Project Manager

Stephen J. Colasante, PMP

** ******* **** * ********, NJ 07869 l **********@*****.*** l 201-***-**** l www.linkedin.com/pub/stephen-colasante

Target: Director of Contract Management / Construction Project Management

Over 16 years of combined experience as a Director of Contract Management, Construction Estimator, and Project Superintendent on commercial, residential, and highway construction projects of up to $100M.

Maintained a continuous record of reliability and high quality workmanship in all project delivery as per stringent budgets, timelines, and regulations.

Responsible for auditing and maintaining all records associated with contracts relative to vendors, subcontractors, engineers and project owners to guarantee all requirements are complied with to ensure project profitability.

Computer skills include: MS Office Suite, Sage Timberline Project Management, CAMIS, Hard Dollar Bid Build Estimating, Construction Link Estimating, Microsoft Project, Primavera Version P6, and Sure Track Scheduling.

Core Competencies

Project & Program Management Subcontractor Management Team Leadership Training & Instruction

Research & Analysis Planning & Scheduling Project Methodologies Work Breakdown Structure

Budget Administration Vendor Relations Negotiations Contract Administration Communications

Presentations Quality Management Process Improvement Time & Resource Management

Procurement & Logistics Regulatory Compliance Customer Service & Client Relations

Relevant Experience

J.C. CONTRACTING, INC, BLOOMFIELD, NJ (3/2014 – Present)

Director, Project Management Office

Operate in dual capacity as Project Manager and Office Manager servicing Public Works Contracts for various Local and State Agencies. Manage all contracts from commencement to completion including accountability for all costing and job tracking, contract compliance, vendor/subcontractor negotiations and selection. Supervise all aspects of office operations including human resources, financial, contract, procurement, and project management. Resolve all issues and concerns with Client Representative as well as negotiation of change order pricing. Analyze contract performance, identify need for changes, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Review and maintain computerized and manual records of contract documents.

Successfully transitioned to an integrative accounting/project management software enabling increased efficiency, accuracy and cost accounting.

Implemented AP/AR procedures to reduce Aging.

Revamped existing financial, project and contract management procedures to ensure clear and accurate reporting to key stakeholders including ownership, clients, bonding and insurance companies.

Optimized management of project documents to improve cash flow and lower payment lag time by implementing standard operating procedures satisfying contract requirements.

Increased accuracy of bidding and project profitability through the evaluation of production rates, costs and resource allocation.

Developed new standard contract agreements that improved risk mitigation and cash flow, enabling the company to transfer applicable risk, spell out payment terms contingent to prime contract, as well as clearly communicate vendor/subcontractors responsibilities.

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Intercounty Paving Associates, LLC, Hackettstown, NJ (3/2008 – 3/2014)

Director of Contract Management (3/2009 – 3/2014)

Manage heavy highway contracts valued from $2M to $100M for NJDOT, NYSDOT, PENN DOT, other public entities, and all Intercounty subsidiary companies for business that generates $60M annually. Accountable for up to 10 open projects concurrently. Review and negotiate other contracts for environmental and private companies valued at up to $6M. Specify contract terms and conditions and accountable for all costing and job tracking. Negotiate change order pricing that impacts profit margins on all projects with average negotiated price exceeding 40%. Provide redline recommendations on all standard and non-standard contracts and work closely with vendors/subcontractors for optimal contract management. Evaluate and monitor contract performance, identify need for changes, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Review and maintain computerized and manual records of contract documents.

Participate in governmental contract compliance audits and reduce defaults through successful arguments of cases with USDOL.

Grew profit margins on projects via sales of change orders at high margins (i.e., 30% to 50%).

Increased cash flow and lowered payment lag time through optimal management of project documents and enforcement of SOP’s with staff.

Facilitated fruitful vendor buy out negotiations and reduced budget on respective items by 10% (i.e., reduced cost escalation risk through value engineering as applicable).

Promoted to Director of Contract Management after 1 year as a Project Manager.

Project Manager (3/2008 – 3/2009)

Managed project scope and budgets of up to $24M for highway construction initiatives. Worked closely with Assistant Project Managers and work crews on all projects. Addressed and resolved any project delays from personnel, vendors, or other items affecting project specifications.

Challenged authority’s decisions as issues arose from undefined scope changes and/or field conditions and successfully negotiated agreements that reduced cost and grew profit margins.

Pillari, LLC, Denville, NJ (3/2006 – 3/2008)

Construction Estimator

Consulted with high end residential clients and site contractors/prime contractors on landscape, concrete, and retaining wall work projects. Reviewed blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentations and determined project scope, costs, timelines, and budgets. Drafted and submitted proposals for private, public, union, non union, and dual wage construction projects. Reworked budgets to meet client’s needs and competitive offerings. Contributed to sales revenues by offering alternates to bids.

Reduced project costs through vendor buyout 5% to 10%.

Trained new personnel on estimating software, procedures, and methodologies.

Brickman Group LTD, Piscataway, NJ (3/2005 3/2006)

Project Superintendent

Managed staff of 13 direct reports in new construction projects valued at up to $.5M each. Scheduled, planned, and handled up to 15 projects concurrently. Delegated construction responsibilities to 3 crews with 13 employees. Evaluated cost reports and executed any necessary changes to continuously maintain profitability goals. Controlled all budget line items and reviewed financial data to make accurate projections. Created and presented commercial estimates that included plant installation, hardscape projects, and property drainage systems. Communicated with clients frequently and kept apprised of project progress for continuous satisfaction. Hired and trained additional staff as warranted to meet needs of business.

Operated projects at average of 52% gross margins.

Exceeded annual production goal by 63%.

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S.J.C. Landscape Services, Tannersville, PA (2/2002 – 3/2005)

Business Manager and Owner

Founded and managed a landscape design/build company that provided custom hand drafted plans and installations for variety of residential and commercial properties. Planned and conducted meetings with local officials, land developers, and architects for successful landscape construction project management. Contracted and supervised various subcontractors that included excavation, electrical, plumbing, and concrete.

Created business plan and drove business to rapid profitability.

Established and maintained strong customer relationships with a diverse group of local and regional wholesalers.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Landscape Contracting

Penn State University

Master’s Certificate in Government Contract Management

Villanova University

Master’s Certificate in Commercial Contract Management

Villanova University

Certifications:

Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute

Activities & Affiliations

Member of Project Management Institute

Member of PMI New Jersey Chapter

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