Experienced Admin & Project Manager in Real Estate & Telecom

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KATRINA PEREDA

*********@*****.*** 949-***-**** Upland, CA 91784

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

SKILLS

Organized and dependable team player with extensive experience in project management, real estate transactions, and telecommunications site development. Skilled in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, problem-solving, and driving projects to successful completion. Adept at working cross-functionally with various stakeholders, ensuring efficiency and compliance in fast-paced environments.

• Project Management & Site Development

• Real Estate Transactions & Lease Negotiations

• Permitting & Regulatory Approvals

• Wireless Network Design & Site Audits

• Microsoft Office Suite & Google Earth

• Comprehensive Legal Administrative Support

• Strong Communication & Detail-Oriented

• Financial Tracking & Budget Management

WORK HISTORY Career Break 2023 - 2025

• Stepped away from the workforce to manage and recover from multiple family losses. During this time, I remained focused on personal well-being and am now fully ready to reenter the workforce with renewed commitment and focus.

Real Estate Project Manager, Site Development

SmartLink Group – Annapolis, MD 07/2021 - 03/2023

• Managed fiber optic modifications for telecommunication sites across multiple counties in Southern California.

• Led site acquisition efforts, including permitting, zoning approvals, and site walks.

• Utilized Verizon’s FUZE SPM & RE Program for project tracking and reporting.

• Oversaw financial tracking of revenues and expenses for ongoing projects.

• Collaborated with Verizon Wireless teams (RF Engineering, Construction, and Regulatory) to streamline modification processes.

• Negotiated lease terms with landlords and prepared lease packages.

• Conducted site audits and analyzed zoning ordinances, flood zones, and land-use regulations using Google Earth. Real Estate Specialist (Verizon Wireless Contract) Triad Group LLC. - Irvine, CA 11/2017 - 07/2021

• Managed telecommunication site modifications across San Bernardino County, including remote desert regions.

• Oversaw site acquisition processes, vendor management, lease amendments, and permit approvals.

• Maintained internal project tracking and ensured timely updates to Verizon Wireless managers.

• Worked cross-functionally with RF Engineering, Construction, and 2

Regulatory teams to accelerate project timelines.

• Processed lease agreements, purchase orders, and invoices.

• Engaged in lease negotiations and coordinated with landlords. Senior Legal Secretary

Federal Public Defender - Los Angeles, CA 01/2010 - 01/2017

• Provided administrative support for up to four attorneys, managing high-volume case files.

• Drafted, edited, and formatted court pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.

• Assisted in trial preparation, including exhibit compilation, subpoena processing, and document organization.

• Developed internal website content for the Federal Public Defender’s office.

• Created PowerPoint presentations for legal meetings and court trials.

• Managed discovery processing, including transcribing audio/video evidence.

• Coordinated travel arrangements and schedules for attorneys. Escrow Officer/Title Curative Team Lead

LSI Title - Santa Ana, CA 07/2005 - 01/2008

• Led a team handling up to 250 escrow orders per month.

• Managed refinance transactions for nationwide properties and post-closing procedures.

• Spearheaded customer service initiatives, improving client satisfaction.

• Reviewed legal documents (Living Trusts, Power of Attorneys, Probate filings) for FNMA compliance.

• Assisted in reverse mortgage transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Sale Escrow Assistant

Traditional Escrow - Yorba Linda, CA 01/2005 - 07/2005

• Assisted in escrow transactions, document preparation, and client support.

• Processed funding, loan documents, and post-closing activities.

• Reviewed title reports, resolving discrepancies proactively.

• Coordinated with escrow officers to ensure smooth closings and compliance.

EDUCATION • Citrus Community College Azusa, CA – Real Estate

• San Diego Christian College San Diego, CA – Communications

• San Dimas High School San Dimas, CA – High School Diploma

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