• Oversees the construction of new facilities and the remodeling of existing facilities to ensure compliance with governmental codes and Aldi specifications.• Make certain all proper permits and bonds are secured, final approvals received, lien waivers obtained and bonds closed out.• Provides oversight and direction during the construction process from groundbreaking through issue of final occupancy permit. Ensures work is completed in accordance with construction plans and specifications, to the highest quality standards and within budget as established by the Director of Real Estate via regular site visits and supervision of the general contractor.• Identifies and communicates new ideas and cost saving opportunities to construct or re-model facilities at lower costs.• Works with government officials, utility companies and suppliers to guarantee project deadlines are met.• Assist the Director of Real Estate in review of the engineering, building and site design with selected Architect and Engineering firms.• Reviews prototype plan updates with the Director of Real Estate to ensure all changes approved by the Director of Real Estate are implemented on projects.• Assist Director of Real Estate with various meetings in presenting the Aldi concept and plans.• Assist Director of Real Estate with site and building cost estimates to aid in the completion of the site evaluation packages.• Initiates and coordinate Aldi supplied materials to construction projects.• Communicates with District Managers and office personnel as appropriate.• Coordinates large maintenance and reset projects for existing stores.• Verifies need and cost of all proposed change orders and submits to the Director of Real Estate for approval.• Procures first approval for all general contractors’ payment applications and validates the collection of all lien waivers

• Oversaw fast paced open remodels of Buffalo Wild Wings corporate stores. Two week schedules; Week one - Open remodel overnight work only, Week two - Five day store shutdown, 24/7 work, inspections, occupancy in time for reopening on Thursday lunch• Experienced Transition Coordinator training on new store locations• Prepared a budget forecasts on remodel projects for executive review/approval• Worked closely with architectural and engineering partners on design, scope of work and permitting processes• Represented Buffalo Wild Wings at local jurisdictional meetings• Reviewed final construction documents for compliance to project scope and budget• Oversaw the bidding process, evaluation and contract award• Responsible for securing certificate of occupancy and provided permit status during weekly executive meetings• Conducted pre-construction meetings with GC’s, Regional Managers and store personnel• Created punch-lists, conducted punch-list walks with store and GC’s and assisted in closing out punch-list items

• Reinvented the entire construction process for RWSC. Created and implemented processes and procedures to help RWSC grow the geographical footprint of their stores worldwide• Led the increase of the Real Estate division from completing approximately 15-20 projects per year to 80 projects per year due to process improvements and the addition of key external partners. • Supervised new construction, remodels, updates and facility maintenance for over 450 shoe stores across the United States, for 35 international distributers and for two international Red Wing offices• Managed the construction process on 145 domestic projects (remodels and new stores) – typically 1,500 to 2,000 sq. ft. tenant build-out projects• Managed the construction process on seven international showrooms and two international offices• Completed numerous facility maintenance projects for existing retail locations • Acted as liaison in conjunction with architects and engineers on design and floor plan issues• Worked closely with general contractors on all phases of the construction process• Managed new store sets, including the purchasing and installation for all equipment and products placed within a new retail store• Worked closely with RWSC marketing department on developing new store concepts, layouts, design and fixtures.

• Supervised all new construction, remodels, updates and facility maintenance for over 50 campuses across the United States• Managed the construction process on 25 new cosmetology schools – typically 6,500 to 7,500 sq. ft. tenant build-out projects• Spearheaded numerous facility maintenance/remodel projects for existing schools • Acted as liaison in conjunction with architects and engineers on design and floor plan issues• Worked closely with general contractors on all phases of the construction process• Managed new campus sets, including the purchasing and installation for all equipment and products placed within a new campus• Developed and maintained all vendor relationships with respect to the construction process

• Managed the entire construction process, supervising all aspects of projects from bidding and estimating to substantial completion• Completed work on new construction, tenant build-outs, tenant improvements, and interior and exterior remodels• Responsible for bidding / estimating, owner / subcontractor contracts, scheduling, monitor project budgets, monitor daily construction, and project completion tasks• Handled all communication with owners / clients, architects / engineers, city officials, SBI superintendents, and sub-contractors on a daily basis

• Promoted from assistant PM to PM within first six months of employment• Managed the entire construction process, supervising all aspects of projects from bidding and estimating to substantial completion• Completed work on new construction, tenant build-outs, tenant improvements, and interior and exterior remodels• Responsible for bidding / estimating, owner / subcontractor contracts, scheduling, monitor project budgets, monitor daily construction, and project completion tasks• Handled all communication with owners / clients, architects / engineers, city officials, SBI superintendents, and sub-contractors on a daily basis