Project Manager Human Resources

Valerie Klein-Tobin, NEWH

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PROJECT MANAGER/LICENSED FLORIDA INTERIOR DESIGNER/SPACE PLANNER

CAREER PROFILE

Creative and dedicated Project Manager and Design professional with more than 20 years of innovative experience, delivering high quality projects on time and within budget for all clients. A collaborative team member with demonstrated ability to access client, staff and ownership needs while developing unique design solutions that align with the intended client objectives. As a leading supervising PM that is adept at managing multiple construction projects and people with varying budgets by applying a unique combination of collaborative leadership, design skills, committed to site safety protocol, sustainability and on-site construction management experience as well as an aptitude for communication, sales & always looking out for company growth and prosperity.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

BELTRAM FOOD SERVICE GROUP, Tampa, Fl. Project Manager/Buyer, 1999-2005 DESIGN DECISIONS, Tampa, Fl. Senior Project Manager, President, 2005 – 2019 EXPLORE DESIGN SEMINARS, Tampa, Fl. Speaker/Instructor/President, 2009 to 2014 INTL ACADEMY OF DESIGN & TECHOLOGY, Tampa, Fl. Adjunct Professor, 2005-2009 BALLARD DESIGNS, Design Solutions, Tampa, Fl. Project Manager/Interior Designer, 2017-2020 NAFFCO FLOORING & INTERIORS, Tampa, Fl. Project Manager/Designer, 2020-2022 BBI- BLOOMIN BRANDS INC., Tampa, Fl. Design Project Associate, 2022- 2023 SSA FOODSERVICE, – Tampa, Fl. Contract Position, Project management, 2023-2024

NOTABLE DESIGN PROJECTS

HOTELS - ( Including Volume of sales & Over saw Project Management for all below )

Sheraton Hotel & Convention Center at Seminole Indian Reservation Tampa, Fl.- Reno.($2.8M) :

While working as a Project manager, I was instrumental in guiding this creative Project through the entire life cycle across corporate criteria and the PIP. I managed the team, vendors, budgets and deadlines, Designed & purchased all FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) art, wallcovering, & signage. For lobby, meeting & guest rooms. Also renovated Corridors, Bar, 2 Restaurants & the Pool Tiki bar & grill.

Holiday Inn & Embassy Suites - Renovation - ($250-$700K/hotel): Design Decisions was shortlisted to be design firm in Southeast. As Project Manager I Directed, Purchased & installed all FF&E for between 8-15 hotels per qu. as a Design firm of record among 200 firms. Guest rooms, public spaces & offices. All brought in on time & within budget.

Fantasy Island Diving Resort – New Construction ground up- Roaten, Honduras ($2. 48M):

Organized, Purchased & managed the installed plus oversaw all FF&E for 20 “A” frame townhouses, 60 room hotel and 120 room suite hotel, and the 18,000 sq. ft. mansion overlooking Roaten, Honduras Diving resort.

The Atrium in Gainesville, FL - New construction ground up - ($790K)

Oversaw PM project interior construction and Designed, Purchased FF&E & led installation for the 300 units, for six story bld.-corridors, three dining rooms, offices, ice cream parlor and card room and salon atrium space.

Holiday Inn & Suites on Grand Bahama Island – Renovation (1.7M): As a result, driven Project Manager, I renovated with my onsite construction team this 120-room hotel, Leading and implementing the remodeling and redesigning of all public spaces: lobby, 2 restaurants, bar & pool. This showcasing my leadership approach and performance oversight with purchasing all interior materials & FF&E. As I do on all my projects & especially on this one, I worked with Bahamas customs on supervising the intense paperwork trail, the vendor invoicing and payment requisitions, directed accounts receivable and payable payments and implemented site safety protocol, plus I curated the client & Brand construction timeline schedule.

TC Choy’s Pan Asian Restaurant, Tampa, Fl. Ground up New Construction ($350K):

Initiated new concept & new construction inspired by seven types of Asian cuisine served. Owner imported unique glass panels from Hong Kong. The challenging interior came alive because of attention to details: I consulted on menu, uniforms, logo, signage & Wallcovering; plus, instructed Sales/procurement and deployed the installation of FF&E. While implementing construction and a new theme to rave reviews & profitability.

Whiskey Joe’s - Tampa, Fl. a Remodel & New Port Richey location New Construction ($427K):

WJ Tampa, I revitalized struggling/outdated waterfront restaurant in lackluster space by developing the "Whiskey Joe "character through unique props/design. Catalyzed business expansion and generated the WJ's new concept profile. Converted both interior and exterior concepts and signage. Was instrumental in generating an innovative new logo. Executing the outdoor tiki feeling for an innovative laid back beach theme. Breathed new life into a dilapidated building, while giving a fresh brand a new spark and advanced the revenue stream for 2 other locations that I also collaborated with the owner on the above.

BBI- Bloomin Brands LLC. - Collaborated on Outback, Bonefish Grill, Fleming’s restaurant chains. Most work was performed with Outback remodels.: Oversaw the selection and bidding of Interior materials, Collaborated with Supply chain on scoping of construction needs for 60 Outback remodels for current year & for 100 for next year. Streamlined the Data Entry Purchasing process in Caliber for FF remodels. Aided in running the Lucernex purchasing/logistics software to affect sales & ensure a profitable outcome for all Outback remodels.

RESIDENTIAL

18,000 Sq. Ft. Home on Fantasy Island in Roaten, Honduras – New cons. Overlooking Hotel :

With my proven track record for new construction management, I oversaw construction, Designed, Purchased, and worked with Customs clearing, Shipping plus installed all FF&E, Flooring, Appliances, Wall & Window Coverings, Lighting, Crown molding, all Millwork & Casework. Expedited on vendor invoices & requests. AFF AFFILLIATIONS & AWARD University of Florida, College of Architecture, Gainesville, FL. Interior Designers A.S. Bachelor of Interior Design (High Honors Graduate) Gargoyle Architectural Honor Society Omicron Delta Kappa - O.D.K. Honor Society President of Student ASID at University of Florida, A. E. Phi Sorority - Officer & Member Technical Competencies Revit/CAD – Residential & Commercial, AutoCAD, Design Files, 2020 Kitchen Design Chart Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Bluebeam, Expesite, PowerPoint, Blueprint, Qualifications& National Council for Interior Design Qualification - (#6549) Professional Woman State of Florida Interior Design License - (#1135) Awards A.S.I.D. Florida - North Chapter Hospitality Design Competition Came in First Place (1996 & 2002). Tampa Tribune & Tampa Business Journal - Published Articles relating to Interior Design. Listed among the Top 25 Interior Design Firms in Tampa, Florida in 1999 and 2004. John B. Gorrie Elementary School Foundation – President 2010-2012 Board member & officer for a public school - 2004-2012 Operating Budget - $250 - $400,00.00.

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