Attached is my Resume of Qualifications for your review. I am an accomplished Senior Manager seeking a challenging opportunity with a high value company, in an Executive or Senior Level position. After carefully reading all your position requirements, I believe strongly that with my experience and background, I would bring the complete Leadership, Managerial, Marketing and Technical job requirements that this position is seeking.
I am a results oriented and visionary Senior Manager with decisive and effective leadership skills, in addition to experience in contract administration, policy making, strategy planning, scheduling and budget and cost management. Possess an outstanding understanding for client satisfaction with effective client communication and negotiation skills. I am willing to relocate, willing to travel as needed to accomplish corporate or company goals, and I speak, read, and write Spanish fluently and with facility.
My resume highlights my career with emphasis on my 20 years of Airport/Aviation experience, including Strategic Program Management, Project Management, and Construction Management skills. Demonstrated strengths in Fiscal Budget Development, Contract Negotiations, Dispute and Claims Resolution. I have managed large scale Master Plan or Expansion Projects in excess of $500 million from beginning through final completion, while leading highly qualified teams of Architects, Engineers, Construction Managers, or Consultant Construction Management Firms through project feasibility, design development, construct ability review, construction, final inspections, and client move-in.
Just a few of the mixed use projects handled, include; Runway and Taxiway Expansion Projects, Hyatt Hotel East, Hyatt Hotel West Renovations, American Airlines Terminal Expansion (this included extensive retail and restaurant construction), Terminal 4E Expansion, Extensive Roadway and Bridge Projects, Air Traffic Control Towers and Terminal Asbestos Abatement.
All of this accomplished with ongoing and security operations at the second busiest airport in the world.
As reflected in my resume, after being selected to an Executive Training Program, I spent the last three years in an Executive marketing position, marketing the DFW Airport worldwide while traveling with DFW Airport’s CEO and COO, both the Mayors of Dallas and Fort Worth, city officials, local Chambers of Commerce, and making promotional presentations to large audiences, so I am very familiar in dealing with high profile, professional and political arenas.
As for personal attributes, I have strong interpersonal & relationship management skills, including the ability to instill trust, motivate and mentor others. High energy, proactive, detail oriented, with a very strong work ethic and a no nonsense “get the job done” attitude. Dedicated, trust worthy with unquestionable integrity, and a strong commitment and passion to every endeavor undertaken.
I am confident that I would be an excellent candidate and would be a formidable asset to your organization. Thank you in advance for your consideration, and please call me at 817-360-7922 if you require any additional information.
With Regards,
Franco Guevara
Franco Guevara
Cell: 817-360-7922
VICE PRESIDENT – SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
AIRPORT / CONSTRUCTION / REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT
Over 25 years experience of Construction Management, Airport Management, and Real Estate Development with experience in Marketing, Development, and Project Management. Executive Management skills to effect corporate policy and direct strategy with corporate goals. Achieved significant improvements in key business areas such as profitability, revenue, quality control and productivity.
AREAS of SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
Organizational Development: Develop and Execute Capital & Operating Budgets with Goals
Marketing Management: Develop & Establish Strategic Direction to Corporate Objectives
Project Management: Planning, Development, Design & Contract Administration
Management: Effective Control of Multiple Professional Service Consultants
Project Control: Strategy, Formulation, Scheduling and Implementation
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• Demonstrated strengths in Project Management, Contract Negotiations, Contract Law, Construction Management and Dispute & Claim resolution
• Managed multiple airport projects simultaneously from beginning to end to include; project feasibility, design, construct-ability review, bid proposal and evaluation, construction, final inspection & acceptance and client move-in
• Strong ability to collaborate with Senior Staff to develop, coordinate & administer a Fiscal year project portfolio, capital improvements and provide project success
• Excellent evaluation of projects & resources to enable timely resource decision making while improving project to meet Corporate and individual Departmental objectives
• Excellent in dealing & coordinating with Engineers, Architects, Consultants, Tenants, City Officials and Contractors
• Effective in short and long range planning, budgeting, site selection, programming, design and construction
• Project Management in all facets of heavy or light Commercial Construction Projects and Residential homebuilding
• Skilled in the administration and management of diverse functions and activities, project controls, contract administration, negotiation of claims and contract modifications.
• Manage project solicitation process, review of proposals to determine final selection of Design Consultants, Construction Management Firms and General Contractors
• Excellent in reviewing existing work flow systems to develop new and improved policies and procedures
• Ability to effectively plan , budget, and organize work efforts of large staff and personnel at multiple sites into cohesive short or long term corporate plans
• Integral participant in development of Airport Policy and Procedures as related to Contract Administration and Project Construction Management.
• Familiar with Airfield Operations Procedures, FAA Grant Administration Requirements, FAA safety , EPA regulations, and projects under Federal, State and Local regulations governing the operations
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & DEVELOPMENT TRAINING:
Professional Certifications and Career Development Seminars on leadership, strategic planning, scheduling, communication and public speaking, personnel performance, evaluation, and interviewing, human resources management, construction management, value engineering, construction claims avoidance and negotiation.
• Construction Management Certification - Texas A&M University
• Construction Project Management Certification - Southern Methodist University
• Executive Airport Management Certification - International Aviation Management Institute
• Cargo Professional Certification Diploma – IATA/FIATA
• Import/Export Certification Program - U.S. Department of Commerce
• Project Planning & Scheduling - Project Management Institute
• Planning & Controlling Technical Projects - North Lake College
• Advanced Contract Administration - General Services Administration
• Construction Contract Law - North Lake College
SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, PROJECTS and ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Reported directly to COO. Responsible to develop & implement plan for Airport Terminal and Cargo Facilities expansion to increase and secure new International Cargo Airlines, Routes and Tenants
• Organized & Participated in several International Trade Missions with DFW Airport CEO and COO and with the Mayors of Dallas and Fort Worth , Local Chambers of Commerce and Government officials.
• Participated in the Planning & Development of the International Cargo Facility and Coordination of the Terminal Concessions and Renovations and Fiscal Capital Improvements Programs.
• Responsible to ensure the optimal alignment between Departmental Marketing Strategies and Business Strategies and the organizational capabilities required to deliver them
• Responsible for development & production of “Monthly Status Report” submitted to CEO & Executive Staff for review and analysis of Corporate objectives progress
• Developed key management policies, to enable effective decision making, in order to develop a workforce capable of executing planned Business & Corporate Strategies
• Developed, Managed & Controlled comprehensive Capital Improvements Projects geared towards improving or upgrading new or existing facilities.
• Recommended, Developed and Conducted monthly coordination meetings with several Departments to improve interdepartmental efforts and communication
• Member of Senior Staff providing review and evaluation of Fiscal Year Capital Improvements Projects. Participated in the Development of project schedules
• Senior Staff Selection Committee to review and approve new Professional Service Consultants
• Lead in the integration of key Project activities including, staffing, strategic planning, budgeting, schedule development & implementation, training & development. and performance management
• Created in house training program which decreased staff employee downtime 50 percent
• Created document control program providing Consultant Design Firms and Construction Management Firms increased productivity and turn–around time by 25 percent.
• Responsible for Developing & Implementing “New” General Contractor Orientation Program
• Formulated & implemented an estimating training course for consistent Project estimating process
CAREER & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
08/00 to Present PRESIDENT/Owner – GRANDEUR HOMES & CONSTRUCTION
Real Estate Developer & Independent Builder of Custom Builder of Luxury Homes & Retail
Overview: President and General Contractor of firm which specializes in the design, construction, management and sale of luxury homes with values from $300- $500K, and retail shopping center build outs. Complete responsibility for entire spectrum of development, including project management, team development, procurement, estimating scheduling and budgets. Negotiate & approve contracts with attorneys, architects, engineers, and other professionals
Manage, operational, financial, and strategic planning, schedule priorities for all construction including, but not limited to the following: estimates, design, documentation, permit & regulatory approvals, production support and client support. Select and approve subcontract vendors. Provide quality control requirements and inspection processes at vendor sites and oversee all Sales operations and activities.
05/97 to 08/00 DIRECTOR ( Vice President ) - CARGO & TRADE DEVELOPMENT
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Board - Air Service Development Department
Overview: Reported to DFW International Airport COO. Responsible for the development and implementation of plan for expansion of terminal and cargo facilities to increase international airlines and routes and achieve corporate and strategic objectives.
Specific Accomplishments: Promoted from Manager – Air Service Development
• Participated in several International Trade Missions with Jeff Fegan (CEO) and Kevin Cox (COO) and with the Mayors of both Dallas & Fort Worth in order to market the DFW International Airport, the cities of Dallas & Fort Worth, and the entire North Texas Region. This included working closely with several local Government officials and Chambers of Commerce in the planning of the promotions.
• Responsible for developing and pursuing strategic and tactical business plans to increase airline service, passenger and cargo movement through the airport. In this capacity planned, organized and coordinated the International Terminal Expansion and Renovations Program which increased domestic and international air service campaigns.
• Responsible for the implementation of Cargo Master Plan, and increased air cargo service with Korean Airlines & Air China ,
while pursuing the development of increased cargo facilities for future tenants.
03/94 to 05/97 SENIOR MANAGER - AIR SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
DFW International Airport Board - Air Service Development Department
Overview: Reported to Director - Air Service Development Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Strategic, Marketing Plan for Air Service Development during a period of explosive growth.
Specific Accomplishments: Promoted from Senior Construction Manager after being selected to participate in a special four month Executive Airport Management Certification training in Montreal, Canada.
• In this capacity developed project assignments report for department in effort to monitor progress of plan. Participated in the development of planning for the 1W International Cargo Facility. Assisted in the coordination of the Terminal 2W Concessions and Renovations Program.
• Developed Implementation and coordination schedules. Assisted in the preparation of data materials for submittal to regulatory proceedings with Department of Transportation. Monitored bilateral treaty negotiations, airline industry activities, airline alliances, and assembled senior level management reports.
03/90 to 03/94 SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department
Specific Accomplishments: Promoted from Senior Project Construction Manager to head of all Construction Department responsible for all Pre-construction and Construction related activities. Total personnel of managed of approximately 100, including DFW Airport Staff, Design Consultants, and Construction Management firm.
• Responsible for the entire spectrum of airport design, construction, construction management, facilities maintenance, hazardous materials and materials testing contract administration. Responsible for staff of twenty in the review and approval of estimates, proposals, changes, and claims for design, construction, and hazardous materials projects.
• Solicit, review and negotiate professional services contracts and construction changes and all claims. Review contract schedules and funding for all planning, design, and construction projects.
• Annual construction budget over $300 million. Work involved extensive contracts and coordination with ancillary Airport Departments, Tenant Airlines Management, Senior Airport Board Management and Staff, Consultants and Contractors.
• Familiar with Airfield Operations Procedures, FAA Grant Administration Requirements, Budget Administration and Control. Integral participant in development of Airport Policy and Procedures as related to Construction Administration and Management.
01/88 to 03/90 SENIOR PROJECT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department
Specific Accomplishments: Promoted from Project Construction Manager to one of three Senior Positions
• Responsible for the recommendation and implementation of a new Project Management Group for In-House Construction Management. During this period provided administration of In-House Construction Projects and the Indefinite Delivery Construction Services Contracts. Total In-House projects contract value of $60,000,000.
• Responsible for overall Project Controls and Project Management, including scheduling manpower and establishing workloads for the proper inspection and administration of In-House Projects. Preparation of CPM and bar chart schedules, both computer-generated and manual, for construction project and personnel management.
• Directly responsible for owner relations from design consultation, contract award, construction period, through close-out. Extensive cooperation and coordination with technical professionals, airline tenants, and prime contractors to ensure satisfaction of project design parameters and construction schedules.
08/86 to 01/88 PROJECT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department
Specific Accomplishments: Promoted from Project Engineer to one of six Project Construction Manager Positions
• Provided Project Controls and Project Management of major construction projects for the Airport through the direction of activities of five (5) Consultant Management Firms (staff of 20) under contract to the Airport. Administered and managed two (2) professional services contracts (staff of 10) and other consultant work along with construction contracts for completion of projects.
• Prepared forecasts, monthly reports and budgets for all contracts. Monitored financial performance of contractors against contract targets, and initiated changes or corrections as required.
• Negotiated contract modifications and engineering change orders during the life of contracts to incorporate improvements, design changes, or unanticipated conditions. Reviewed contractor claims and approved or denied payment.
• Reviewed and approved all contractor and consultant billings for progress payments to assure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
08/85 to 08/86 PROJECT ENGINEER (Manager of Project Controls)
DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department
Specific Accomplishments: Recommended the creation and development of a Project Controls Group for the P&E Construction Section and was promoted to Project Engineer in order to head program.
• In this capacity, supervised and coordinated activities providing cost, schedule and document control for construction and capital improvement projects. Developed and implemented reporting systems for contract documents, change orders, project status
• Analyzed project reports and assembled summary level management reports, including monthly reports for management review. Responsible for the development and refinement of construction project budgets and schedules into overall P&E budget and schedule system to project current program forecasts.
• Directed the maintenance of the Construction Section data control system and coordinated the preparation of final contract closeout procedures.
10/83 to 08/85 PLANNER ENGINEER II - Construction
DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department
• Supervised construction inspection teams in planning, scheduling, and conducting site inspections to verify quality of materials and workmanship and compliance with contract terms and conditions.
• Monitored contractor progress, completion estimates, and cost estimated to assure timely completion of projects within budget and direct changes or improvements if specifications are not met. Monitor contractor use of human and material resources and review billings for progress payments and final payments and recommend appropriate action.
10/82 to 01/83 PLANNER ENGINEER I – Design
DFW International Airport Board - Planning & Engineering Department
• Performed engineering design work in the preparation of construction plans for buildings and other airport structures and facilities. Prepared finished plans, profiles, and cross-sections. Provided estimates of costs and scheduling. Assumed lead role in the introduction of Computer Aided Design Hardware and Software into the engineering design process.
• Computer support for the in-house design effort permitted reductions in the amount of design work contracted to consultants and reduced consultant fees. Implemented other computer programs in construction design, layout, and surveying which supported the preparation of metes and bounds descriptions used in lease agreements.
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors of Business Administration, Finance and Real Estate
University of Texas at El Paso - Undergraduate Studies in Civil Engineering and Business
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