billing and collection process of tenant accounts including lease administration and abstracting, monitoring of recurring billings and annual adjustments along with the collection of tenant accounts and monthly return filing.
Coordinate the preparation of monthly and year end accruals, assistance with financial information including variance analysis and budget preparation.
Maintain accounts in the General Ledger for buildings and tenants.
Provide policy advice and assistance to Broker and planned for acquisition disposal of interests in real property.
Oversee and manage leasing of properties in company portfolio.
Manage acquisition of real estate and the full range of lesser interests in real property including easements, leases, and permits and for the disposition of real property and realty interests from company portfolio.
Contribute to the delivery of superior project management for assigned projects.
Work as the project manager to translate business needs into comprehensive project plans/statements of work including objectives, timeline, deliverables, budget and quality standards.
Work as the project manager to monitor progress of team against established goals.
Manage client expectations and raise appropriate issues to relevant managers and consultants.
Develop a trusted advisor relationship with internal and external clients through effective communication and efficient, quality execution of projects.
Attend meetings as appropriate to launch new implementations or report project status and train client team in use of systems.
Serve as resource for client and administration team after implementation.
Apply applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing real estate functions within the United States.
Apply contracting methods/procedures pertaining to the full scope of real estate transactions, and provide on the spot guidance in complex situations.
Oversee and manage the procurement in terms of competition, price range and materials of all necessary materials for real estate projects for internal portfolio. Handled all request for Proposals (RFP).
Provide policy advice and assistance while coordinating the disposition of excess real property and realty interests.
Manage acquisition of fee simple estates and the full spectrum of lesser interests in real property including easements, leases, and permits.
Ensure administrative support functions are both effective and efficient, and follow pertinent policies, laws and regulations.
Assess and monitor various administrative functions (e.g. payroll, travel, property accountability space and lease acquisition, telecommunications, warehouse operations, mail, supplies, records management and other services, etc.).
Perform acquisition, disposal planning, reconnaissance, condemnation reports, appraisals, title research, economic analysis, and preparation of contracts for real estate functions.
WillisTowers Watson White Plains, NY April 2015- Current
Compensation Analyst- Long Term Incentives
Contract, 25+ Hrs. /Wk
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Reviewed long term incentive compensation plan data collected in compensation surveys for accuracy and completeness and updated information in proprietary database.
Read company proxy statements and plan documents describing company’s long-term incentive plans and compensation policies.
Communicated with clients via telephone and e-mail to resolve discrepancies/issues with the data and compensation policy.
Analyzed internal and external compensation data to create comparative reports for internal clients (human resource and business leaders) to provide insight into pay practices and give recommendations on compensation decision.
Assisted in developing and implementing compensation policies, plans, and procedures to align with business growth objectives and colleague retention strategies.
Completed third party salary surveys, compile and analyze information for requested positions for recommendations for market adjustments.
Consulted with entity HR staff regarding basic compensation issues and provides guidance.
Worked with internal HR team to address compensation-related issues.
Participated in and organized data from market compensation surveys to assist with ongoing competitive analyses and pay program assessments and assisted with assessment of current compensation levels and mix relative to the external market and to internal peers. Also created various ad hoc reports as required.
Assisted with preparation of compensation-related communication materials.
Provided explanation of compensation programs – salary merit process, bonus plan, long-term incentive plans and deferred compensation plans – to employees and HR generalists, as needed.
Evaluated market and economic trends to recommend adjustments to compensation.
Assisted in the design and maintenance of the job catalog.
Provided analysis to assess effectiveness and quality of compensation plans and programs.
Researched best practices internally and externally and apply key findings to achieve position objectives.
Assisted in performing job analysis and in conducting job evaluations which may include middle management positions. Assists with supporting Compensation projects, such as Total Compensation Statement project to ensure statements accurately reflect employee data, which may include testing and maintenance phases.
Assisted with training of Agency HR colleagues on Hay job evaluation methodology as well as other compensation-related tools to be consistent with salary administration guidelines).
Supported Compensation by working with central HRIS group to audit and maintain data as required.
Maintained compensation reports and queries and compensation data by department to maintain data integrity.
Supported the research, analysis, and administration of salaries and/or hourly rates of new hires and internal promotions to ensure that requested salary actions are aligned with salary administration guidelines.
U.S. Department of Energy Upton, NY May 2014 – August 2014
Pathways Financial Management Intern
40+ Hrs. /Wk
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Provided support with preparation and review of financial related correspondence, and guidance reports.
Updated office database/ SharePoint site to ensure data is current accurate and complete.
Assisted BHSO to ensure that BSA financial and programmatic reports are reported to BHSO timely
Managed the weekly reporting schedule and sent reports to senior management in a timely fashion.
Performed ad hoc analysis as required, including pulling data from internal data warehouses, creating reports in Excel, interpreting the results and communicating recommendations to management.
Assisted in the month-end accounting close, including updating financial models, investigating and reporting budget variances and creating journal entries.
Assisted in the development of the annual budget and monthly forecasts.
Assisted budget owners in tracking performance versus budgets while reviewing and reconciling quarterly balance sheet.
Created miscellaneous invoices and handled collections for other revenue while performing account analysis.
Assisted in the preparation of financial reports and financial statements.
Researched accounting, auditing and financial reporting requirements.
Provided general support to daily accounting operation including accounts payable and accounts receivable and loan transactions.
Worked with financial management and internal controls program staff on the annual financial statement audit.
Geico Woodbury, NY January 2009- May 2014
Management Trainee/ Project Manager/ Liability Claims Adjuster/ Sales Representative
40+ Hrs. /Wk
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Summarized project results and monitoring of the project budget.
Used technology and rely on generated leads to foster new business and existing business relationships.
Oversaw managed and provided quality underwriting to ensure customer retention.
Resolved claims by investigating losses; negotiating out-of- court settlements.
Corresponded with insurance carriers, claimants, policy holders, and legal personnel as it relates to claims.
Determined insurance coverage by examining policies, and other records; interviewing claimant and witnesses.
Resolved problematic claims by examining claim; comparing claim information with evidence.
Settled claims by determining insurance carriers’ liability; reaching agreement with claimant according to policy provisions.
Prepared sales proposals and presentations, Coordinate with marketing team to increase clientele.
Oversaw and managed providing quality underwriting to ensure customer retention.
Oversaw and managed accounting and issuing of checks for liable claims.
Screened and conducted candidate interviews and orientation and aiding associates in benefit enrollment.
Oversaw and managed scheduling associates and monitoring staffing for needed departments.
Ensured performance reviews were completed in a timely matter.
Proactive in developing associates and making sure monthly curriculum executed by all relevant associates.
Oversaw and managed completing payroll when needed.
Performed other miscellaneous duties in assisting the leadership team.
Assisted in the preparation of financial reports and financial statements.
Researched accounting, auditing and financial reporting requirements.
Performed account analysis.
Worked with financial management and internal controls program staff on the annual financial statement audit.
Tristate Financial Services Medford, NY January 2008- January 2013
Accountant and Tax Preparer
40+ Hrs. /Wk
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Oversaw and managed reconciliation of monthly statements and biweekly pay roll.
Helped prepare yearend audit materials.
Preserved and refreshed account of financial dealings by hand and on the workstation.
Handled the responsibilities of interviewing candidates and making proper referrals.
Verified requisition forms, sales invoices, and purchase instructions in order to locate and correct errors.
Composed correspondence reports and preparation of personal income taxes.
Performed comprehensive accounting activities to maintain a complete and accurate general ledger which include accounts reconciliation, documenting financial transactions, recognizing revenues, and various other accounting statements and reports.
Assisted in facilitating the month-end close process by preparing complete and accurate journal entries, reviewing, completing and understanding all assigned month-end and year-end close functions.
Prepared monthly profit and loss statements and variance analysis for entities.
Distributed expenditures and receipts, performs full cycle of accounts receivables and accounts payables.
Reviewed, investigated and corrected errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
Prepared, understood and analyzed cost reports, such as weekly payroll cost report.
Prepared daily Flash Report to reflect revenues for four or more revenue streams, and to track/compare performance to approved budget.
Assisted in formulating, implementing and maintaining accounting policies and internal procedures.
Proactively identified issues and areas for improvement, establish efficiencies and enhanced reporting/analytics.
Completed ad hoc projects and analyses as directed by management.
Assisted in the preparation of financial reports and financial statements.
Researched accounting, auditing and financial reporting requirements.
Performed account analysis.
Provided general support to daily accounting operation including accounts payable and accounts receivable and loan transactions.
Worked with financial management and internal controls program staff on the annual financial statement audit.
National Securities Huntington, NY December2007– October 2008
Stockbroker Investment Banker
60+ Hrs. /Wk
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Built and maintained client portfolios with over 100,000 in the stock markets.
Performed statistical research on market yields.
Conducted heavy phone contact with clients (cold calls), typing and filing.
Provided clients with excellent customer service throughout each interaction and transaction.
Specialized in blue chip stocks, High Yielding CDs, Annuities Roth IRA’s, and 401k plans.
Oversaw and managed pre and post market research.
Provided analysis of market conditions by gathering crucial data, analyzing trends, creating reports.
Utilized key indicators to predict market movement for intra-day trading.
Assisted with financial analysis forecasting and risk assessment.
Analyzed financial market information and inter-relationships while utilizing skills in business, finance and markets and banking.
Maintained performance measures and statistics according to federal policy.
Analyzed project finance and investment funds transactions and their market behavior.
Studied market pricing, performance of banks, etc.
Knowledgeable of PC-based Excel spreadsheets and word processing.
COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Proficient in use of most major computer systems, information systems, spreadsheet applications, graphic and presentation applications, and word processing applications
Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook. Yardi and Argus
Knowledgeable of PC-based Excel spreadsheets and word processing.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Obtained Series 7 Series, 63 Series, Property and Casualty License, NYS Real Estate Salesperson
EDUCATION
University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA January 2005- December 2007
Obtained Bachelor of Science: Political Science; Minor: Finance
University of Maryland: University College Campus, MD (Online Courses) October 2014-Present
Master of Science: Financial Management and Information Systems
Estimated Degree Completion Date December, 2017
Francis Lewis High School, Queens, NY
Graduation Date, December 2004
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