SUSAN MAFFIA
*** ************ *****, ** **********, Florida 33304, *******@***.***, 954-***-****
Professional Summary
For over 28+ years, I have worked with residential and commercial clients helping them create and achieve their renovation goals whether it be a custom kitchen and bath to a complete home remodel.
As an experienced project manager and design consultant I have extensive experience with all aspects of a renovation project, from reading blueprints to working with the construction teams to interfacing and communications with the client/owner.
My commitment to organization, effective communication, teamwork, and high-quality standards has been foundational to the high customer satisfaction my clients have experienced over many projects.
Design
Interiors including color palettes, fabrics, window treatments, flooring, lighting, furniture selection and placement etc.
Exteriors including landscaping, pool and recreational areas, exterior lighting etc.
Custom floorplan design of kitchens, baths, or entire houses.
Custom designs for cabinetry, furniture etc.
Renovation
Knowledgeable of all aspects of the construction/renovation process from demolition through punchout.
Blueprint reading and understanding
Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the renovation team including architects, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, site resources etc.
Knowledgeable of building codes and inspection requirements helping to ensure that all work is done to quality standards.
Project Management
Develop estimates, specifications, schedules, budgets and track and report status on a regular basis.
Daily communication and direction to construction teams, overseeing their work on site as needed.
Lead multi-disciplinary teams as needed for problem solving or issue resolution.
Review and feedback/approval on proposals and contracts with clientele/owners
Assure all change control orders are effectively communicated to the appropriate teams.
Client Interfacing
Handle all aspects of client interfacing including finalizing design decisions, reviewing contracts, conducting walkthroughs and reviews of the completed projects, frequent status/update communications etc.
Assure all change control requests are well documented and understood.
Handle all client issues/concerns to assure high client satisfaction,
Business Management
I am responsible for developing new clients and revenue opportunities and for maintaining a profitable business. This requires a competency in all aspects of small business management. Ideal Concepts also provides monthly home
management services for clients who are not in permanent residence, or who want a professional management service to handle all their maintenance
Computer literate
Work Experience
Ideal Concepts
Ft Lauderdale, Florida
Dates: June 1993 – Present
Responsibility for success delivery of numerous renovation projects ranging from very small to very large. A few examples include:
Laguna Drive, Ft Lauderdale
Complete home remodeling including interior wall redesign, high end kitchen and baths, flooring, window treatments, lighting, and custom designed furniture and cabinetry throughout the house, as well as exterior landscaping, pool and dock area redesign, boat lift installation, exterior lighting etc.
Fiesta Way, Ft Lauderdale
Complete home remodeling including interior wall redesign, custom kitchen and baths, flooring, window treatments, lighting, as well as exterior landscaping and lighting.
Points of America Condo – Ft Lauderdale
Complete interior renovation including wall redesign, custom kitchen and baths, flooring, window treatments, lighting, as well as exterior landscaping and lighting.
Addison Condo – Boca Raton
Interior renovation with custom kitchen and baths, flooring, window treatments, lighting, custom cabinetry etc.
Ocean Tower, Boca Raton
Complete interior renovation including wall redesign, custom kitchen and baths, flooring, window treatments, lighting, as well as exterior landscaping and lighting.
Chesterfield Interiors
Dallas Texas
Dates: June 1982 – June 1993
Position: Showroom Manager and Sales Expert
In house assisstant with Architect and Designer on home projects for clients
“Right hand Gal” to the owner of company