Project Manager Construction Supervisor

Jeffrey Benevides

East Freetown, MA ***** 401-***-**** adwpcu@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/jeff-benevides SEASONED PROJECT EXECUTIVE with 18+ years of experience directing design and construction projects from initial concept to close- out. Orchestrates all phases of multiple complex projects while simultaneously driving efforts to optimize efficiency, reduce project costs and waste, and increase bottom-line revenue capture. Applies strong focus on customer service, step-above deliverable quality, and a sense of urgency to win repeat client relationships. Bilingual in English and Portuguese. Work Experience

VP OF OPERATIONS AND SR. PROJECT MANAGER, 08/2009 to Present SR. PROJECT MANAGER, PROJECT MANAGER, & ASST. PM, 02/2001 to 08/2009 Amaral Revite Corporation, Providence, RI

Key advisor to the president on company strategy, priorities, and growth goals. Direct day-to-day company operations and construction project management.

• Oversee all company departments, inclusive of the in-house construction teams, internal design department, project administration, superintendents, and team of architects and engineers

• Manage 25 staff, including in-house carpenters, masons, and labors

• Establish operational priorities and set achievable revenue goals

• After initial concept discussions with client stakeholders, build the design, engineering, and legal team and oversee project progress through design and permitting

• Reduced warehouse space from 17,000 ft2 to 6,500 ft2 by designing a more-functional floor plan, saving thousands on rent and utilities Represent the company in negotiations for multimillion-dollar projects, buy-outs, and procurement. Own ongoing relationship with large portfolio of key clients.

• Key decision-maker for client contracts, vendor procurement deals, subcontractor agreements, and project buy-outs

• Maintain positive working relationship with client company owners, contractors/subcontractors, and vendors

• Streamlined design-build contracting process: developed unique fast- track approach to creating construction documents and permits, accelerating project schedules by months and reducing design fees

• Secured new revenue stream: During market decline, led initiative to purchase and develop an historic mill complex; this has turned into 240,000 ft2 of commercial/medical office space today; oversee all design/construction and tenant management

Hold highest level of accountability for jobsite safety, deliverable quality, change order management, and critical issue resolution across all design-build projects.

• Enforce project requirements; review, update, and revise standard operating procedures on a regular basis

• Ensure proper permitting with municipality and regulatory agencies

• Transformed safety program: introduced unannounced visits by external inspectors, superintendent talking points, a daily jobsite checklist, and biannual updates on OSHA 10-Hour training for all employees

• Cut repair costs by improving vehicle and tool management system JOB CAPTAIN, Aerial Designs, North Providence, RI, 03/2000 to 01/2001 Reporting to president and project manager, coordinated activities of internal staff and outside consultants for wide range of design and construction projects.

• Primary point-of-contact for client stakeholders on project updates

• Managed team of third-party consultants, with a focus on ensuring consistency with project requirements and schedules Education & Licensure

BS in Architectural Design, New England Institute of Technology, Warwick, RI Completed prerequisite coursework at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Construction Supervisor License, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 2002 OSHA 30 Certification for the Construction Industry Qualifications & Skills

Operations and Project Management

Complete Project Lifecycle Leadership

Pre-Construction, Design, and

Construction Build Management

Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial

Management, and Reporting

Risk Identification and Mitigation

Change Order Management

Quality Control and Inspections

Business Process Design and

Continuous Improvement

Resource Management

Client Relationship Management

Expert Contract Negotiation Skills

RFP/RFI, Scope, and Proposal

Estimation

Multisite Stakeholder Communications

Exceptional Record of Client Retention,

with Hundreds of Repeat Engagements

Wide Network of Industry

Relationships in New England

Industry Expertise and Technical Skills

Employee Safety, Compliance Audits,

and Worksite Inspections

Deep Knowledge of Fire Suppression,

Mechanical, Electrical, Lighting, and

HVAC Systems

Renovation and Restoration Projects,

including Historical Buildings

Legal and Regulatory Requirements

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project,

Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)

AutoCAD Drafting Software

Scheduling Logistics Software

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