SAVANA JOSEPH
Manhattan Beach, CA ***** 714-***-**** ad2d5o@r.postjobfree.com
Skills
Compliance Monitoring & Contract Management
Work & Project Planning, Tracking, Budgeting, and
Forecasting
Functional & Business Requirements
Budget Control & Construction Management
Permit Processing & Budget Preparation
Contract Development & Team Management
Risk Mitigation & Waterfall Methodology
Staff Training & Scrum Methodology
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Languages: Spanish (basic) Arabic (Fluent)
Work History
Construction Project Manager 03/2023 - Current
JRK Property Holdings – Brentwood, CA
Managed 102 properties, oversaw 200+ staff, and raised $10M in revenue Traveled 2-3 days weekly nationwide to inspect properties, address city violations, and manage insurance claims, collaborating with legal teams for resolution.
Executed all firm contracts, ensuring compliance and smooth contractual processes, while planning, designing, and executing large projects within budget and timelines. Monitored project performance, identified improvement areas, and collaborated cross-functionally to mitigate risks and address issues for optimal outcomes.
Developed strategic project plans, managed costs, procurement, and services, while analyzing performance data for continuous improvements.
Generated comprehensive project reports and conducted regular stakeholder meetings to communicate project status and ensure milestone achievement.
Project Manager 06/2022 - 02/2023
Burnham Nationwide – Los Angeles, CA
Contract position
Managed diverse portfolio of 25-30 Real Estate development projects, including multi-family, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.
Monitored project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary adjustments. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to address project issues and proactively mitigate risks. Demonstrated ability to address special circumstances and constraints by providing effective alternatives or solutions.
Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability and efficiency. Led cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to execute high-profile projects, ensuring quality and exceeding client expectations. Dev Team Project Coordinator, EA to COO 05/2018 - 06/2022 Mack Real Estate Group – Los Angeles, CA
Contributed to the development of AVEN Apartments in Downtown Los Angeles, encompassing 536 residential units, 10,000 SF of ground-floor retail space, and an 801-car garage. The 37-story high-rise project, totaling 500,000 sq ft.
Supported the Development/Acquisitions team and reported directly to the COO of Global Development and the company.
Oversaw project schedules, deadlines, and workflows, coordinating adjustments with my supervisor. Facilitated inter-departmental communication and contributed to design meetings. EA to CFO, Controller, Legal Counsel, President 07/2017 - 05/2018 The Bradmore Group – Marina Del Rey, CA
Contributed to the development of a 6-building campus by assisting TBG in the transformation of industrial buildings (MDR Truss Campus), resulting in a unique multi-tenant space spanning 3 acres. Optimized 40 legal entities by supporting senior management in all duties and functions associated with asset management for marketable securities and investments. Fostered collaboration by working with attorneys on Real Estate leasing and financing legal matters, including unlawful detainer, 3-day notices, and evictions.
Facilities Manager, Construction Project Cord. 10/2016 - 07/2017 IDS Real Estate Group – Los Angeles, CA
Contract position
Managed 70 bank branches throughout Southern California through tailoring expertise specifically for end users operating their own business properties and often 3rd-party tenants. Directed tenant improvements to meet contractual demands and update building areas.. Created sustainable improvement initiatives for efficient use of energy. Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment. Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services. Delivered successful projects by coordinating the installation of bollards at Trader Joe's stores across the US using
(Projectmates Construction Program Management Software). Assistant Property Manager 06/2015 - 06/2016
Capital Investment Network, Inc. – Huntington Beach, CA Managed 6 commercial properties (350,000 SF) in Los Angeles and Orange County, overseeing a diverse portfolio with 150 tenants.
Drove compliance through periodic property and tenant space inspections. Improved operations by managing bidding processes, obtaining repair estimates, tracking service orders, and overseeing bookkeeping and accounts payable/receivable. Standardized operations by abstracting leases, adjusting CPI, reconciling expenses, handling billing, tenant receivables, producing owner reports, and supervising vendor services. Oversaw monthly collections, maintaining high payment rates through positive tenant relationships. Education
Bachelor of Science: Human Development And Family Studies 06/2013 Oregon State University - Corvallis, OR
Minor - Sociology
Extracurricular Activities: Men's Rowing Coxswain
Associate of Arts: Sociology 06/2010
Orange Coast College - Costa Mesa
Extracurricular Activities: Soccer Team and Men'sVarsity Rowing Team - Coxswain Women's Soccer Team
Certifications
Professional Scrum Master 1 - Certificate (In Progress) Real Estate License (Completed Courses)
PMI - (In Progress)