Project Manager Sales

SAIMA ELAHI

*** ********** ****, *** # *****

Etobicoke, ON M9W 7J4

(Cell) 416-***-****

**********@*******.***

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OBJECTIVE

Seeking to be a part of a progressive company where I can utilize my current skills and past experiences to execute a potential position in Project Management

EXPERIENCE

Consultant Mar. ’10 - May ‘10

National Reprographics Incorporated (NRI) (New York City, NY)

• Assessed NRI’s staff for their overall performance in various categories

• Interviewed NRI staff to assess their capabilities within the company for the department

• Advised the executive team on new methods to better their project management abilities

• Provided a full report on each area of the department where improvements were needed

• Provided a full report on each staff member and their suitability for potential opportunities within the company

• Provided NRI with a future roadmap of how to move forward and continue to grow a profitable business including training, equipment, sales and marketing initiatives and staffing recommendations

Project Manager/ Account Manager Aug. ‘07 – Jan. ‘10

Entire Imaging Solutions Inc www.entireimaging.com

Mississauga, Ontario

• Understood and effectively communicated the application of Entire Imaging Solution’s investment in technology and services to customer situations

• Conducted Lunch & Learn meetings to understand needs of clients, as well as provide them with samples and quotes

• Prepared/Managed Quotes and RFQ’S

• Monitored costs and budgets to provide clients with on time deliveries, as well as cost effective solutions

• Provided staff scheduling for on time completion of projects as well as estimated completion of projects

• Strategically grew business for provided accounts by expanding contact list in each account, looking for opportunities, and providing suitable solutions

• Created customized marketing collateral to target key clients

• Provided input on new ideas that may lead to improvements in Entire Imaging Solutions product suite

• Consulted and trained team members on new technology whilst strategizing on potential future opportunities

• Grew existing business in accounts by expanding their understanding and use of the products offered by Entire

• Initiated, co-ordinate and participated in seminars and trade shows

• Prepared speeches and participated in public speaking seminars, to further repute the company and services

• Kept management and production advised on the status of opportunities and production workload

• Had direct contact with clients keeping them updated on progress, problems, completion of jobs, and most importantly, consulting on the most efficient ways of completing jobs

Project Manager/ RP Specialist Sept. ‘06 – Jan. ‘10

Entire Imaging Solutions Inc.

Mississauga, Ontario

• Managed confidential design and construction projects for large firms such as IBI group, Lovat, Zeidler partnership, WZMH, Hydro one, OPG, and more

• Attended seminars as a guest speaker demonstrating to AEC members the true value of using Revit and 3D printing in their workflow process

• Managed and trained employees in the department as well as provided scheduling for on time delivery of projects

• Monitored costs and budgets to provide clients with on time deliveries, as well as cost effective solutions

• Attended training courses to enhance expertise in computerized 3D modeling and improve efficiency to produce more accurate and error free models

• Maintained a close working relationship with all clients whilst providing them with proper input and updates on projects

• Troubleshoot issues live with architects, engineers, and designers to determine the best possible solution to individual projects

• Converted files for accurate production of 3D models using various software: magics, Rhino, SketchUp, Revit architecture, Auto CAD, as well as some 3D studio Max

• Manipulated 2D floor plans and elevations by converting them manually into 3D files using Revit software, AutoCAD as well as rhino 3D software

• Finished and designed parts and models for presentation offices of condominiums

• Airbrushed models for desired colorization, as well as assembly of certain models

• Created customized fittings within 3D file for models to be accurately assembled

Interior Design Consultant/Sales Manager Mar ’02- Sept ‘08

Drapery Fabric Design

Brampton, Ontario

• Provided day to day interior design consultations to clients and designers

• Managed the work room for on time delivery as well as updated clients on orders

• Consulted with clients about budgets and met their requirements

• Managed / trained employees while meeting deadlines on a day to day basis

• Generated and increase sales by an average of 6%-10% each year

• Provided in home and on site interior design consultation to clients to better repute and maintain the business

• Coordinated meetings and events for potential clients also as a part of marketing the company products & services

• Attended tradeshows to keep up to date with current trends

• Provided furniture/paint/colour and flooring consultations

• Drafted floor plans, and drawings to better demonstrate to clients their final product

Real Estate Sales Representative Nov. ‘04 – Sept. ‘06

Brampton, Ontario

• Trained juniors on commercial real estate

• Organized sales meetings between sales reps to grow skills and share knowledge

• Designed marketing materials for prospecting, marketing & advertising

• Achieved top lister of the month for 2 months consecutively

• Held and sold commercial and residential listings

• Provided interior design services to clients (drafting floor plans, furniture consultations, and paint consultations)

• Consulted with clients about their specific needs to provide them with the best home/property

EDUCATION

Sheridan College May ‘05

Interior design Diploma

Real Estate Council of Ontario Nov ‘05

Phase 1, 2, 3 Residential and Commercial

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office 2000 +, Ms Dos, Windows XP, Lotus Notes, Configuration and Installation of Software, Outlook, Power Point

• Excellent skills with AEC software such as, Rhino, Revit Architecture, AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3D studio Max, Photoshop, Magics, Zprint, Objet

CERTIFICATES

• AutoCad training, Advanced – Toronto, ON 2007

• Rhino 3D Modeling Certificate, Advanced – Markham, ON 2007

• Magics software Certificate, Basic – Detroit, MI 2006

• Magics software Certificate, Advanced – Detroit, MI 2007

• Sketchup Training – Toronto, ON 2007

• Rapid Technologies Additive Manufacturing Professional– Louisville, KY 2007

• Strategic Selling Training course- 2008

• Autodesk Revit architecture Training, Intermediate – Toronto, ON 2009

SUCESSES

• AutoCad Tutor 1st and 2nd year design students - 2003-2005

• Guest Speaker Materialise Innovation Forum – Belgium 2008

• 3rd prize, Pyramid Award Winner- Belgium 2008

• Guest Speaker Revit User Group Meeting – Toronto, ON 2008

• Guest Speaker RAPID- Chicago, IL 2009

• Workshop Speaker Architectural Track RAPID- Chicago, IL 2009

• Guest Speaker Mohawk College – Hamilton, ON 2010

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Self-motivated, driven, resourceful individual

• Capacity to function as a team member

• Good negotiation and resolution skills

• Proactive problem-solving and analytical ability to make decisions in a timely manner

• Project management and research skills

• Able to accept criticism and deal with rejection

• Dynamic, tactful, resilient, organized

• Creative individual who is able to see the big picture and think “outside of the box”

• Enjoy Bringing solutions and new ideas to produce and increase business

• Strong Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

REFERENCES

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