Project Coordinator
Resume:
PATRICE GRECO
***** ***** ********* #***, ********** Beach, California 92648
*********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Accomplished, competent, and detail-oriented management professional with
broad experience in project management; proficient in needs assessment and
developing sound resolution to critical issues. Proactive achiever and team
player; proven expertise in establishing goals, utilizing available resources,
and motivating teams to achieve a common goal. Highly adept at performing
multiple tasks effectively within tight deadlines through exceptional time
management skills. Articulate communicator, adept at providing first-rate
customer service. Instrumental in developing and implementing project work
plans. Skilled at ensuring completeness of project documentation and
identifying business development opportunities related to a specific project.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Project Implementation and Administration
- Managed efforts to successfully pass building and safety inspections
- Directed full spectrum of project, from inception to completion,
ensuring compliance with strict codes
- Generated quarterly project updates and budget reports for investors
- Developed budget and implemented project accounting using QuickBooks
to pay subcontractors, manage payroll for full time workers, and maintain
compliance within budget
Relationship Management
- Dealt with vendors and oversaw specification, purchasing, and
installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment in accordance with codes
- Single-handedly managed all investor relations and orchestrated
investor events including catered affairs
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Fenix Cosmetics, Inc., Irvine, CA
PROJECT EDUCATOR (Independent Contractor) APR 2005-AUG 2006
- Visited numerous beauty colleges and educated students regarding the
scientific process of skin aging and product details
- Utilized effective visual aids and materials in presenting the effects
of the sun on the skin and discussing types of radiation and how to protect
and slow down signs of aging
- Assumed full responsibility in promoting products and demonstrating
various benefits of every ingredient
- Participated in various trade shows and surpassed expectations in
successfully improving product awareness
West Dermatology, Newport Beach, CA
RECEPTIONIST JAN 2002-NOV 2004
- Provided assistance in the successful transition of newly acquired
office and supported staff in adapting to the corporate structure
- Demonstrated exceptional performance in handling phone calls,
coordinating schedules, verifying insurance, as well as collecting co-pays and
checking patients in and out
- Led and trained staff on corporate policy; performed initial screening
for all applicants and recommended the best candidates for staffing
- Functioned as the product consultant in charge of advising patients on
skin assessment and recommending appropriate products
- Monitored inventory levels, negotiated with vendors, and facilitated
staff training to enhance overall efficiency
- Established loyal patient base and coordinated efforts to achieve
bottom-line goals
Restaurant Halie, LLC, Pasadena, CA
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR DEC 2000-JAN 2002
- Played a significant role in directing all project phases to transform
a vacant historical building into a restaurant
- Conducted research to acquire city building codes and collaborated
with city inspectors to ensure compliance with proper guidelines and best
practices
- Worked with subcontractors, artists, and designers in all phases of
the construction
Project Administrator continued…
- Directed the design and construction initiatives as well as developed
comprehensive construction schedules
- Performed assessment of contracts before letting the owner sign and
maintained all paperwork related to the project
- Spearheaded human resource functions for 10 employees throughout the
project and facilitated interviewing and hiring of staff
- Implemented business plan and supported diverse functions involving
marketing, public relations, as well as media designs, logos, and image
development
- Organized and executed several charity events and other major events
with more than 300 attendees
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Baumer Electric, Ltd., Farmington, CT
DISTRICT SALES MANAGER (Southern California and Arizona territory) SEPT
1999-NOV 2000
Electric Switches, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
ACCOUNT MANAGER AUG 1990-AUG 1999
EDUCATION
PROFESSIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR DESIGN | IN PROGRESS
University of Los Angeles Extension, Los Angeles, CA
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MICROBIOLOGY
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Dale Carnegie Sales Training | Steve Covey Time Management Training
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook and Project), QuickBooks, Adobe
Illustrator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, and ACT!
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Interior Designers (Student Chapter)
International Interior Design Association (Student Chapter)
ACTIVITIES
Board Member and Treasurer | Willmore City Heritage Association, Long Beach,
CA
- Incorporated financial records into QuickBooks and generated quarterly
financial reports
- Played a key role in fundraising activities and several beautification
projects, including planting government donated trees, designing neighborhood
gardens in vacant lots, and arranging historical street signs
- Contributed in a major project to rescue, relocate, and restore a turn
of the century home which generated $17,000 for the association
Neighborhood Volunteer | Department of Code Enforcement, Long Beach, CA
- Supported in beautifying the city and ensuring accountability of
absentee landlords for tenants and properties
- Prepared and presented weekly reports to a city official
Big Sister Volunteer | Fort Collin, CO
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