Position as Site or project manager in which extensive experience in the Store Planning / Construction field, creative ability and high standard of work ethic, will contribute to enhancing company presentation and development standards.
JIM MILLIGAN
4545 Signal Ridge Court – Buford, Georgia – 30518 – (404) 536-6094 – jim.milligan2[at]gmail.com
BACKGROUND SUMMARY
Extensive experience as a Project Manager / Manager in which I have managed and/or directed the planning, budgeting, scheduling and construction implementation of retail construction projects for various corporate offices, aviation retail stores and Landlord owned retail assets/properties. I have been responsible for controlling capital expenditure budgets for sales getting, construction and facility management projects with consistent under budget and early completion results. Experience includes designing and implementing highly successful coffee shops and innovative Hair/Nail Salons within various retail environments. Proficient in organization, communication and many software programs (including AutoCAD and Microsoft Project). I have continually shown throughout my career a high standard of work ethic and creative ability which has contributed to improving revenue, operational standards and efficiency of work scope with the Companies I have been associated with.
CAREER HISTORY
TALBOT CONSTRUCTION INC. Feb. 2009 to Present
Project Manager, Superintendent
• Contract positions as project and site manager for various public school renovation projects
• Contract consultant responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities within the construction field.
• Involved in bid and estimate process as well as contact person for clients and assigned project managers.
DEVELOPERS DIVERSIFIED REALTY 2007 to Jan. 2009
Tenant Coordinator/Project Manager, Owner and Operator of Retail Shopping Centers
• Manage and coordinate the construction, remodel, build-out and/or delivery of demised retail spaces for large national and various local retail vendors for the states of Georgia and Florida.
• Develop and manage project budgets based on cost estimation, bid analysis, coordinated lease specifications and project construction requirements. Oversee related budgets and expense cost.
• Work as Landlord agent for all facets of tenant occupation to include communication with Tenants representatives, legal coordination and any/all state and local governing ordinances in order to assure a smooth and speedy occupation of tenant desired retail premises. Manage the preparation of all scheduling and definition of scope of work for specifications of Landlord and/or tenant work
• Contract and manage the services of A & E firms to develop high quality construction documentation for bid and final construction approval. Contract and manage all Construction Contractors, to ensure timely completion with the result of a high quality end product.
• Manage, coordinate and ensure receipt of all documentation necessary in the beginning and closing of a completed project.
THE PARADIES SHOPS 2005 to 2007
Construction Project Manager, Airport Vendor in retail, news, gifts and branded clothing
• Develop and maintain project budgets based on bid analysis, buy-out negotiations and estimation of interdepartmental purchasing and incidentals. Manage and coordinate all facets of construction and remodel projects
• Work with landlord and/or site management authority on preparation and scheduling of construction project. Oversee jobsites and coordinate all trades to provide a safe and effective work environment to ensure a high quality standard of morale and work relations.
• Manage, maintain and control project schedules, budgets, expense cost and documentation connected with beginning and closing a completed project.
• Contract and manage all Construction Contractors, millwork and buy-out programs to ensure timely completion with the result of a high quality end product.
FEDERATED DEPARTMENT STORES 1998 to 2005
Store Planning Project Manager, Macy’s Central Stores (Formerly Rich’s-Lazarus-Goldsmith’s)
• Plan, develop and manage Men's merchandise categories, assigned total store renovations, sales getting programs and capital expenditure budget. Analyze space, evaluate merchandise capacity, and compare budget to return on investment. Prepare and present finalized high quality plans and scope of work to principals for review and/or approval
• Integrate design elements with space requirements to achieve high quality retail shopping environment. Develop and coordinate national brand vendor shop designs and proposals. Manage vendor shop and fixture programs to ensure successful and timely installation.
• Contract and manage the services of A & E firms to develop high quality construction documentation for bid and final construction approval.
MERCANTILE STORES COMPANY INC (Gayfers /Maison Blanche) 1983 to 1998
Manager of Store Planning/Design and Construction, 1986 to 1998
• Budgeted, estimated and controlled all capital expenditures, store remodels, department renovations, fixturing, interior design update or enhancement and facility management on Regional Group level. Worked with architectural and interior design firms on exterior and interior design specifications, construction development and bid proposals.
• Controlled and coordinated all aspects of development, design and implementation of fixturing, furniture and specialty shop concepts with in-store vendor designers (i.e., Polo, Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, Clinique, etc.)
Manager Trainee, C.J. Gayfers & Co. Marketing Department 1985 to 1986
• Supervised Layout Department
MILITARY
ALABAMA NATIONAL GUARD 1985 to 1992
Lieutenant, Signal Corps
UNITED STATES ARMY 1975 to 1978
Sergeant E-5, 24th Infantry Division
Signal Battalion supervisor of field company communications and electronics support unit.
EDUCATION
AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY, Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts 1983 to 1985
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
INSTITUTE OF STORE PLANNERS,
Chairman of Atlanta Chapter Dec 2004 to Dec 2006
President of Atlanta Chapter Dec 2002 to Dec 2004
Professional member and International Board delegate Dec 2000 to Dec 2002
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