Construction Superintendent Project Manager

Cindy J. Brindley

*** ************ **., ********, ** 35630

) 615-***-**** * ********.*****@*****.***

Contract Manager Project Manager Purchasing Manager

Professional Summary

An experienced purchasing professional possessing strong analytical and commn, sourcing, communication (verbal and written) skills as well as demonstrating a high level of positive supplier and internal customer relationship skills. Computer savvy, fast learner with the ability to hit the ground running. Project management and scheduling experience, positive attitude and strong team orientation, highly motivated individual driven to achieve cost reductive measures. Dedicated professional committed to highest level of ethical behavior and compliance. Excellent RFQ and negotiating skills. Experience with developing budgets, vendor relationships and performance,, estimating, sourcing of materials and services, decision making, market analysis, and analytical methodologies. I retired in April 2016, and began substitute teaching in Williamson County, TN. In October 2018, I moved to Florence, AL.

While retired I have purchased two houses and renovated for sale.

Professional Experience

SLG INNOVATIONS - Chicago office/KPMG Nashville Nashville, Tennessee

Procurement / Contracts Specialist Sep 2015 – Apr 2016

Contract position – State of TN, Federal Medicaid Modernization Program

•Developed processes and procedures for Procurement Management Plan

•Developed processes and procedures for Contract Management. Plan

Documentation of procedures for procurement of goods, construction projects and services utilizing RFP and market analysis and FAR guidelines. Contract formation from identification of need, writing of scope of work, writing and solicitation of RFP, bid analysis, bid award and contract negotiations and detailing, quality and safety standards, monitoring contract performance, and final inspections of contract deliverables.

Skills: Knowledge of procurement laws, solicitation methods, writing and development of scope of work for service and construction projects, knowledge of plant maintenance MRO and services, Global sourcing and contract negotiations, capital equipment procurement and installations, budget preparation, project management, negotiations, and new plant startups and plant additions. Licensed Contractor State of TN since 1995.

CORRECTIONS CORP OF AMERICA Nashville, Tennessee

Director, Sourcing & Contracts Feb 2014 – Feb 2015

•Led the sourcing process for new programs and construction equipment.

•Participated in development and review of Scope of Work, RFP documents and contract terms and conditions for contracts of $3M to $14M.

•Provided support to project delivery team and coordinated inter-departmental correspondence during bidding and award phase.

•Identified, recorded, quantified & communicated risks, conflicts and discrepancies within existing methods, processes and documents associated with acquisition of contracts and services.

•Provided subject matter expertise to project managers on issues pertaining to any of the contractual items such as insurance, bonds, warranties, use of contract and owner contingency, allowances, budget allocations, payment requests, performance issues, delays, disputes and claims.

•Assisted the project manager in handling activities related to contract closeout.

•Responsible for leading staff and/or consultant positions within project controls department. Prepared detailed workflows and procedures for review and approval of contractor pay applications, contract change management.

•Maintained contract documentation within company guidelines and networked filing systems.

AUTOMOTIVE LIGHTING NO. AMERICA Pulaski, Tennessee

Project Manager / Construction / Program Launches Jan 2013 –May 2013

•Led the sourcing process for new programs and construction projects.

•Worked within Corporate budget for new launches of Capital Projects.

•Participated in development and review of Scope of Work, RFP documents and contract terms and conditions

•Selection of and qualification of suppliers and processes. Including monitoring contract progress.

•Assisted the project manager in handling activities related to contract closeout.

•Acted as Project Manager on $2.8M construction project to build new offices, test / research labs.

•Provided support to project delivery team and coordinated inter-departmental correspondence during bidding and award phase.

•Identified, recorded, quantified & communicated risks, conflicts and discrepancies within existing methods, processes and documents associated with acquisition of contracts and services, and product display room.

•Acted as Project Manager on replacing existing roofing at a cost of $500,000 and above.

•Negotiated construction contracts, capital equipment, installation of equipment.

•Applied engineering, manufacturing, and quality expertise to reduce material costs and met program requirements.

Randstad, Kelly, Staffmark Columbia, Tennessee

Buyer / Contracts Negotiation Feb 2011 – Oct 2012

•Buyer for packaging supplies.

•Maintained inventory levels based on JIT.

•Negotiated pricing and contract terms with suppliers.

•Procured and scheduled HVAC electronics, copper, steel (fabricated & sheet).

•Sourced new injection molders .

•Developed bid packages for new materials and or current RM.

•Reviewed & awarded bid proposals and negotiated contracts.

SELF EMPLOYED Spring Hill, Tennessee

Remodeled two homes Dec 2010 – Jan 2011

NATIONAL PEN – Temporary Position Shelbyville, Tennessee

Buyer May 2010 – Nov 2010

•Coordinated the activities involved with procurement of commodities

•Negotiated pricing.

•Resolved issues with suppliers as to quality, price, and deliveries.

•Maintain inventory levels using JIT.

PHILIPS HEALTHCARE Franklin, Tennessee

MRO Buyer Apr 2008 – Mar 2010

•Purchased MRO for hospitals and medical centers.

•Resolved issues with suppliers and promote good third party relations.

•Drafted and coordinated RFP/RFI responses.

•Completed and updated technical proposal documents.

•Negotiated pricing.

RANDSTAD Contract Positions Procurement & Asset Disposal Spring Hill, Tennessee

Randstad - Buyer/Service Body Parts SSPO (GM and Nissan) Mar 2006 – Apr 2008

•Purchased automotive service parts for warehouse and direct shipments .

•Created and manage scope, schedules, budgets, quality and benefit plan.

•Resolved issues with suppliers and negotiated pricing and packaging.

•Sourced new suppliers for interior and exterior molded body parts.

•Negotiated 4 year contracts with international companies.

•Project manager responsibilities to dis-mantle equipment/production lines.

•Negotiated performance, installation, and equipment contracts.

•Coordinated the activities involved with procuring commodities such as steel, copper, aluminum.

•Scheduled weekly PMR production requirements maintaining inventory levels.

•Expedited solutions to non-conforming or obsolete materials.

•Quoted prices and credit terms and prepared sales contracts.

SPONTEX, INC. Global Procurement & Contracts Manager

Columbia, Tennessee

Mar 1994—Mar 2006

•Demonstrated skillful sourcing and negotiation skills, including negotiation of USA / France / Spain global contracts.

•Participated in preparation, assembly, and review of bid documents for procurement of design, construction and management services.

•Provided support to project delivery team and coordinated inter-departmental correspondence during bidding and award phase.

•Utilized knowledgeable of all prevalent contract delivery methodologies within the construction industry - especially traditional and progressive design-build with GMP.

•Identified, recorded, quantified & communicated risks, conflicts and discrepancies within existing methods, processes and documents associated with acquisition of contracts and services.

•Provided subject matter expertise to project managers on issues pertaining to contractual items such as insurance, bonds, warranties, use of contract and owner contingency, allowances, budget allocations, payment requests, performance issues, delays, disputes and claims.

•Assisted the engineering and construction superintendent manager in handling activities related to contract closeout.

•Passed ISO audits from 1994 through 2001 without any documented findings.

•Presented and expedited solutions to sourcing of materials, services, and construction projects.

•Determined method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid.

•Determined the true cost versus contract price of materials and construction materials.

•Reviewed bid proposals and negotiated contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.

•Project Manager for many construction projects ranging from $30K - $13M.

•Utilized knowledge of prevalent contract delivery methodologies within the construction industry - especially traditional and progressive design-build with GMP.

Education and Credentials

Bachelor of Science in Business, 2007: Martin Methodist College, Pulaski, TN

Associate of Science in Business (Magna Cum Laude), 1984: Columbia State Community College, Columbia, TN

State of Tennessee—Contractor Licensee, 1995 - 2021 Department of Commerce, Nashville, TN

National Association of Purchasing—Member for over 20 years

Technical Acumen

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Kaizen Project Management

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Production Part Approval Process Lean Manufacturing TS16949 QS9000

Windows AS/400 iSeries KanBan

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