-Assist with the procurements of a high-priority nature for Portfolios within the Bureau of Strategic Sourcing (BOSS). -Administer the initial development of solicitation specifications and evaluation of purchases in the Equipment and Commodities, Facilities, and General Sevices Portfolios based on the current needs and workload of each portfolio.-In collaboration with the Bureau Portfolio Managers, plan and develop all aspects of strategic sourcing, providing leadership and support for the implementation of key sourcing initiatives to deliver productivity while at the same time enhancing customer service.-Conduct research for purchases in the Equipment and Commodities, Facilities, and General Sevices Portfolios based on the current needs and workload of each portfolio.-Develop plans to strengthen cost containment and align resources to better leverage spending.-In conjunction with the Asistant Deputy Director of BOSS, direct the Business Enterprise Program ( BEP) compliance and deliverables.-Under the administrative direction of the Assistant Deputy Director of the Bureau of Strategic Sourcing (BOSS), and in collaboration with Bureau Portfolio Managers, perform other duties as required or assigned.

Bureau of Strategic Sourcing Buyer for the State of Illinois - equipment and commodities. Perform purchasing functions in a centralized procurement program for a wide variety of commodities; provide technical procurement assistance to user agencies and local government entities; direct work activities of Buyer Assistants and may assist in their training. Prepare bid invitations, select qualified bidders, and issue invitations; reviews bids and awards contracts; review requisitions submitted by user agencies for completeness.

Development assessment, feasibility study and preparation of Outline Design proposals for all new sites and extensions or remodeling of existing Regal properties.o Assist with all documentation relating to the Agreements for Lease & Leases.o The appointment and project coordination of professional consultants including Architects, Principal Designers and utilities companies etc.o Procurement of the main contract works and direct contractors through traditional tender processes and/or negotiation.o Undertake design overview, procurement and cost control of directly appointed FF&E contractoro Procurement of Cinema License through full liaison with Local Authority bodies.o Coordination with internal stakeholder departments at all levels of authority including Accounts; Film Buying; Operations; Marketing and IT to manage a successful handover to the Operations team and to secure a successful opening.• Arrange on-site construction meetings and construction progress site visits with contractors, landlords, Architects, Engineers, Vendors, or others as necessary.• Site based management of the project including full hands on project management of FF&E contractors and coordination with main contractor.• Complete the recording and maintenance of all project contact information to include, but not limited to, Developer, Landlord, General Contractor and Vendor Contacts• Update construction Supervisor and other departments as necessary on construction progress• Complete the close out of Projects to include but not limited to Architect and Engineer punch-list, all lease required closeout documents and follow up (30 days project completion) Change Order Log closeout.• Complete and periodically review conformity of all Construction contracts, General/Vendor Contractor proof of Insurance, Contractor pay applications, Change order logs and back up documentation, notices of substantial completion.• Review and correct Vendor and Sub Contractor Shop drawings.

Project Manager performing Preconstruction and Construction responsibilities including constructability reviews and value engineering during the Schematic, Conceptual, Design Document, and GMP Estimates stages, bid packages, negotiations, purchasing, cost management (Initial Cost Report, Master Purchasing Plan, Schedule of Values, Purchasing Status Reports), client services and field support through P6 CPM Schedules and weekly meetings. Used web-related Prolog Implementation for Estimating, and Project Management (RFP, RFI, Hotlist, Meeting Minutes, Change Orders, ASI, etc.).

Construction Management, General Contracting, Program Management, Project Management, Exterior and Interior Lighting Supplier, Sustainable Energy, Food Services, Aggregate Manaufacturing, and Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Services

Construction Management, General Contracting, Program Management and Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Services

Construction Management, General Contracting, and Program Management Services

Managed financials from a $150,000 deficit to a self-supportive status ($28 to $45 per member giving).