Project Management Construction

Michael Hawkins

Fort Lauderdale, FL *****

954-***-**** ️ *********@*******.***

FACILITIES & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE

Seasoned leader with 20+ years of expertise in construction project management, facilities operations, and systems integration across data centers, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, and commercial sectors. Proven track record of managing large teams (up to 116), overseeing complex MEP systems, executing multimillion-dollar capital projects, and optimizing operational efficiencies in mission-critical environments.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Facilities Management • Construction Project Leadership • Budgeting & Cost Control (CAPEX/OPEX)

• MEP Systems & Controls • Data Centers & Critical Infrastructure • Preventive/Predictive Maintenance

• Energy & Sustainability Programs • Physical Security & Life Safety • IT Integration & Advanced Systems

• CMMS Implementation (Maximo, Emaint, DPSI, etc.) • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Vendor Negotiations & Contracting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

IKEA – Miami, FL

Facilities Manager Jan 2021 – June 2025

- Manage 504,000 sq. ft. retail facility + 400,000 sq. ft. garage—the largest IKEA in the U.S.

- Oversee 1.25 MW solar farm (largest private in Southeast U.S.) and 172 recurring PM tasks.

- Led reimplementation and training of Maximo CMMS; boosted team efficiency and compliance.

- Provided realistic timelines to improve IKEA’s in-house construction delivery success.

- Diagnosed and corrected multiple legacy HVAC and controls deficiencies.

- Managed an 87,000 sq. ft. expansion project, from planning to execution.

Loveland Electric / Seminole Tribe of Florida – FL

General Superintendent – WWTP Projects Mar 2019 – Sep 2020

- Oversaw construction and commissioning of complex wastewater treatment plants.

- Rapidly mastered technical systems (P&IDs, instrumentation, electrical controls) using proprietary analysis methods.

- Introduced organizational tools and techniques that accelerated project execution.

Independent Consultant – FL

Construction Manager (W2 & 1099 Engagements) Jun 2017 – Dec 2018

- Directed multiple QSR restaurant renovations and due diligence evaluations.

EmblemHealth Administrators – Hollywood, FL (Remote Site)

Facilities Manager Dec 2001 – Jun 2017

- Managed facilities for a critical call center supporting 500+ employees.

- Delivered capital projects with <1% budget variance across 16 years.

- Spearheaded UPS, generator, EMS, and access control installs.

- Achieved 35% energy reduction through strategic efficiency initiatives.

- Built comprehensive security, janitorial, safety, and recovery programs.

Teleplace, Inc. – San Jose, CA

VP, Construction, Facilities & Real Estate Jan 2000 – Aug 2001

- Led all aspects of data center construction ($24M/project).

- Oversaw $2.4B national rollout across 100 sites; reduced costs by $8M per building.

- Directed budgeting, procurement, vendor relationships, and maintenance strategies.

American Express – Sunrise, FL

Supervisor of Engineering Jan 1995 – Jan 2000

- Scaled operations from one 417K sq. ft. site to 12 buildings totaling 1M sq. ft.

- Managed regional budgets, implemented CMMS, and directed design/construction efforts.

- Key contributor to disaster recovery and continuity planning.

Logic Electric Corp. – Fort Lauderdale, FL

President

- Specialized in systems integration: energy, fire alarms, UPS, and environmental monitoring.

- Helped other contractors optimize operations and participate in FPL CIL programs.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Sectors: Banking, Healthcare, Data Centers, Call Centers, Critical Facilities

Construction: Residential (3 yrs), Commercial/Hospitality (10 yrs), Healthcare/Industrial (7 yrs), Data Centers (5+ yrs)

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Systems:

- Generators: CAT, Cummins, Kohler, Dresser Rand

- HVAC: AAON, Trane, York, Carrier, Liebert

- UPS: Liebert, Exide, Mitsubishi, MGE

- Controls: Honeywell, Johnson, Andover, TAC, Teletrol, Custom

- CMMS: Maximo, DPSI, DataStream, Emaint

Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Word, Project

Platforms: SCADA, ACAMS, P&ID, Video Surveillance, Access Control

CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

- Master Electrician

- State Mechanical Contractor

- Electrical Inspector General

- Electrical Plan Reviewer

- Florida State Teaching Certificate

- Six Sigma Green Belt Lean Level 2

- Factory-Trained in Multiple Systems

- Education & Experience Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree

ADDITIONAL

- Super Moderator at AbsoluteWrite – World’s Largest Writing Group

- Recognized for excellence in troubleshooting, leadership, and innovation

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