Experience

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  Arsenal New York

  • 275, West 39th Street, New York NY 10018, USA

  • Director of Production&Estimating

    • Oct 2021 - Present
    • 275, West 39th Street, New York NY 10018, USA

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  Duggal Visual Solutions

  • New York, NY, United States

  • Director of Fabrication

    • Oct 2018 - Oct 2021
    • New York, NY, United States

    Involved in all phase of display engineering, fabrication and installation

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  VBFabrications

  • Greater New York City Area

  • President

    • Jan 2017 - Oct 2021
    • Greater New York City Area

    After many years dedicate on growing my reputation and career at the same time i was become more and more ego to be able to supply one of the best quality product in the industry .in the past week I decide that was time for me to be able reach out and help in various area of the industry , to build a business that I am so proud of it .VB Fabrication is new in the entity but old in the experience that I preserve , after 40 year in the industry of Displays, tradeshows, architectural metal, Millwork and in store displays , it can bring the same experience to every one else it is willing to let me know help them make the next statement

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  GUILD

  • Advertising Services
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Director of fabrication

    • Nov 2015 - Jun 2016

    The first goals was to reorganized the shop and improved all fabrication technic and efficiency .Purchased new equipment needed in printing and some in metal fabrication department . Organized approach to improve quality and success . Making the last 6 month the most successful that they were .

  • Senior Fabrication Manager

    • Oct 2015 - Nov 2015

    Responsible for all face of fabrication and in house printing , coordinate with PM for the best timeline and maintain budget to archive client goalQuickly demonstrating leadership to earn promotion to Director of Fabrication

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  Duggal Visual Solutions

  • Brooklyn navy yard

  • Senior fabrication manager

    • Jul 2015 - Oct 2015
    • Brooklyn navy yard

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  Geoff Howell studio

  • New York

  • Production Manager

    • Nov 2012 - Jul 2015
    • New York

    Responsible for all phase of engineering, scheduling and fabrication of all in house large window and in store displays department, high end metal, architectural woodworking, plastic fabrications for all major retail store, including Armani, Hugo Boss, Sunglass Hut and many others . Responsible for material selection and research to obtain best and most cost effective results in order to maintain client goal and budget, Direct and assist 15 cabinet makers and painting department for the all phase of production. Handle all purchasing and negotiation with all vendors. Act as a general manager and discuss with owner all company needs, including the need of job cost system, took major role in the implementation of it , organized the shop and created new department , metal fabrication all done in house since february 2013 . Purchase all graphics production equipment for all in house production of all of clients needs

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  TheDisplayshop

  • Greater New York City Area

  • Director of Fabrications

    • Oct 2011 - Sep 2012
    • Greater New York City Area

    Responsible for all engineering and detail fabrication. Material research and new technique for archiving the best results and staying in budget .Manage a group of 4 designers/project managers to oversee from initial phase of design until completion and install of all projects for our top of the line clientele which includes: Prada, Ferragamo JCrew , Kenneth Cole, Adidas, Coach , and many others .and displays fabricator; responsible for all phases of window and in store displays; from print production to in house millwork fabrication. Research and develop of new method and material for industry high demands. Interacted as liaison between OneSource and the client, manage projects from beginning phase, design and engineering to end, fabrication execution and installation. Attended meetings for initial budgeting and created original concept and scope of project. Managed large projects in house or outsourced.

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  One Source Printing & Graphics

  • Senior Estimator/Project/Production Manager

    • Nov 2008 - Sep 2011

    Responsible for all phase of engineering, scheduling and fabrication of all in house large window and in store displays department, high end metal, architectural woodworking, plastic and vacuum form fabrications for all major retail store, from Prada Milano to Ferragamo, Panerai, Kenneth Cole and many others .In additional responsible for house printing facility and production printing. Responsible for material selection and research to obtain best and most cost effective results in order to maintain client goal and budget .

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  Gilbert display

  • Senior Estimating & Purchasing Department Manager

    • Sep 2007 - Oct 2008

    responsible for controlling and approving all purchases, subcontracts and outsourcing for every project. Projects range in size from 10,000 to a high 7 figure of varying complexity and special requirements.Interface and collaborate with Project Managers inclusive of engineering of every project. Tracking of project costs to determine variances of actual vs. budgeted projections to enable work in process modifications and reengineering when appropriate.Institute new protocol and procedures for tracking of all additional billing items on every job beyond the scope of original quoted prices. Managed and supervised a 5 person department. Directly participate and review all estimates prepared by subordinates regarding Exhibits, Millwork, Permanent installations and Pop Units. Involve on job recaps and cost analysis at the end of every project to determine if targeted estimates were achieved and presents the results and analysis to management.Involved with outside resource in implementing a new computer system - program to track and interface: job costing, purchasing, sales and manufacturing of all projects.

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  Structural Display Inc

  • Senior Estimator

    • Jan 1990 - Aug 2007

    Promoted to a senior position by demonstrating dedication and perseverance in in completing the required tasks in a timely and professional manner.Implemented engineering and design criteria and coordinated shipping schedules.Interacted as liaison between Structural Display Inc. and the customer to manage, oversee and approve graphic designs with outside vendors. Specified content and nomenclature for preparation of invoices for client billing with annual gross sales of 20 + million dollars.Created Excel spreadsheet program with interfacing pivot tables to create detailed project cost estimates and selling prices with multiple what if scenarios for varying gross profit margins.Review and approve all letters of quote and project details prepared by the Sales staff prior to submittal to clients.

  • Assistant Estimator

    • Jan 1987 - Jan 1990

    Responsible for all product material research and pricing utilizing design criteria and budget constraints via the internet across a broad spectrum of sources through out the country including Canada. Assisted senior position in overall Project Development and Scheduling.Continuously inspected exhibit progress by checking specifications of the product and quality of assembly. Instituted a working and effective policy for quality controls.Developed and enhanced interpersonal skills by working cooperatively with Senior Management, Sales and Marketing, Finance, Freight Logistics and customers.

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  structural display

  • estimator

    • 1978 - 2007

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  Structural Display Incorporated

  • Cabinet Maker

    • Jan 1978 - Jan 1987

    Further enhanced carpentry skills by designing, constructing, and installing cabinetry.Produced quality displays for corporate clientele that were assembled for tradeshows, showrooms, and museum exhibits.Helped internal organizational development to create portable display techniques that maximize profitability and satisfy consumer marketability Learned to multitask in a high volume, fast paced environment and manage time restrictions. Skills * AutoCAD Certified User * Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointCapable of professionally manipulating files in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator InDesign CS5, and Onyx PosterShop ripHands on experience in digital and large format printing from file prep to output using all different material .Hands on experience in Logic_estiamting3Capable of using all Netscape Navigator, Mozilla Firefox and Explorer applications