DAN L. MANESCU
608 Chandler Street,
Worcester, MA 01602
January 09, 2010
Dear Hiring Manager,
Respectfully I submit a copy of my resume with the folowing job objective:
I am specifically seeking a Construction Industry position where I can best utilize my education and extensive background in Leadership, Strategy, and Management.
My experience includes all aspects of strategy planning, budget management, scheduling and coordinating multiple projects and being the liaison between my project team and our customers. I have also worked closely with owners and architects, state officials and building inspectors, as well as various trades people in both union and non-union environments.
My strengths include excellent organizational and communication skills, proactive and positive attitude, demonstrated ability to comprehend complex subject areas, develop and apply new ideas and concepts and successful experience motivating, training, supervising and relating to blue collar trade workers. I also possess specific knowledge and understanding of construction industry regulations, and management principles and methodologies.
My education encompasses a background in Civil Engineering, Construction Project Management, as well as Strategy and Leadership and Quality Assurance Management.
- Master Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Project Management from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts
- MBA in Leadership and Strategy, and Quality Assurance Management from Anna Maria College – a renown Catholic High Education Institution in Paxton, MA
Your consideration of my inquiry is very much appreciated, and I would be glad to provide any additional information you may need. I am available for a further discussion at your earliest convenience.
I can be reached at home at 508-753-9097, cell 508-335-2297, or via e-mail: manescul[at]yahoo.com. I am looking forward to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Dan L. Manescu
DAN L. MANESCU PMP
608 Chandler Street,
Worcester, MA 01602
(H)508.753.9097;(C)508.335.2297
www.linkedin.com/in/DanManescu
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
• Enthusiastic and resourceful team player who enjoys challenges and performs well under pressure.
• Specialized in a CM role, employing soft skills and solid technical knowledge to complete the job.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, set appropriate priorities, meet deadlines and work within budget.
• Interact effectively with a wide range of personalities at all organizational levels.
• Utilize effective communication skills and conflict resolution techniques to handle divergence.
Functional Skills:
• Organizational & problem solving skills
• Develop estimates to facilitate accurate budgeting
• Troubleshoot technical construction issues
• Prepare progress reports on schedule
• QA/QC Plan implementation on project
• Ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Coordinate & supervise work teams
• Work closely with architects to resolve problems
• Comply with safety codes & regulations
• Establish logistical & operational priorities
Computer Skills:
PROLOG - Project Mgmt. software; Primavera; Timberline, AutoCAD 3D; Parallax; MS Office XP Suite
EMPLOYMENT
May - December 2009
Jay Cashman Inc. / GE Hudson River Project, Fort Edward, NY
Quality Assurance / Quality Control - Hudson River Remediation/Dredging project. Closed for the winter.
The goal of this project is to remove high concentrations of PCB's from the river sediment. Coordination and logistics of a project of this size is is unprecedented and this is the first time precision dredging of this magnitude has been attempted.
• Coordinating and supervising the QA/QC team, while managing all aspects of the QA/QC plan.
2005-2008
GILBANE BUILDING COMPANY, Providence, RI
Quality Assurance Manager / Superintendent
Directly responsible for the scheduling, quality of work, and completion of all construction activity.
Worcester Trial Court Project: - $146 million new courthouse in Worcester, MA
My Project team won The National 2007 Project Achievement Award from CMAA for overall management efforts, Quality Assurance management, customer service and customer satisfaction.
The Excellence Award from the State of Massachusetts - Division of Capital Asset Management.
Thomas and William Gilbane Project Achievement Award for Project Execution excellence.
I won the Gilbane Safety Excellence Award for this project.
• Managed all aspects of QA/QC plan along with rolling completion list, benchmarks and mockups.
• Exceeded customer expectations by adopting a “do it right the first time†attitude.
• Conducted weekly QA/QC meetings with owner, architect and trade contractors.
• Active team player in obtaining the Certificate of Occupancy.
DDC Project - Providence, RI - $65 million renovation/addition to an 11,000 seat show/sport arena
• Project was completed under budget and ahead of deadline in a compressed off-season schedule.
• Directed, coordinated and supervised MEP and general trades achieving job objectives.
• Supervised trades at special offices and locker rooms for Providence Bruins and PC Friars.
• Oversaw punch list items completion and closeout activities to meet arena schedule of events.
• Played a key role in the effort to obtain the Certificate of Occupancy.
2004-2005
THE WHITING -TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, Framingham, MA
Superintendent - Ensured quality of work and completion of projects within schedule and budget.
- Burlington Mall: Burlington, MA - $85 million renovation/addition
- SearsTown Mall: Leominster, MA - $60 million renovation/addition
- Carvel Ice Cream Bakery offices - $14 million renovation/addition
• Coordinated and supervised all trade contractors, providing guidance and expertise.
• Conducted weekly trade meetings on work scheduling and related issues, quality, and safety.
• Organized and conducted inspections with State Building Inspector and Fire Marshall.
1999-2004
EDDINGTON THREAD, INC., Worcester, MA
Superintendent – High demand manufacturing environment
• Managed all aspects of production including scheduling and inventory control.
• Implemented Lean Management principles and appropriate workflow procedures.
• Oversee equipment and machinery setup, inspection, testing and quality control.
Prior related experience:
CONIMPEX LUXOR, INC., Bucharest, Romania
Project Manager / Superintendent - municipal and historical projects
Palace of the Parliament Building (new construction) & The Palace of Justice (restoration)
• Coordinated and supervised construction work for completion of various sections within the New Parliament Building - 3.55 million SF, 18 floors/250ft, and $1.8 billion cost.
• Responsible with the overall coordination, completion and final outcome of the project.
• Implemented project schedule and specifications and completed work within budget and timeline.
• Addressed technical construction issues assuring compliance with national codes.
• Collaborated with the architect to determine workable solutions to various construction problems.
Civil Engineer / QA Manager - ROMANIAN WATERS AUTHORITY, Bucharest, Romania
• Supervised and coordinated the quality control team involved in a dam construction project.
Civil Engineer – WATER ADMINISTRATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE, Romania
• Involved in design of civil and industrial construction projects for the Water Administration.
EDUCATION
ANNA MARIA COLLEGE, Paxton, MA
MBA Master in Business Administration 2007 GPA: 3.96
WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE, Worcester, MA
M.S. in Civil Engineering / Construction Project Management 2004 GPA: 3.50
TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF CONSTRUCTIONS, Bucharest, Romania
B.S. in Civil Engineering
Professional Training & Development:
• PMP Project Manager Professional - Project Management Institute Certified
• Construction Supervisor License - Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• OSHA-40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification - 2009
• OSHA-30 Hour Certification – 2006
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification - Kaplan University ongoing, one year program
• LEED – AP Course with Gilbane University; Certification with USGBC in progress
• Gilbane University: Leadership, Managerial and Technical courses – Honor Roll
• Professional Engineer’s License - EU 1997
• Clerk of the Works License - EU 1997
• Certified Arbitrator of Construction Disputes - EU 1998
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
USGBC – U.S. Green Building Council, Massachusetts Chapter
CMAA – Construction Management Association of America
PMI – Project Management Institute
ASQ – American Society for Quality
MPA – Massachusetts Professionals Association
PEA – Professional Engineers Association
References Available Upon Request
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