Laura Ma O'Connell

Project Executive at DBI Projects
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New York, New York, United States, US
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Albert Zgolinski

I worked with Laura while she was an assistant project manager for Columbia University on the Butler Library Rehabilitation Project. As the field representative for the design team, I found her to be an efficient and effective member of the project team. I could always count on her to deliver whatever she promised. She was thorough, detail oriented and conscientious in the tasks assigned to her. I would recommend her highly for any position as an owner's representative.

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Experience

    • United States
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Executive
      • Jun 2023 - Present

    • United States
    • Performing Arts
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • DIrector, Capital Projects and Construction
      • Jul 2017 - Present

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • AVP, Facilities and Capital Projects
      • Nov 2020 - Jun 2023

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Senior Project Manager
      • 2016 - 2017

      Managing the design and construction of a new 40K SF off-site ambulatory space in the new Essex Crossing development. Managing the design and construction of a new 40K SF off-site ambulatory space in the new Essex Crossing development.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Director of Capital Projects
      • Mar 2011 - Oct 2016

      The Director of Capital Projects is responsible for the oversight of a long term capital plan and budget for Teachers College, Columbia University which is located in New York City's Morningside Heights, and occupies approximately 1,000,000 square feet between academic and residential buildings. The Department of Capital Projects provides a multitude of services from planning through construction renovation to enhance the academic and residential buildings incorporating innovative design solutions, new technology, energy efficient initiatives, and ergonomic furniture solutions. The Capital Projects team maintains a high standard of quality of service and stewardship to maintain the client's primary needs, enhance the overall architectural experience, and enrich the teaching and learning atmosphere at Teachers College, Columbia University. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Construction Project Manager
      • Jun 2009 - Mar 2011

      Residential Facility Feasibility Strategy Study -Feasibility study of all residential properties (6 buildings) Exterior Remediation Project Phase II Design and Construction Phase -Roof and facade restoration design and implementation. Multiple Existing Vault Waterproofing and Structural Remediation Project Design and Construction Phase Capital Projects Capital Plan Planning and Pre-schematic Design Phase Residential Facility Feasibility Strategy Study -Feasibility study of all residential properties (6 buildings) Exterior Remediation Project Phase II Design and Construction Phase -Roof and facade restoration design and implementation. Multiple Existing Vault Waterproofing and Structural Remediation Project Design and Construction Phase Capital Projects Capital Plan Planning and Pre-schematic Design Phase

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Project Manager
      • Mar 2008 - Jun 2009

      Provide field management to communicate the client’s expectations and supervise progress to ensure schedule and goals. Accountable for establishing and managing schedules, budgets, quality control, direct interaction, communication with the client, CM and consultants. Supervise and direct designers and construction staff to maintain project directives. Directed and coordinated all construction projects in occupied buildings. Vassar Science Project TBD -Program and planning of options for new science facility. Juliet Bookstore Design Phase $4 million project cost -Core and shell, interior fit-out of the existing theatre for the bookstore with Barnes and Noble. Van Ingen Art Library Renovation Construction Phase $3 million project cost -Refurbishment to the original John McAndrew design. Van Ingen Exterior Restoration Construction Phase $3 million project cost -Restoration and rebuild of the existing masonry façade and the replacement of the roof structure. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Project Manager
      • 2000 - 2008

      Uris Public Space Renovation$10 million project cost-Renovation of two 75–seat classrooms. Feasibility and construction logistic study for a terrace enclosure and kitchen upgrades. Build out of new study rooms in Watson Library and the renovation of the 2nd and 3rd floors.Uris Lobby Renovation$2 million project cost-Renovation of the main entrance lobby and Student Academic Affairs reception area on the 100 Level with high end finishes.Fire Alarm Upgrade – Uris Hall, Computer Center, University Hall and Dodge Physical Fitness Center$1.6 million project cost-Installation of new and refurbished fire alarm systems. Avery Phase II StudyEstimated $30 million project cost-Feasibility study of Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library to include programming and conceptual design.Uris Hall Feasibility Study Estimated $13 million - $65 million project cost per option-Feasibility study for new public and student use spaces. Show less

    • Assistant Project Manager
      • 2001 - 2005

      Under the supervision of a Senior PM, interfaced with the client and CM on daily activities including coordination of design reviews, assessing existing conditions, coordinating for testing, turn-over, close out, and responsible for cost reconciliation. Butler Library Renovation $112 million project cost- Close out of Phase II and III- Phase IV refurbished stack elevators and renovated stacks 12-13. - Phase V design phase of the remaining HVAC, electrical, fire protection infrastructure, new roofing, façade renovation, renovation of levels 700-900.Renovation - 615 West 131st Street $10.62 million project cost- Renovation of fifth floor including upgrade of building systems: HVAC, electrical, fire protection, plumbing and elevators.Institute for Social and Economic Research & Policy (ISERP)/Language Resource Center (LRC) $8.4 million project cost- Interior fit-out and installation of a new elevator linking the IAB Show less

    • General Manager
      • 1996 - 1999

      Direct liaison of communication between designers and producers. Supervised and maintained the annual budget of $2 million. Conducted all business and financial duties. Coordinated and supervised full production team. Managing supervisor for the S.P.A.C.E. Fund program, which was a grant that awarded theatre companies to have the opportunity to perform at the Vineyard Theatre free of cost. Renovation Project – Vineyard Theatre, New York, NY - $20 million Client representative for the renovation of the main 120 seat theatre space, 75 seat black box space, and all theatre and staff operations space. Solely responsible for overseeing the planning, design and construction phase of the renovation. Maintained and communicated the objectives and expectations. Show less

Education

  • New York University
    BS, Anthropology
    2002 - 2004
  • The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
    Bachelor of Architecture
    1989 - 1994

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