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Culver City, Ca, Us

Culver City, Ca, Us

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

*Design and build new projects according to companies growth plans*Assess occupancy planning and seating for hybrid office*Conduct business reviews on new workplace initiatives*Administrate office operations*Provide top tier service for staff and associates*Drafted and executed service provider agreements while monitoring KPIs/SLAs.

Marina Del Rey, California, United States

*Directed IFM service provider operations, ensuring adherence to SLAs and customer service levels.*Collaborated with multiple business partners to align facility strategies and resolve operational issues.*Generated annual FM OpEx budgets, communicated re-projections, and reviewed financial reporting.*Managed escalation of issues with vendors/contractors and ensured effective dispute resolution.*Built solid working relationships with various stakeholders, supporting diverse Business Units.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

*Conducted occupancy planning and executed optimization strategies for efficient space utilization.*Managed relationships with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders.*Oversaw operational support and maintenance for all MEP equipment.*Managed budgets for facility operations, ensuring cost-effective solutions.*Monitored and addressed issues/requests via facilities ticketing system.

Los Angeles, Ca, United States

*Participated in Quarterly Business Reviews with IFM supplier and conducted rent reviews.*Developed and implemented policies to ensure facilities' compliance with safety and operational standards.*Led cross-functional teams to address facility needs and optimize space planning.*Managed relationships with property management/landlords and engaged in issue escalation.*Reviewed vendor invoices, identified discrepancies, and ensured accurate financial reporting.

Playa Vista

*Managed nationwide branches, collaborated with cross-functional teams, and optimized operations.*Negotiated vendor contracts, evaluated service quality, and monitored SLA adherence.*Led safety committee, fostering a culture of workplace safety and compliance.*Negotiate and evaluate vendor contracts*Managed budget for CapEx and OpEx expenses

Hollywood

*Maintained all properties to principal's standards in California and East coast facilities. *Assessed all work required by Management. *Scheduled and directed all vendors. *Assisted Manager with daily operations. *Maintained corporate office building and beauty salon

Beverly Hills

*Assisted in all operation in Interior Design Studio by assessing and transmitting valid data. *Conserve Principal's time by routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents. *Represented the principal during work meetings and job sites walkthorughs. *Provided customer service to all clientele in person or on the telephone; answering or directing inquiries. *Worked with both vendors and clients to ensure efficiency in all project development. *Worked directly with the Principal designer and numerous showrooms to offer the best products available to the preference of each client.

Hollywood

*Ensured diligent and flawless facility operations and staff supervision. *Hired and trained all new personnel.*Provided a safe and open working environment, while applying exceptional leadership abilities. *Evaluated team work and effort while managing the day to day operations, maintenance, and improvements to properties. *Created monthly work schedules for employees and for special property projects.

Beverly Hills

*Inspected grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance. *Managed and oversaw operations in maintenance, administration, and improvements to RE portafolio*Planned, scheduled, and coordinated general repairs, and remodeling projects. *Directed and coordinated activities of staff and contract personnel and evaluated their performance. *Purchased building and maintenance supplies, equipment, or furniture. *Participated in case reviews, consulting with team caring for client, to evaluate client's needs and plans for continuing services. *Made property inspections for evaluation reports*Contracted vendors for maintenance work on all properties.

Professional Project Management Certificate, Business Administration And Management, General

Activities and Societies: Agile, Lean Six Sigma, waterfall

Project Construction Management

Facility/Property Management

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