Real Estate Professional Experience
Resume:
James F. Donahoe
Bethel Park, PA
ac1feb@r.postjobfree.com
www.linkedin.com/pub/james-donahoe/18/390/b74/
SUMMARY
A successful business leader with 17+ years of progressive experience in the Automotive, EHS, Real Estate, Electrical Manufacturing, Facilities and general Operations areas. Consistently developing new and innovative processes aimed at minimizing risk, turn-over and elevating profits. Demonstrated leadership experience collaborating closely with C-Suite executives and building teams to accomplish key business objectives.
PROFILE
Solid experience in facility and safety management as well as daily procurement and special project material sourcing.
Comprehensive background in operations and client/vendor relations management.
Trained, develop and directed work teams to create a collaborative environment conducive to achieving high levels of employee retention and job satisfaction.
Excels at interacting with senior management, staff, clients and external contractors.
Extensive background in automotive business functions and some mechanical aptitude
Recent professional experiences:
oHigh-end automotive vehicle retailer. Delivering approximately 130 new and pre-owned vehicles per month. Employing a team of over 100 employees.
oIn a middle market international electrical manufacturing company. Financially profitable for over 20 years with continual growth. Business conducted in an 85,000sqft combination office and production environment employing a team of approximately 200 employees.
RECENT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Licensed Real Estate Agent, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Services, Pittsburgh, PA 10/06 – Present
Top 100 Agents Designation
Recipient of President’s Honor Roll Recognition
Multi-Million Dollar Producer
Second Century 200 Recognition
Finance and Lease Consultant, Bobby Rahal BMW of South Hills, Canonsburg, PA 4/13 – 6/17
Responsible for final check-out and delivery procedures in a high-line automobile dealership
Assisting with sales of warranty and other insurance products
Responsible for reviewing and approving lease and installment agreements
PAA Certified in PA Title Work
Knowledgeable in contract terms and conditions
Comfortable with high-end vehicles and clientele
Recipient of WOW Award for demonstrating customer appreciation
Assisting with departmental training for employees
Assisting with communication between Rahal and banking / warranty representatives
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Facility and Safety Administrator, Universal Electric Corporation, Canonsburg, PA 9/10 – 12/12
Responsible for all facility activities as they relate to building and grounds management.
Facilitated DEP and DOT compliance.
Successfully negotiated through a DEP permit violation without fines being levied.
Managed company safety program and compliance with OSHA 1910 Standards
In 2011 succeeded in having 0 OSHA recordable incidents
Supported HR duties relating to pre-employment testing and onboarding activities.
Actively managed several building and grounds expansion projects in the 100k level.
Focused on ways to minimize energy costs and institute green initiatives.
Active in achieving Class-G 3k Level designation for sustainable facility practices
Provided 24/7 support for security, production and contractor access.
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Operations Specialist/Safety Coordinator, Universal Electric Corporation, Canonsburg, PA 1/08 – 9/10
Utilized project management and detail orientation skills in handling various facilities management tasks.
Established and built key relationships and liaised effectively with senior management, staff and vendors.
Conducted comprehensive research and cost-benefit analysis for various shop and facility acquisitions to define and develop strategies to optimize productivity, efficiency and performance.
Created, implemented and maintained company contingency plan and emergency contact program.
Updated and implemented company safety policies/programs for compliance with OSHA standards.
Successfully managed PA Certified Safety Committee, equaling a 5% insurance premium savings
Operations Specialist, Universal Electric Corporation, Canonsburg, PA 9/07 – 1/08
Strategically facilitated daily procurement of materials to support production requirements while controlling costs and maximizing profits.
Evaluated service vendors and proposed consolidation efforts resulting in $11,000 in annual savings.
Managed critical customer parts requisitions.
Built and established key relationships and liaised effectively with senior management, staff and vendors.
Assisted with internal auditing practices per ISO 9001 standards as well as compliance issues.
Assisted with an OSHA abatement process.
Summer Program Faculty, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA 6/02 – 6/12
Technical Support Rep, DynaVox Technologies, Pittsburgh, PA 2005 - 2006
SOP Drafting Intern, Bayer Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA 2004 - 2004
Owner/Manager, JFD Custom Detail, Pittsburgh, PA 2000 - 2007
EDUCATION
MBA, Management - Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA, 2012
BSBA, IT - Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA, 2004
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/TRAINING
PA Child Abuse History Certification, Passed 2016
PA Criminal Background Check, Passed 2016
30hr OSHA Compliance Certified - National Seminars 2012
Basic First Aid, Environmental Emergencies, Adult/Child CPR, Adult/Child AED Certified – Cintas 2011
Hazardous Materials Mgmt & RECRA Training – Safety-Kleen, Inc. 2010
Basics of Electrical Safety Testing Certified - Slaughter Company, Inc. 2008
Effective Communications & Human Relations Course - Dale Carnegie & Associates, Inc. 2007
PUBLICATIONS
MBA Oath Signer #3226
Progressive Business Publications: Facility Managers Alert 2008 & 2009
Progressive Business Publications: Supervisors Safety Bulletin 2008
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Volunteer, Bethel-St. Clair Rotary Club
Sponsor, Mt. Lebanon Municipality Car Show
Member, BMW Car Club of America
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