- Ensuring a schedule is in place during project set up and sub-bidding that reflects the project strategy and is sufficient for estimating and subcontractor purchasing selection.- Developing a purchasing schedule and strategy to anticipate, address and resolve purchasing challenges during the early stages of pre-construction.- Executing each project phase including pre-construction, construction, closeout and post-construction services.- Collaborating with Estimating and Purchasing in set up of projects to insure profitability, client satisfaction and the best subcontractors for the job.- Thorough completion of all financial data with an eye to quickly identify potential/existing issues that could lead to subpar financial performance.- Effectively administering the requisitioning and collections process to ensure timely payments.- Maintaining and developing relationships to reinforce a commitment to world class customer service across the board: including co-workers, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and the design community.- Promoting positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors and continually instilling this philosophy in the project team at all times.- Communicating effectively with field team members as well as keep them active in decision-making.- Manage and direct all construction trades and aspects on-site throughout the execution process to ensure delivery with top quality and on time.

Working as an independent professional providing construction management and facilities development services to National Contractors, Retailers & Landlords.-Construction Management service:• PreConstruction Services.• Construction Services: Site Coordination - Noise Mitigation - Quality Assurance/Quality Control - Schedule Control - Document Control - Issue Tracking - Safety - Onsite Design Change Management and Implementation - Inspection Coordination - Cash Flow / Payment Management - Change Controls - Owner Equipment and Materials Control - Cost and Schedule Variance Management. • Closeout Services.-Facilities Development Service:• Energy Management and Light Controls.• Renewable Energy.• Facilities Expansion and Development.• Multilevel Storage Systems.• Automation Systems.• Warehousing and Storage Preparation and Improvement.

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 Oversee and direct the construction and facilities team to execute to the strategy of the company (On time delivery of spaces delivered within budget) Provide architectural, engineering and design direction and quality of standards to outside consultants contractors and vendors Solicit bids, qualify, negotiate and award construction contracts  Partner with non-merchandise procurement to determine long term strategy for sourcing building materials, fixtures and hardware  Develops and implements systems to monitor project performance against budget authorization, project schedules and established quality control standards; this includes identifying variances and working with the project managers to develop and implement plans to correct ineffective operations  Oversee and assist in all construction and design development for the growth of Forever 21; this includes fixtures, layouts, and overall project management Lead the Facilities team with the construction of our global offices and facilities. Develop a Fast Track construction process to deal with opportunistic locations Directs the development and implementation of design and construction standards to ensure projects are executed at appropriate levels of quality Ensures effective communication and customer service to all business partners including but not limited to store operations, real estate, non-merchandise procurement, marketing, transportation and senior management Effectively protects institutional interests and ensures appropriate controls are in place to ensure compliance with all financial, regulatory and safety requirements Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned

 -Used construction documents to read and understand allocation of materials used in a retail construction sites. -Gathered statistical data on supply usage, cost, distribution, and fluctuations. -Maintained construction schedule, Identified and solved problems. -Supported freight spends and cost analysis, Understood project plans specifications and project layouts. -Maintained positive relationship with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees. -Formulated projections for planning. -Sourced new vendors domestic and overseas, conducted bids to ensure most beneficial price for the Company. -Negotiated terms and pricing with vendors, and resolve any A\P or A\R issues. -Coordinated deliveries and shipments. -Created GANTT charts using MS Project and integrate construction scheduling with material orders. -Visited jobsites, production facilities, and Forever 21 locations to review and inspect products, and resolve any QC related problems. -Served as first point of contact for personnel and operational needs. Associate closely with multiple internal departments, external vendors and manufacturers. -Supported RFP’s, KPI’s, metrics, and performance/quality rating data gathering, compilation, and reporting. -Provided complete CCTV and Audio design for all new and remodel stores. -Provided complete shop-drawings for custom fixtures and hardware along with installation instruction manuals and diagrams. -Provided architecture drawings for several in-house construction projects. -Prepared Take-Offs, estimates, schedules, reports, RFIs, change orders and supervised completion of final punch list.

• Fullerton College, new science village. (new construction)• Zayna flaming grill. (commercial - Renovation)• K world whole sale. (commercial – Renovation)• Blue Nile restaurant. (commercial – renovation)• Residential. ( LA, Torrance, Cerritos, west LA, PV) (Renovation, landscaping, electric)• Several Construction Management account.

• Torrance Skypark airport. (new electric service)• Carson city refinery (retaining walls, fencing, grading)• Mt. San Antonio College. (New construction, landscaping)• Green Ville E.S., Santa Ana. (landscaping, playground, fencing)• Metro service stations. (Downtown, LA, Carson) (New construction, landscaping)

• Several LAUSD projects.

• Several Public Works projects. (new construction, theaters, paving, office buildings and high rise residential)