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2007/2009- VP; Oversee daily field and office operations of a construction corporation handling residential and commercial projects including customer relations.Develop and successfully launch and execute plans for new projects, including but not limited to project planning, budgeting, scheduling and close outReview project, scope of work, estimates, bids, proposals, contracts and budget for contracted servicesProvide regular on-site management and quality check to ensure project time line , budget requirements and construction in accordance with contract documentsEstablish and monitor key metrics and provide regular reports on projectsCoordinate the schedule and work with subcontractors and designer's Review and correct blueprints including utilities layoutSchedule, conduct and participate in project meetingsNegotiate subcontract agreements, purchase orders and general contractsMaintain records, collect data, confer with architect concerning areas of construction coordination issues Receive and log samples and shop drawings required to be furnishedReview applications for payment submitted by the contractorsListen to clients and consider the suggestions and recommendations, evaluate them and review for final decision.Review final punch list and return for correction, check off items prior to project close outReview any minor conflicts that may arise during construction, make recommendations for solutions to the conflict, in order for specifications and /or details to be correctedResponsible for Loss Control ProgramWork closely with City officials and maintain excellent relationship with internal and external customers. Provide continuous support to the upper management and provide necessary leadership.

Responsible for organization and execution of the project, coordination and overseeing daily field and office activities. Decision making on modifications to the project in order to keep it within budget and time commitment. Assurance that project upholds current purchasing and industry standards.Work closely witch architects and engineers in reviewing drawing and specificationsSchedule, conduct and participate in project meetings(safety ,sales and with customers)Provide coordination to establish and gain consensus on project goals, objectives, schedules using project management tools for reporting project status and progress improvements to customers and upper managementEvaluate subcontractors performance and conduct daily inspectionsResponsible for proper utilities installations Customer Service Management Manage project within budget Create a positive impression through direct actions and service the public good through effectively partnering with government, industry and community organizations. Accomplishments: Member of Safety Committee developed and created Land Development check list for Preconstruction Acceptance and Projects turn over.

Responsible to oversee the day-to-day job site operations.Supervise on site construction from the installation of the subdivision improvements to the completion of the project. Responsible to implement the site plan, develop and update construction schedules and reports,Update blueprints, inspect all work during the construction to ensure compliance with plans, building codes and specifications, Resolve construction issues daily, approve subcontractors purchase orders and invoices for payments, manage material deliveries,Set up and open Operation Centers, Sales Offices, built Model Homes, Develop good relation ships with municipalities and Homeowner Associations. Conduct pre-construction and pre-drywall meetings with future homeowners. Complete rough punches and C/O's inspect work daily. Conduct weekly safety meetings and inspections. Supervise and train field personnel at job site, help Service Department resolve difficult issues.Conduct meetings with sales staff on regular basis to discuss site specifics and address concerns. Responsible for hiring superintendents, secretaries and laborers.Responsible for Customer Service Management Accomplishments: Member of Heighten Awareness Committee, develop and create signs for company wide usage, implement new TDH ideas for company program, resolved many Land Development job site specific issues, complete several Management Courses. Completed fast pace project in Palatine IL(83 homes from April till October) with highest H/A scores and closing 69" Zero Walk" homes (highest score within company). Recognized in Thank You letters send from customers to the upper management.

Responsible for preventive maintenance, daily inspections and staff supervision for a 230 Unit town-home style apartment complex. Duties involved: negotiating vendor contracts, scheduling and inspectionsSupply inventory and records keepingCarpentry, plumbing, electrical, low voltage, HVAC, appliance, various types of tiles installation (PVC/ceramic), drywall repairs, paintingPool maintenance including chemical treatments, system backwash, filters replacement, heather repairs etc. On-call dutiesWork order requests and emergency maintenance Landscape crew's supervision Prioritizing service calls, and follow-up upon completion Coordination of maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians