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Yonkers, Ny, Us

New York, Ny

As Director at Jones Lang LaSalle for the JP Morgan Chase account, I led a team of five project managers and was responsible for more than 40 strategic infrastructure projects across the Eastern Region. My role involved navigating complex project details to ensure timely and effective outcomes, fostering team collaboration to adhere to schedules and budgets, and serving as the key liaison between stakeholders and project teams. My strategic approach and leadership ensured projects aligned seamlessly with organizational goals while maintaining robust communication and project transparency.• Updated the five-year capital plan, enhancing strategic clarity and financial foresight.• Conducted SWOT analyses to streamline workflows and bolster organizational efficiency across multiple departments.• Developed a comprehensive RACI matrix for better role clarity and efficiency in project management.• Instituted weekly reporting metrics for enhanced tracking of project progress and financial health.

New York City Metropolitan Area

As Project Manager at JRM Construction Management, I managed complex interior alteration projects with budgets surpassing $50 million. My responsibilities included leading project planning, scheduling, and budgeting efforts, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance, and adjusting project trajectories to meet all goals. My vigilant management ensured all projects adhered to stringent safety and regulatory standards while keeping stakeholders informed through detailed reports.• Directed large-scale tenant buildouts for Blackstone, including a state-of-the-art corporate event space, totaling over 140,000 square feet.• Successfully managed a critical project across four floors, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder satisfaction.

New York, New York, United States

Greater New York City Area

In my role as Director at VVA LLC, I delivered expert construction management services for large-scale commercial interior alteration projects. I was pivotal in overseeing all project management phases, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the highest standards of quality. My strategic oversight included client consultations to align project goals with business objectives and implementing advanced risk management protocols to safeguard against delays and cost overruns.• Managed renovations of over 2.25 million square feet of commercial space, significantly improving client satisfaction and compliance with project scopes.• Leveraged innovative management techniques and technologies to enhance project efficiency and quality.• Cultivated enduring client relationships, securing repeat business through exceptional project delivery.

Greater New York City Area

As Owner of Half Moon Corp., I drove significant business growth through strategic business development and comprehensive operational management. I developed and executed strategic plans to expand market reach and enhance service offerings, focusing on building robust relationships with key industry stakeholders. My role encompassed managing client relations, overseeing project management, and maintaining rigorous financial oversight, paired with targeted market analyses to pinpoint growth opportunities and refine competitive strategies.• Successfully launched and grew a consulting firm, generating over $200k in annual revenue, thus elevating the company's market presence.• Established the company as a trusted real estate consulting service provider, fostering sustainable long-term client relationships.• Implemented cost-saving strategies that optimized profitability and resource efficiency.

1251 Avenue Of The Americas, New York, New York

In my tenure as Vice President at Sentinel Real Estate Corp., I managed extensive capital and interior renovation projects across multiple states, aligning project execution with financial and schedule commitments. My contributions were pivotal in supporting acquisition strategies and managing construction budgets essential for capital and lease agreements. I excelled in creating detailed executive reports and leading strategic presentations, ensuring alignment with the company's long-term goals.• Directed 11 major commercial infrastructure projects with a total value exceeding $100 million, meeting all strategic objectives within budget and time constraints.• Played a key role in enhancing acquisition strategies and asset management through detailed industry analysis and budget insights.• Fostered strong stakeholder relationships by ensuring consistent communication and regular updates on project performance.

New York, Ny

As a Senior Project Manager at SL Green Realty Corp., I led numerous capital and interior renovation projects across Manhattan, focusing on strategic alignment and budget adherence. My responsibilities included budget development, compliance with local codes, and financial management of contractor and vendor operations. I was instrumental in supporting the company’s strategic acquisition initiatives and budget planning through detailed insights and reporting.• Managed over 75 commercial projects with a combined budget of more than $500 million, achieving all targets related to timelines and financial constraints.• Improved project performance and contract compliance through enhanced negotiation strategies and management practices.• Developed and implemented training programs that significantly improved team capabilities and project outcomes.• Contributed strategically to corporate acquisitions and financial planning through adept budget management and comprehensive industry expertise.

New York, Ny

Manage and direct capital and interior renovation projects. Oversee capital and interior construction projects with focus on budget and schedule conformance, and overall performance. Negotiate with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, and originate and administer construction contracts. Develop capital and lease related construction budgets. Administer the permit process utilizing knowledge local code requirements. Process contractor and vendor invoicing and documentation. Disseminate all information as required for efficient and effective project management. Provide budget support and general industry knowledge and insight on new acquisition underwriting. Design and develop executive reporting and participate in team budget and annual performance presentations. Train, guide and develop administrators and assistant project managers to be more engaged in overall management responsibilities and techniques. Work closely with Leasing and Operations team members to successfully execute company strategy.

United States

Plan, direct and coordinate all aspects of facility management including regular maintenance, emergency service, expansions, renovations, and infrastructure. Develop and create a facilities management structure to keep pace with the growth plan of the company. Expanded operations from a regional NYC company with 6 locations to a national operation with 41 locations in New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Connecticut, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston, Washington, and Miami. Program, direct and coordinate up to 7 major capital projects and over 30 small projects per year including new site development. Develop quality control processes to ensure consistent and predictable performance and construction. Develop and train a team to execute facilities maintenance and construction projects and processes. Create project teams and ensure goals are accomplished within time and cost parameters. Monitor and supervise the team's performance and identify/resolve problems. Liaison and oversee coordination between the operating group and the facilities team.

New York Ny

Oversee and direct the installation of a high efficiency central chiller plant and electrical service substation at Metropolitan Hospital in New York City.Direct and coordinate daily activities using project schedules as a basis for planning.Meet project safety, cost quality, and schedule goals.Execute construction according to project specifications and drawings.Interface between client, customer, contractor, and design team.Review and prepare requests for information and change orders.Review contractor invoicing.Process shop drawings and design documents.Hold construction and coordination progress meetings.Provide reporting and documentation of all construction activities

New York, Ny

Oversee and direct capital improvement projects

New York, Ny

Managed commercial interior alteration projects

New York, Ny

Solicited and developed new business relationships the New York City Metropolitan Region. Research and develop new business opportunities and provide technical support and construction management expertise for ongoing projects.

New York, Ny

Supervised and managed over 6.5 million square feet of commercial real estate in New York City and suburban Boston.Develop rent collection procedures that reduced accounts receivables by over 80%Plan, develop and administer all operating and capital budgets.Plan and negotiate contracts, and manage over one million square feet of asbestos abatementReduced abatement cost by 50% and saved owners over $50 million.Develop improved service contract specifications that reduced costs by 20% without reducing level of services provided.Perform underwrite inspections and prepared reports and budgets for property acquisitions.Perform property takeover on several new buildings.Experienced with managing mixed use condominiums, institutional investors, private investors, real estate partnerships, distressed properties, and properties positioned for sale.Perform major renovation and repositioning projects in New York City.Awards won include BOMA's Operating Building of the Year and Landmark Restoration of the Year (551 Fifth Avenue).Properties managed achieved a renewal rate in excess of 95%.

New York, Ny

Design team leader for commercial and industrial asbestos abatement projects. Design and monitor over 20 large scale asbestos abatement projects totaling in excess of 3 million square feet. Performed over 150 asbestos investigations and inspections along with abatement and remediation consulting.

Directed and managed commercial building interior alterations totaling over one million square feet and $100 million. Project Manager for the Dean Witter Reynolds Headquarters Consolidation Project in the World Trade Center. Prepare all budgets and scheduling for over 30 individual projects. Manage all aspects of the construction process including value engineering, bidding, contracting, construction, punch list, and sign off with a staff of 10 office and 30 field personnel and over 50 subcontractors. Installations included trading floors, executive office space, health club, general office space, electrical substation and risers, security systems, telecommunications systems and risers, cafeterias, and computer facilities.

Greater New York City Area

Managed new construction of industrial HVAC systems for contracts totaling over $14 million.Managed the installation and start up of a 3,000 ton chiller plant, underground pipelines, 175 cooling units and associated piping and the installation and start up of Honeywell's first PC based building management system, with a staff of three foremen and over 50 steamfitters, plumbers, mechanics, technicians, and tradesman.