Seeking a company that requires an experienced Owner's Representative to manage the construction of their project(s) to insure that their project is completed within scope schedule and budget. Especially interested in companies that realize the value of having a dedicated & qualified Owner's Rep to oversee their projects to insure that the project is constructed well, built as designed and all aspects of the project are looked at for cost savings without compromising construction quality or schedule.
PAUL OZAKI, R.A.
E X P E R I E N C E
1/06 - 11/09
CENTRUM PROPERTIES
Real Estate Developers - Chicago, IL
Director of Design and Construction
Director of Design and Construction responsible for the management of the design and construction of all commercial and retail projects for one of the largest real estate developers in the Midwest. Projects include Cityfront Plaza, a $700 million, three phase mixed-use project in Chicago. The project consists of over 2 million sf of residential, retail and hotel areas. Responsibilities encompass all facets of the project including feasibility, schedule, budget control, contracts, site and building design, bidding, permitting & construction management. Also responsible for over 30 other retail projects including retail centers, Walgreens, Aldi and bank projects across the country.
3/04 - 11/05
TERRAPIN PROPERTIES
Real Estate Developers - Chicago, IL
Architecture Program Director
Director of Architecture responsible for managing the architectural division of a real estate developer. Responsible for directing the design and construction of over $500 million in residential high-rise condominium projects. Involved in all facets of the projects including feasibility, land acquisition, budgeting, financing, contracts, site and building design, bidding, permitting, marketing, sales, construction management & supervision.
Senior Planner responsible for program management of O’Hare International Airport projects for O’Hare Partners, Program Managers. Responsible for managing the architectural programming/design of terminal and airport facilities for the World Gateway and O'Hare Modernization Program.
7/94 - 6/99
OPENINGS
Architectural Door Manufacturer - Pontiac, MI
Strategic Accounts Director
Initiated and managed the Strategic Accounts Program nationwide developing alliances and selling to major corporations. Major accounts included Marriott International, AmeriSuites Hotels and La Quinta Inns. Redesigned and implemented new marketing and promotional strategies resulting in increased market share and brand name recognition.
In-charge of design & studio team responsible for all Crate & Barrel retail stores nationwide. Worked directly with the client, traveled extensively and completed fast tracked projects on time and within budget.
Technical Coordinator in-charge of a 40-person studio. Major projects included the McCormick Place Expansion Project and Spiegel Corporate Headquarters located in Downers Grove, IL.
2/88-1/90
LEARSI COMPANIES
Real Estate Developers - Morton Grove, IL
Director of Architecture
Directed all architecture, interior design and construction for developer. Completed property analysis, feasibility studies and contract negotiations for commercial properties. Clients included Allstate, St. Paul Federal Bank, Mrs. Fields, Ultimo, Armani, Sasha of London & Sulka.
12/81 - 2/88
VARIOUS ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS
Senior Designer
Designed various commercial, retail, residential and aviation projects. Major projects included American Airlines Air Traffic Control Tower and Baggage Facility at O’Hare International Airport.
E D U C A T I O N
University of Illinois - Champaign-Urbana, IL
B.S. Architectural Studies with High Honors
Graduated in the top 1% of class
R E G I S T R A T I O N
Registered Architect - State of Illinois 1987
C O M P U T E R S K I L L S
AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and PhotoShop
P U B L I C A T I O N S
Midwest Construction - September 2006
Crain’s Chicago Business April 2000
Chicago, A Guide to Recent Architecture 1994
Architectural Record 1993
Window & Door Specifier 1992
Pioneer Press 1990
GA Houses 1989
Architectural Record 1989
Chicago Magazine 1989
Chicago Tribune 1988
House & Garden 1988
Chicago Architectural Journal 1985
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