I am seeking a senior management/project management position in a construction management firm, general contractor or a corporation. My
resume will provide you an overview of my more than 25 years of experience in positions such as CEO, Executive Branch Manager, Senior Project Manager and Project Superintendent. I possess extensive experience in all facets of construction and project management at the field and executive level with a proven track record in retail and restaurant construction management with total project costs exceeding $10 million. I have an stablished list of corporate account contacts in construction management, as I have managed and directed projects for several national restaurant and retail chains.
CAREER OVERVIEW/SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS:
Accomplished construction management, development, project management and general contracting professional with more than 25 years of experience directing and overseeing multi-million dollar, high-profile and complex
commercial, public and industrial projects with ground up experience in construction project management and strategic advisement and planning. Specialized experience in retail and restaurant construction.
Effectively combines expertise in construction program/project management with business management, legal and regulatory compliance, architecture &
engineering, IT infrastructure and finance.
Highly-skilled in due diligence, budgeting, contracting, value engineering, EMS design, capital allocation, risk management and business development.
History of success and excellent reputation in the construction industry with the ability to act within several areas of the business. Outstanding ability to
solve project design, scheduling and sequencing problems.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
LORIENT CONSTRUCTION, Plainfield, Illinois
National commercial and industrial general contractor and construction management firm.
Chief Executive Officer, 2003 to Present
Full operational, strategic steering and business development responsibility for full cycle bid/negotiation and oversight for ground up retail and restaurant projects of up to $10 million, while concurrently managing
commercial development, remodeling and construction projects from concept through completion. Secured and manage several national chain restaurant
accounts, including California Pizza Kitchen, PF Chang’s China Bistro, Biaggi’s and McCormick & Schmicks.
Assembled, trained and direct a top producing, core leadership team of 26 comprised of an executive committee, superintendents, project managers,
senior project managers, controller and managers in safety, warranty and administration. Bottom line oversight for P&L, profit margins, talent development, marketing, advertising, media buying, public relations, human resources, compliance, process improvement, capital allocation and business
development. Spearhead due diligence, brand equity analyses and market assessment (opportunities, vertical markets, competitors).
Key Projects/Summary of Accomplishments:
Grew company into a high quality construction management firm and general contractor with more than $40 million in annual revenue and a staff of 26 professionals with a strong national corporate client base with project experience in 22 states.
Projects: California Pizza Kitchen: CA, CO, IL, NE; PF Chang’s China Bistro:
CA, IL, MN, MI, MA, MO, VA, OH, PA; McCormick & Schmicks: TX; Biaggi’s: IL, MI, MN; Lou Malnati’s: Lakewood/Chicago, IL; Rock Bottom Brewery: Orland
Park/Lombard, IL; The Yard House: FL; White Chocolate Grill: IL, CO.
Target, source, negotiate contracts and manage construction management clients; conduct direct solicitation, needs analysis and proposal development and coordinate all aspects of clients’ construction projects at the senior executive level. Leverage proficiency in construction project planning,
costing, codes, EMS systems, finance, legal, compliance, engineering, IT
infrastructure and quality to ensure design quality, hire contractors, negotiate contracts, meet budget/timeline goals, limit change orders, reduce costs, implement value engineering strategies and ensure compliance
(structural, environmental, federal).
State Certified Qualifier: California, Florida, Mississippi, Virginia and Connecticut.
National commercial general contractor and construction management firm, which grew from $15 million in annual revenue in 1993 to more than $500
million in 2003. Charged with planning and directing start up of company’s Chicago branch office and held full oversight for numerous restaurant and
retail construction projects ranging from $1 to $3 million.
General Manager/Senior Project Manager (Chicago Satellite Office), 1995 to 2003
Project Superintendent, 1993 to 1995
Promoted to orchestrate full executive planning and execution to open company’s Chicago branch office with project, financial and P&L oversight for all phases of construction, including foundations/slabs (20,000 SF+),
masonry walls, precast concrete structures, column erection and formwork for structural reinforced concrete. Led all areas of bidding, contract negotiations, labor management, staffing and business development.
Key Projects/Summary of Accomplishments:
Grew Chicago office into a profitable business unit with a team of one project manager, two assistant project managers and administrators.
Oversaw planning, design, construction, contracts, inspections and quality:
reviewed drawings, floor plans and schematics; prepared master schedules and budgets; secured municipal approvals; facilitated OAC meetings; coordinated utilities; managed bidding and contracting; allocated budgets;
audited invoices; closed contracts.
Led site analyses, regulatory compliance, financial management, value engineering and construction oversight ensuring a profitable business unit.
Commercial general contractor with more than $10 million in annual revenue.
Project Manager, 1991 to 1993
Held total operational, planning and oversight responsibility for numerous public works projects ranging from $1-$3 million; successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously. Worked directly with village officials prior to, during and following projects; filled a public relations manager role with
direct accountability for responding to potential and existing negative community relations. Audited and approved all invoices prior to payment.
DAKS CONSTRUCTION, Lockport, Illinois
Project Manager, 1986 to 1991
Managed projects from initial bid through final quality check for various public and private works projects, including retail center construction and build out. Orchestrated all aspects of due diligence, planning, estimating,
bidding, permitting and budgeting from concept to completion. Planned, scheduled, oversaw and monitored all subcontractors and utility companies.
EDUCATION:
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, Ames, Iowa :Construction Engineering
ELMHURST COLLEGE, Elmhurst, Illinois :Executive Business Management Program
COMPUTERS:
Proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Project and numerous construction management programs.
CERTIFICATIONS:
LEED AP
Licensed Qualified: CA, FL, MS, VA
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