PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic profit-driven Construction Executive with extensive organizational, business development, vision and management expertise in all levels of Construction and Construction Management. Offering a broad base of executive management expertise gained within rapid growth as well as turnaround environments. Strong leadership and risk assessment abilities in capitalizing on profitable markets and rapid repositioning during down market periods by developing innovative and profitable business solutions. Demonstrated track record of successful commercial, retail, restaurant and residential projects at the General Contracting, Construction Management and employee level.

EXPERIENCE

Relevant Skills and Attributes Based on Experience

Land Development/Construction

Knowledge of Design & Development

Multi- Site Facility Operations Management

Organizational Development

Project Management/Process and Productivity Improvement

Excellent Effective Communication Skills

Mentoring and Management Development/Leadership, Training, and Staff Motivation

Executive Director of Development, Architecture and Engineering

Serene Global– (08/2017- Present)

Organized, managed and supervised work of technical teams with emphasis in planning, design, processing and construction support of professional teams.

Supervised preparation of engineering and architectural drawings, cost analysis and preliminary and final reports for land development projects.

Developed and maintained strategic scheduling and operations parameters to ensure timely delivery of projects. Delivered Ground up with an aggregate value of $28M+

Prepared facilities scope of services and engaged teams to fulfill project demands, schedule and costs.

Provided new initiatives, concepts, ideas and technology to facilitate problem solving skills.

Negotiated, analyzed and prepared purchase order agreements, subcontracts, and cost control budgets. Prepared account reconciliation.

Executive Director of Development, Architecture and Engineering

HFA/Walmart Mexico and Central America– (05/2012- 08/2017)

Successful establishment and management of the Development, Engineering and Architecture office.

Coordination of owners, design team, Architects and Engineers for project production within assigned territory.

Developed and maintained strategic scheduling and operations parameters to ensure timely delivery of projects. Delivered projects including Ground up, Tenant finish, and Remodel with an aggregate value of $18+

Achieved and maintained strict adherence to project documents, developed budgets, cost containment and negotiation.

Provided construction facilities site supervision and field engineering.

Negotiated, analyzed and prepared purchase order agreements, subcontracts, and cost control budgets. Prepared account reconciliations.

Director of Construction

The Herrera Group– (05/2008- 04/2012)

Defined scope of services and general provisions of contracts, prepared and distribute bid packages; and analyzed bids to award project

Negotiated Contracts with Contractors and subcontractors and Established project timelines.

Construction supervision and turnover to operations for KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Arby’s and Sonic restaurants throughout assigned territories. Delivered projects including Ground up, Tenant finish, and Remodel with an aggregate value of $20M+

Provided day-to-day work activities by delegating authority, assigning and prioritizing activities and monitoring operating standards

and field engineering on a range of commercial construction to check on progress and respond to issues.

Responsible for managing projects with budget and/or contract terms to insure financial success of individual projects.

Generated work authorizations, bid projects, prepare schedules, monitored quality, resolve punch list items, and approve pay applications for completed work

Senior Site Development Coordinator

Greenberg Farrow– (05/2004- 05/2008)

Developed and Delivered Home Depot stores across the United States and Mexico City. These projects had an aggregate value of $10M+.

Prepared presentations to planning commissions, zoning boards, city officials and public agencies. Attended client meetings and visited job sites.

Performed project management duties on major projects to include client and sub-consultant coordination.

Responsible for managing projects with budget and/or contract terms to insure financial success of individual projects. Organized project files.

Trained and developed key professional consultants, general contractors, architects, and service providers.

Senior Facilities Construction Manager

Yum, Brands– (06/2000- 05/2004)

Construction supervision and turnover to operations for KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, A & W and Long John Silver’s restaurants throughout assigned territories. Delivered projects including Ground up and Remodel with an aggregate value of $20M+

Negotiated contracts with Contractors, subcontractors and vendors and establish timelines.

Reviewed and authorized all construction and professional contracts required for Ground Up and remodel projects within a specific region.

Maintained project budget and cost control, approved and monitored change orders.

Responsible for the final punch out of project, warranty documentation, lien waivers, and authorization of final contractor payment.

Responsible for managing projects with budget and/or contract terms to insure financial success of individual projects.

Provided direction, guidance and support to associated departments

Previous employment history available upon request.

EDUCATION

Southern Methodist University – BS Civil Engineering

Marine Corps Honorable Discharge

Fluent in Spanish

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