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New York, Ny

Senior Planning AnalystProfessional Highlights:► Software Proficiency: Demonstrated mastery in software infrastructure and data implementation, with proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid Estimating software, P6 Oracle software, and adept use of takeoff software such as On-Screen Takeoff, Stack, and Autodesk.► Training Leadership: Successfully orchestrated comprehensive HCSS Estimating Training programs for both novice and seasoned estimators, contributing significantly to skill development and organizational knowledge enhancement.► Strategic Leadership: Distinguished as the Team Lead for a company-wide initiative focused on estimating and cost accounting changes, showcasing exceptional leadership abilities and strategic acumen.► Industry Authority: As the Lead Senior Civil Estimator and Consultant, leveraged extensive industry knowledge and experience to provide invaluable insights and guidance for the seamless inclusion of data in the new Estimating systems, ensuring consistently successful project outcomes.► Technological Transition: Effectively managed the transition from sun-setting IT systems to a new HCSS Heavy Bid estimating system, guaranteeing a smooth and efficient technological shift.► Corporate Engagement: Provided strategic counsel and guidance as a team advisor for the company's reorganization of Estimating Means, Methods, and Specifications for multi-million dollar projects, contributing significantly to enhanced project planning and execution.► Education Advocate: Played a pivotal role in the Committee for ACE Mentoring and Scholarship awards, exemplifying an unwavering commitment to nurturing talent and advancing education within the industry.

Greater New York City Area

► Proficiently managed multimillion-dollar commercial real estate projects, overseeing Project Management responsibilities encompassing base building and infrastructure upgrades, as well as capital and tenant improvements at Google's NYC campuses.► Directed diverse projects exceeding 160,000 square feet in size, scope, and budget, with individual projects valued up to $20 million, spanning 60,000 square feet. Project types ranged from structural renovation to office fit-outs, mechanical upgrades, occupancy changes, and strict adherence to codes and standards.► Successfully oversaw the construction of Google's NYC Café, catering to 1,500 daily patrons, along with media rooms for advanced marketing technology, entertainment areas, and fitness facilities for Google employees. All projects were delivered within established timelines and under budget.► Day-to-day responsibilities involved close collaboration with Owners throughout project phases, from programming and schematic design to construction. Tasks included budget preparation, project schedule management, change order approval, and comprehensive project status reporting.

Newark, Nj

► Proven track record in complex project management and infrastructure enhancement within higher education.► Key Role at Rutgers University: Driving the integration and transformation of UMDNJ into Rutgers.Achievements:►Led $3M FEMA claims documentation post-Hurricane Sandy in two locations, revitalizing a multimillion-dollar claim project.► Spearheaded modernization of 400,000 sq. ft. of roofing systems across Newark and Piscataway campuses.► Oversaw programs, assessments, and improvements for over 1.2 million sq. ft. of paved areas.Implemented proactive risk mitigation procedures via binding contracts and scope refinement.Responsibilities:► Manage infrastructure upgrades, renovations, and capital improvements across Rutgers campuses.► Drive Codes and Standards compliance initiatives.► Foster collaboration with end-users and project sponsors.► Ensure seamless transitions for merged institutions.► Committed to excellence, leveraging extensive project management, infrastructure expertise, and risk management to fuel Rutgers University's growth.

"Seasoned professional in the development and construction industry, overseeing a company with an impressive annual revenue of $10 million. My career has been defined by a commitment to excellence and a track record of delivering exceptional results in property acquisition, development, and construction.►► Overall Impact:► Expertly guided corporate leaders in meticulous due diligence processes for residential and commercial property acquisitions and development projects, with a cumulative value of up to $6 million.Day-to-Day Excellence:► Led the operations of a $10 million construction consulting enterprise, driving success through a multifaceted approach.► Spearheaded critical project and land acquisitions, executing comprehensive feasibility reports that laid the foundation for sound decision-making.► Demonstrated my leadership acumen by assembling and effectively managing high-performing teams, consisting of 20+ project managers and skilled tradespeople, and seamlessly integrating additional consultants as needed.► Crafted meticulously detailed budgets and project-specific real estate plans, including sales and profitability projections, to ensure the successful execution of each endeavor.Accomplishments:► Bolstered the organization's bottom line through the implementation of value engineering principles, including the introduction of a cutting-edge project cost control system.► Enabled significant cost reductions while maintaining uncompromised quality, including:► Achieving a $500,000 reduction in project costs by strategically redesigning and reengineering processes for a $3 million multi-family development project.► Elevating per-project profitability by an impressive 5% through value engineering techniques and effective talent negotiation.► Saved $80,000 and streamlined construction schedules by four months through the adept application of contractor project management techniques.

Lead

>> General contracting/construction, real estate development and consulting.OVERALL IMPACT: Rapidly built company from start-up to double-digit ROI through leadership and operational acumen, holding employees accountable and driving legal efficiencies. DAY-TO-DAY: Constructed high-end home and apartment custom homes. Values: Up to $2.1M (home); $10M+ (total apartment building). Piloted renovations with mid- to high-end finishes. Daily: led sales, finance, marketing and field operations management.► Achieved 30% ROI for investors in 5 months by targeting prime properties and efficiently closing deals.► Provided general contracting for five, $3M-$12M mid-rise projects.► Drove $250k/year in revenues as co-founder of start-up High End Kitchen and Bath company/showroom that sold for $75k-$125k per home.

>> Single source for modular and building construction.OVERALL IMPACT: Transformed region that was $500k in the red with >$250k in receivables.DAY-TO-DAY: Piloted sales and project leadership across New York and New Jersey territory, bidding public and private projects. Included capital assets and lease agreement management; and sales, lease and new construction project projections.► Collected all debts and shrunk employee expense account abuse.► Led competitive negotiations in public sector even while ranked as second lowest bidder and battling severe economic downturn.

>> Management of large-scale redevelopments and consolidations as well as specialized renovations and restorations.Original employer, Quartaro & Associates, Inc., was later acquired by Jones Lang LaSalle.OVERALL IMPACT: Articulated millions of dollars in client projects through executive project summaries.DAY-TO-DAY: Guaranteed multimillion-dollar commercial real estate project effectiveness through savvy project management. Evaluated lease for construction compliance; selected and managed architects, engineers, general contractors, IT consultants and FF&E manufacturers. Managed client project schedule, budget, financials and costs.► Project managed clients' real estate ventures across New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut and Washington, D.C.► Project Highlights: $10M, Deutsche Bank; $1M 18k sq. ft. Chrysler Building and $8M VennWork (high-end corporate interiors); H&M and Cole Haan (retail). ► Met $1.2M budget goal to renovate top 3 floors of the Chrysler a finishing project that replaced abandoned World Board Room plans.

OVERALL IMPACT: Steered day-to-day activity management and construction resource scheduling. Led client budget and contractor procurement and safety efforts and executive project reporting.DAY-TO-DAY: Consummated and drove $30M national account directly after coming aboard. Provided comprehensive services: real estate, due diligence, schematic design and engineering, budget estimate and client relationship management.Project Manager – National Hertz Rental Car Account► Directed facilities development and construction for multimillion-dollar National Account (The Hertz Corporation). Reported to VP, construction and real estate.► Partnered strategically with real estate groups and business client regarding due diligence on acquisition parameters and project financing. Due diligence encompassed understanding the deal, from zoning to environmental issues to property condition assessments to constructability of the project. Overall, prepared clients' underwriting department for final approval.Purchasing Agent► Acted as lead purchasing agent on $50M construction project.► Managed all disciplines for complete project buy-out; negotiated financial trade contract.► Value-engineered trades with cost-overrun; contained costs while meeting schedule/design goals.► Negotiated final close out finances with contractors for $112M Performance Art Center project, achieving $2.5M project cost decrease. Project Superintendent | Project Engineer for Honeywell Chiller project and Childrens Home► Project managed second floor addition and expansion.

Senior Project Manager, Claremont Construction Group [Formerly, Claremont Construction Company]► Deepened savvy across interior construction area of expertise, adding value with budget acumen from heavy construction experience.► Managed $25M in interior projects: medical, hospitality, high-end corporate and retail. Estimated and managed engineers and architects; developed budgets; i.e., AT&T, Verizon.Project Engineer | Project Superintendent► Supported projects value up to $50M, including daily highway reconstruction and paving for construction projects (Project Engineer).► Managed projects value up to $10M: bridge deck/pier reconstruction (Project Superintendent).

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering

Activities and Societies: Tau Beta Pi, Chi EpsilonTau Beta Pi, Chi Epsilon, Cum Laude

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