MATTHEW ROWEKAMP

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North Bend, Ohio 45052

513-***-****

aczowe@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/MattRowekamp

SUMMARY

Experienced, self-starter, in the field(s) of: Architecture, Construction, and Project/Program Management. Detailed and diligent in all aspects of the design and construction process including: site development, building design, cost estimating, contract negotiation, project management, punch list, project closeout, and owners representative.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FIFTH THIRD BANK 1993 – 2017

Architect & Project/Program Manager

Design

Managed the design, development, management, and rollout of multiple different Prototype Building concepts based on the continued evolution of the banking industry, technology, and customer experience (over 400 of these “prototype” locations constructed).

Implemented numerous “kits-of-parts” (interchangeable building components and furnishings) allowing the flexible expansion or modification of building as required by site and/or program constraints.

Initiated and documented base line compliance standards to meet State requirements for exterior lighting at and around Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) and Night Depositories.

Worked on the development of an internal Ergonomics Program, to educate and evaluate employees as to the proper configuration of their work environment.

By collaborating and communicating with internal and external vendors I was able to engage un-utilized value add services provided by a current healthcare partner to provide a $1000/employee remediation fund at no additional cost to the bank.

Accountable for the selection of furniture, finish, and equipment standards.

Management

Led a cross functional team of Real-Estate and Construction professionals covering a four state market.

Functioned as the leading role in developing Outsource Playbook, governing the Construction Management services outsourced to CBRE for a 400 branch rollout.

Responsible for over site, of outsourced Construction Management provider(s) in multiple markets.

Collaborated with a cross functional team of internal stake holders to develop a scope of work and initiate a portfolio wide survey to identify and prioritize remediation of ADA Accessibility deficiencies.

Project Management/Construction Management/Process Improvement

Personally managed the construction of over 150 ground-up and inline retail locations.

Implemented two separate project management software systems (Accruent – Expesite and Meridian – Proliance).

Partnered with Technology Firm to develop and launched a vendor registration and project bidding website (www.Bid53.com) allowing vendors to self-register for future bid opportunities.

Established Master Contracts for both Construction and Architectural Services used across an eight state region and three dozen vendors.

Instituted an electronic spreadsheet to speed the calculation of estimated real-estate and construction budgets for funding approval.

Advanced numerous new and/or improved process workflows, increasing the operational efficiency between internal and external business partners and vendors.

Maintained data archives of Architectural and Construction records.

Sourcing

Initiated and negotiated National Account pricing of over fourteen products and/or services that led to an initial +/- $35,000 cost saving per new building (10-15% product line savings).

Communication skills

Effective communicator, capable of managing cross-functional teams, breaking down barriers leading to the successful execution of program and project initiatives.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as Acruent’s Expesite Portfolio/Project Management System, and Proliance’s Meridian Platform.

Experienced managing draftsmen working in AutoCAD, Revit, and other design soft wares.

Roles and Promotions

Manager of Architecture and Project Management 1997-2017. Assistant Vice President/Vice President

Architect and Project Manager 1994-1997. Officer/AVP

Construction Project Manager 1993-1994

EARLEY CARRER EXPERIENCE

CRAPSEY & GILLES CONTRACTORS, INC.

Carpenter

Finish and Rough Framing Carpenter on high end residential homes and light commercial projects.

MARK MCCONNELL & ASSOC.

Project Designer

Project designer on high end custom homes, market homes and light commercial projects.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Architecture,

University of Cincinnati

Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator, December 2016, Humanscale’s COEE Technical Certification Program

Registered Architect, State of Ohio

Regularly attend the USGBC Greenbuild Conference

Exceed annual continuing education on building products, processes and innovations

Certificate of Completion – Fair Housing Accessibility First, 5/2016

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Board Trustee Madcap Puppets (Madcappuppets.com)

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