Obtain challenging career related employment with the potential for advancement. Versatile business leader bringing 35 years of experience as accomplished Project Manager. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in Construction Management.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
President
RAY 1 REI, LLC
02.2020 - Current
Real Estate Investments and Consulting
Developed strong partnerships with cross-functional teams for improved collaboration and efficiency.
Led successful negotiations, resulting in increased profitability.
Professional Real Estate Administration
COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE
05.2015 - Current
Real Estate Sales and Marketing
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively .
Senior Construction Project Manager
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY, BUREAU OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE
07.2012 - Current
Supervises and reviews construction, repair, alterations of L&I facilities and structures
Supervises all of L&I JOC (Job Order Contracting) Projects
Supervise and perform, design, specifications, material research and estimating
Purchasing responsibilities P-Cards, shopping carts, PO’s, RTQ, RTP and scoring of contractors
Prepare data for permitting, space study’s and/or the support of leasing
Submitting permits and working thru the permit process with DGS, architects and BIOS
Monitor construction projects to assure compliance with PA construction codes
Presentations and related material for construction projects and/or for the purpose of education
Supervise Architectural Designer 1 and Building Maintenance Staff
Coordinate projects and services with L&I staff, vendors/contractors, architects/engineers and DGS
Maintain cost estimates, project data and electronic drawing file data
Perform EPR’s, approve leave, assure adherence of Union Rules and interview perspective employees.
Reduced construction costs by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
Improved project completion rates by implementing efficient scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
Ensured timely delivery of projects by closely monitoring progress and addressing potential roadblocks proactively.
Collaborated with architects, engineers, and designers to develop innovative solutions for complex construction challenges.
Real Estate Coordinator
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
10.2011 - 07.2012
Write, read and interpret leases, building plans and specifications
Reviewed requests for leasing of space for Commonwealth agencies
Negotiate real estate leasing transactions: amendments, renewals, alterations, and cancellations
Submit solicitations for new leases and work with contractors to build to suit for perspective
Coordinate with commonwealth employees, lessors, attorney’s architects, engineers and contractors
Conducted inspections of real estate to condition and compliance with leases specifications
Consult and provide guidance to representative’s state agencies, real estate brokers, and property owners to assure effective management of property.
Chief of Drafting and Design
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, BUREAU OF WATERWAYS ENGINEERING
12.1987 - 10.2011
Supervises all phases of contracts and drawings for the purpose of acquiring easements, maintaining structures and new construction
Supervise and perform design and geometric calculations
Read and interpret drawing, sketches, plans, maps and survey data
Collect data for the purpose of the development of contract drawings (courthouse research, material research, field investigations and interpellation of survey information)
Inspection of construction projects to assure compliance with contract drawings
Assigns work to employees, train and develop procedures and techniques utilizing Computer Aided Design Software
Presentations related to construction projects and/or for the purpose of education
Maintain equipment and make service arrangements, recommend purchases, order supplies (a variety of tools, paper products, chemicals for plotting and printing)
Perform EPR’s, approve leave and interview perspective employees
Resolve and consult on CAD problems for the Department of Environmental Protection.
Professional Real Estate Administration and Consultation
EXIT REALTY, CAPITAL AREA
06.2007 - 01.2010
Real Estate Sales, Management and Marketing
Professional Real Estate Administration and Consultation
HELP-U-SELL Real Estate
01.2003 - 05.2006
Real Estate Sales, Management and Marketing
Professional Real Estate Administration
COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE
04.1996 - 09.2002
Real Estate Sales and Marketing
Education
Architecture - Architectural And Building Technology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05.1986
Law and Practice - Real Estate Practice
Pennsylvania Real Estate Institute
Harrisburg, PA
AutoCAD Cert. and A+ Operating Systems and Hardware -
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
Skills
Revenue Generation
Business Planning
Process Improvement
Cost Control
Staff Management
Talent Recruitment
Company Representation
Public Speaking
Strategic Visioning
Marketing and Advertising
Empathy and Compassion
Organizational Skills
Technology Literacy
Time Management
Contract Management
Project Management
Staff Training
Contract Administration
Business Administration
Accomplishments
· Magnum Opus Award for Excellence
phone
717.497.5576
references
References available upon request.
Timeline
President
RAY 1 REI, LLC
02.2020 - Current
Professional Real Estate Administration
COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE
05.2015 - Current
Senior Construction Project Manager
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY, BUREAU OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE
07.2012 - Current
Real Estate Coordinator
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
10.2011 - 07.2012
Professional Real Estate Administration and Consultation
EXIT REALTY, CAPITAL AREA
06.2007 - 01.2010
Professional Real Estate Administration and Consultation
HELP-U-SELL Real Estate
01.2003 - 05.2006
Professional Real Estate Administration
COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE
04.1996 - 09.2002
Chief of Drafting and Design
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, BUREAU OF WATERWAYS ENGINEERING
12.1987 - 10.2011
Architecture - Architectural And Building Technology
Temple University
Law and Practice - Real Estate Practice
Pennsylvania Real Estate Institute
AutoCAD Cert. and A+ Operating Systems and Hardware -
Harrisburg Area Community College
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