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As the General Manager and Project Executive for the MCC-9-18 Program, with a budget of approximately $80 million, I manage and oversee a wide array of construction projects simultaneously. I lead a dedicated team of 19 professionals, including Project Managers, Schedulers, Estimators, Accountants, Safety Experts, Superintendents, and support staff. Together, we deliver construction management services to subcontractors, prioritizing small businesses and disadvantaged enterprises. Our work for the Miami Dade County Aviation Department ensures that construction projects at County Airports are executed efficiently, cost-effectively, and on schedule. Additionally, we host regular education and training seminars as part of our commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Responsibilities:Facilitate effective communication and coordination between the owner, architect, and design teams, ensuring a cohesive and collaborative approach to project delivery.Provided guidance and technical support to the project team, ensuring compliance with design specifications and industry standards.Maintained project schedule and managed changes throughout the design and construction phases.Oversaw the issuance of design and specification documents, promptly responding to Requests for Information (RFIs) and addressing Building Department comments.Actively participated in Building Department meetings, representing the organization and addressing any concerns or requirements.Conducted thorough bid vetting and qualification processes, as well as interacting with subcontractors during the value engineering phase to optimize project costs.Reviewed and dis/approve submittals. Issue minor design changes. Attended project meetings to contribute expertise and ensure effective project progress.Generated monthly field reports, identifying construction deficiencies and recommending appropriate corrective actions.Actively engaged in professional development activities to stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, ensuring the application of best practices in project execution.

Senior MEP Project Manager / Coordinating Engineer overseeing the Paraiso Complex located in Miami’s Edgewater District.The construction site spans 11 acres with 4 high rise towers between 46 and 54 stories, with a combined 1400 individual units being erected simultaneously. In addition, there are Eight 3-story, 3 to 5-bedroom townhouses fronting the park and bay as well as the Paraiso Beach Club, which is a Michael Schwartz restaurant and bar with attached marina. Amenities in 1-building include a 2-acre pool deck with a 100-ft. diameter lagoon swimming pool, pool side cabanas, cinema, bowling alley, tennis courts, party room, fitness center, spas & Jacuzzi’s. Units are provided private elevator foyers, imported Italian Cabinetry, floor to ceiling impact resistant windows and doors.

This $320 million design assist, fast-track project incorporates the demolition of an existing building, relocation of numerous large civil structures and piping followed by construction of a 1500 car parking garage, Central Plant, and an 11 story new headquarters building. There will be building façade updates on the remaining existing buildings. The LEED Gold new headquarters building is 11 stories tall at 365,000 square feet and fluctuates in footprint between levels. The building mimics a cruise ship in its changing floor plates, horizontal striated exterior bands, terraced decks, and an undulating form. While predominately office space; the building also includes a double height lobby with LED Video walls and floors bringing a full interactive experience to the employee. There will be Bluetooth recognition of the employee and dynamic signage interaction welcoming and directing the employee. In addition, AV LED Video walls will be strategically positioned throughout the building. There will be a cafeteria, auditorium, and event space at the top level. The adjacent garage is 9 stories high with an athletic track along the perimeter of the top floor and a soccer field and half-court basketball court in the middle. The southern end of the garage transitions into a 2-deck fitness center with 2 decks of central mechanical plant housing the generators, chillers, and cooling tower.

RITZ CARLTON RESIDENCESThe $240 million project was selective demolition of 6 existing buildings which comprised the former Miami Heart Institute. All were built as separate projects between 1960 and 1985. They were then converted into 110 Ritz Carlton Residences with a 5-floor parking garage and the 6th floor of the parking building having a pool, spas, and cabanas. All units were customized to the tenant’s specifications with sales prices between $4 million and $50 million. The campus includes a full property line dock with multiple boat slips provided with electric and potable water as well as fire protection. 8 waterside villas and 7 landside villas complete the project.

This $60 million restoration project was an entire upgrade of the 2 existing 5 story connected buildings anchored by a 12-story tower. Total guestroom occupancy inclusive of the Presidential Suite is 376 units. Moreover, the property houses a 24-hour flagship Walgreen’s and Tatel Restaurant. Scope of work included a complete roof change out, guest room and guest room corridors upgrades, façade renovation, and concrete restoration. MEP/Fx removal and replacement included the entire fire alarm system, addition of a DAS System, renovation of the Fire Command Center to include a new smoke control panel and sequence of operation. Additional MEP/Fx/Elevator/ change outs that were completed include 1.75Mv building emergency generator, 12 RTUs and AHUs, 78 Exhaust and MUA Fans, 411 Fan Coil Units, 11 elevators and all associated control and monitoring equipment.

Currently I am working on a high-rise condo in downtown Miami. My duties are to review, comment, assist with revision and coordinate the engineer of record’s designs for the MEP/FX systems using bridging documents. Then take these documents into the field and implement them through subcontractor coordination. I’m concurrently working as the Senior MEP/FX Project Manager and Senior MEP/FX Coordinating Engineer on this project.

As Chief MEP Engineer and now MEP PM on this fast track $750,000,000 design build project, my responsibilities include management of the engineering team, design review and controls as well as the integration of all mechanical systems in a coordinated manner to include Air Conditioning Systems, Vehicle Drive Ventilation, Performance Based Fire Protection Systems, Escalator/Elevator, Moving Walkways, Hydraulic Doors, Smoke Exhaust Systems, Ventilation Fan Systems, Normal and Emergency Electrical Systems, Diesel Fuel Delivery and Plumbing Systems. Special systems include CCTV, Annunciation, Telecommunication Systems, Security Door Systems, Fire Alarm (Traditional & VESDA), Building Management Systems, Baggage Handling System.The project is on more than 50 hectares and has a large infrastructure component consisting of an onsite Sewage Treatment Plant, Tricherator, Aircraft Re-fueling Systems and Utility Park with Chiller Plant, Reserve Water Tanks and multiple pump and generator systems, as well as an Air Traffic Control Tower designed by TYLIN International. The main terminal has a unique foot print designed by the UK Architects, Foster and Partners. Covering 80,000 square meters and 20 passenger gates with systems sized throughout the entire project such that a future expansion can be facilitated. The Construction Documents have been sent to procurement and I am transitioning to the evaluation, acquisition and management of the MEP, Fire and Conveyance Sub-Contractors as well as management of the Coordination Drawing Team.

Responsible for integration of all systems in a coordinated manner to include CCTV, Annunciation, Telecommunication Systems, Security Door Systems, Fire Alarm, Building Management Systems, Baggage Handling System, Escalator/Elevator, Hydraulic Doors, Smoke Exhaust Systems, Ventilation Fan Systems, Air Conditioning Systems, Vehicle Drive Ventilation, Fire Protection Systems, Normal and Emergency Electrical Systems, and Plumbing Systems. In addition responsibilities include: review of RFIs, cross monitoring, contractor relations, QA/QC testing, inspections, commissioning, pay applications, progress tracking.Select Completed ProjectsMiami International Airport, North Terminal Development Project, Miami, FL

As Senior Project Manager/Estimator, responsible for procuring and managing 8-11 major projects simultaneously, including high rise condominiums, hospital, industrial and commercial building projects.Select Completed ProjectsDeSoto Memorial Hospital, Arcadia, FL—144,000 sq. ft. hospital expansion to include multiple operating rooms, PACU, CS, GI Labs, Trauma Rooms, and 17 bed Emergency department. Upper level triple wing 26 patient rooms. Completely new MedGas system and potable water booster system. Cast iron DWV, Copper H2O, 64 CI Roof Drains.Palms at Riviera Dunes, Palmetto, FL—Two 12 story post tension condominium towers with a 4 story commons building located on the water. Cast Iron Sovent DWV system, Copper H2O w/triplex booster pump.Naples, Barron Collier, Lely and Immokalee High Schools—Modern Science Classroom Installations: emergency showers, eyewashes, acid waste, gas desk burners, kitchen replacement, heat exchangers, multiple large sport locker rooms, stadium restrooms and concession kitchens.WalMart Supercenter, Naples FL—256,000 sq. ft. mixed auto center, grocery and retail store.