Darlaine Depradines
10203 Birdie Lane
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 499-0026
darlainem[at]msn.com
Dear Sir/Madam:
From the first day I began managing project remodeling home and/or fit-outs in construction, I have consistently realized my objective of bringing every single project in on time and under budget. However, I have never believed that meeting those criteria alone was good enough. If you agree that well-managed projects should exceed customers' expectations in terms of quality and service, we should talk.
To help you learn more about my track record, I have enclosed my résumé. While it illustrates my experience what it cannot communicate is my dedication. My professional creed includes:
• Pride in the quality in all the projects I run, and a willingness to personally sort out even the most menial tasks to remove project obstacles and get the job done.
• Ability to envision how specific parts of the project should look and flow, and communicate those ideas to architects, engineers, designers, and upper management, always with positive results.
• Expertise in blueprint assessment and collaborating with architects throughout the course of a job to point out oversights that would unnecessarily consume the client's time and money.
• Working closely with subcontractors in making sure the project runs smoothly submitting any and all RFI required as well as tracking the budgets for each project.
• Skilled in building lasting relationships with homeowners and our Subcontracts not to mention getting the best possible pricing from vendors.
• Excellent skills in guiding and motivating the people I work with.
Based on my experience and strong commitment to getting the job done, I know I will add significant value to your team. I look forward to discussing my capabilities in more detail, and am available for a personal interview at your convenience. I know you are busy, and have many applications to review, so please let me know if you wish to further discuss your requirements and my ability to meet them.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Darlaine Depradines
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a challenging contract where I can utilize my expertise and make an
immediate impact by ensuring maximum utilization of current skills.
.EXPERIENCE:
04/04 -10/09 DCM Contractors, Inc. ~ Bowie, MD
Project Manager
Oversees and directs construction management. Communicates directly if required, with contractors’ designers concerning contracts, project cost, staffing and scheduling. Prepares projects status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specification. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Forecasts project costs. Helps determine necessary resources for projects based on cost estimates. Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists. Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for projects, such as planning, organizing and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors and determining cost effectiveness. Responsible for pre-bidding walk-through before bidding on projects.
09/06 - 12/08 Cook & Sons, LLC ~ Washington, DC
Part time ~ Bookkeeper
Keeps records of financial transactions for establishment, using calculator and computer: Verifies, allocates, and posts details of business transactions to subsidiary accounts in computer files from documents, such as sales slips, invoices, receipts, check stubs, and computer printouts. Summarizes details in computer files and transfers data to general ledger, using calculator or computer. Reconciles and balances accounts. May compile reports to show statistics, such as cash receipts and expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, profit and loss, and other items pertinent to operation of business. May calculate employee wages from time cards and prepare checks for payment of wages. mail monthly statements to customers. Processed records such as Accounts-Receivable and Accounts-Payable.
Darlaine dePradines
Resume
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8/02 - 03/04 M&M Builders Inc.~ Manassas, VA
General Manager
Schedule Work for Crews Responsible for Payroll, Accounts Payable/Receivable using Quick Books Pro. Working with all subcontractors Preparing Estimates, Quotations, Invoices & Some Customer Design Work. Responsible for office personnel & work crews Generating Outgoing Correspondence to Other companies & clients. Responsible for Making Deposits, Responsible scheduling for installations and pickups In charge of interviewing all potential new hires. Proficient in the following programs: Excel 2000, Word 2000, 2003, Quick Books Pro 2003 Corel, BSE Software (Construction), Project Calculator, PowerPoint, Print Shop Master.
01/94 - 07/02 R Contractors - Orlando, Florida
Project Manager
Direct and manage project development from beginning to end. Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members in a timely and clear fashion. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis. Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals. Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company. Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments if necessary during project cycle. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas. Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work. Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
Darlaine dePradines
Resume
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EDUCATION:
Clara Barton High School for Health Professions ~ Brooklyn, NY
Received HS Diploma & Certificate in Medical Science
Center for Innovative Training and Education (CITE of Buck County) - Bristol, PA
Curriculum: Production typing, Electronic Calculator usage, Alphabetical/Numerical filing, Modern Office Procedure, Business English, Microcomputer, Office Activities, and Oral Communications
St. Petersburg Junior College, Now St. Petersburg College ~ St. Petersburg, FL
Course work in Business Administration ~ Did not Complete
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