Project Manager Senior

Dragan (DJ) Jovanov

Miami, FL **.*************@*****.*** 813-***-**** LinkedIn

OVERVIEW

Seasoned Senior Project Manager, Contractor, and Insurance Management Professional with over 30 years of experience leading large-scale construction, restoration, and property development projects. Expertise spans new construction, reconstruction, renovations, water mitigation, fire damage restoration, real estate investment, insurance claims management, and building inspection. Proven track record of managing multimillion- dollar budgets, overseeing high-performing teams, project planning, risk management, contract negotiation, budget oversight, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulatory standards, and driving operational excellence in disaster recovery and property development. Experienced in managing complex priorities to ensure projects are completed on time and aligned to exceed client expectations. Adept at cultivating strong client relationships, upholding the highest levels of confidentiality, and consistently delivering exceptional results across diverse industries with Ultra-High- Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWI).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Project Manager & Company Qualifier Feb 2024 – Dec 2024 Restore Zone, LLC (Property Restoration Company) Miami / Sarasota, FL

• Successfully managed restoration projects, maintaining a 93% customer satisfaction rate

• Reduced project costs by 10% through effective vendor negotiations and resource allocation strategies Senior Project Manager Jan 2022 – Feb 2024

The Global Organizer (Luxury Organization & Design Boutique) Tampa Bay / South Florida, FL

• Managed high-end design projects for UHNWI clients, including conceptualizing design aesthetics in collaboration with the firm’s principal, while respecting client confidentiality and achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate

• Oversaw design development, construction administration, FF&E procurement, and installation to ensure seamless execution of luxury residential and commercial spaces. Maintained project schedules and budgets while ensuring client expectations were exceeded President & Qualifier Aug 2014 – Nov 2022

Tropical Property Restoration, Inc Tampa, FL

• Preferred vendor for Avatar Property & Casualty Insurance in Tampa Bay and South Florida from October 2016 – November 2022

• Managed a team of 40 field adjusters, contractors, and subcontractors to oversee 25+ weekly insurance claim restorations for residential and commercial properties. Streamlined restoration workflows, reducing project completion times by 20%

• Directed hiring processes for contractors and negotiated contracts to optimize operational efficiency.

• Collaborated with claims managers and team members to ensure timely resolution of property damage claims while maintaining a 95% customer satisfaction rate

Independent Home Builder’s Investor 2000 – 2015

Self-Employed Various Locations, FL

• Oversaw the development of custom and multifamily homes from concept to completion, invested in commercial and residential properties, managed land acquisitions and sales contract negotiations, project budgets, and contractor negotiations

• Increased ROI on investments by an average of 30% through strategic property acquisitions and efficient project management

• Directed all aspects of construction projects, managing budgets exceeding millions annually and delivered high-quality results that increased property values by an average of 25%

Building Inspector – Code Compliance 2006 – 2009

City of Largo Largo, FL

• Conducted inspections of residential and commercial properties to verify compliance with city building codes and project specifications

• Identified code violations and provided actionable recommendations to ensure safety and regulatory adherence President & Contractor 1993 – 1999

A+ Construction Miami-Dade County, FL

• Led structural repair efforts for residential and commercial properties damaged by Hurricane Andrew, including interior and exterior restorations and coordinated with local vendors to streamline recovery during one of the most devastating storms in history

• Replaced roof tiles and implemented hot-mopped fiberglass roofing solutions to restore wind-damaged roofs across Miami-Dade County

• Delivered efficient reconstruction services for severely affected properties, contributing to the restoration of over thousands of homes within two years post-disaster

CERTIFICATIONS & EXPERTISE

• REETS Drying Academy (Structural Dry Out), 2017

• FL Insurance Adjuster License 6-20: License #W311375, 2016 – Present

• FL State Certified Roofing Contractor: License #CCC 056711, 1993 – Current

• FL State Certified Building Contractor: License #CBC 056094, 1992 – Current

• FL State Certified Building Inspector: License #PBI 1403 US Citizen, Fluent in Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian, and English, PC, Repair Base Estimating, Avatar In-House Proprietary Software Estimator, Xactimate, Emergency Response Coordination, Budgeting & Cost Control, Compliance with IICRC & OSHA Standards

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