Manage the facility or design & construction team in a corporate environment. Deliver results in a low drama no-nonsense manner.
JOHN D. ISAACSON
Career Profile
Sr. Director of Design & Construction for FirstGroup America, the corporate parent of Greyhound Lines. Registered Architect with 15 years experience managing the design and construction of corporate facilities in a fast-paced environment. Strategic leader with a record of successful project delivery for new construction projects, renovations, tenant improvements and corporate re-imaging. A proven manager with a clear and concise communication style and extensive background in senior management reporting.
Key Qualifications
• Extensive Project Management Expertise • Proven Leadership and Teamwork Skills
• Effective Verbal and Written Communicator • Corporate Level Reporting & Presentations
• On-time and On-budget Project Delivery • Annual and Long Range Capital Planning
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams • Business and Management Expertise
Notable Accomplishments:
• Delivered over $100 million in facility projects – on time and within budget – for Greyhound Lines, the largest intercity transportation provider in North America.
• Managed multiple fast-track facilities for First Student, the largest operator of contracted school bus fleets in the U.S. and Canada. Created an in-house “strike team†to marshal the needed resources for delivery of interim facilities on a short notice and follow up with permanent facilities.
• Transitioned Greyhound design & construction team from a single-company focus to a multi-company corporate support for all FirstGroup business units.
• Developed and implemented design standards for bus terminals, maintenance facilities and driver dormitories in the U.S. and Canada that produced a reduction in construction costs through standardized finishes, fixtures, millwork and equipment.
• Collaborated with municipalities and transit agencies on the design of intercity bus facilities that led to a shift in strategy from stand-alone Greyhound terminals to intermodal centers across the U.S.
• Created a quick-response property evaluation process for fast track projects, including zoning reviews and environmental testing.
• Generated cost-savings by implementing a low cost in-house project management database utilizing a MS Access interface to track project data and costs.
Professional Experience
GREYHOUND LINES, INC / FIRSTGROUP AMERICA 1996 - Present
Public transportation company with 800 owned and leased facilities the U.S. Greyhound was acquired in 2007 by FirstGroup PLC with headquarters in the U.K.
Sr. Director (2003-Present), Sr. Project Manager (1996-2003), Design & Construction Dept.
Directed the design and construction of diverse projects including new construction, renovations, adaptive re-use projects and corporate re-imaging for facilities in the US and Canada.
• Managed and directed a department with a $2.5 million budget and a staff of 3 architects, 4 support staff and 2 consulting project managers. Responsible for hiring and evaluating performance.
• Developed cost-effective prototypes for Greyhound and First Student. Facility types include bus terminals, restaurants, vehicle maintenance facilities, corporate offices, driver dormitories, restaurants and gift shops.
• Managed and reported on the progress of up to 50 active projects at one time.
• Worked closely with management team on strategic planning and direction, including 5-year capital forecasts. Presented monthly status and budget updates to senior management.
• Established and maintained a comprehensive network of architects, contractors, and permit expeditors throughout the US and Canada.
• Created a comprehensive knowledge base of state and federal contracting requirements including grant applications, contracting regulations, procurement rules and wage rate requirements in the execution of federally funded projects.
JOHN D. ISAACSON
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jdisaacson[at]att.net
Professional Experience (continued)
VIDAUD & ASSOCIATES, Dallas, Texas 1995 - 1996
Architectural firm specializing in commercial, government and multi-family projects
Staff Architect
• Project architect for $4 million GSA Job Corp dormitory in McKinney, Texas and multiple small projects for Greyhound Lines, Inc.
• Managed all aspects of project delivery, including CADD staff and coordination of MEP consultants.
• Collaborated with clients to develop project programs and budgets.
• Wrote project specifications.
CITY OF DALLAS PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, Dallas, Texas 1985 - 1995
Project Manager / Staff Architect
• Managed design and construction of municipal facility projects ranging from $50K to $5 million.
• Managed, led, and evaluated staff of 2 architects for diverse projects in varying scope and complexity.
• Planned and delivered presentations to neighborhood groups and served as the primary liaison between the community, stakeholders and city staff.
BARBUTTI & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS, Dallas, Texas 1983 - 1985
Architectural firm specializing in commercial and multi-family projects
Architect Intern
• Prepared schematic designs and construction documents for multiple retail, hospitality and restaurant projects.
• Performed site inspections.
Professional Registration / Educational Background
REGISTERED ARCHITECT - STATE OF TEXAS
Texas Registration #12482, 1988
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE - IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
Community and Regional Planning, 1983
Leadership / Board Memberships
HEARTS and HAMMERS â–ª Volunteer 1985-1995; Team Organizer 1996 - Present
Repair and upgrade homes owned by fixed-income senior citizens utilizing volunteer teams from area employers. Organize annual team, procure materials and assign tasks to volunteers. Perform hands-on repairs.
SHARED HOUSING, INC. â–ª Member, Board of Directors, 2007 - Present
• Non-profit organization developing a new living options for lower income population. Chair of the Board of Directors Facilities Committee.
FAMILY GATEWAY, INC. â–ª Member, Board of Directors, 1988 - 2006
• Non-profit organization providing housing and life skills and job training to homeless families
with children. Provided expertise to the organization on facility and real estate issues.
Software Skills
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
AutoCAD LT 2008
Sketchup 3D software
Google Earth Pro
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