Construction Project Manager Engineer

Jose M. Gonzalez

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Miami, Florida 33189

Cellular: 305-***-****

E-mail: **************@*****.***

HEALTH: Excellent

MARITAL STATUS: Married

LEGAL STATUS: U.S. Citizen, Passport-Ready

LANGUAGES: Spanish, French (Learning)

CLEARANCE: Top Secret (Active)

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering (2006), Florida International University, Miami, Florida

Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science (PENDING), Certificate: Fire Inspector I & II, Fire Investigator I (2016, PREQUALIFIED), St. Petersburg College, St Petersburg, Florida

Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector (2010), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Miami, Florida

LEED AP (2008, Badge: Green Classroom Professional (2020), Green Builder (2021), Energy Efficiency (2021), Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI), Florida

Project Management Professional (PMP) (PENDING), Project Management Institute (PMI)

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) ({PENDING), Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)

IS-01300 Introduction to Continuity of Operations (2019), IS-00031.b Mitigation eGrants for the Grant Applicant (2019), FEMA Emergency Management Institute, Florida

Information Technology Professional Program (PENDING), The Academy Fort Lauderdale, Florida, CERTIFICATIONS PENDING (CompTIA A+, Network+, Security +, Microsoft Mca Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, AMAZON AWS Cloud Practitioner, Amazon AWS Certified Solutions Architect associate, Cisco CCNA)

Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers (FAC-P/PM), Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI)Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI), Issued May 2024, Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer’s Representatives (FAC-COR) Level 2, Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI)Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI), Issued Jul 2023

OSHA 30-Hour Construction (Type A), International Accreditors for Continuing Education & Training (IACET)International Accreditors for Continuing Education & Training (IACET), Issued Nov 2021Issued Nov 2021, Credential ID 121*******

MEMBERSHIP

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (A.S.M.E.), Project Management Institute (PMI), Construction Management Association of America (CMAA),

SKILLS

PC Software: Operating Systems [Unix, Windows (NT, XP, Vista)], Corel Office Suite, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera (learning), AutoCAD (2020), AutoDesk Inventor (2020, Learning), AutoDesk REVIT 2020, Learning), EnergyGuage, Xactiamte 27, PlanSwift 10, ProCore

EXPERIENCE

(03/2023-Current, 40 Hrs/Weekly), General Engineer (GS-0801-12), General Services Administration (GSA), Miami, Florida

Led end-to-end project planning, including defining methodology, resources, timelines, priorities, and budgets to ensure successful delivery aligned with customer requirements.

Managed resource allocation, funding, scheduling, and documentation to track performance and meet established goals.

Negotiated project budgets, objectives, and schedules with customer agencies, while coordinating with federal, state, and local stakeholders.

Manage the acquisition, financial negotiations, and execution of contracts for leasing and federal construction projects ranging from $250,000 to $3 million, serving as both the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Project Manager (PM) to ensure seamless project delivery, budget compliance, and alignment with agency requirements.

Oversaw staffing, budgeting, and execution of engineering programs, ensuring efficient operations and project successfully through the standard GSA Small Project Life Cycle Approach (i.e. Initiation, Planning, Design/Construction, Closeout, etc.) from simple to complex.

(09/2021-03/2023, 40 Hrs/Weekly), Sr. Project Manager, AFG Group, Inc., Miami, Florida

Project Manager, General Services Administration (GSA), Project Delivery Division (PDD), Gulf Coast Branch (4P1PB)

As a Senior Project Manager for AFG INC, I was contracted to the Product Deliver Division (PDD) at the General Services Administration (GSA) Regions 4 that assigned Leasing Projects (BA80) and had me work Proxy with a GSA Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on Small Projects (BA54).

Oversaw staffing, budgeting, and execution of engineering programs, ensuring efficient operations and project successfully through the standard GSA Small Project Life Cycle Approach (i.e. Initiation, Planning, Design/Construction, Closeout, etc.) from simple to complex.

(11/2019-Current, 20-40 Hrs/Weekly), Vice President/Sr. Project Manager, Green Piece Corporation LLC, Miami, Florida

Project Management Clients: Long Pond Development, Kitch’n Foods, Nouvelle Home Design, Pioneer Inter Development, Green Hill Investments. Oversee the acquisition, financial negotiations, and execution of contracts for high-end residential and commercial construction projects ranging from $500,000 to $8 million, ensuring seamless project delivery, budget compliance, and alignment with client requirements.

Permitting & Licensing Clients: HYCON Build, FOURTH Development, HEICA Construction Corp, D’lavii Flowers, Maliki Mart, Don Pan 585, 7-Eleven/Alpha Motor Fuel Corporation. Manage permitting and licensing processes for a diverse portfolio of clients in residential, commercial, and retail sectors.

LEED Consulting PROBONO: Coral Reef Montessori Academy.

E-Recording Services: Handle e-recording for various legal documents, including affidavits, deeds, notices of commencement (NOC), easements, partial releases, power of attorney, and more, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.

CONTRACT (11/2018-11/2019, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), Construction Project Manager/Estimator, Oratso Corporation, Miami, Florida

Project Management: Lead execution of assigned projects, acting as the primary liaison between the Owner, Contractor, and Architect. Ensure project goals are achieved, including managing change orders, critical path dates, punch list completion, and closing reports.

On-Site Oversight: Supervise on-site foremen to maintain quality control and ensure timely, budget-compliant project completion. Administer subcontractor performance and coordination.

Cost Control & Financial Reporting: Review and manage USAE cost administration processes, including weekly receiving reports, monthly cost/revenue forecasts (FFC/FFRs), unit cost analysis, and tracking of production quantities.

Contract Administration & Negotiation: Oversee contract requirements, track pay quantities, identify scope changes, and lead change order/claim negotiations to ensure project compliance and minimize financial risk.

Estimating & Proposal Development: Assist in estimating, equipment selection, subcontractor coordination, and developing work scope strategies for bid opportunities.

CONTRACT (06/2018-11/2018, 60-70 Hrs/Weekly), Construction Project Manager& Property Manager,

Invesca Development Group, Florida

Project: New construction of the Strata at Plantation residential townhouse development, Plantation, Florida, USA

Scope: Responsible for the successful execution of assigned projects, and is the primary interface between the Owner, Contractor, and Architect. Meet all project goals (i.e. change orders, critical path dates, punch list completion, and closing reports). Manage and control project through direction of the on-site foremen to ensure quality control and job completion on schedule and within budget. Responsible for the administration of subcontractors. Attend job walks, read and understand project plans and specifications. Assist with the estimating and proposals of assigned bid opportunities including equipment selection, subcontractor selection, establishing production rates, and developing overall approaches to work scopes.

CONTRACT (05/2016-5/2017, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), Project Manager, Critical Path Services LLC, Florida

Project: Century 21 Department Store, Sawgrass Mills Mall, Sunrise FL, USA

Scope: Responsible for the successful execution of assigned projects, and is the primary interface between the Owner, Contractor, and Architect. Meet all project goals (i.e. change orders, critical path dates, punch list completion, and closing reports). Manage and control project through direction of the on-site foremen to ensure quality control and job completion on schedule and within budget. Responsible for the administration of subcontractors. Responsible for a mid-level understanding of general contract administration and a complete understanding of assigned project contract requirements including the tracking of pay quantities, recognizing a change in scope or conditions, development of claims and responsible for leading claim and change negotiations. Attend job walks, read, and understand project plans and specifications. Assist with the estimating and proposals of assigned bid opportunities including equipment selection, subcontractor selection, establishing production rates, and developing overall approaches to work scopes.

(09/2015-2/2016, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), Project Manager, Rapid Response Team, Florida

Apply knowledge of the insurance restoration process and Coordinate after-hours emergency services as required, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage, and vandalism.

Manage job construction scheduling and job progress from start to finish in an efficient and cost-effective manner with a strong focus on quality and efficiency in order to minimize loss.

Communicates with homeowners, claims personnel, other internal support staff and management in an efficient and customer focused manner.

Write scopes and estimate of repairs for insurance losses and/or bank owned Real Estate Owned (REO) properties.

Develop estimates pursuant to our company Estimating Standard, including creation of accurate floor plans in Xactimate Sketch

Coordination of four (4) teams of restoration technicians and ensures employees are trained in compliance with all safety measures and standards, company policies and procedures. Monitor technician’s and support personnel’s performance and address issues according to company policy. Maintain adequate staffing levels. Ensure all employees understand and comply with all company policies and procedures

Analytical Skills: Look at damages in claims and determine whether or not the company should pay the claim. They look at many different facets of information to determine this and need good analysis skills.

(06/2014-09/2015, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), Director of Construction Management, Baywood Hotels Inc, Florida

Project: Renovation of historic building for Hilton Garden Inn-Miami South Beach, 2940 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, USA

Project: New construction of the LEED-SILVER Homewood Suites by Hilton-Miami Brickell, 1750 SW 1 Avenue, Miami, Florida, USA

Project: New construction of the LEED-GOLD Residence Inn by Marriott-Doral, 3450 NW 91st Avenue, Doral, Florida 33172

Project: Design/Build for the Renovation of the Existing Hotel Urbano and New Construction for the Hilton Garden Inn-Miami Brickell,2500 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33129

Project: Design/Build for the New Construction of the LEED-SILVER Homewood Suites by Hilton-Coconut Grove, 3151 SW 27 Avenue, Miami, Florida, USA

Scope: Responsible for the successful execution of assigned projects, and is the primary interface between the Owner, Contractor, and Architect. Meet all project goals (i.e. change orders, critical path dates, punch list completion, and closing reports). Manage and control project through direction of the on-site foremen to ensure quality control and job completion on schedule and within budget. Responsible for the administration of subcontractors. Attend job walks, read and understand project plans and specifications. Assist with the estimating and proposals of assigned bid opportunities including equipment selection, subcontractor selection, establishing production rates, and developing overall approaches to work scopes.

(09/2013-06/2014, 40-50 Hrs/Weekly), Principle Engineer, GB Group, Florida

Project: Design/Build for the proposed Port Lafiteau and the proposed Township to supplement the needs of the onsite personnel. Managed 4 onsite Superintendents and an average of 4-6 Project Managers/Foremen from our subcontractors and vendors. For the Design/Build projects I was also responsible for weekly coordination meetings with the Design Team as Haiti proposed a limit on the available source of raw materials, which required additional coordination with transport companies.

http://www.news.anmwe.com/haiti-le-port-lafiteau-du-gb-group-inaugure

CONTRACT (04/2011-03/2012, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), Mechanical Engineer/Quality Assurance/Technical Support Functions Construction Division, Advantech GS Enterprises, Inc./US Army Corps of Engineer (W91278-09-D-0046), Homestead, Florida

Project: New Building Additions & Renovation to Existing Squadron 191, Homestead AFB, FL ($7,000,000), Scope: Construction of approximately 14,000 square foot of secure Joint Air Force, Army, Navy area, 1,700 square foot of flight simulator area and Life Support Functions. This project has been designed to meet U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification. Formal LEED certification was not required; however, contractors were required to provide documentation for as many LEED credits as possible to support LEED Silver certification of the project.

Project: Design-Build of Addition/Alterations to Physical Fitness Center, Building 359, Homestead AFB, FL ($4,200,000), Scope: Renovating the existing 29,975 sf Fitness Center and add 2,000 sf of conditioned space. The project will bring the existing facility back to an acceptable standard closer to current Air Force requirements. This project has been designed to meet U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification.

Project: Special Operations Command South Headquarters (SOCSOUTH), Homestead AFB, FL ($35,000,000), Scope: The 123,000 square foot, three-story facility located on 39 acres adjacent to Homestead Air Reserve Base will encompass a Command and Control facility with multiple Secure Compartmentalized Information Facilities (SCIFs) and sensitive items storage, general purpose administrative areas and a standby generator. All building structures and envelope will be designed and built to provide a CAT-5 Atlantic Basin Hurricane protection. The project is design using an integrated design approach and is registered for LEED® Silver certification based on USGBC Version 3.0 standards.

Project: Troop Feeding Facility and Community Activity Center (TFF-CAC), Homestead AFB, FL ($6,300,000), Scope: Demolish the existing club structure and construct a new 18300 square foot, Community Activity Center/Troop Feeding Facility (CAC/TFF) on the existing site. The project consists of BIM design of a new dining facility with commercial grade kitchen, seating for 300 diners, a bar/lounge, community activity center, administrative offices and storage. An on-site charrette was conducted at the start of the design phase to further develop the original concept formed during the CCD phase. The project included comprehensive planning during the charrette phase, in order to site the facility. The TFF-CAC design used an integrated design approach and is registered for LEED® Silver certification based on USGBC Version 3.0 standards.

Project: U.S. Southern Command Headquarters (USSOUTHCOM), Miami-Doral, FL ($212,000,000), Scope: SOUTHCOM is a joint command comprised of more than 1,200 military and civilian personnel representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and several other federal agencies. The new U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) 640,000 square foot, multi-story headquarters complex in Miami-Doral, Florida enables the consolidation of all USSOUTHCOM staff, directorates, and support organizations into a single facility. All buildings are designed to be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) compliant and hurricane hardened. USSOUTHCOM is registered for LEED® Silver certification based on USGBC Version 3.0 standards.

CONTRACT (05/2010-04/2011, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), IT Infrastructures Engineering, LEED AP, AST Modular NA, Opa-locka, Florida

Project: MOB TELECOM, Fortaleza, Brazil

Project: GULFSTREAM 40ft Module for IBM, TBD

Project: CENTCOM I & II, USARMY CORP

Scope: Determine project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet all of the customer’s facility requirements. Develop, evaluates, and discusses possible solutions with customers including equipment and controls solutions. Designed, tested, and implemented custom modules to be developed and added to Utility Manager (UM) software systems to conduct energy and cost savings calculations in compliance with International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) standards. Perform occasional on-site, in-plant, or other inspections determining code compliance and ensuring that structures and installations meet engineering, architectural, and mechanical standards for public health and safety. Executed utility bill and rate analysis for performance and utility billing errors. Prepare or direct preparation of Quantity and Quality ledger summary book and supporting documentation notebooks and installation notebooks for projects. Review contract plans for constructability, bid quantities and estimates prior to issuance of bidding documents. This includes construction contracts for Bridges, and Roadway portion of highway construction projects.

https://www.datacenterjournal.com/data-centers/brazil/fortaleza/mob-telecom-fortaleza/

RETAINER (03/2009-05/2010, 10-20 Hrs/Weekly), LEED Compliance Engineer, MB Development, LLC., Miami, Florida

Project: Grand Beach Hotel-Surfside (EAST), Surfside FL, USA, Scope: Mixed-use LEED Certified Project of approximate 300,000 S.F. in the heart of the Town of Surfside. EAST will consist of a 12-Story High-Rise, with underground parking facilities and a roof pool deck located on 9449 Collins Ave, Surfside Florida 33154. This project has been registered for U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification, based on USGBC Version NC 3.0 standards.

Project: Grand Beach Hotel-Surfside (WEST), Surfside FL, USA, Scope: Mixed-use LEED Certified Project of approximate 300,000 S.F. in the heart of the Town of Surfside. WEST will mirror it in appearance and décor, it will consist of a 4-story hotel, with a roof pool deck area to be located on 9418 Collins Ave, Surfside Florida 33154. This project has been registered for U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification, based on USGBC Version NC 3.0 standards.

(05/2008-03/2009, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly 9) Mechanical Plans Inspector, Project Manager, LEED AP, NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC., Sunrise, Fl

Project: PGA Golf Course Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, PGA, Florida: Served as project/site manager on remediation projects that included multilayer landfill capping, excavations of contaminated soil, public lands restoration initiatives and the removal of several underground fuel storage tanks.

Project: Midtown Doral, Doral, Fl, Scope: Mixed-use LEED Certified Project of approximate 300,000 S.F. in the hart of City of Doral. It comprises a composite building of “Class A” Offices, Loft Offices, Gourmet Plaza, Racquet Club & Spa, Upscale Suites, and a Hotel. This project has been registered for U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification, based on USGBC Version NC 2.2 standards.

Project: Met II/Well Fargo Center (LEED), Miami, Fl Scope: The 740,000 square foot 47-story tower, Wells Fargo Center completed by Suffolk Construction was originally slated to achieve LEED Silver, but through a collaborative effort and extensive planning, the team upgraded the effort and brought the project to LEED Gold certification standards. With recognition as LEED Core and Shell Project of the Year and its recent LEED Gold certification, the Wells Fargo Center has helped to set the standard for sustainable office space.

Project: Park Plaza Professional Center, Pembroke Pines, FL, ($14,000,000, UNDER FORCLOSURER) Scope: The project, on 9.77 acres, is being developed by locally based Sky Development Inc., and will consist of two four-story, 80,000 SF buildings with retail on the first floor. The project will include a four-story parking garage with 538 parking spaces to be accompanied by an additional 288 surface parking spaces. The efficient floor plans will range from 1,500 to 20,000 SF and will offer attractive tenant improvement allowance. This project has been designed to meet U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification.

(03/2006-05/2008, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly) Project Engineer/ Sr. Inspector, CES Consultants, Miami, Florida

Project: MDWASD Wastewater Energy Efficiency Master Plan, Miami-Dade County, Florida: Provided engineering design services to Miami-Dade County in an effort to develop remedial actions plans (RAPs) to bring over 350 pump stations up to energy efficiency standards and operating compliance. The recommended upgrades ensured compliance with the 10-hour run time per day limit. The development of this energy efficiency plan also incorporated the projected flows of these water pumps through the 2030 planning horizon. The purpose of this task was to evaluate all aspects of the pump station, identify deficiencies, and provide energy efficiency recommendations in order to increase the critical station capacity and reduce pump run times below the 10-hour per day limit. The recommended improvements for individual pump stations would then be evaluated on a system-wide basis.

CONTRACT (03/2005-02/2006, 50-60 Hrs/Weekly), Product Engineer, Service Manager, Rollingshield, Miami, Florida

CONTRACT (09/2004-03/2005, 70-80 Hrs/Weekly) Construction Analyst (GS-9), Small Business Administration (SBA), Orlando-Key West, Florida

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