Project Manager Construction

LOUIS EWULU, RA

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Summary

Louis Ewulu is a highly motivated Senior Project Manager with over 20 years of proven experience in the management of

design and construction projects from scope development to construction completion. He also possesses a proven ability

to evaluate projects and successfully follow through on recommendations. Louis understands technically complex

architectural/engineering features and processes with the ability to apply the knowledge to real life situations; the

capacity to recognize potential issues before they occur and develop methods of mitigating; the ability to collaborate with

the team including A/Es, owners, users and regulatory authorities ensuring delivery of projects that satisfies the

program needs and clients objectives.

Skills

Microsoft Project Manager, NYS REGISTERED ARCHITECT 030665

Microsoft office

Primavera-

Expedition,

CPMschedule,

Management Training Skills10-Hr OSHA training

certification

Experience

Senior Construction manage/estimator 11/2015 to Current

Concost Associates, Inc. East Orange, NJ

Qualified competitive subcontractors' bids prior to execution of contracts.

Carefully coordinating plans and specs using marketing programming standards.

Facilitate processing of RFI's, submittals and samples among the general contractors, the owner and the

owner's consultants.

Educate general contractor's personnel on the quality standards throughout the construction process. Obtain

notices of completion and compliance certifications from all of the construction administration consultants.

Review and investigate Proposed Change Order Requests. the general contractor on required mock-up

preparation.

Stayed consistent with project schedules and plans for all FFE installations.

Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on their competencies and specialties.

Follow through with competent execution of project plans by providing proper tools and equipment to all

construction personnel.

Assign projects and tasks to employees based on their competencies and specialties.

Perform construction site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.

Accurately provide status information on project progress to the project management.

Efficiently record and rejected incorrect deliveries of material to site.

Monitoring the safety of all construction activities, making on-site personnel safety the top priority.

Leading and managing resolution of all issues during project construction and commissioning phases.

Coordinating, training for the construction teams on site-specific requirements, techniques and procedures.

Leading the planning, budgeting and direction of all construction projects.

Project Manager 07/2005 to 010/2015

Colson & Colson Construction Charlotte, NC

Successfully managed the design and construction of two major projects in Charlotte, North Carolina and Flower

Mound, TX. These are projects with 118 and 115 units of studios, 1 – 3 bedroom apartments with standard

ancillary functions, such as commercial kitchens and dining areas, tv rooms, entertainment rooms, clinics, beauty

salons, shops, etc.

Was able to obtain the c of o ahead of schedule despite the stringent approval requirements of the regulatory

authorities in the city of Flower Mound. The tough approval process was well known to all stakeholders during the

design and construction permitting stages.

Organized and conducted several meetings to mitigate any issues that may slow the c of o approval process.

My excellent interpersonal skills and my proactive approach to project management resulted in procurement of the

c of o in lieu of a TCO (temporary certificate of occupancy). This action earned me a liberal back end bonus as

well as the first choice to choose my next project location, which was Charlotte retirement residence.

On the Charlotte retirement center, there were numerous issues discovered during construction as a result of

poor survey and design by the A/E. However, in order to complete the project irrespective of the design issues, I

utilized my Architectural and construction management skills to resolve the problems by conducting value

engineering on the entire project. Although the process affected the overall schedule by 30 days, the company

saved 2% in construction cost while the quality remains the same.

While managing these projects, I supervised the work and activities of site personnel, such as assistant project

managers, superintendents and secretaries.

The following duties also added value to the overall success of these projects.

Prepared scope of work for bidding purpose and inclusion in contract documents. Finalized budget and schedule

and all company safety requirements.

Reviewed and awarded contracts as needed placed material orders ahead of installation. •

Tracked and update costs and schedule.

Reviewed, negotiate and approve change orders.

Compiled all available bids in order to reset budget after 4 months of start of construction.

Check and approve invoices for payment.

Verify that all deficiencies have been completed (punch list).

Development Manager 09/2001 to 06/2005

Trammell Crow Company Orlando, FL

As a result of the two companies (Exxon and Mobil) merging, and the ongoing effort and commitment to comply with the

ADA (American with Disabilities Act), I was dedicated to evaluate the previous Exxon and Mobil implementation plans

and develop the latest iteration to be implemented at all ExxonMobil facilities within a reasonable time frame in the entire

state of Florida.

The new developed plan addressed the friendly Accessible standards and techniques, program scope of work,

specifications, processes, communication, schedule and budget. With this program in place, there are 320 retail

facilities in the entire State of Florida that requires upgrade, modernization and retrofit to meet the ADA

requirements. The time frame/schedule required was 9 months, and I am proud to claim that all the 320 stores

were successfully completed and within the time and budget. I received a commendation from the chairman of

ExxonMobile for a job well done.

In addition to the above assignment, I was given the responsibility to manage the site selection, performed due

diligent, design and construction of over 50 new OTR stores in the state of Florida, New York and New Jersey.

Actually, I became a state trooper managing my time between the 3 states.

Partnered with A/E during design development to ensure that XOM design standards and company image brands

were upheld.

Performed due diligence involved in permitting a project at the time client (XOM) express interest in building a

facility.

Develop a permit tactical plan (PTP).

Partnered with XOM marketing, franchisees and A/E for a seamless roll-out of new facilities.

Reviewed plans for construct-ability prior to bidding.

Prepared bid documents and select contractors from approved lists.

Led all pre-bid, pre-construction, construction and post construction meetings.

Monitored construction schedule, progress and budget.

Reviewed and enforce contractor's safety plans, OSHA and XOM safety standards. Monitored all construction

activities.

Approved contractor's invoices and change orders.

Maintained daily, RFI, shop drawing, and change order logs.

Prepared and communicates weekly, biweekly and monthly progress reports to management.

Conducted punch list inspections and coordinated facility seamless turn over/transfer.

Interfaced with managers of operations, franchisees and contractors.

Conducted a 10 month post substantial completion with contractors, XOM marketing and franchisees prior to final

turn over

Project Manager 05/1990 to 08/2001

New York City School Construction Authority NYC, NY

Managed the scope and design of new and the modernization of existing school buildings, ensuring that all

program spaces, design standards and budget are in conformance with established objectives.

Managed and lead all pre-bid and pre-construction meetings to ensure that all prospective bidders understand

the full scope of work and provided adequate responses to technical questions relating to projects.

Coordinated the bidding and contractual requirements prior to bid opening and award of contracts. Reviewed

plans for construct ability prior to bid.

Coordinated and resolved all environmental (asbestos and lead abatement) issues with testing labs, state and

local environmental agencies.

Reviewed and approved contractors' schedule of values/bid breakdowns and insurance requirements prior to

execution of contracts. Issue Notice to Proceed (NTP).

Managed and led all pre-construction, construction and post construction meetings with contractors, local

school, elected officials and A/E to discuss work progress, schedule updates and construction/design conflict

resolutions.

Prepared minutes of meetings.

Inspected contractors' construction critical path and managed project resource schedules to critical path.

Coordinated the procurement and delivery of furniture with F & E unit.

Managed and oversee project budgets and track all expenditures.

Enforced all OSHA and agency health and safety standards.

Attended all contractors' tool box meetings.

Tracked and reported any safety incidents related to construction and contractors personnel.

Facilitated the resolution of any contractors' labor union issues.

Maintained project information files including shop drawings, RFIs, Change Orders and daily construction logs

showing daily activities and events.

Provided detailed monthly progress reports for review by upper management, school and elected officials.

Monitor construction quality and standards.

Reviewed and approved change orders and contractors monthly invoices, including cost loaded schedules.

Ensured that all municipal inspections are performed and approval received, including Certificate of Occupancy.

Conducted punch list inspections.

Coordinated the transfer of completed projects to schools and elected officials.

Managed and supervised the daily activities of the construction staff and provided guidance as required.

Mentored various high school students interested in the construction trade.

Senior Draftsman/Designer 05/1988 to 04/1990

Shiffer, Litchfield & Architects NYC, NY

Designed projects from scope to preparation of construction documents.

Prepared site planning and the design of higher institution facilities.

Prepared project budget and estimates for clients.

Reviewed and approved shop drawings, contractors' requisitions, and

Intermediate Designer 05/1983 to 08/1988

Brown Design Associates Atlanta, GA

Designed various large and small scale buildings, shop drawing review and approval and construction

inspections services for various buildings.

Prepared working drawings.

Education

Master of Architecture: ARCHITECTURE 1985

Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL, USA

Bachelor of Arts: Architecture 1983

Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL, USA

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