Project Management
Resume:
David Zembek
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EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS
MBA, Operations Management GPA 3.7/4.0
Binghamton University - SUNY, School of Management
BTEE, Engineering Technology GPA 3.2/4.0
Binghamton University - SUNY, Watson School of Engineering
PMP Certification, Number 1716754, Grant: 12 May 2014, Expiration: 11 May 2017
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Certification Construction Management
Motlow College, Tullahoma, TN
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Plan, schedule and oversee all construction activities from pre-construction meetings; identifying special requirements, risks, schedule and budget; through planning and implementing safe, successful, quality projects, on budget and schedule.
Ensure a solid vendor base by recruiting and developing; an efficient, engaged, reliable, skilled workforce; providing strong leadership and direct supervision; scheduling tasks, changes, communicating expectations, and then holding accountable.
Review specifications, construction drawings, applicable building codes, SWPP, and OSHA requirements; to define expectations, milestones, procedures, performance standards, timelines, budgets, equipment, labor and material requirements.
Leverage technology to maximize profits; by using software similar to Build Pro, Supply Pro, Trade Finder, Bid Connect, Microsoft suite of products, CAD, etc.; to review bids, contracts, schedules, make real-time changes, billing, receive materials, issue payments, obtain lien releases and generate project tracking reports.
Electronically communicate and coordinate with trades and vendors to; share schedules, tasks assignments, schedule changes, memos, drawings, pictures, notes and options; generate, review, change, accept, cancel and pay purchase orders; view purchase order details and payment Information; schedule Just-in-Time delivery of good and services, and returns for credit.
Review bids for project, including costs for all work that will be performed, and any add/ change procedures and costs.
Work directly with city, county and state to verify all safety, environmental and building codes and documentation are met.
Conduct daily physical inspection of each site to determine progress, verify subcontractor performance, and make adjustments in personnel and equipment resources; as needed to resolve issues and avoid delays.
Maintain organized records, blueprints, permits, inspections, changes, daily logs and subcontractor payout and signoffs.
Enforce compliance of all applicable building codes, requirements and procedures related to the environment, health and safety.
Track requirements, budget and schedule metrics; including: subcontractor performance, ordering and receiving materials, milestones, available resources, labor costs, and overall operational efficiency.
Identify areas of risk, and unforeseen delays then determine appropriate risk mitigation plans for conflict resolution required to drive results and milestones during construction activities.
Identify all tasks on Critical Path and use EVM to optimize and evaluate ETC, EAC, and VAC, and make adjustments where necessary to safely deliver quality projects; on-time, and budget.
Negotiate and prepare change orders for approval, then maintain, and regularly share new tasks, timelines and expectations.
Utilize creative problem solving, and decision making skills to keep project on schedule and budget with predetermined plan, and disseminate modifications and new goals, requirements, schedule, budget, information, project direction, and changes orders.
Act as liaison between all stakeholders, trades, and customers, at all organizational levels, throughout the entire project.
Responsible for preparation and presentation of required weekly, monthly and annual forecasts and progress reports.
EXPERIENCE
1/2016 – Present Self Employed Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
-General Construction, remodeling, installations, renovations and rebranding; while pursuing long term employment as a Project Manager, Superintendent, Builder, Construction Manager or similar with the right, quality builder.
9/2011 – 11/2015 BLDW Austin, TX
Project Manager/ Investor Relations
-Analyze buildings, plans, and records to determine building management, control system and components, to reduce utilities and operational expenses by up to 70%; by including; LED lighting, insulation, windows, solar and wind power; utilizing peak power production, storage and switching systems, to target LEED certification on existing and new construction.
-Recruit and schedule skilled subcontractors; and perform inspections to monitor progress, performance, quality, and safety.
-Utilize lessons learned, value engineering and continuous improvement techniques in the investigation of options for cost reduction, process improvement, maintainability, and material selection; to create a balance between initial construction costs and the long-term operational budget of the project, and to define and track the most productive use of resources
-Lead and coach cross-functional team, in the identification of expectations, requirements, milestones, scheduling, budget, materials management, delivery, inventory control, safety, quality, and all other parameters for a successful project.
-Responsible for evaluation and tracking project expenditures versus budgeted and determining optimal use of all resources.
-Perform project administration and accounting, ensuring all requirements are fulfilled within predefined budget and schedule.
-Act as a spokesman for the project; including business correspondence, answering questions, disseminating information and handling inquiries, related to project status, to all necessary stake holders, contractors, and customers, internal and external.
-Identify, drive and communicate opportunities, project development; materials and supply chain management, supplier and contractor negotiations for raw materials, labor, packaging, warehousing, delivery and logistics as needed.
-Conduct regular contractor and supplier reviews and quality control inspections of all work being done and material provided.
2/2002 – 9/2011 Zembek Construction Smyrna, TN
Licensed Builder/ Construction Management
-Oversee entire project from pre-construction meeting, project requirements, financing, blueprint design, code compliance, vendor and trade partner selection, management and scheduling; through final inspections, customer acceptance and warranty period.
-Proficient in reading blue prints, analyzing and interpreting construction documents, electrical and mechanical prints, civil plan review, contracts, take-offs, schedules, budgets and other technical documents.
-Partner with larger builders, developers, sales agents, financial institutions, code and safety officials, insurance inspectors, customers, sub-contractors, suppliers, and other parties to ensure a profitable, safe, successful, quality project.
-Licensed Building Contractor in the State of TN.
-Supervise ground up, high-end custom, semi-custom and production residential construction from 1500-4500 ft2, along with some multi-family and commercial renovation, remodeling, restoration and new construction projects.
-Recruit, schedule, oversee and buyout of all trades, responsible for completing various phases of the project including: site set-up and maintenance, development, site preparation and excavation, concrete, framing, roofing, Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing, brick, tile and stone masons, drywall, trim, cabinet, flooring, painting, landscape, and finishing contractors.
-Inspect project sites for progress, safety practices, quality of workmanship, and ensure all paperwork, permits and project documents are in order and complete; and address areas of concern in the project design, construction, budget or schedule.
-Optimize utilization of resources, labor, materials and equipment, to ensure procurement at most cost effective terms, then schedule deliveries as needed, to reduce interest and on or off site storage.
-Work closely with sales agents, developers, builders, trade partners, and code officials in land development and building.
-Lead or team member, responsible architectural design, for project management, estimating, take-offs, bidding, problem solving, change orders, contract management, cost management, daily log, document management, punch list, RFI and submittals, scheduling, accounts payable/ receivable, materials and inventory management, payouts, and all customer interaction.
-Maintain and regularly share electronically, records of any changes, issues or discrepancies with customers, trades, and site staff; providing clear direction of responsibilities, timelines and expectations.
-Devise all project work plans, making approved changes, revisions, or modifications as needed to ensure that construction activities are progressing in compliance with the overall project plan, and immediately resolve any variances.
2/2002 – 9/2007 Lowes Smyrna, TN
Manager
-Involved with layout and construction of new store build-out, inventory control, and opening.
-Analyzed financial data and store plans compiled and presented oral and written reports involving: layouts, traffic, logistics, sales, forecasting, tracking inventory, stocking, schedule, budget, profit & loss statement, and financial indicators.
-Determine staffing and scheduling requirements, conduct interviews to determine most qualified candidates, to develop, mentor and lead a cohesive team designed for teamwork, efficiency, dedication, and exceptional customer service.
7/1994 – 2/2002 BellSouth/ NewSouth Nashville, TN
Project Management, Sales Management, Analysis
-Member of the project team responsible for coordination of the buildout of the Network Reliability Centers in Brentwood, TN and Charlotte, NC; (redundant data centers responsible for network monitoring, repair and disaster recovery)
-Develop, and implement detailed plans for large, complex projects, or multiple locations; addressing; sequence of events, schedule, budget, and requirements for project success.
-Published training manuals on team building; designed to better integrate trades, customers, management, salesforce, design, engineering, construction, installation and maintenance.
-Single point of contact for co-ordination of all critical situations, cut-overs, outages, and repair.
-Designed business strategies based on a clients’ complete needs analysis, to reduce costs, increase profitability and ensure customer satisfaction; allowing for maintenance plans, and future business
-Negotiate major projects, by providing in depth analysis of requirements, and communicate both business and technical requirements in order to provide optimal solution, activity schedule, budget, and scope.
-Build and maintain long-term relationships by managing all aspects of the company’s needs; focusing on growth, retention and repeat business; while meeting all corporate goals and objectives.
-Penetrated new markets, while developing and maintaining key relationships, utilizing a personal customer facing role, indirect channels, and multiple direct support teams.
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