Bill Mcmorris Email & Phone Number

Chambersburg, Pa, Us

San Francisco Bay Area

Currently, I am a project manager on the Bank of America account, overseeing all aspects of capital projects and acting as the client’s representative. I manage projects in both administrative office and retail settings, including decommissioning and a wide range of interior and exterior tenant improvements and planned maintenance efforts. I have recently focused on administrative office work managing projects in support of office relocations, site consolidations and other client strategies… Show more Currently, I am a project manager on the Bank of America account, overseeing all aspects of capital projects and acting as the client’s representative. I manage projects in both administrative office and retail settings, including decommissioning and a wide range of interior and exterior tenant improvements and planned maintenance efforts. I have recently focused on administrative office work managing projects in support of office relocations, site consolidations and other client strategies. My experience in both project and facilities management provides me with a broad perspective that emphasizes ensuring customer satisfaction while successfully delivering project objectives. Show less

I returned to a project management role in March 2016 to address two of OMCA’s most pressing needs -- 1) renovation of its back-of-house shops and offices, largely untouched for decades and critical to effective implementation of its exhibitions and collections management programs; and 2) the conceptual design process for campus and gardens master planning, integral to the vision for the Lake Merritt neighborhood and the future capital program for OMCA. I oversaw all phases of the… Show more I returned to a project management role in March 2016 to address two of OMCA’s most pressing needs -- 1) renovation of its back-of-house shops and offices, largely untouched for decades and critical to effective implementation of its exhibitions and collections management programs; and 2) the conceptual design process for campus and gardens master planning, integral to the vision for the Lake Merritt neighborhood and the future capital program for OMCA. I oversaw all phases of the 9600sf back-of-house renovation – from planning, architectural design and site preparation through contractor selection, construction and occupancy; I served as liaison between museum staff, architectural design team, and general contractor as well. The project was completed substantially on schedule (shops start-up not delayed, April 2016) and under budget ($1.59M construction including contingency; $2.2M total), and the vastly improved spaces have greatly enhanced OMCA’s capacity for in-house support of its vital exhibitions and collections management programs. Users of the shops are delighted by their transformation, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the project’s success!Concurrently, I also managed and coordinated the conceptual design process for museum campus and gardens master planning. The ideas generated as part of this design phase will continue to grow as a potential Lake Merritt Cultural District takes shape, and will form the basis of future capital projects and the launch of OMCA’s upcoming capital campaign.In this role, I also continued to manage a $250K annual major repairs budget, reimbursable as part of OMCA’s lease agreement with the City of Oakland. Key projects in FY16 included the expansion and integration of lighting control systems in two galleries, and the replacement of fluorescent light fixtures in the parking garage with dimmable LEDs. We estimate an annual $12K in savings from the parking garage project alone! Show less

OMCA’s efforts toward renovation of museum offices and preparator shops continued in 2013. I created an RFQ that was issued to several architects, and led the team through schematic design and cost estimating for all office and shop spaces with our selected consultant. In addition, I developed and managed a $250K annual reimbursable major repairs budget, under the terms of OMCA’s lease with the City of Oakland. Key projects funded through this program included replacement of humidifiers… Show more OMCA’s efforts toward renovation of museum offices and preparator shops continued in 2013. I created an RFQ that was issued to several architects, and led the team through schematic design and cost estimating for all office and shop spaces with our selected consultant. In addition, I developed and managed a $250K annual reimbursable major repairs budget, under the terms of OMCA’s lease with the City of Oakland. Key projects funded through this program included replacement of humidifiers and HVAC controls in several exhibition galleries, critical to maintaining acceptable climate conditions in these sensitive museum spaces. Separately, a substantial project to upgrade access control systems was completed at two of our three facilities.I also developed, monitored and managed OMCA’s ~$2.4M facilities and operations budget, and oversaw an institutional effort to update and centralize facilities-related policies and procedures. I am especially pleased that our cross-functional operations team collaborated successfully to create and implement a comprehensive facilities use policy for all guests and vendors on OMCA’s campus. Show less

A strategic planning and conceptual design process for OMCA’s staff offices and preparator shops was launched in 2013, incorporating recent organizational changes and projections for future staff growth. Consistent with my prior role, I managed and coordinated the consultant design effort, serving as point-of-communication with museum staff and the design team.In addition to overseeing this effort, I continued to manage museum capital projects at three facilities. We undertook our… Show more A strategic planning and conceptual design process for OMCA’s staff offices and preparator shops was launched in 2013, incorporating recent organizational changes and projections for future staff growth. Consistent with my prior role, I managed and coordinated the consultant design effort, serving as point-of-communication with museum staff and the design team.In addition to overseeing this effort, I continued to manage museum capital projects at three facilities. We undertook our first-ever reserve asset study to better understand the state of our properties, and likely costs to maintain them in the future. I also initiated a round of energy-efficiency improvements at OMCA’s museum facility through the retrofit of ~875 incandescent lighting fixtures with LED lamps. Finally, I continued to manage and coordinate infrastructure buildouts at OMCA in support of its robust and varied exhibition schedule. Show less

My project management career began in this role at OMCA, coordinating exhibit and then architectural design for renovation of the Gallery of California Art. My duties soon expanded to include renovation of the History Gallery and our Oak Street Plaza as well. Once construction of the galleries began, our project quickly expanded into a second phase that included relocation of the museum store; renovation and upgrades to two theater spaces and the museum café; comprehensive site… Show more My project management career began in this role at OMCA, coordinating exhibit and then architectural design for renovation of the Gallery of California Art. My duties soon expanded to include renovation of the History Gallery and our Oak Street Plaza as well. Once construction of the galleries began, our project quickly expanded into a second phase that included relocation of the museum store; renovation and upgrades to two theater spaces and the museum café; comprehensive site furniture, media and signage; and upgraded security and WiFi network systems.A third phase continued with base building upgrades to the Natural Sciences Gallery, additional restrooms and other visitor amenities. I continued as site liaison and manager for these additional projects through the reopening of OMCA in May 2010 and beyond, with new exhibits in the Natural Sciences Gallery opening to the public in 2012.Also in 2010-2011, OMCA separated from the City of Oakland to become an independent entity, selecting new services providers (engineering, janitorial, landscaping, security) as part of taking over management of museum operations and its two City-owned facilities. I participated in the RFP/ selection process and created legal contracts for all new vendors.What an exciting period in OMCA’s history! I’m proud to have played such a significant role in the transformation of this Bay Area institution. Show less

Oakland, Ca