Sr. Tenant Coordinator

Resume of:

James L. Ward

**** ****** *****

Indianapolis, IN 46237

Cell: 614-***-****

aca5jd@r.postjobfree.com

November 20, 2013

Please accept this resume for Tenant Coordinator. My experience spans

Design, A&E development, construction and project management. I have an

extensive background in project development, design and construction.

Projects include Landlord and tenant build-outs within enclosed malls,

community centers, strip centers and free-standing buildings. I have

successfully directed the design and construction of new builds,

conversions and remodels for national and international restaurant and

retail chains.

You will find a diverse, yet complementary mix of experience throughout my

resume, including: working with and coordinating regularly between

employees, employer, landlord, tenant, franchisor, franchisees, business

owners; governmental departments such as building, health, fire, Labor and

Industry, UL, CSA, OSHA, EPA, WMR and AAFES; architects, engineers,

contractors and subcontractors of all trades as well as Landlord and tenant

sales, leasing, marketing, branding, legal, design and construction. I

understand the capabilities and responsibilities of all parties throughout

the course of the project to make the process more efficient, thereby

improving project timelines and cost effectiveness.

I also offer experience with the latest state-of-the-art technology to

enhance presentation, communication and coordination. I take a hands-on

approach to conducting business to insure on-time completion of every

project. Along with my experience comes an appreciation for company goals

and objectives. I possess the dedication and desire to deliver the best of

myself to the company and its needs. I take a no-nonsense approach to

growing the company without losing the importance of being personable.

Through effective communication, I encourage creative discussion and

teamwork.

Thank you for your consideration,

Jim Ward

Employment History

Sr. Tenant Coordinator - Simon Property Group

2008-current

225. W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

. Perform architectural plans reviews for accuracy against the

leases, work letters, estimates and budget.

. Manage support staff of Analyst, Invoice Specialist, Jr. Tenant

Coordinators

. Coordinate deal compliance between leasing, facilities

management, tenant, Architects, GC & Attorneys.

. Implement review standards including accuracy controls and

procedures for efficient plan reviews.

. Provide estimates, obtain bids and contract landlord work from

small projects to $3M+.

. Direct and assist tenants with construction process to meet on-

time opening goals.

. Oversee and enforce tenant design to comply with center

criteria and code compliance.

. Coordinate tenant build-outs for regional malls in various

national markets.

Owner - Buckeye Resource Group LLC

2002 - 2008

2820 Homecomer Drive, Grove City, OH 43123

. Hire & Direct full staff of (10) reports supporting all business

functions.

. Chain retail & restaurant design, A&E development and consulting for

new build, remodels, conversions.

. Chain retail & restaurant construction management and consulting for

new build, remodels, conversions.

. Coordinate architecture, budget and work scope for enclosed malls,

strip center and ground up projects to $3Mil+.

Director of Design and Construction - Gosh Enterprises, Ltd. dba:

Charley's Grilled Subs 1996 - 2002

2500 Farmers Drive, Columbus, OH 43235

. Direct staff of (7) reports including Project Managers/Designers/CAD

technicians/Admin.

. Direct report to President, CEO & VP Development.

. Prepare budgets for corporate-owned projects ranging from $200K -

$800K+. Annually $12 - $18mil.

. Oversee all space planning and design development for system-wide

implementation and consistency.

. Establish, monitor and maintain system-wide construction budget,

$3Mil+.

. Reduce overall construction costs 10%.

. Manage all restaurant layout development.

. Supervise development of all projects.

. Develop, check and approve all architectural and equipment layouts.

Director of Design and Construction - Escape Enterprises, Ltd. dba:

Steak Escape 1993 - 1996

222 Neilston St. Columbus, OH 43215

. Direct a staff of (5) reports Project Managers/Design

Associates/Project Manager/Admin.

. Direct report to President, CEO & VP Construction

. Prepare budgets for individual projects ranging from $100K - $600K+.

Annually $10 - $15mil.

. Coordinate and develop all corporate and franchise store prototype

layouts.

. Research and Development on equipment requirements and system-wide

implementation.

. Develop corporate standards for design criteria, equipment layout and

trade dress.

. Develop construction methods and standards for franchise system.

Junior Architect/Project Manager - Wolfgang Doerschlag Architects

and Engineers 1989 - 1993

850 Michigan Avenue Columbus, OH 43215

. Managed a team of (4) reports including Project Managers/CAD

detailers.

. Direct Report Owner/Architect

. Manage Construction Drawing preparation including coordination with

GC, Owner, local jurisdictions, etc..

. Project management - National chain retailers.

. Project management - National chain restaurants: QSR, fast/casual,

casual & fine dining.

Project Manager - Capitol Construction Management

1985 - 1989

1195 East 5th Avenue Columbus, OH 43219

. Project management for commercial projects $100k - $500k.

. Oversee (3) site superintendents.

. Monitor and maintain construction project schedule and budget.

. Maintain project budget.

. On-site superintendant for various retail and restaurant

construction projects.

Education Profile

Certified - Excel Incorporated 2008

. Hazardous Communication and Safety Program; HAZMAT & HAZCOM

. Forklift Operator (stand-up & sit)

Certified - American Red Cross 1995

. First Aid/Adult CPR

Certified - Dale Carnegie 1995

. Effective Speaking

Certified - Builders Exchange 1993

. Hazardous Communication and Safety Program; HAZMAT & HAZCOM

Certified - ABB Process Automation 1991

. CV Personal Designer - GCD Version 4.0

Baccalaureate degree License - State of Ohio Department of Education 1990

. Educator - Computer Technologies in Architecture & Engineering

Certified - O.E.M. Peripherals 1989

. AutoCAD

Certified - I.B.M. 1986

. CAD/CAM

Certified - Ohio State University 1985

. Computer Technologies

Degree - Hayes Technical School 1982

. 2-year Technical - Architecture

Diploma - Grove City High School 1980

. Major in Drafting & Math Sciences

Requirements

Salary: Company offering to commiserate with experience.

Bonus: Company standard offering.

Benefits: Company standard offering.

Relocation: Preferred.

Availability: Immediate upon issuing standard notice to current

employer.

Travel: Acceptable.

References

Available upon request.

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