I am seeking a position in which I may apply successful achievements and experience in retail commercial construction and project management.
Frederick A. Snyder
1165 Sandalwood Lane
Crystal lake, IL 60014
815-814-8123
SUMMARY
Accomplished Retail Construction Professional with in-depth knowledge of project management in
both new and remodel facilities. Versed in scope and detailed budgeting, financial control,
development planning, construction contract negotiations, bidding procedures and project
accounting. Proven record of reducing costs and controlling budgets. Ability to meet customers
needs and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION, Hoffman Estates, IL 2002-Mar 2009
Construction Manager 2007-2009
Responsible for managing the design and implementation of a new retail store format in 52 stores
across 10 States.
* Met or exceeded all project milestones including bringing in overall project at 9% under budget.
* Developed design criteria and consulted with architects to develop prototype construction
documents.
* Created outline for overall project identifying specific milestones, budget, resources,
reporting and deadlines.
* Provided analysis and budget forecasts for geographic specific stores.
* Reviewed and approved construction documents.
* Identified as subject matter expert for managing lease negotiations resulting in significant
savings
including one situation resulting in a savings of $25,000 in utilities.
* Indirectly managed 6 Field Project Managers including providing leadership, problem resolution
and performance management.
Architectural Planning Manager 2005-2007
* Responsible for pre-construction document preparation utilizing in house CAD Technicians and
Architects as well as outside consultants.
* Coordinated Architectural and Construction activities with Developers on Special Projects.
* Developed a standard format for use in due diligence reports and project survey adopted by
nationwide construction field organization.
* Selected to manage construction of a new e-Commerce facility in Chicago with a budget of
$2,200,000,
15,000 square feet and 150 workstations. Met or exceeded project milestones from initiation
to occupancy in 4 months, at 5% under budget.
Construction Project Manager 2002-2005
* Developed and managed capital budgets in excess of $10 million for various store construction
projects.
* Responsible for total project accountability from construction document preparation, budgeting,
bid and contract award to project completion.
SNELLING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, Dallas, TX 2001-2002
Construction Project Manager
Worked under a contract with Sears, Roebuck and Co.
* Performed ADA compliance reviews and certification at new stores.
HOMELIFE FURNITURE CORPORATION, Hoffman Estates, IL 2000-2001
Director of Facility Planning and Construction
* Developed and managed capital budgets in excess of $20 million for new and remodeled stores.
* Coordinated and directed merchandise planning, construction and fixture purchasing for 130
nationwide stores.
* Directed all store construction from initial site planning to store openings.
* Coordinated activities for professional employees and consultants. Developed design
criteria and prototype construction documents for stores.
* Achieved $240,000 in savings per new store by implementing contract disciplines and procedures.
* Prepared all bid proposal documents; performed negotiations and award of contracts.
Approved final construction documents to insure compliance with brand image and design criteria.
SEARS ROEBUCK and CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 1973-1999
Construction Project Manager 1995-1999
* Managed construction for 50 new Sears specialty stores.
* Prepared initial cost estimates and final construction costs; accountable for scope definition.
* Developed design criteria and prototype drawings for Sears Hardware format.
* Selected as Project Manager on Sears new home furnishings format store, The Great Indoors.
* Recipient of Sears Specialty Store 1998 Outstanding Service Award.
* Developed a standard format for project kickoffs, observation and turnover.
Environmental Project Manager 1993-1995
* Managed the procedures for the process of disposal of hazardous materials for all Sears
facilities.
* Simplified and managed the process for annual maintenance and repair of oil and water
separators for Sears automotive facilities.
* Assured compliance with all hazardous waste reporting.
Project Management (PMP), Washington University, Washington DC
Managing Projects and Scheduling and Cost Control
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, U.S. Cost Success
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