Senior Project Manager / Project Executive Leader

Professional Summary

Seasoned senior Project Manager with over 30 years of progressive leadership experience delivering complex federal, state, municipal, and private-sector projects through traditional, Design-Build, and CMAR delivery methods seeks new Senior Project Manager / Project Executive level position. Proven track record overseeing multi-project portfolios exceeding $40M, driving financial performance, mitigating risk, and cultivating high-performing teams. Recognized for executive-level client engagement, contract strategy, governance compliance, and operational excellence from preconstruction through closeout. Adept at aligning organizational objectives with client goals to deliver predictable outcomes in schedule, cost, quality, and safety. Core Competencies

Portfolio & Program Management

Executive Client & Stakeholder Relations

Financial Stewardship & Cost Governance

Risk Management, Claims & Dispute Resolution

Contract Strategy & Procurement Leadership

Preconstruction & Delivery Method Selection

Regulatory Compliance (Federal, State & Local)

Quality, Safety & Operational Excellence

Team Development & Succession Planning

Change Management & Process Improvement

Public Procurement (M.G.L. Ch. 30, 149, 149A)

Procore Bluebeam Revu AutoCAD MS Office

Education

M.S., Construction Management – Northeastern University

B.S., Construction Management – Wentworth Institute of Technology

A.A.S., Architectural Technology – Massasoit Community College Professional Experience

Consulting Project Manager / Estimator: Bechet Building Documentation Service, MA 06/2024 - Present Provided a variety of project management related services for multiple clients in effort to help manage their projects more efficiently and effectively:

Developed concrete and demolition estimates.

Performed quantity takeoffs and developed scope statements.

Prepared project management plans, including site logistics plans and safety plans.

Developed project related templates and procedures.

Provided Bluebeam REVU and AutoCAD training.

Senior Construction Project Manager: Procon Consulting, LLC, Boston, MA 07/2021 – 06/2024 Provided senior-level oversight and management of federal interior improvement programs exceeding 50,000 SF and $32M in construction value. Office Closed

Served as Owner’s Representative, providing strategic leadership through procurement and construction phases.

Oversaw budget governance, cost forecasting, and change management, driving cost containment and fiscal accountability.

Led executive stakeholder meetings, providing clear reporting on schedule, cost, risk, and scope alignment.

Directed risk identification and mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with federal safety, regulatory, and security requirements.

Managed cross-functional coordination between architects, engineers, contractors, and government stakeholders.

Established and implemented standardized project controls, tools, and procedures to enhance delivery efficiency.

Mentored and developed project managers and inspectors, strengthening organizational capability and succession readiness.

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Senior Project Manager / Superintendent: NELCO Worldwide, Burlington, MA 02/2017 – 04/2020 Provided senior-level oversight and management of multiple commercial construction projects from bidding to closeout specializing in publicly bid projects. Projects were in excess of 30,000 SF with estimated construction costs of up to $15 million. Division Closed

Directed projects from preconstruction through closeout, overseeing procurement strategy, subcontractor buyout, and execution.

Led bid evaluation, scope negotiation, and contract award to ensure best-value procurement.

Managed project schedules, workforce planning, and subcontractor performance across multiple active sites.

Implemented company-wide safety leadership practices, reducing incidents and reinforcing OSHA compliance.

Resolved complex field and contractual issues to maintain schedules and client confidence.

Developed and mentored assistant project managers and superintendents to support scalable operations.

Functioned as senior liaison between ownership, designers, and field operations. Construction Project Manager / Superintendent: Curtis Construction Company, Inc., Stoughton, MA 07/2014 – 02/2017 Provided oversight and management of multiple commercial construction projects from bidding to closeout specializing in private non-profit multi-family projects. Projects were in excess of 20,000 SF with estimated construction costs of up to $5 million.

Oversaw financial controls, schedule execution, and quality assurance for multiple concurrent projects.

Negotiated change orders and subcontract scopes to protect project margins.

Directed risk assessments, safety planning, and regulatory compliance efforts.

Coordinated design and construction teams to resolve technical challenges efficiently.

Implemented improved project management procedures to enhance predictability and reporting. Program Manager / Special Inspections: Terracon Consultants, Inc., Plainville, MA 05/2012 - 07/2014 Provided oversight and management of special inspection and materials testing programs specializing in retail projects located throughout MA, RI, CT, and NY with estimated construction costs of up to $40 million. Office Closed

Managed inspection programs across MA, RI, CT, and NY, ensuring compliance with ASTM standards and building codes.

Served as primary executive contact for owners, engineers, and contractors regarding inspection compliance.

Directed teams of inspectors and project managers; implemented quality control and reporting standards.

Reviewed and certified Statements of Special Inspections (CASE Form 101).

Identified non-compliance trends and led corrective action strategies to protect schedule and quality. Project Manager / Construction Administration: AECOM, Inc., Boston, MA 01/2008 - 05/2012 Provided oversight and management for the design, procurement, and construction phase services specializing in publicly bid transportation, municipal and government construction projects. Projects were in excess of 65,000 SF with estimated construction costs of up to $40 million and were governed by M.G.L. Chapters 30, 149, and 149A procurement procedures. Division Closed

Led construction administration and contract compliance under M.G.L. Chapters 30, 149, and 149A.

Managed public bidding processes, bid openings, and contractor evaluations.

Oversaw contract administration, change management, invoice review, and financial tracking.

Represented the firm at Owner Committee meetings, providing executive-level reporting.

Coordinated RFIs, submittals, closeout documentation, and record drawings. Earlier Career Highlights

Project Manager / Entitlement Services: WPIIDC, Inc., Quincy, MA 01/2007 - 01/2008 Responsible for providing entitlement and permitting services specializing in big box retail projects located throughout the Northeast. Projects were in excess of 250,000 SF with estimated construction costs of up to $40 million. Construction Coordinator: Menemsha Construction Solutions, Inc., E. Weymouth, MA 06/2006-01/2007 Provided estimating, bidding and pre-construction services for over fifty national private interior retail improvement projects located throughout the Eastern United States utilizing the traditional delivery method. Projects were in excess of 75,000 SF with estimated construction costs of up to $5 million.

Senior Architectural Technician: Walsh/Cochis Associates, Inc.: Canton, MA 09/1993 - 06/2006 Provided design, procurement, and construction phase services for privately bid construction projects. Projects were in excess of 100,000 SF with estimated construction costs of up to $5 million. Civic Leadership & Public Service

Town of Norton MA: Permanent Building Committee, Voting Member / Vice-Chairperson 01/2020 - Present Served as a voting member on the Town of Norton Permanent Building Committee during the design and construction of several town buildings including the new $30MM municipal facilities project encompassing the new Town Hall, new Senior & Community Support Center, and new High School Athletic Complex. Town of Norton MA: High School Building Committee, Voting Member 01/2012 - 06/2014 Served as a voting member on the Town of Norton High School Building Committee during the design and construction for a

$80 million-dollar high school addition and renovation project (renovation of the 1971 building, with an addition to the south side to house a new cafeteria and science labs).

Certifications / Licenses

Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Unrestricted Construction Supervisor’s License (CSL)

Construction Manager Association of America: Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Project Management Institute: Project Management Professional (PMP)

USACE / NAVFAC: Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C)

National Fire Protection Association: NFPA 241 Fire Protection Program Manager Training (FPPM)

National Fire Protection Association: Construction Site Fire Safety Fundamentals & 51B Hot Work Safety Certificate

Occupational Safety and Health Administration: 30 Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training

Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Public Notary

Professional Affiliations

Member, Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)

Member, Project Management Institute (PMI)

Member, United States Judo Association (USJA): Rank Sankyu

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