Marcus Evans Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

In 2021 Ujamaa Construction promoted Marcus C. Evans to Director, Diversity & Community Engagement. He will be responsible for managing the operational, communication, and programmatic aspects of all diversity, equity, inclusion, and outreach for the company. His position directs, coordinates, and develops programs which enhance the culture of inclusion at Ujamaa Construction and outside the organizations. The Director contributes significantly to the diversification of our organization and staff. This position liaisons with Public, Private, Political, Non-for-Profit and Advocacy Agencies and Recruiting.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Responsible for setting goals, driving change and executing on company plans within the Aviation Division at O'Hare International Airport. Created and executed multi-million dollar budgets, maximized profits, and minimized loss. Set goals and critical millstones for logistics safety standards, compliance and cost for various construction projects. Led various work groups consisting of but limited to Project Managers, Project Engineers, Construction Staff and Administrative Workgroups. Change Manger responsible for forecasting and delivering results during all phases of project execution. Attracted, recruited, developed and retained key staff positions. Established relationships within and outside organization.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Managed the workflow design and construction activities of Auto Cad Designers, Network Engineers, Telecommunications Specialists, and Systems Design Engineers for the purpose of creating Technology System Upgrades for CTA. Managed large budgets, timelines, resource allocation, and workflow. Established relationships with key stakeholders. Facilitated scope and specification meetings with vendors to procure CISCO equipment, Teleste (NVRs), and Pelco (CCTV Cameras) for Rail Yard Projects. Led Johnson Control’s Project Team at document review and approval meetings with the Chief Informational Officer and CTA executive staff. Provided direction on the commencement and halt of all construction

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Provided full cycle Project Management and General Contracting services for the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA) and various other initiatives. Utilized Primavera 10.0 Expedition and Sure Trak Scheduling for the federally funded Weatherization Program and other rehabilitation services. Submitted the scope of work development, cost proposals, daily progress reports, scheduling initiatives, forecasting, value engineering, change orders, and risk assessment data to executive staff members. Performed site excavations and concrete work. Suggested marketing strategies for completed renovations.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Assumed complete responsibility for Executive Orders and Project Management activities for all aspects of construction. Duties included, but were not limited to, value engineering with product/method selection, set-up/mobilization of projects, awarding contracts, organizing/facilitating meetings, processing change orders, and closely monitoring schedule adherence. Developed, reviewed, submitted and tracked RFIs, Submittals, Change Orders, and closeout information for overall project development. Prepared construction budgets which included all subcontractor, vendor, internal direct costs, mark-ups, and miscellaneous contingencies through Expedition Project Management Software. Reviewed and approved all expenditures for assigned projects on a monthly basis. Ensured terms and conditions of contracts were met. Made sure concerns were addressed in a timely manner. Developed and implemented site specific safety plans. Ensured accountability for safe work practices at all times.

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Public Administration

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business Administration And Management, General