Shari Merklein

adi3wp@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/shari-merklein2021

Lakeland, Fl • 609-***-****

Project / Office Administrator

Top-performing professional with hands-on experience utilizing administrative skillset to manage key operations within multiple organizations.

Proven track-record of exceeding expectations with high productivity and quality standards. Solid history of improving company procedures and team communications with positive constructive attitude to develop strong and successful team. Ability to determine potential deficiencies and co-ordinate corrective actions. Demonstrated success in coordinating multiple detailed projects from initiation to completion in deadline-driven environment. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.

Areas of Expertise

•Project Development

•Office Administration

•Issue Resolution

•Client Satisfaction & Retention

•Scheduling & Coordination

•Documentation & Reporting

•Relationships Building

•Compliance Management

•Leadership & Support

Technical Proficiencies

Microsoft Office Suite, Windows & iOS platforms, HCSS Heavybid, Maxwell Streetsmarts, Vista by Viewpoint, Spitfire Project Management, AboutTime, Adobe Acrobat Pro

Career Experience

Office Administrator, Kenpat Gulf Coast LLC, Tampa, FL Aug 2020 – Nov 2020

Managed project operations by enabling timely receipt of compliance items from subcontractors. Evaluated corporate performance by creating weekly payroll submittal through collection of daily timesheets. Eliminated potential inaccuracies by generating weekly pay carts for subcontractors for timely payments.

●Increased operational efficiency by processing and completing project contracts for subcontractors.

Project Administrator, JR Davis Construction Company Inc., Kissimmee, FL May 2017 – Aug 2020

Ensured smooth operational flow by tracking subcontracts an, documenting issues, as well as managing purchase orders and field receipts. Executed multiple activities in office to optimize accessibility and utilization by organizing electronic and paper filing systems for various projects. Improved corporate effectiveness by scheduling project start up and close out office trailer utilities and services. Served pivotal in creating and submitting NPDES Generic Permits for Stormwater, including Notice of Intent / Notice of Termination.

●Achieved key objectives by generating and managing monthly Sunshine 811 underground utility locates for multiple projects.

●Streamlined project activities by collaborating and transferring relevant information with project teams.

Office Manager, Agate Construction Company Inc., Clermont, NJ Sep 2009 – Oct 2018

Maximized staff productivity by training and mentoring staff to meet multiple deadlines. Drove informed decision-making in developing owner specific project pre-qualifications and proposal documents by displaying corporate tasks with photos, graphics, and presentation documents. Provided valuable assistance to estimators and project managers by creating solicitation letters, identifying applicable vendors, obtaining quotes, compiling data, and entering requested information into bidding software. Showcased outstanding performance by recycling plants and disposal facilities, as well as tracking company current project locations via development and management of Google maps for all NJDEP certified quarries.

●Delivered routine administrative support by formulating and implementing robust procedures.

●Improved overall client relations and document turn-around time by resolving issues and departmental conflicts.

●Built and sustained new and existing vendors into active database of over 2.9K vendors by coordinating in networking events.

Office Assistant, Rockwell Custom Builders LLC, Somers Point, NJ Apr 2006 – Sep 2009

Ensured maximum client satisfaction by controlling all phases of construction process of various custom residential properties. Utilized leadership skills to supervise schedules and performance of subcontractors.

●Played integral role in managing record and entering daily timesheets for weekly payroll processing.

●Engaged with potential clients to propose contract work by understanding client needs.

●Aided in seamless execution of operational activities by drafting issues, executing material purchase orders, and scheduling deliveries based on field schedules.

Additional Experience: Owner/Partner /Sales at Designer Homes Construction Management

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Magna Cum Laude

Stockton College, Pomona, NJ

Associates of Arts Degree in Fashion Design

Bauder College, Atlanta, GA

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