Francisco Cortez, PLS

HC-**, BOX ****

Humacao, PR. 00791

787-***-**** (mobile); 787-***-**** (office)

acq66y@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE: Completed the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training and a candidate for the PMP test, 2015. Expect to join the Project Management Institute soon. Continue to cultivate and make use of the good practices of project management processes as stated in the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide and the Project Management Institute manuals to apply all project management principles, tools and techniques used in managing projects as well as to bring my federal career path proficiency and to bring my Project Management Professional skills to your way of doing business.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Senior Project Manager 3/09 to present

Employer: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Real Estate & Facilities Management, Sect. A

7 Tabonuco St., Guaynabo, PR 00968

Supervisor: David Fehrmann 202-***-****

In charge of 135,346 sf. within every part of IRS post of duty sites with 785 employee population in regards to project development phases in San Patricio Office Center Guaynabo, PR., City View Plaza Tower II, Guaynabo, PR and in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, also in St. Thomas and St. Croix Virgin Islands throughout the project life cycle.

Senior Project Manager In charge of all IRS (Internal Revenue Services ) facilities/projects, repairs and alterations projects within Puerto Rico Island (San Patricio Office, City View Plaza, Mayaguez), St. Thomas and St. Croix

Performs office design and layout drawings in ACAD as requested by other business units for space alterations and realignment projects to include future move. Performs project drawings, specifications review and develops and scope of work for compliance with the agency National Workspace Standards. Provides assessment and guidance to all business unit managers on space modifications required.

Administers and performs project management for a wide variety of real property related services and contracts such as: new construction, major repair, operation and maintenance and/or replacement of complex mechanical systems and equipment, janitorial and guard services. •Ability to work closely with the Business Leaders, IT Partners, and peers for the project, the customer and the development/implementation team within a Project Team environment Interface with multiple business functions and organizations, as well as multiple specialists, in defining, producing and managing plans for successful project delivery

Ability to lead/coordinate a cross-functional team, ensuring that projects meet defined scope, time, cost and quality constraints Ability to deal with organizational influences, ambiguity and continuous change Excellent in resolving and addressing complex problems, implementing solutions and recommending action plans to improve the final quality product.

Over 20 years of facilities, construction projects, real estate & transaction management experience within the Department of Defense (DOD), GSA (General Svcs Administration) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Interfaces with landlords on routine issues and problems once the lease is signed including managing the overall long term relationship with these landlords. Provide the Owner with up to date status reports relating to Changes. Acts as a liaison/ambassador to the BUs on the implementation of real estate solutions that meet their needs including strategy, business approvals, and financial impacts

Advocates for BUs throughout the entire process from definition of needs, development of strategy, space planning and leasing. Works closely with in-house and outsource Project Management, Facility Management and Finance teams to ensure integration and communication between the service lines.

Identifies work to be done and develops scope of the project, and deadlines for its completion. Performs budgetary estimates to request for funds of the proposed alterations and repair projects. Ensures compliance with a wide range of Federal regulations and statutes, agency directives and policies, contractual provisions, local and national agreements and MOUs (Memorandums of Understanding),

Provide general oversight of the project jointly with GSA Lease administrators for new projects for both build-to-suit and existing building alterations to final acceptance of the

site. Informs supervisor of potentially controversial findings, issues, or problems with widespread impact. Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex leases and business / real estate documents.

Conform to customer service level agreements (SLA’s) to ensure decreased liability and penalties for not meeting SLA requirements.

Use advanced technical knowledge to perform and apply new technical procedures.

Provide technical direction, guidance and support to Associate Project Managers and Project Manager. Take decisive action with subcontractors that are impacting the schedule.

Lead and Manage teams of multi skilled resources to ensure goals and deliverables for the projects are met

Recommend and implement improvements to existing technical procedures based on understanding of new technologies.

Project leader for the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of real estate projects that impacts multiple IRS locations and/or organizations and provides oversight to team members and ensures all project tracking and documentation aspects are completed accurately, thoroughly, and timely. Expedites and resolves project management issues for all upcoming alterations and new space projects. Prepares and administers budgets to ensure funds are allocated in advance. Monitors expenditures and maintains accountability throughout the project schedule for a timely completion and within budget. Provide accurate and timely budget reporting.

Prepare estimates and “Scope of Work” based on tenants request for modifications to office spaces; painting, carpeting, partitioning, cabling, electrical work and new office layouts. The scope of project services may include, but is not limited to, depot maintenance, field maintenance, network and security operations, and service desk support. The projects may also include more traditional project-driven services with a defined start and end date, such as a technology refresh at a customer location.

Oversees an outsourced team responsible for performing a large volume and variety of real estate transactions

Oversees the Global Lease Administration function and staff including 3rd party provider(s) Negotiates all lease agreements with landlords in order to ensure exceptional properties for the company’s operational needs that are cost-effective to support the company’s financial objectives.

Ensures lease terms are aligned with corporate and business objectives. Responsible for administering an IRS lease following occupancy of the facility and serves as designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and handles any lease issues; actions required of a contracting officer. Negotiates with contractors’ proposed quotations for upcoming alterations and new space projects.

Make decisions pertaining to the planning, organizing, and execution of projects based on customer needs and expectations. Decisions and actions taken have a lasting impact on how well the serviced organizations' meet their program goals and objectives, and ultimately impact the accomplishment of the IRS mission.

Coordinates and interfaces with IT (Information Technology), GSA (General Services Administration), other federal agencies and contractors counterparts as well as other team members. Present recommendations for effective consensus decision making, taking into consideration risk analysis and impact assessment for project milestones.

Establishes a system to review, control, and report on project status. Conducts analysis of project data requirements. Prepares recommendations for resource requirements necessary to accomplish the projects. Establish an effective Close-out Plan early in the project which includes the early collection, review and packaging of Contract close-out documents.Review the Hold Reports before payment is due to allow for timely handling of deficiency issues and payment to Subcontractors/Vendors.

Implement the use of the Noncompliance Reporting System.

Represents the interests of various managers in meetings with other government agencies and meets with managers and executives at multiple sites to establish and define overall goals and objectives related to the projects being managed.

Solicit proposals from prospective contractors and analysis for conformance with requirements. Perform price analysis including review of cost breakdowns.

Building Management Specialist 07/05 to 02/09

Employer: General Services Administration (GSA), Public Building Service (PBS), Caribbean Service Center, Federico Degetau Federal Building Chardon Ave., San Juan, PR. 00918-1703

Performs Office Space Inspections to identify areas required for repairs, maintenance or new construction. Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and developed scope of work for customers and collaborated with senior management and engineering teams on project development, pre-construction meetings with clients, and lead tenants for an improved scope of work definition.

Analyze project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization. Create and execute project work plans and revised as appropriate. Manage project budget.

Manage and monitor the mechanical and the janitorial contracts to provide service support to all federal agencies.

Review monthly mechanical maintenance reports on A/C, preventing malfunction on equipment operations and maintaining efficiency.

Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures and perform inspections; and leases housing large number of occupants.

Make recommendations in taking action based on observed building conditions, knowledge of the building, programs, GSA policies and regulations, or communications from tenants, vendors, and contractors.

Prepare estimates and “Scope of Work” based on tenants request for modifications to office spaces; painting, carpeting, partitioning, cabling, electrical work and new office layouts.

Review payroll data recommendation of progress payments or termination actions.

Solicit proposals from prospective contractors and analysis for conformance with requirements. Perform price analysis including review of cost breakdowns.

Construction Representative / Inspector 08/86 – 12/04

Department Of Defense, Resident Office In Charge of Construction (ROICC), Roosevelt Roads, Ceiba, PR; PSC 1008 Box 3976, FPO AA 34051 - 3976, Puerto Rico Area.

Coordinate construction operations with contractors, customers, station Key Staff Personnel and the Public Works Engineering and Environmental Department.

Review plans and specifications to ensure work performed at various job sites was in compliance with the contract requirements.

Perform Quality Assurance Surveillance and Safety & Environmental Inspections for the ROICC Office, Puerto Rico Area.

Perform safety inspections using the Safety and Health Manual 385-1-1 from the Corps of Engineers and OSHA Manual, and prepare violation reports.

Guide and monitor all Quality Control Programs to ensure effectiveness.

Perform estimates for different site conditions.

Perform final inspections jointly with contractor and customer to ensure final product is at the best workmanship acceptance level.

Coordinate and direct construction production meetings, operations with contractors, subcontractors, naval station and customer / users to ensure schedules and deadlines were within the assigned budget.

Revise “Re-Work” Items Lists and Test Logs for completeness and accuracy to follow up on required corrective actions.

EDUCATION

10/12

11/07

40 HR COURSE Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training, Polytechnic university, Hato Rey, PR

35 HR COURSE Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training, university of New Orleans, Hato Rey, PR

03/04

Real Estate Broker Certificate, Tiri Real Estate Institute, Rio Piedras, PR

04/03

Construction Quality Management For Contractors, US Army Corps Of Engineers

05/02

10/99

Project Management

Appraiser Courses (Residence Appraisal, Real Estate Appraisal, Math for Appraiser’s and Ethics for Appraiser’s).

12/82

BS, Surveying, University of El Turabo, Gurabo, Puerto Rico

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering & Architectural Draftsman, Ponce Regional College, Ponce, Puerto Rico

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:

Office Planning and Design Course (2 week course)

Building Management Specialist/ Property Manager

TIRI Real Estate Institute - 190 Hrs. 03/04

Urban Planning & Land Development 01/04

Diesel Generator Testing - 40 HRS. 06/03

Home Quality Inspector, 12/01

Architectural Hardware – Quality Verification 02/01

HVAC Systems, 01/00

Appraiser - 180 HRS.,10/99

National Electric Code, 03/99

Concrete Inspection, 11/96

Masonry Construction - Quality Verification, 06/95

Mechanical Inspection, 04/92

Hazardous Waste, 09/91

General construction: Quality Verification - 40hrs, 03/91

Flexible Pavement, 09/90

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES and CERTIFICATES:

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training, 2012

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training 11/07

Certified Real Estate Broker, 03/04

Certified Home Quality Inspector (CHQI), Puerto Rico, 12/00

Certified Appraiser, 09/00

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), LIC. #9749, Puerto Rico, 06/86

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Office Planning and Design-develop drawings for space alterations

Knowledgeable in various automated systems and software programs such as MICROSOFT OFFICE PROJECT, EXCEL, Powerpoint, Microsoft Outlook and Word, Internet other office software including Computer Assisted Design (AUTOCAD, MR. CADD AND SURVCAD ); Electronic Project Investment Process (EPIP), Project Management software, Graphic Data Interface (GDI) and Requisition Tracking System (RTS) used in order to allocate and assign funds.

Utilize NIKON TOTAL STATION (SURVEYING INSTRUMENT)

Fully Bilingual, Captain of the US Army Reserve Engineer Corps until 1999

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

President & Member of the College of Engineers and Surveyors of P.R., Humacao Chapter (2006 – to 2008)

Member of the Home Quality Inspectors Association of Puerto Rico

Member of the Appraiser’s Institute of Puerto Rico

U.S. MILITARY SERVICE INFORMATION:

United States Army Reserve, Captain (1983-1998)

Branch and Period of Active Duty Service: 02-1983 to 07-1986, U.S. Army

Parachute Badge (AIRBORNE); Army Service Ribbon

Type of Discharge: Honorable

Armed Forces Courses:

Combined Arms Staff School (Four month course, DIPLOMA) AUG 98-NOV 98

Engineer Officer Advance Course (Six month course, DIPLOMA) FEB 86-AUG 86

Engineer Officer Basic Course (Nine Week course, DIPLOMA) NOV 82-FEB 83

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