Over 20 years diverse expertise impacting virtually every facet of large scale commercial construction, with a keen sense for collaborating with all contributors to the construction process, including engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, owners, construction managers, inspectors, etc. Uniquely positioned to manage projects through expertise in design, coordination of trades, issue resolution, “best practices†in both construction and engineering, budget management, schedules and milestones, change orders and safety. Extensive experience in commercial, residential, retail, mixed use, high rise, institutional, educational, hospitality, medical, military, and warehouse construction.
STRENGTHS/KNOWLEDGE/KEY SKILLS
Estimating and scheduling
Procurement, reconciliation, and requisitions
Feasibility studies and analysis
Budget management and forecasting
Business plan development
Engineering drafting and design
Contracts and Specifications
Systems design (Plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, Electric & security)
Green Building (LEED & Energy Alternatives)
Commissioning & Energy Audits
Risk management and assessment
Safety management and quality control
OSHA 30, Sediment Erosion Control, Hazardous Waste, N.F.P.A. 16/L.L. 10 certifications
Supervision of technical and non-technical staff
Compliance expert in safety, insurance, labor practice, code, and design
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY
Eliminated need for infrastructure upgrades by developing a novel Basement Construction Access Plan.
Reduced yearly water usage costs by 86% through usage analysis and eliminating waste.
Assisted in the modification of the VFD requirements for installation of the NYC Con Edison Apple Rebate program. Original program requirements did not address system bypasses, which nullified energy reductions when the proper controls were not in place.
Increased efficiency and productivity of hotel staff by developing dual language documentation.
Fast-tracked a 36-floor fit-out through development of logistics plan utilizing a team of 1700 and simultaneously constructing on 12 floors. Plan tracked item changes in power, communication, and data requirements.
Managed construction for 300,000 square foot distribution center which included conveyors, motors, robotics, computerized tracking and processing system.
Executed an HVAC system performance study for residential dwellings of various types and sizes, analyzing construction costs, maintenance issues, life cycle costs, energy efficiency, and user friendliness.
Identified tel-data needs for a 36-story building fit-out. Devised coordinate plan to track multiple raised floor power and data design, changes, and installations meeting customer requirements and expectations for build and future management tracking.
Directed the overhaul of hotel laundry facility, incorporating new and existing equipment, taking into consideration staffing, loading and transport between pickup and delivery to suites for 600+ rooms.
Originated system to monitor and coordinate owner requirements for utility connections, type, size, connection, and location orientation on Floor Plan.
Expedited a construction project that, at its midway point, was 15% over budget and behind schedule. Completed the project on-time and with a profit margin between 2.5% and 3%.
Developed site safety specific manuals, contracts and Request for Proposals from pre-construction through closeout; recovered $100,000 for conversion project.
Supervised diverse groups of technical and non-technical personnel including subcontractors for construction, administrative and field support, and engineering design.
Administered Insurance Claim Remediation in six-story dwelling fire destruction, providing staff supervision, material delivery, and roof replacement within 5 days of incident.
Audited and verified over 200+ rebate applications for lighting and equipment efficiency upgrades.
Designed plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, controls, electric, fire alarm, and security systems.
Solicited and qualified all trades for scope and project requirements including Landlord / Building regulations and logistics.
Finalized all requirements for vendor selections and drafted contract requirements in their entirety.
Integrated procurement of subcontractors, administration of the submittal and coordination processes, managing the delivery of materials and equipment within time constraints, managing all financial and installation issues.
Integrated automated conveyors and robotics, metal rack and support assemblies, with state of the art Mechanical, Controls, Electric, Fire Alarm, IT, Security, and Loading dock distribution systems.
Reduced project overruns by 53% by delineating costs and correcting expenditure classification.
REPRESENTATIVE COMPANIES
DKS/Projex Construction, New York (2005 – Present)
Jacobs/VN Engineers, New York (2007 – 2008)
Gale Construction, Florham Park, New Jersey (2003 – 2005)
Jeffrey M. Brown, New York/Pennsylvania (2001 – 2003)
Turner Construction, New York (2000 – 2001)
Kajima Construction Services, New Jersey (1998 – 2000)
First Choice Construction, New York (1996 – 1998)
Doral Inn, New York (1995 - 1996)
Phelps Memorial Hospital, New York (1992 – 1994)
Sverdrup Corporation, New York (1983 – 1988)
Segner & Dalton, New York (1979 – 1983)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, Manhattan College
Alumni, Bronx High School of Science
studying for certifications: (NABCEP, LEED)
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