~ Strategically sourced capital goods and services to ensure the highest quality at the lowest cost to meet timelines and budgets.~ Coordinated and managed all construction contracts.~ Coordinated and managed all consulting contracts and agreements.~ Managed relationships with strategic suppliers.

Responsible for all capital purchasing. Negotiate yearly and multi-year service agreements. Managed major contracts including; copiers, office supplies, cleanroom supplies, lab supplies, etc. Responsible for all contracts with onsite consultants. Handle all Material Transfer Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements and Master Services Agreements. Responsible for negotiating and implementing all construction contracts for onsite construction work.

Performed dual role for this fabricator and erector of structural steel, bar joist, metal deck, stairs, and handrails. Managed an annual budget of $3M ensuring purchase of the highest quality materials and supplies at the lowest cost. Guided the daily operation of the plant. Responsible for coordinating production activities required to meet output and quality goals while remaining within budget. Estimated and detailed both residential and commercial projects.Developed project timelines and communication plans for ongoing status reporting and final cost recaps to both General Management and client contacts. Developed methods to use the plant's staff and capital resources to best meet production goals - work schedules and task assignments. Functioned as the Safety Director for the company; regularly worked with OSHA on workplace safety initiatives.Utilized regular site visits during on-going projects to manage productivity and build customer relationships.

Developed and managed recreation programs and youth leaders. Planned, organized and led recreational activities to meet the needs of a varied customer group.Prepared and administered operating budgets for several park specialty programs.Supervised the everyday operation of a before and after school program with an annual budget of $230,000 which served 120+ participants per day. Managed the full service operation of a summer day camp program, serving up to 800 participants annually. Supervised the operation and maintenance of a community dog park.Recruited, hired, trained, scheduled and supervised a staff of up to 35 employees for the daily functions of the before and after school program, park district auditorium, recreation program facility and summer day camp.Served as a liaison between the district and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association for the IPRA Joint Purchase Program.