Project Manager Construction

Harry R. Blackburn *

Harry R. Blackburn

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Proficient, analytical, and collaborative Construction Project Manager with +40 years of experience in construction project management and law. Proactive, multitasking, and detail-oriented arbitrator with excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of team. Motivating contractor able to define project scope and meet goals. Melbourne Beach, FL 32951 267-***-**** **********@***********.*** LinkedIn SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Construction Management – Project Quality Control – Contractors PROJECT MANAGEMENT BUDGET CONTROL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS CONTRACT DESIGN INVOICES PROJECT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION COST ESTIMATES 8A / SDVOB OPERATIONS CONSULTATIONS FIELD INSPECTIONS HVAC

LITIGATIONS STATUS REPORTS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) CLAIMS NEGOTIATIONS SPECIFICATIONS REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIS) COST RECAPTURE TECHNICAL SKILLS MICROSOFT OFFICE WORD, EXCEL INSTALLATION OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT MICROSOFT PROJECT COMPLIANCE LEADERSHIP P6 CPM SCHEDULING

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACHIEVEMENTS

Harry R. Blackburn, Attorney/Construction Consultant 10/2012 - Present Melbourne Beach,FL

CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT TO TURTLE ASSOCIATES, LLC (01/2013 – 03/2020) Headed project management initiatives and consultations. Led multi-million-dollar construction projects through to completion. Completed negotiations and performed extensive contract analysis to maximize profitable outcomes. CORE COMPETENCIES: CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS, CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTATION, PROJECT PLAN, INSTALLATION, SAFETY COMPLIANCE, CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, ELECTRICAL REPAIRS, VENDORS, PROCUREMENT, PAYMENTS, PRESENTATION, TIME MANAGEMENT

Developed and negotiated +$1.7M certified claim to resolve US government and contractor dispute and prevent termination for cause; managed Pentagon security project; investigated site conditions; directed settlement team

Took over and helmed total interior renovation project in danger of termination for default through to completion with added $1.5M price increase for Theodore Roosevelt Building; reviewed critical contracts and progress; held weekly meetings

Managed multi-million-dollar construction project including full lighting demo and LED replacements for Ronald Reagan Building; orchestrated daily operations to communicate effectively with team; led efforts to negotiate pricing

Harry R. Blackburn & Associates Attorneys at Law

01/1981 – 10/2012 Mid-Atlantic Region, US

OWNER / PRINCIPAL

Founded and managed mid-sized law firm specializing in construction law. Managed litigation claims across multiple states. Controlled office staffing and budgets. Established impactful relationships with clients and contractors. CORE COMPETENCIES: OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE, BUDGET DESIGN, PROCUREMENT, CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION, PROJECT DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DOCUMENTATION

Opened law practice specializing in surety and construction law with offices in NJ, FL, and Puerto Rico; employed

+10 attorneys and numerous support staff including paralegals, office managers, and secretaries

Concentrated work in multiple legal practice areas: construction litigation and claims, surety and fidelity law, architect and engineer defense, catastrophic building failure, insurance coverage law, and commercial litigation Harry R. Blackburn 2

Collaborated with many major surety companies including Fireman’s Fund, Travelers, CNA, and AIG; provided legal defense work for Lloyds of London; cultivated relationships with companies, subcontractors, developers, and suppliers

Negotiated complete payment of $1.1M to subcontractor working on Taj Mahal Casino construction after it went into Chapter 11 Bankruptcy; assessed contract documents; communicated with casino developer’s attorneys

Achieved multi-million-dollar arbitration award for victim of parking garage collapse in Atlantic City; reviewed OSHA findings and discovered inspection errors; filed lawsuit; developed winning opening and closing arguments

Sued City of Philadelphia and won +$3M for Minority 8A construction company after 2-year litigation process; reviewed all documents, plans, specs, and communications to investigate financial source; filed appropriate AAA documents

Led investigative / forensic team to resolve uncovered $1.6M shortfall for renovation project of Buenos Aires’ subway system; collaborated with surety to review facts; identified key witnesses and conducted interviews; drafted report

Litigated numerous multi-million dollar claims as advocate in PA., NY, CT, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands; participated in both state and federal courts including US Circuit Court of Appeals,US Court of Federal Claims, Contract Board of Appeals and AAA Arbitrations

Served as AAA arbitrator for Construction disputes

Sold business in 2010 to Philadelphia law firm and worked as consultant for 2-year timeframe; ensured seamless purchase transition by signing non-compete project documentation OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

G & H STEEL, INC., BROOMALL, PA PRINCIPAL FOR CON-TECH 11/1978 – 06/1980 BOECON CONSTRUCTION, CO., IDAHO FALLS SITE CONTRACTS MANAGER 08/1978 – 10/1979 NORTHEAST UTILITIES, NORTHFIELD, MA FOREMAN 08/1977 – 07/1978 LAKERIDGE DEVELOPMENT, CO., WINSTED, CT MGR., FACILITIES & SUBCONTRACTORS 04/1974 – 06/1978 EDUCATION

JS, Juris Doctor – Construction Claims Litigation / Arbitration Western New England University, Springfield, MA

BA, Bachelor of Arts – Double Major History & Philosophy American International College, Springfield, MA

Certifications: Contractor Security Clearance (Active through 10/20, Pentagon), Law License (Active, Commonwealth of PA), US District Court Law License (Active, PA, NJ, FL, & Puerto Rico), US Court of Appeals

(3rd Circuit) Law License, USACE Construction Quality Management, OSHA 30 Construction Safety & Health MILITARY SERVICE – United State Air Force

MCGUIRE AFB, NJ CAPTAIN 1966-1971

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