Manager Management
Resume:
Robert J. Schmitz, RPA FMA
**** ****** ***., ********, **** 44107
Mobile: 440/822-8233 e-mail: ************@***.***
Professional Summary and Objective:
I have escalated my career in facility management with 3 world-class
organizations with over 35 years in the industry including over 13 years of
managerial experience with diverse responsibilities in all facets of
facility management. I have had very successful experiences both as a third
party contractor and as a direct employee by treating each facility as if
it were my own. My key skills lie in hands on repair, performance
optimization, organizational leadership, vendor relations, financial
management, purchasing and crisis management. My intent is to continue my
career with an organization that will reinforce my strengths and, in
return, benefit from my results oriented management methods.
Experience:
Cleveland Browns Stadium
Cleveland, Ohio May, 1999 to October, 2013
Manager of Stadium Facilities February, 2001 to October, 2013
Assistant Facility Manager May 1999 to January 2001
1999-2002 via Affiliated Building Services Inc. Headquartered in
Houston, TX
2002-2011 via Elliott-Lewis Corporation Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA
2012-2013 via The Cleveland Browns Cleveland, OH
> Coordinate all Facility Maintenance Operations with a staff of 14
employees to provide 'Best-In-Class' performance at both the 1.5 million
square foot, 73,000 seat Cleveland Browns Stadium and the 150,000 square
foot training facility in Berea.
> Provided technical consultation with the Cleveland Browns to advise and
recommend capital improvements to enhance the fan experience, the players
accommodations and the staff efficiencies
> Develop and maintain an operating budget (not including utilities) of
nearly $2 million/year
> Develop, coordinate and manage multiple congruent capital improvement
projects ranging between $5,000 and $2 million each year
> Develop, execute and manage sub-contracted service contracts up to
$200,000
> Author and continually update operating specifications/manuals and
emergency and safety programs for the facility
> Implement and maintain Computerized Maintenance Management, Building
Automation and Life Safety Systems
> Initiated and implemented sustainability programs to help offset expenses
and reduce waste generation
> Assist and support Cleveland Browns with safety/security planning
> Assist and support Cleveland Browns with space and environment planning
> Ensure compliance for all state, local and insurance authorities
> Negotiate and enforce collective bargaining agreements for a staff of 12
employees with the local Operating Engineers Union
> Provide full HR responsibilities for the entire local staff
Cleveland Indians - Jacob's Field
Cleveland, Ohio April, 1995 to May, 1999
Maintenance Engineer/Lead Plumber April, 1995 to May 1999
> Performed all aspects of building maintenance with primary responsibility
of maintaining all plumbing related systems for a 45,000 seat
professional ballpark. Additionally performed vast HVAC, Electrical and
carpentry repairs.
> Designed and implemented preventive maintenance system used for all
aspects of building maintenance
Lakewood Hospital
Lakewood, Ohio February, 1977 to March, 1995
Systems Technician February, 1977 to March 1995
> Administrated operations of Building Automation and Fire Alarm systems to
comply with patient safety and comfort as regulated by the Joint
Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals
> Space planning and design for all areas of a 1.5M square foot hospital
> Project coordination of projects up to $100k
> Served as department representative on the Hospital Risk Management and
Safety Committees
> Managed leasing of all supplemental buildings and residential properties
> Assisted the Director of Facilities with all preparations and tasks
related to complying with all Joint Commission on Accreditation of
Hospitals standards and recommendations
Education:
2005-Present:
Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI) - Received both Real Property
Administration and Facility Management Administrator Designations
Fulfilling requirements to meet Continuing Education Units needed to
maintain my membership requirements in BOMA
1981-1982:
Institute of Computer Management - Associate Degree in Computer Science
1977-1981:
Cleveland State University - Studies in Architectural Engineering
Cuyahoga Community College - Core Course Studies
Executive Board Experience:
2002-2008:
Served as an active member of the Health and Welfare Board for the
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 18s (until it was
disbanded)
References for Robert J. Schmitz
Professional References:
Steve Schlegel Jim Folk
Engineer VP of Ballpark Operations and
Cleveland Browns Stadium Security
216-***-**** Cleveland Indians
Chris Donahoe Dennis Meyers
Facility Manager Owner of Meyers Fire Service
Cleveland Indians 216-***-****
Personal References:
Reid Wilder Tony Wulk
City of Westlake Building Executive VP Osborn Engineering
Inspector 216-***-****
Dan Sugrue Paul DeMarco
Owner EPS Supply Security Supervisor/Cleveland
216-***-**** Browns Stadium (Retired)
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