MELVIN GITLER
**** ** **** ***., **. Lauderdale, FL 33309/ad1uv0@r.postjobfree.com/201-***-****
Accomplished Senior Construction Manager with expertise in project planning on-time delivery, vendor relations, safety, and budgeting. Skilled in reading plans, contract negotiations, and problem-solving. Strong leadership, organization, and client relations skills with emphasis on coaching and mentoring. Excels at communicating under stressful situations while maintaining a strong work ethic.
Technical Skills: PROCORE/Ibid Pro/A1H/Salesforce-Construction Programs/
Project Management >Cost Estimating > Self Starter
Budgeting >Property Management >Communication Skills
Team Leader > Bid Process >Procurement
Scheduling >Risk Management >Honesty & Integrity
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PROJECT MANAGER/SUPERVISOR January 2023-Present
Oaks Construction-Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
Spearheaded successful completion of a 250,000 square foot tilt wall mall
Leveraged extensive expertise to oversee construction of a major retail stores like Publix, Home Goods, Burlington Coat, DDs, and 5 Below
Ensured project Stayed on schedule while managing a safe and productive work environment.
PROJECT MANAGER January 2021-December 2022
Stonegate Contracting Group-Boca Raton, FL
>Delivered successful ground-up and remodeling projects with efficient budget.
management, subcontractor handling, and project close-out
> Oversaw project turnover, contracts, change orders, and documentation for seamless
communications with sub-contractors and streamlined archiving.
>Results-driven senior construction manager excelling in scheduling, site
inspections, communication, punch list completion and project close-out.
PROJECT MANAGER January 2019-December 2020
Lifesync LLC-Coral Springs, Fl
>Moved major medical equipment manufacturer from a 18,000 sq. ft. space into a 120,000
sq. ft facility.
>Designed new facility, upgraded power, improved systems, met medical field requirements,
and designed efficient medical manufacturing flow for enhanced work progress in the new
facility.
CONTRACT JOB ONLY
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS DIRECTOR/
OPERATIONS MANAGER JANUARY-2016-DECEMBER 2018
Van Keuren Construction- Jupiter, FL.
>Successfully managed diverse projects within budget from restaurants to residential.
constructions with costs ranging from $300,000 to $10,000,000.
>Coordinated with stakeholders and executives to deliver quality projects while optimizing
designs and strategically reducing costs through eco-friendly material sourcing.
>Expert in permits, budgets, and contractor relationships to deliver projects efficiently.
PROJECT MANAGER/FACILITY DIRECTOR JANUARY 2013-DECEMBER 2015
Home Depot- New York City, NY
>Senior construction manager overseeing project methodologies, delivery process, and
successful project outcomes from bid to quality control
>Adept budget management, cost tracking, and seamless coordination with stakeholders.
during all project phases
>Clearly communicated, supervised, and motivated to ensure successful project coordination
while delegating tasks for safety and efficiency.
PROJECT MANAGER JANUARY 1995-DECEMBER 2012
Homes Now La.LLC/ MMM Real Estate Holdings Construction LLC.
>Successfully developed and operated 1000 apartments and 12 strip malls in Arizona and led
expansion of apartment complexes from 750 units in Tucson.
>Led hurricane recovery in Chalmette and New Orleans, LA. While building and remodeling
various properties, and collaborating with FEMA for drainage improvements around Lake
Pontchartrain.
>Delivered 250 homes with up to 60% cost reduction using energy efficient products and.
alternatives material while overseeing a crew of 250 people
_EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
Engineering, B.S.
University of Arizona- Tucson, Az.
Additional Certifications: OSHA 10, OSHA 30, BLS/AED/CPR/AED & First Aid, Paralegal, Notary Public
PROJECTS COMPLETED
O’Reilly Auto Parts
Cookie Crumbles Build Outs
Kemet Building Office Spaces
Stiles Office Centers
500 Hud Units
Fairmont Apartments
Aspen Grove Apartments
Euclid Apartments
Urgent Care Center
Aspen dental
Publix
Burlington Coat Factory
Home Goods
5 Below
DD’s