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Springfield, South Dakota

Scope: Direct the planning, scheduling, and inspection of facility repairs andconstruction/renovation projects to ensure schedules are met, budget constraints areadhered to, and quality of work is high.· Approve priorities of projects based on needs of the facility.· Create strategic plans regarding future facility modifications.· Review the progress of projects and verifies quality and cost effectiveness of work.· Direct the development of preventive maintenance schedules for all physical plant facilities and equipment.· Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements and acceptability of work.· Write technical aspects of requests for proposals and bid specifications.· Review and approve blueprints and building plans.· Ensure building projects do not adversely affect the mission of the facility.· Create and submit budget proposals to ensure an accurate representation of fiscal needs is presented and adequate funding is provided for physical plant operations.· Monitor expenditures to ensure the physical plant stays within allocated budget.· Attend budget meetings and explain and justifies need for requested funds.· Write long range and short-term plans for the physical plant to ensure future needs and forecasted improvements are clearly and completely documented.· Represent the facility at meetings with state, local, and federal agencies.· Direct custodial, grounds, and building security activities to ensure facilities are clean, hygienic, safe, and present a neat appearance.· Oversees the management of state-owned vehicle fleet to ensure effective usage and proper maintenance.· Supervise subordinate staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the work unit are met.· Interview and select staff.· Provide training and work direction.· Approve leave requests.· Address staff problems and recommend disciplinary actions.· Conduct performance appraisals and complete performance documents

Oversaw and assisted in the completion of 64 fully renovated units in Phoenix resulting in occupancy growth from 67% - 97% within 6 months. Oversaw and assisted in the completion of 36 fully renovated units in Tempe resulting in occupancy growth from 0% - 100% within 3 months. Constructed bid scopes, determined vendor and oversaw all CapX projects for 3 sites all undergoing major renovation including asphalt repair/ seal coat, pool construction, clubhouse reconstruction, numerous exterior projects and unit renovations in conjunction with overseeing and working the daily operations of a 161 unit, 45 year old site.

Proven Leader Consistent success in the management and development of Maintenance Supervisors at 28 multi-housing communities. Assisted in evaluating current and prospective maintenance employees in three regions (AZ, CA and NV). Hired and mentored various personnel and positions; resulting in 95% employment retention over the last 11 years. Leveraged experience in on-site training adhering to state, local and corporate compliance.Program Building Hands-on driver responsible for developing and implementing programs/procedure to ensure corporate integrity on all assets. Experienced taking new projects from start-up to maturity by developing plans that integrate with existing culture and programs. Coordinated the execution of emergency services protocol and environmental remediation procedure. Established and led corporate preventative maintenance initiative to gauge inherent risk internally.Developed scope for capital improvement opportunities and assisted in acquisitions for fee management.Client Focus Instrumental in the construction and justification of national contracts while developing and nurturing relationships with vendors. Cross-functional proficiency with internal and external clients to gather input, lead change and develop client-based success.

B.A, Literature/Art History

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