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Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

• Manage multiple construction process from conceptual estimate, to design, through estimating/bidding, into construction and final occupancy.• Review progress plans for conformance to project budget, client expectations, accuracy and completeness while updating and presenting updated cost estimates.• Bidding of final drawings to subcontractors including creation of bidding documents, scoping of proposals, qualifications of bidders, and submittal/review of bids to client.• Review, negotiate and write subcontracts, purchase orders, contractor invoices and final contract reconciliations.• Organize and run weekly project update calls with owner.• Creates and maintains project schedules.• Reviews subcontractor invoicing and creates monthly owner pay applications and progress reports.• Creates project profitability forecasts/projections through management of the project budget.• Reviews RFIs, CBs and addendums.

• Involved in all aspects of construction projects from pre-construction to project close-out.• Communicates and negotiates directly with subcontractors and owners concerning project cost and scheduling.• Prepares project status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications.• Bidding of construction projects to clients including qualification of bids, estimating and developing proposed project schedules and initial plan reviews.• Review and negotiate subcontractor scopes of work and contract amounts.• Manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity simultaneously.• Manage project team including Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, Project Coordinators, Estimating and Subcontractors.• Create and manage project schedules.

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in managing the construction of multiple retail construction projects located in various parts of the country.• Issue and manage contracts, change orders, RFIs, project reports & documentation.• Obtain building permits.• Review and manage daily and weekly client required progress reports.• Perform project closeout tasks including as-builts, warranty documents and final billings.• Schedule and coordinate service requests for post-construction repairs and maintenance.• Manage contract software (Sage) and customer monitored management programs.• Procurement of construction equipment delivery, servicing and labor.

* Administered strategic direction regarding sales growth, market expansion, and sales support, establishing results-focused sales processes and operations for 2 locations with 60 employees, including 4 sales managers. * Provided operational oversight while managing customer services, building relationships with key clients both in and outside the company, training staff, and improving organizational structure. * Managed a team of marketing and sales professionals using SalesForce.com and train on best practices and software processes. * Collaborated with department managers including QA/QC, R&D, Manufacturing, Sales, and Marketing to coordinate process implementation, product development and market growth. * Evaluated and balanced short and long term needs of the company by thinking outside of the box and considering all alternatives for cost savings while maximizing customer satisfaction. * Served as the gateway between the sales team, finance and operational teams. * Developed and managed creation of cast stone department, blueprint reading and design, project estimate and review, coordination and design of mold building operations, packaging methods and standards, and product support. * Daily assistance and interaction with Finance department on manufacturing/product costs, customer credit accounts and limits, account conflict advisement and resolution, financial account transactional interpretation and analysis, office staff management, project & billing updates, and revenue & bookings forecasting.

* Developed and managed all process and operational procedures for the sample department including design of samples and marketing, quality control, documentation, packaging and shipping, workflow process and prioritization, inventory management, records retention and daily operations. * Created and maintained procedures for management of manufacturing software including SKU management, item creation, bills of material, inventory forms & audits, daily transactional procedures, and billings. * Developed and managed supply chain & direct shipping/logistics relationship with Home Depot over a 3 year period, servicing over 140 stores across the Midwest. * Managed sales support functions including pricing, lead-time and material estimates, quotations/proposals, submittal packages, change orders & order confirmations, creative problem solving, and design drawings. * Created and managed logistics department and processes of shipping operations for two manufacturing facilities, establishment and maintenance of vendor contracts, dispute resolution, scheduling and inbound/outbound logistical support.

Tempe, Arizona, Us

* Simultaneously managed multiple commercial and infrastructure projects valued between $1M to $10M.* Worked closely with architects and engineers to value engineer projects to meet owners needs and budget.* Took over management of infrastructure construction on two $5M business parks, completing them on budget while securing on time occupancy for building tenants.* Worked with city and state agencies to successfully construct owner requested turn lane on state highway.* Completed 100,000 SF addition to existing manufacturing plant with minimal interruption to the owner’s daily activities. Worked closely with owner to coordinate construction to meet future manufacturing needs and pre-planning with vision to future expansion.* Reviewed construction drawings for feasibility and completeness of design, frequently making recommendations to reduce costs and achieve a successful project.* Onsite management and supervision of $1M site remodel including owner site visits, scheduling of trades, inspections with city, daily construction and punchlist.

* Managed multiple projects for residential and commercial applications valued up to $100k from estimate to closeout. * Supervised projects through three departments while managing a team of 20 employees.* Developed estimating spreadsheets and procedures to streamline bidding process.* Established standardized bid estimates and proposals.* Created and software to track status of projects through submittal, manufacturing to shipment, increasing efficiency and productivity by 20%.* Estimated monthly and quarterly sales, presenting billing & revenue forecasts to owner.* Reestablished and repaired strained connections with local contractors, increasing local sales by 20%.* Increased sales by 30% within the first year, maintaining consistent growth every year thereafter.* Team member for project that won 2004 Cast Stone Institute for Manufacturer of the Year.* Streamlined billing procedure to maximize profits and reduce inaccuracies.* Sought and maintained new clients which accounted for 15% increase in repeat business.* Revised shipping procedures to reduce errors in pallet lists and damaged freight claims by 80%.* Developed and maintained relationships with freight carriers, increasing delivery times while reducing costs by 15%.