Construction Program Manager

DAVID HOOD

*** ******** *****  Coppell, TX  ***19

Phone: 469-***-****

E-mail: *****-**@**.**.***

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Construction Manager with demonstrated success in Naional Program / Project’s Management

15 + years of management experience in the Construction / Facilities industry, thriving in a multi-project environment and the unique challenges they bring. Strong interpersonal skills and leadership experience with emphasis on building client relationships and trust for business development. 8 years experience in MEP specific operations in support of banking denovo’s , energy management, lighting controls, and facilities maintenance.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

HAMILTON PACIFIC SENIOR PROJECT / BRANCH MANAGER 4/09-12/09

Mange construction operations in support of ATM and Banking Equipment as well as Project Services support to Banking Customers. Business development and customer relations within the Texas Banking market.

Current Projects :

Wells Fargo AB-244 Nationwide Lighting Upgrade

(Wachovia site upgrades)

Sr. Project Manager

26 sites in 3 States

• Survey Remote ATM sites for lighting compliance

• Write Work Scopes for lighting upgrade

• Sketch site conditions and requirements, oversee Architectural Drawing development

• Submit project budgets for owner approval

• Obtain sub contractor bids and assign projects

• Coordinate Permits

• Oversee electrical upgrades and final lighting survey

Wells Fargo Nationwide ATM Rollout

(Wachovia site conversions)

16 sites in 2 states

• Architectural plan review

• Coordinate with local Building Departments for permitting

• Manage local vendors

• Project Closeouts

Recommendations:

• “It has been my pleasure to have David as a member of my team while at Hamilton Pacific. His willingness to adapt and solve complex issues has been of great benefit to my department. David’s ability to relate to personnel, customers, and vendors have allowed for smooth and profitable project completions. He has an uncanny ability to bridge the gap of technical requirements and customer needs / expectations. I can recommend David with the utmost confidence for any managerial position in the construction and banking project services world.”

Patrick La Perre, National Operations Manager, Hamilton Pacific (a division of Niscayah)

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CON-REAL LP SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER 12/07-4/09

Manage project management staff of up to 30 managers across continental US including contract administrators, procurement, and project accountants. Managed detailed program reporting both internally and to owners.

Current Program:

PepsiCo National Enable

Sr. Project Manager / Team Leader

15 Sites @ $225,000 average cost in 5 States

• Survey Plants and Distribution Centers for ADA compliance

• Write Scopes for work required

• Oversee Architectural Drawing development

• Develop project budgets for Owner approval

• Bid Projects to General Contractors

• Oversee Construction Operations through Assistant Project Managers

Completed Programs:

Sr. Program Manager

Wachovia Branch Bank Retrofit (World Savings Bank Acquisition)

$38 million dollar GMP (achieved 2.1 million in shared savings)

227 Branch Bank remodel s in 90 days active construction in 9 States

• Managed Project Management staff of 3 Sr. PM’s, 10 PM’s, and 20 Assistant PM’s

• Managed all construction activities to include

o Scope Review of all 227 sites with Wachovia’s Internal Project Manager

o Preferred Vendor coordination and scheduling

o Construction Schedule’s of 227 sites utilizing EXPESITE project software

o Manage site construction, scope, and change orders through PM staff

o Manage Project Closeout

Recommendations:

 “Very detailed oriented Manager with foresight to plan ahead and make the best use of his and his personnel's time. Very Owner/Client satisfaction driven. A committed individual.”

Carlos Kenner , Sr. VP , Con-Real, LP

“I had the good fortune to work with David during the national re-branding of World Savings Bank to the Wachovia model. David joined his Con-Real CM team mid-stream and did an excellent job of identifying areas of difficulty and charting a path to get wayward projects back on track. He is very knowledgeable of the entire construction process and was able to give status on over 250 separate projects at any time. I would highly recommend David for any construction related projects needing creative problem solving, diligent management and timely results.”

John Becker, National Program Manager, Wachovia

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Airworx A/C Inc. Vice President / Director of Project Management 10/99-12/07

Manage all active commercial projects. Oversee plan review, bid process, and value engineering. Coordinate and supervise field staff and subcontractors.

• Commercial customer relations and business development

• Vendor / sub contractor relations, contract negotiations, and bid pricing

• Manage and oversee all fieldwork including commercial new construction, interior finish out, and service work through Field Superintendants

• Coordination with Owner’s Representatives, Architects and Engineers to assure design requirements and expectations are met

• Oversight of bid process including plan review, value engineering and bid packages

• Maintain professional standards and practices

• Technical support to customer’s facilities staff to include design and long term sustainability of systems

• Commissioning of New Facilities

Completed Projects Include:

• MEP Coordinator on financial data centers ranging in size from 25000 to 500000 sq. ft.

• Over 35 mechanical completions of Branch Banks ranging in size from 3,500 sq. ft. to 8,500 sq. ft (Wells Fargo, EECU, Regions Bank, World Savings

• Facilities Commissioning Consultant on over 100 bank branches

• Field survey, mechanical upgrade to standards on reload projects of over 30 branch bank acquisitions in a 3 month period

• Coordination, field oversight of TCS energy management / building controls of approximately 90 branch banking facilities

• New construction / interior finish out of restaurants for companies such as Tom Tom Noodle House and Luna Del Noche Victory Park

• Manage and coordination of service for GE Capital Modular Buildings in North TX (approx 1800 units)

Recommendations:

 “The Bank and I have had the good fortune to work with David for many years. David continues to be one of the few individuals that fully understand the big-picture with regards to construction. He's always stood behind the work he or his company has performed and would consistently go above -and-beyond to ensure that the needs of my project came first. David is one of the few within the construction industry that will always tell the unvarnished truth. I've enjoyed our professional relationship and look forward to working with David in the future.”

Dave Clark, Regional Manager / Corporate Properties Group, Wells Fargo

 “I have worked with David as a peer as well as a customer. He has always been the most reliable, honest and hard working peers or vendors to have on a team. He always makes sure the customer knows exactly what they need to solve any magnitude of problems and makes sure the plan for resolution is followed through in a timely and cost effective manner. David is always striving to find the best solution to any problem....he is one of the Good Guys.” December 22, 2008

David Frederick , Project Manager / Corporate Properties group , Wells Fargo

worked directly with David at AIRWORX-AC, Inc

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Nations Home Warranty Director of Operations 3/93-10/99

New business venture working with ownership group to set up new residential home warranty company. Developed original warranty policy setting binding standards and limitations of liability, facilitated licensing through the Texas Real Estate commission. Hired and managed full staff of 30 customer service and marketing reps. Implemented and managed independent computer programming staff in the design of database to meet state requirements allowing for processing of claims. Negotiated pricing and wrote contracts with sub contractors, introduced “per contract pricing” standard to ease cash flow. Located and assisted in negotiation of new office lease, build out, and network set up of new NHW office.

• Manage Department Heads

• Over site of all sub contractors (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pest, pool, irrigation, and foundation) assuring proper interpretation of contract

• Point of contact for Texas Real Estate commission over site

• Dispute resolution between the warranty company and customers to include inquiries from the state, mediation, and any law actions

• Representation of the company with professional organizations such as Board of Realty, Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau, Leadership Dallas, duties also included serving / presiding over charitable committees such as “Paint the Town”

MILITARY

United States Army Specialist US Army (Engineering) 11/88-5/92

EDUCATION

• US Army Transportation School

• US Army Airborne School

• US Army Combat Medic Certification

• Continued Education: OSCHA 10 hour, Leadership Dallas, EPA Refrigerant Certification, Microsoft Office, Fundamentals of Project Management, EXPESITE project software, Microsoft Projects.

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