Joseph Linford

Director of Construction & Facilities

Provo, UT 84601 • 801-***-****

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Analytical professional with 10+ years’ experience in spearheading timely and budgetary completion of construction projects by creating schedules, allocating resources, and improving quality controls.

Demonstrated success in organizing and leading periodic inspections of various properties to determine maintenance requirements and coordinate repairs aimed at maintaining optimal condition of all facilities. Adept at cultivating and maintaining vital business partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and external contractors, as well as crafting and negotiating contracts to secure cost-effective terms and conditions. Skilled interpersonal communicator with proven expertise in leading and training cross-functional teams for consistently meeting and exceeding performance goals, while adhering to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Articulate communicator with excellent organizational skills, acute attention to detail, and proven ability to manage various tasks in fast-paced and time-sensitive environment.

Areas of Expertise

•Strategic Planning & Execution

•End-to-End Project Management

•Construction & Facilities Management

•Quality Assurance & Control

•Vendor & Contractor Relationships

•Budget Allocation & Administration

•Regulatory Compliance

•Cost Control & Reduction

•Team Training & Management

Career Experience

MS Industrial Properties – Lindon, UT

Commercial Property & Construction Manager 2018 to Present

Conduct periodic inspection of properties to determine maintenance requirements and schedule repairs aimed at maintaining optimal condition of all facilities. Collaborate cross-functionally with interdepartmental teams to identify business development opportunities and establish sales/marketing plans to increase occupancy rate and maximize rental income for company. Review and approve invoices by monitoring all infrastructure and building expenses. Analyze bids for repairs, renovation, and general maintenance from contractors, as well as oversee quality of vendor’s emergency response and maintenance services. Resolve all complaints and inquires, cultivate positive relationships with clients, and ensure delivery of world-class services to elevate tenant satisfaction.

Key Contributions:

Achieved and maintained zero vacancy for assigned properties over last three years.

Managed 2.4M sq. ft. of commercial and industrial building space with total of 25 properties.

Launched landscaping program with fertilizers and lawn sprinklers resulting in beautiful green lawns using less water.

Spearheaded project to retrofit LED lights in 12 Buildings with budget of $200k resulting in monthly power savings of 3K per month, while negotiating over $100K incentives with Rocky Mountain Power for owner.

Flagship Financial Group LLC. – Lehi, UT

Loan Officer 2010 to 2018

Determined financial status of applicants through property and credit evaluations to approve or deny loan, while executing loan origination process, including ordering credit and title reports and securing appraisals. Ensured strict compliance with federal and state regulatory guidelines for retail mortgage lending. Communicated key features of various loan products and credit options to customers to facilitate in decision-making process.

Key Contributions:

Evaluated and closed over 20 loans per month as Loan Officer.

Received special recognition for ranking among Top 25 loan officers in country for VA loans in 2011.

Completed specialization in VA Loans IRRLS and Cash Out Loans, as well as secured license for processing loans in 20 states from Alaska to Florida.

Linford Plumbing & Heating Inc. – Provo, UT

General Manager 2005 to 2010

Led trained, and mentored team of over 25 members and subcontractors for managing new construction projects of schools, churches, and commercial buildings, as well as plumbing services work. Monitored day-to-day activities of vendors and contractors to meet all quality, delivery schedule, and contractual specifications. Fostered and nurtured long-term customer relationships through effective account management, while providing superior services to enhance customer satisfaction. Conducted specially designed training programs for staff members to improve knowledge and professional skills.

Key Contributions:

Increased cash flow by over 10K per month by developing and introducing flat rate pricing system and enabling service technicians with collections for work while at job.

Accomplished savings of 30% in accounting fees from CPA by deploying accounting and payroll software to assist internal teams with management of quarterly reports and 941 deposits per month.

Significantly increased operational performance and efficiency by developing targeted business strategies and processes, as well as researching and deploying latest technological systems, including computerized estimation system.

Licenses

Plumbing Technology

Master Plumbers License

Qualifier for Utah State B100

Qualifier for Utah State P200

Qualifier For Utah State E 100

Business Administration Coursework

Technical Skills

AutoCAD MS Word MS Excel MS Outlook MS Power Point MS Project MS Teams Windows Operating System Mac Operating System Google Docs Google Sheets Google Drive Adobe Acrobat LinkedIn Hydronic Heating Boilers Pumps Controls Blueprints Interpretation Costing & Budgeting Job Progress Estimates & Close Out

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