Elka Wilson Email & Phone Number

Halton Hills, On, Ca

Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Brampton, On

Brampton, On

Oversee project process including architectural design, construction and post-construction fit-up for major institutional renovation/state of good repair projects with an average budget of $0.5 million. Assist senior project managers with numerous institutional and residential renovation and new construction projects with budgets ranging from $100,000 to $13 million.Manage cross-functional teams within the Region of Peel, including facilities management, information and technology, finance, and various client groups. Develop and maintain cooperative and strategic relationships with management, client groups, internal service providers and external consultants and contractors.Prepare and maintain project documents such as charters, schedules, budgets, risk registers, change management logs, vendor contracts. Prepare required procurement documents, such as Prequalifications, Requests for Proposal, Requests for Quotation, Requests for Tender, and participate in evaluations for contract award. Analyze and provide feedback to consultants for construction documents such as contract drawings, specifications, shop drawing submittals. Review, approve and monitor payments, progress draws and project expenses against approved budget. Monitor construction progress and Health and Safety, via participation in site meetings, scheduled site visits and ad-hoc spot audits.Work on multiple projects and portfolios concurrently in a fast-paced and time sensitive environment to meet critical project milestones and project deadlines.

Mississauga, On

Team member on the Peel Regional Paramedic Services 10-Year Facility Development Plan - the first of its kind in North America. Oversee project process including architectural design, construction and post-construction fit-up by working with internal service providers and facilitating resources as required to meet the needs and requirements of clients.Support planning and execution of Public Health Clinic capital projects, feasibility studies and investigations. Assist with the creation of Public Health Functional Program Guidelines document.Conduct research in the area of facilities management and development to identify issues that may lead to changes in the methods of service delivery. Research and analyze construction documents. Prepare project documents such as charters, schedules and reports as required. Identify efficiencies and evaluate effectiveness of existing practices and processes with the goal of continuous improvement. Compile data and produce reports that recommend a course of action in working with clients and internal corporate resources.

Brampton, On

Managed all commercial and residential portfolio drawings, including integrity and standards of drawings, and archiving and retention requirements. Managed, provided support and training for drawings related software including AutoCAD 2010 and VisionFM. Developed presentation drawings for internal and external clients as required.

Brampton, On

Assisted with development and maintenance of master drawing file for all commercial and residential Regional properties. Maintained CAFM database and created drawings for internal rent charge backs. Completed drawing requests from clients as required. Assisted with creation of Regional CAD Drawing Standards for working drawings. Performed various Building Condition Assessments (BCAs) and data capture exercises.

Brampton, On

Lead the 2011 United Way campaign at the Region of Peel. Recruited Champions (canvassers) and other volunteers, set goals for the campaign, inspired leadership, built awareness of United Way's impact, developed recognition programs to thank participants, and organized events that provided opportunities for all employees to get involved. Surpassed the 2011 fundraising goal of $350,000 and raised $377,777. Increased overall pledge participation and leadership giving.

Brampton, On

Supported the 2010 United Way campaign co-chairs at the Region of Peel, in addition to completing regular duties as Coordinator Drawings. Canvassed for charitable donations used throughout the campaign.

Brampton, On

Brampton, On