Manager Project Facilities

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August 23, 2014

John Cummins

FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Versatile manager with 20+ years experience in facilities and a hands-on approach to project management to

ensure budget and compliance and timeline adherence. Highly productive and organized, with an extensive

background in moving companies from one location to another, ensuring an easy transition.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Logistics & Planning ● Corporate Facilities ● Project Management & Organization

Vendor Relations ● Inventory Management ● Team Development ● Training

MS Office (Word, Excel) ● Communication Skills ● Contractor Coordination

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SELF EMPLOYED, 2004 - Present

Independent Contractor

Works on a variety of projects, helping to coordinate facilities, development, operations, and other

client needs in order to build proper business activities and direction.

Selected Projects/Clients:

Irae Corporation, Glenview, IL (day spa) - Planned and designed the layout of the day spa, interacting

with the Glenview village for permits. Managed vendor relations and worked with all outside contractors

to execute build-out on time and within budget.

DACSBS, Inc., Glenview, IL (software applications startup) - Managed tradeshows, performed pre-

sales tasks, provided excellent service to potential clients, tested software and provided feedback to

developers.

Spaid Enterprise, Kenosha, WI (diversified business holdings) - Planned and helped move company

from Kenosha, WI to Scottsdale, AZ. Coordinated with a household moving company to ensure successful

execution. Facilitated office setup.

ARIAL GROUP, Mundelein, IL, 1997 - 2003

Facilities Manager/Manager of Implementations/Project Manager

Worked closely with team members and managers to direct overall operations and facility processes.

Key Accomplishments:

Focused on the coordination of office relocations and coordinated the installation of network and phone

cables.

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE

ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS, INC., Wheeling, IL, 1983 - 1997

Multiple Roles: Facilities Engineer, Transportation and Freight Manager, Distribution,

Purchasing, Inventory Control Manager

VOLUNTEER WORK

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), Chicago, IL

Works with students, teachers, mentors and public school administrators to aid the development of

young adults in schools in the Chicago area.