MELANIE M. KARIDIS
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Sacramento CA 95835 *******.*********@*****.***
SUMMARY: Project Manager with a diverse background and proven 16 years of construction, design and organizational expertise. Experience with commercial, residential, healthcare and all types of tenant improvement projects.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Plans, organizes, and completes multiple projects in the shortest, most efficient manner
Manages time lines and budgets by analyzing, designing, and implementing cost-effective operations
Excels in establishing project goals and objectives making effective use of all available resources
Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out projects and creates supporting continuous improvement processes
Displays a strong personal commitment to successful completion of all projects from inception to deployment
Possesses excellent communication and organizational skills
Develops and fosters business partnerships with internal and external customers
Functions both independently and within a team to accomplish goals
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Elder Caregiver 2010 - Present
Petaluma, California
Managing all finances
Provide companionship, care and support
Preparing and presenting meals
Provide health and wellness support
Scheduling and transportation of all medical appointments and errands
Maintenance of inside and outside the home
Project Manager 2004 – 2010
Sutter Health, Sacramento, CA
Facilitated project management services for design and construction activities ensuring project completion on schedule and within budgetary and quality requirements
Established accurate and well-communicated implementation procedures
Provided direction for development, migration, and integration activities
Utilized standards for cost estimating, project scheduling, and reporting
Ensured effective communications and a collaborative work environment
Demonstrated commitment to total quality management through knowledge of its precepts, skillful workplace applications and continuous organization improvement
Served as liaison between vendors and internal personnel
Project Administrator/Project Engineer/Executive Assistant 2001 – 2004
Hearn Construction, Vacaville, CA
Designed and utilized database system of job specific requirements used by all project staff
Conducted estimating and marketing research
Administered pre-construction including Design Build and Development Projects
Assistant Project Manager/Field Engineer/Warranty Manager 1998 – 2001
Douglas Ross Construction, Inc., Palo Alto, CA
Maintained early project budgeting
Managed all warranty calls for residential and commercial properties
Acted as liaison between Project Manager, Owner, and Superintendent
Education:
Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA - 1993
Associate of Arts - Psychology
UC Davis Extension - Project Management - 2006