Project Manager Construction

James Dishman

**** ****** ***** **., *** TSP, Miami Beach, FL 33141

**** ********* **., ***********, **, 34747

Phone 702-***-**** *********@*******.***

Dear Human Resource,

I'm writing to apply for the position of Vice President, Director, or Project Manage. I am

confident that my skills are well-aligned with the role, and that I would be an excellent fit for

your organization. With over 20+ years experience in construction and design of; Multi-

Family Projects, High End Houses, 5 Star Hotels, Condominiums, Restaurants,

Commercial Buildings, Warehouses, and Retail Stores. I am submitting my resume for

your review.

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include;

• 20+ years experience, 15 years international in all facets of the building and construction

sectors in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, developing projects valued

at over $300MM. Vast knowledge of the requirements for building codes, hazard codes,

safety codes, and permitting. I have met building assignments for the Royal Families of

Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Sharjah, Doha, and Kuwait.

• Led an organization that specialized in designing and building from startup to turn over.

Strong supervisory and management skills/experience. Preparing scopes and

awarding contracts to Architect, Engineers and Contractors.

• Well-versed in the latest building materials and environmental concerns, and build ‘green’

when fiscally appropriate; additionally I am experienced in gaining certification in LEED

and international quality/environmental standards.

• Commitment to quality and consistent compliance with critical governing directives,

standards, policies and procedures. Have the abilities and the expertise to do all trades on

the job site. Always bringing the job in-budget and on time. Creative problems solving

and solutions. Making sure all construction design and documents are accurate and

buildable and adhere to the design and goals of the project.

• Confident in my ability to deliver immediate and long-term results and you will find me to

be a Motivate performance-driven leader and collaborative team player with high energy

focused on achieving and surpassing goals, Abilities to overcome barriers to success,

and highly effective communicator. Led a team with over 500 employees.

• Tremendous traveling experiences running several projects simultaneously throughout

the world and able to travel 100% of the time. Road Warrior.

I believe my experiences and track record make me an excellent fit for this opportunity. I

have enclosed my resume for your consideration. Please feel free to contact me via phone

or email at a time of your convenience to discuss my background as well as the

requirements for this position. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

James Dishman

James Dishman

6770 Indian Creek Dr., Apt TSP, Miami Beach, FL 33141

1056 Waterside Dr., Celebration, FL, 34747

Phone 702-***-**** *********@*******.***

PROJECT MANAGER

Highly experienced senior-level manager eager to provide in-depth skills in

overseeing National and International Multi-Family Projects, High-End Custom

Homes, Condominiums, 5 Star Hotels, Restaurants, and Retail Stores,

Construction and Management Ventures.

PROFILE

Ø Offer in-depth executive management as well as hands-on experience in designing,

building, project development, and managing with 20 plus years and 15 years of

international experience.

Ø Stay abreast of the newest design concepts, building materials and environmental

concerns. Build 'green' when fiscally prudent and minimize environmental impacts. Built

for the royal families of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Sharjah and Kuwait.

Ø Track record of overseeing all facets of international building projects valued in excess

of $300MM; effectively managed organization with capabilities of providing turnkey

operation, including original design, all aspects of construction and permitting.

Ø Held comprehensive responsibilities in building one of the first American-style housing

projects in the Middle East, consisting of 150 houses in Dubai.

Ø Was an approved Contractor for Cape Kennedy Space Center, NASA and Patrick Air

Force Base; has served in supervisory positions managing 500+ personnel in various

projects.

Ø Effectively served as Consultant to the Dubai Building Department, the Hard Rock Café,

Planet Hollywood, Nike Shoes, and the Acacia Country and Golf Club - a $500MM project.

CAREER TRACK

President, Dishman International Sep., 2003 – Present

International company that provided design, construction, staffing, resourcing, and training

for the hotel, restaurant, and housing industries’. All the responsibilities of Designing,

Bidding, Negotiating, Building, Permitting, Lease Review, Budgeting, Estimating,

Ordering, Inventory Control, Payroll, Safety, Scheduling, Coordination of Site

Information, Change Orders, Punch Out, and Turn Over. Overseeing projects in; Florida,

California, Nevada, Kentucky, and Georgia.

Vice President, International Hospitality Group Dec., 1995 – Aug., 2003

Provided the company with leadership, organization and effective decision-making in

order to utilize labor and building materials cost effectively and have the project complete on

time and in budget. Responsible for the design and construction of restaurants, hotels and

housing projects., Quality Assurances, Safety and Hazards, and Staff Management.

Accountable for planning and directing the day-to-day operation . Consultant to Hard

Rock Cafe and Planet Hollywood in Dubai. Worked closely with Royal families of the Middle

East and Presidents of large companies throughout the world.

Overseeing projects in; Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Sharjah, Pakistan, and England

Vice President, Precision Builders Aug., 1991 – Nov., 1995

Responsible for a construction company specialized in the latest concept in construction for

the housings and commercial buildings industries’. Special achievement building 150 metal

frame houses in 1 year with a crew of 500 in Dubai.

Dishman Design May, 1979 – July, 1991

Designed and built restaurants, retail stores, houses, and condo projects. One of the first to

build green construction in the U.S.. Built at Cape Kennedy Space Center, Disney World,

Universal Studio, and Patrick Air Force Base.

Dishman Incorporate Sept., 1972 - April 1979

Owner of Women Clothing Stores, Hair Salons, and Art Gallery. Consider one of tops

Boutique in the U.S. by WWD.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Florida State University / Bachelor of Science

Florida Real Estate Broker Course

Florida Insurance Course

Solar Energy Cape Kennedy

FEMA Emergency Management Professional Development Series

California General Contractor License

CLIENTS/PROJECT INVOLVEMENT

Corporate Offices:

IMS Shipping Company, Dubai, U.A.E.

Dressler Value and Control, Dubai, U.A.E.

Oakley Sunglasses Company, Middle East

Seadoo Jet Ski, Middle East

Sportline Company, Dubai, U.A.E.

Government, City, Free Zones:

Cape Kennedy Space Center, FL

NASA Space Center, FL

Patrick Air Force Base, FL

Orlando, FL

Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, U.A.E.

Fujairah Free Zone, Fujairah, U.A.E.

Restaurants:

Brewmaster; Florida, Georgia, Alabama

Olde World Cheese; United States

Royal Elephant; Pakistan

Zakaura; Pakistan

The Steak House; Pakistan

Bahama Island; Dubai

French Cafe; Dubai, Pakistan

Flying Tiger; Dubai

India Palace; Dubai

Restaurants in the; Marriott Hotels, Sheratons, Intercontinental Hotels, Embassy Suites,

Hilton's, Hyatts, Radisson

Hotels, Hotel Suites, and Lobbies:

Dubai Grand Hotel, Dubai, U.A.E. Holiday Inn Hotels, U.A.E., Pakistan, U.S.A.

Hilton Hotels, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait Hyatt Hotel, Dubai, U.A.E

Forte Grand Hotel, Dubai, U.A.E.

Intercontinental Hotels, Dubai, U.A.E., Pakistan

Marriott Hotels, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Pakistan Radisson Hotel, Dubai, U.A.E., U.S.A.

Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore, Karachi, Pakistan Royal Empire Hotel, Dubai, U.A.E

Shopping Center Retail Stores:

Al Khaleej Center, Dubai, U.A.E. City Center, Dubai, U.A.E.

Hyde Park, Tampa, FL Palm Strip Center Dubai, U.A.E.

Tampa Bay Center, Tampa, FL Westshore Plaza, Tampa, FL

100’s of Retail stores throughout the U.S., Middle East, and Asia

Housing Projects:

Al Nakheel Village, 150 houses project, $37,500,000, Dubai, U.A.E.

Blackstone, $14 million project, Lakeport, CA

Prívate Residence, FLORIDA- Cocoa Beach, Islamorada, Melbourne, Miami, Orlando, Palm

Beach, Sarasota, Tampa, CALIFORNIA- Kelseyville, Lakeport, Sacramento, Vallejo,

KENTUCKY- Louisville, GEORGIA- Atlanta

Condominium, FLORIDA – 96 Units in Islamorada $12,000,000.

Theme Parks: Structural Steel and other Projects:

Disney World, Orlando, FL Universal Studios, Orlando, FL

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