Manager Project

DARIA G. COLLINS

**** ****** *** *******, ******* 30346 239-***-**** ************@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariacollins Project Management Interior Designer

A goal-oriented and performance-driven project management professional, with cross-functional expertise in commercial properties, interior design, architectural design, budget management, proposal development construction project management, relocation management real estate development, and customer service. A proven aptitude in completing multiple tasks, working with cross-functional teams, communicating with all levels of management and vendors, and directing all aspects of job functionalities. A dedicated and versatile leader, who enhances operations and client satisfaction for continued improvement and meets short- and long-term objectives.

Professional Experience

JLL Atlanta, GA 2018 – 2020

Project Manager

• Manage all facets of Project Management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality, and risk for individual CRE projects, including planning, design oversight, occupancy and closeout)

• Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely and coordinated. Track project against goals, objectives, approved budget and timelines. Creates action plan to meet schedule, which includes reporting statuses and variances

• Proposal and RFP development for Project Management

• Interaction with key leadership team and key stakeholders through the lifecycle of the project

• Identify project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists, or through individual project qualification process; conducts standard to complex RFP proposals; completes bid analysis, leads evaluation interviews, site walkthroughs, procurement, schedule and manage outside vendors

• Recommends resources to client for various facets of the project

• Successfully plans and manages all RPM furniture and workorder requests (repairs, space modifications, reconfigurations, space densifications, artwork, signage and furniture asset management) for client, on time, cost effectively, and within budget

• Lead and participated in weekly stakeholder, construction meetings and move management

• Manage and work closely with various service providers (IT, telecommunications, furniture installation and design team) to plan, implement, and communicate the work schedule with property management

• Identify, communicate and assess the project risk. Ensure communications are consistent between all project stakeholders

• Manage multiple projects at a time with proven leadership and analytical skills Colliers International The Coca-Cola Company Atlanta, GA 2016 - 2018 Project Manager

• Perform in leadership position to gather project requirements through User Group forums

• Develop overall operational readiness and transition schedules

• Manage integration of vendor tasks, review vendor deliverables and metrics

• Develop project documentation and client project implementation requirements

• Lead and coordinated working groups and project teams

• Develop project plans and options to assess challenges and opportunities while mitigating risk to clients

• Accountable for maintaining high level of standards when working with colleagues, customers and community

• Creating synergy and providing excellence in the customer experience D a r i a G . C o l l i n s

CBRE AT&T Atlanta, GA 2013 - 2016

Project Manager

• Project Manager for dealer and corporate store buildouts (AT&T) in SE and Puerto Rico regions

• Analysis of data to drive intelligence decision making in changing environments

• Demonstrated leadership in PI database to ensure that all project documentation was accurately captured

• Conducted review of all projects for updates, construction scheduling and transaction information

• Drafted LOI’s and leases. Reviewed lease points and provided reporting in PI in CBRE project management system

• Oversight for document management process

• Developed client standards and procedures to assure consistency in process and quality assurance CBRE CISCO Atlanta, GA 2011 - 2013

Facilities Manager, Financial Analyst, Corporate Event and Meetings planner

• Management of general operations for specific support services within the facility

• Conducted monthly site walks of all campus buildings and grounds for preventative maintenance

• Liaised with all vendors for scheduling inspections and services on site

• Responsibility for client inquires and problem resolution of maintenance work orders; ensured timely response and quality service to the clients

• Maintained all vendor files, work orders, and proposals for the Department files

• Managed 5M budget and financial responsibilities for the Lawrenceville, GA and Research Triangle Park

• Prepared various financial reports as needed i.e. accounting reports including budgets, PO balances, invoice payments

• Successfully managed budgets for RTP and Lawrenceville within 1-2 % of the target goal monthly

• Created 20K cost save for the contract janitorial consumables Relostrategy Atlanta, GA 2009 - 2015

Project Manager / Move Manager

• Overall responsibility for development and implementation of assigned projects as single point of contact

• Interfaced with all areas affected by the project including end users, computer services, and client services

• Developed detailed project schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports

• Managed crews efficiently to bring projects in under budget

• Conducted project meetings, project tracking and analysis

• Ensured adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables

• Managed the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables

• Acted as liaison with subcontractors in expediting proposals, contract requirements, drawings and related information

• Conducted FF&E inventories, provide space layout drawings for existing and new spaces and manage subcontractor crews for move coordination within the affected space Carter Design-Build & Real Estate Development Firm Atlanta, GA 2006 - 2009 Facilities / Project Manager

• Provided management leadership for client services operations and project managing key projects

• Ensured high level of quality with full internal and external safety and environmental compliance

• Delivered on time to meet challenging deadlines and client requirements

• Responsibility for construction oversight for high-value renovations, occupancy planning, staff relocations, policy development, and implementation

• Managed Furniture, fixtures and equipment

• Administered and managed space planning records

• Key milestones included successful delivery of a $6 million, 80,000 square foot, and fully occupied interior renovation initiative met deadline, and achieved full budgetary adherence D a r i a G . C o l l i n s

Education, Key Accomplishments and Skills

Bachelor of Arts Architectural Interior Design

• Moore College of Art & Design Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Trainings Technical Skills

• Project Insight • JDE Accounting Application

• SI Work Order System • Angus Work Order System

• Microsoft Office Suite • Microsoft Project

• PM Tracker

• Auto CAD LT

• Visio

• Peachtree Accounting System

• Clarizen • Blue Beam Auto Cad

Key Accomplishments

• Appointed by GAO for Facilities Management Specialist GAO (General Accounting Office) Washington, DC World Trade Center Project Manager for GAO, 1988

• Recognized and published Architectural Interior Designer (1994), Florida Design Magazine; 10-page layout Core Skills

• Uses sound judgement for making clear decisions

• Focused and organized with proven leadership and analytical skills

• Personal integrity and core values

• Highly adaptable to new and changing situations

• Articulate communicator with effective interpersonal skills

• Strong technical and programming capabilities

• Savvy negotiator, bringing effective solutions to the client for cost saves

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships on all levels

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