Project Manager Construction

Bill Buscaglia, Jr.

***** ********* ******* ****, ******* Beach, FL, 33437

Home phone: 561-***-****

Mobile Phone: 908-***-****

E-Mail: ********@*******.***

BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVES

As a talented individual with a significant amount of experience in high-end retail and interior construction, I quickly understand the key elements of an assignment and endeavor to produce successful results. With an extensive background in construction supervision as well as construction management, I have earned the reputation as a professional well-liked and trusted, capable of delivering on-time, on-budget projects with a commitment to quality. I seek a role within a company that offers a challenging and rewarding environment with real opportunities for professional and personal development.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Over 9 years of experience with an emphasis on high-end retail and commercial interior construction projects.

A highly organized, self-motivated, solutions-oriented professional with strong interactive skills.

Adept at managing multiple projects and "competing priorities" with keen attention to details.

Exceptional written and oral communication skills with a sharp, professional appearance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Shawmut Design & Construction, New York, New York

Project Manager- August, 2008 to March, 2009

Direct management of high-end retail construction projects including Gucci (San Francisco, CA, King of Prussia, PA), and Chopard (NYC). Square foot ranges from 4,500 to 24,000 with values from $1.2M to $8M and average construction schedules of 8-10 weeks.

Establish project strategies for success, including budget analysis, sub-contractor buy-out goals, and value engineering alternatives to achieve project profitability and value to the client.

Purchasing of all sub-contractors and vendors, including scope review, negotiation of contract pricing, and administration of all contract documents.

Management of cost controls including Labor reports, Cost To Complete reports, Change Item reports, invoices, and budget reconciliation utilizing Timberline and Prolog as management tools.

Preparation and distribution of meeting minutes, project status reports, and budget updates for review during regular client and sub-contractor meetings.

Mentoring and coaching of employees enrolled in the firm's training programs, including Assistant Project Managers, Assistant Superintendents, and Project Administrators.

Hunter Roberts Construction Group, New York, New York

Project Manager- December, 2007 to August, 2008

Management of all construction and administration activities pertaining to the build-out of corporate offices and classrooms for Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC, 84K sq ft/$7M.

Effective management of project team members so that Administrative and Budget Controls are properly established and maintained to ensure the project’s financial success.

"Gatekeeper" for the flow of all project information, including Construction and Procurement Schedules, Work In Place reports, Forecast reports, Change Item reports, invoices and logs, utilizing Timberline and CMIC as management tools.

Preparation and distribution of meeting minutes, project status reports, and budget updates for review.

Manage the process by which submittals are received, reviewed, and submitted for approval, returned to subcontractors and tracking of items released for fabrication.

JRM-Stamack Construction, LLC, New York, New York

Project Superintendent- Jr. Project Manager- April, 2005 to December, 2007

Site management of high-end retail construction projects (5,000+ sf, $700k-$5.5m) including Gucci (Chevy Chase, MD, Atlantic City, NJ, and Palm Beach Gardens, FL), Michael Kors, (Atlantic City, NJ), Vilebrequin, (Atlantic City, NJ), and Dennis Basso Salon, (Atlantic City).

Site management of commercial interior construction projects including AXA Financial Advisors, Wall, NJ (11,000 sf, $850,000) and DoubleClick, NY, NY, (28,000 sf, $1,050,000).

Effective communication and coordination with client vendors (including telecommunications, security, audio/visual, furniture and merchandising) to ensure timely and successful installation of owner-supplied systems and materials.

Responsible for quality control by all trades and vendors.

Review, documentation, and distribution of samples and shop drawings to ensure all materials and equipment conform to design criteria, intent, and specifications.

Responsible for maximizing General Conditions funds by a sensible management of labor and materials.

Responsible for the creation of project schedules, project logs, and coordination of all close-out documentation.

New York Design Collaborative, Inc., New York, New York

Project Coordinator- April, 2002 to April, 2005

Management of each phase of corporate interior design, planning, and construction with an emphasis on project management and administration.

Coordination and oversight of all design-development activities for projects including multiple Wachovia Retail Banking locations throughout NYC, corporate interiors for Northeast Securities (NYC), Nisho Iwa (NYC), and Faust/Goetz Law (NYC).

Responsible for effective interaction with clients and general contractors through budget analysis, bid qualifications, project scheduling, requisition reviews, and production and distribution of all contract documents.

Effective communication with construction trades to ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, design intent, and quality standards.

Continuous communication with clients to review project status, budgets, schedules, requisitions, and ensure complete satisfaction throughout the project.

Corporate Interiors Contracting, New York, New York

Project Superintendent- January, 2000 to April, 2002

On-site management of 3,000 to 95,000sf commercial interior projects including the corporate headquarters for Rockrose Development, (200 Park Ave. S., NYC), City University of NY, and the Police Department of NYC- Parking Bureau.

Responsible for the coordination and scheduling of all subcontractors, delivery of materials, manpower and equipment.

Directly responsible for ensuring quality workmanship by all trades and adherence to project schedules and budgets.

Management of all construction documents, including daily progress reports, drawings, sketches, revisions, and product specifications.

Effective communication with architects, project managers, clients, landlords, building managers, and building engineers.

EDUCATION, CERFTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

OSHA Certified- 10 Hour Safety Certificate

Dale Carnegie School of Professional Development

Parsons School of Design- Bachelor of Fine Arts

Monsignor Donovan High School- High School Diploma

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