FRANK J. BUCCOLA
*** *. **** **. • West Covina, CA 91791
626-***-**** • ********@*********.***
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Effectively Supervise Multi-functional Onsite Project Teams Simultaneously to Drive Sales in a Large Store
• Negotiate Favorable Terms with Contractors
• Coordinate with City and County Inspectors
•Ensure Strict Compliance with Codes and Statutes.
•MS Office and Quick Books
CORE COMPETENCIES
Project Management • Plans & Specifications • Site Management • Regulatory Compliance
Business Planning & Development • Scheduling • Purchasing • Vendor/Contractor Management
Customer Relations • Bid Development • Negotiations • Pricing and purchasing
Human Resources • Team Leadership • New Business Presentations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
L&W KITCHENS AND BATHS, San Gabriel, CA • 1989-Present
Providing general contracting and design services with a 5000 sq. ft. showroom.
President / Project & Sales Manager
Supervise all aspects of the showroom and rapidly develop personal relationships with customers. Provide contracting across all phases of interior remodeling including design and layout, permits, meetings with inspectors, and supervision of the entire onsite project. Define scope of the job, develop, coordinate scheduling and timelines. Ascertain client requirements, perform pre-bid onsite reviews, and formulate bids. Lead / Supervise multi-functional project teams of 10-15 crewmembers performing demolition, construction, plumbing, flooring, drywall cabinetry, counters and appliances. Supervise all furnishings and installations and precise locations of all electrical activities. Oversee administration of both showroom and contracting services including sales, purchasing, stock control, accounting, billing and collections, and human resources.
Delivered projects on time and within budget with exceptional levels of customer satisfaction.
Designed a client-friendly color-coded project calendar that ensured optimum customer knowledge and resulting peace of mind.Planned, designed and managed customized installations across all phases. Utilize high end sales experience to successfully fulfill customer expectations and maintain high levels of sales satisfaction.
Provide optimum follow-up service to ensure complete after-sales satisfaction.
Oversee all areas of the financial function including purchasing, budgeting, bid development, invoicing and collections.
Secured an ‘A’ rating on Angie's List.
Experienced human resources manager, administer all aspects of personnel interactions from recruitment and training to performance assessment and incentives.
Proactively identify project issues and implement best possible onsite solutions.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance Law & Real Estate, Minor in Economics
California State University, Los Angeles
CERTIFICATION & LICENSING
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certified Renovator
Contractor’s License #205344
TRAINING COURSES
Sales for Manufacturers – Wilsonart Company
Sales Training & Design – Hallmark Cabinets
Sales Training & Design – Wood Mode
Motivational Sales – Tony Robbins
Numerous National Kitchen & Bath Association Seminars
Field Construction Training – Various Journeymen
Sales Training & Self Improvement Seminars
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)
Contractors State License Board (CSLB)