Experience

Willstrong Construction and Development
• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee
• VP of Purchasing and Estimating

  • Jan 2023 - Present


Blue Water Venture General Contractors LLC.

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Owner

  • Mar 2009 - Present

  We are professional project management team, exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromising service, achieving impressive results for clients. This with a construction based acquisition, real estate, Performa, estimates, project management General Contracting for the clients in the industry. We are working with strategic partners, following up and reviewing the implementation of the logistical construction management process. We are responsible handle every aspect of the process of commercial and… Show more We are professional project management team, exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromising service, achieving impressive results for clients. This with a construction based acquisition, real estate, Performa, estimates, project management General Contracting for the clients in the industry. We are working with strategic partners, following up and reviewing the implementation of the logistical construction management process. We are responsible handle every aspect of the process of commercial and residential construction for achieving the agreed objectives of our customers. CGC1510757 Show less We are professional project management team, exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromising service, achieving impressive results for clients. This with a construction based acquisition, real estate, Performa, estimates, project management General Contracting for the clients in the industry. We are working with strategic partners, following up and reviewing the implementation of the logistical construction management process. We are responsible handle every aspect of the process of commercial and… Show more We are professional project management team, exceptional craftsmanship and uncompromising service, achieving impressive results for clients. This with a construction based acquisition, real estate, Performa, estimates, project management General Contracting for the clients in the industry. We are working with strategic partners, following up and reviewing the implementation of the logistical construction management process. We are responsible handle every aspect of the process of commercial and residential construction for achieving the agreed objectives of our customers. CGC1510757 Show less


V McBride Properties LLC
• Owner

  • Nov 2011 - Present


Woolems, Inc.

• United States

• Sr Estimator

  • 2008 - 2009

• Pre Construction Project Manager

  • 2007 - 2008

  Prepare Preliminary Budget while meeting with owner to evaluate scope of work by planning from entitlement, plan preparation and approval of the project development. Taking projects from due diligence to handing projects over to the construction team for horizontal and vertical build out Preparing budget outline by feasibility analysis of new land or project acquisitions and for processing tentative or preliminary Sqf pricing. Outline allowance items and assign an appropriate dollar value to… Show more Prepare Preliminary Budget while meeting with owner to evaluate scope of work by planning from entitlement, plan preparation and approval of the project development. Taking projects from due diligence to handing projects over to the construction team for horizontal and vertical build out Preparing budget outline by feasibility analysis of new land or project acquisitions and for processing tentative or preliminary Sqf pricing. Outline allowance items and assign an appropriate dollar value to the project. Assist in development and creating product selection outline with the architect. Preparing and achieving operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews for the construction documents. Preparing and completing action plans, implementing production, productivity, quality and standards, resolving problems, determining system improvements and making proposals to implement change. Work with architect to create cost savings ideas, to review plans and to offer technical and cost effective solutions to design. Meet with subcontractors to get opinions to technical questions and scope for the final construction documents. Outline products that the designer, consultants and owner will need to make selections, then identify products right for the project. Write specifications and scope with the input of the subcontractor proposals and supplier bids into the specifications for contract. Negotiate final scope, price and subcontractor contract documents for the agreement of the project. Assign labor and material amounts to specifications and scope. Meet with clients and owners to present specifications and present cost for review. Work with construction team to assist in writing change orders. Continually seek out new materials, cost saving techniques, methods and procedures, while assuring that unit cost pricing is current.



Coscan Construction

• United States
• Construction

• Pre Construction Project Manager

  • 2006 - 2007

  Was a specific responsibility for providing the authority with an overall efficient, skillful, and timely procurement process. Coordinates with the Departments in the Authority and assessment of purchasing needs and facilitates the contract process. Coordinates, plans, and implements the contractual strategies for the total procurement program. Set up drafts regulations that govern the procurement process as well as policy and procedures for the subordinates and other personal to operate by… Show more Was a specific responsibility for providing the authority with an overall efficient, skillful, and timely procurement process. Coordinates with the Departments in the Authority and assessment of purchasing needs and facilitates the contract process. Coordinates, plans, and implements the contractual strategies for the total procurement program. Set up drafts regulations that govern the procurement process as well as policy and procedures for the subordinates and other personal to operate by. Regularly meets with all Department Heads to convey policies, confirm requests, to advise on anticipated requirements, and to foster better communications and improvement of service. Regularly performed compliance duties by rigorously checking all contracts, monitoring contractor and vendor performance, monitored and reported on minority contractor and vendor programs to meet the needs of the project. Monitored and evaluated the progress of the Procurement and Materiel Management Department towards meeting goals and makes adjustments in objectives, work plans, schedules and commitments of resources. Provided daily planning and administration, through subordinates, in the areas that was assigned with the following actions: supervision, proportioned and training of personnel within the department related to the Department's programmatic areas. Show less Was a specific responsibility for providing the authority with an overall efficient, skillful, and timely procurement process. Coordinates with the Departments in the Authority and assessment of purchasing needs and facilitates the contract process. Coordinates, plans, and implements the contractual strategies for the total procurement program. Set up drafts regulations that govern the procurement process as well as policy and procedures for the subordinates and other personal to operate by… Show more Was a specific responsibility for providing the authority with an overall efficient, skillful, and timely procurement process. Coordinates with the Departments in the Authority and assessment of purchasing needs and facilitates the contract process. Coordinates, plans, and implements the contractual strategies for the total procurement program. Set up drafts regulations that govern the procurement process as well as policy and procedures for the subordinates and other personal to operate by. Regularly meets with all Department Heads to convey policies, confirm requests, to advise on anticipated requirements, and to foster better communications and improvement of service. Regularly performed compliance duties by rigorously checking all contracts, monitoring contractor and vendor performance, monitored and reported on minority contractor and vendor programs to meet the needs of the project. Monitored and evaluated the progress of the Procurement and Materiel Management Department towards meeting goals and makes adjustments in objectives, work plans, schedules and commitments of resources. Provided daily planning and administration, through subordinates, in the areas that was assigned with the following actions: supervision, proportioned and training of personnel within the department related to the Department's programmatic areas. Show less



WCI Communities

• Real Estate
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Purchasing

  • 2004 - 2007

  Planned, organized, and assisted in organizing and directing the activities of the team in the organization of construction materials. Our primary function was to obtain large quantities of these materials, supplies, equipment and labor through public contract procedures, negotiations, or agreements. Furthermore, directed activities involved in obtaining services through contracts, as well as, apply sound supervisory principles and techniques needed in building and maintaining effective… Show more Planned, organized, and assisted in organizing and directing the activities of the team in the organization of construction materials. Our primary function was to obtain large quantities of these materials, supplies, equipment and labor through public contract procedures, negotiations, or agreements. Furthermore, directed activities involved in obtaining services through contracts, as well as, apply sound supervisory principles and techniques needed in building and maintaining effective responsibilities of the required contract documents. Oversee flow of work for the department and coordinate professional and administrate staff. Conduct staff meetings, hire and train staff members, and solicit bids for onsite construction. Negotiates subcontractor increases if and when appropriate. Negotiate and close subcontractor and vendor contracts. Resolve issues with vendors and staff. Generate budgets and performa’s that establish product features and options. Establish and maintain bids and takeoffs by product. Ensure vendor and national contract rebates are timely and expedient. Establish rebate schedule by job. Analyze market and delivery conditions to meet current or future material availability and competitive pricing. Show less Planned, organized, and assisted in organizing and directing the activities of the team in the organization of construction materials. Our primary function was to obtain large quantities of these materials, supplies, equipment and labor through public contract procedures, negotiations, or agreements. Furthermore, directed activities involved in obtaining services through contracts, as well as, apply sound supervisory principles and techniques needed in building and maintaining effective… Show more Planned, organized, and assisted in organizing and directing the activities of the team in the organization of construction materials. Our primary function was to obtain large quantities of these materials, supplies, equipment and labor through public contract procedures, negotiations, or agreements. Furthermore, directed activities involved in obtaining services through contracts, as well as, apply sound supervisory principles and techniques needed in building and maintaining effective responsibilities of the required contract documents. Oversee flow of work for the department and coordinate professional and administrate staff. Conduct staff meetings, hire and train staff members, and solicit bids for onsite construction. Negotiates subcontractor increases if and when appropriate. Negotiate and close subcontractor and vendor contracts. Resolve issues with vendors and staff. Generate budgets and performa’s that establish product features and options. Establish and maintain bids and takeoffs by product. Ensure vendor and national contract rebates are timely and expedient. Establish rebate schedule by job. Analyze market and delivery conditions to meet current or future material availability and competitive pricing. Show less



AutoBuilders General Contracting Services, Inc.

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Estimator

  • Mar 2003 - Apr 2004

  Review and qualify proposals from subcontractors for the required plans and specifications for the duties for specific divisions. Takeoff materials for plans and specification for the balance of subcontractors bid proposal. Prepare conceptual estimates, value engineering and cost effective construction alternatives. Review and qualify proposals from subcontractors for the required plans and specifications for the duties for specific divisions. Takeoff materials for plans and specification for the balance of subcontractors bid proposal. Prepare conceptual estimates, value engineering and cost effective construction alternatives.



Ocean Gate General Contractors

• Estimator

  • Mar 2002 - Mar 2003

  Review and qualify proposals from subcontractors for the required plans and specifications for the duties for specific divisions. Takeoff materials for plans and specification for the balance of subcontractors bid proposal. Prepare conceptual estimates, value engineering and cost effective construction alternatives. Review and qualify proposals from subcontractors for the required plans and specifications for the duties for specific divisions. Takeoff materials for plans and specification for the balance of subcontractors bid proposal. Prepare conceptual estimates, value engineering and cost effective construction alternatives.


Commercial Construction Division
• Construction
• PM/Estimator

  • 2002 - 2003


EPIK Communications

• United States
• Research Services

• Network Project Manager

  • Jan 2001 - Mar 2002

  Managed and organized construction of SONET optical telecommunication rings in Metro Miami area. Apply principles of TQM, QC, and quality improvement to the final construction product. Evaluated and approved/disapproved design changes; make recommendations which led to cost reductions. Overseeing and resolve complex contractual issues with contractor and municipalities. Developed, prepared phasing requirements and ensured that construction was controlled and maintained timely delivery. Provide… Show more Managed and organized construction of SONET optical telecommunication rings in Metro Miami area. Apply principles of TQM, QC, and quality improvement to the final construction product. Evaluated and approved/disapproved design changes; make recommendations which led to cost reductions. Overseeing and resolve complex contractual issues with contractor and municipalities. Developed, prepared phasing requirements and ensured that construction was controlled and maintained timely delivery. Provide the day-to-day leadership to the cross-functional implementation team to ensure the successful launch of one or more full scale new markets in the Miami metro area. Full accountability for project plans, schedules, budgets and resolution of issues and on-time market launches. Develop, manage and report on project plans, milestones, critical dates, and make recommendations on execution based on project performance versus targets. Identify, resolve and/or escalate issues and risks. Ensure achievement of program objectives. Project managed customer Optical and Digital circuits from Point "A" to Point "B". Show less Managed and organized construction of SONET optical telecommunication rings in Metro Miami area. Apply principles of TQM, QC, and quality improvement to the final construction product. Evaluated and approved/disapproved design changes; make recommendations which led to cost reductions. Overseeing and resolve complex contractual issues with contractor and municipalities. Developed, prepared phasing requirements and ensured that construction was controlled and maintained timely delivery. Provide… Show more Managed and organized construction of SONET optical telecommunication rings in Metro Miami area. Apply principles of TQM, QC, and quality improvement to the final construction product. Evaluated and approved/disapproved design changes; make recommendations which led to cost reductions. Overseeing and resolve complex contractual issues with contractor and municipalities. Developed, prepared phasing requirements and ensured that construction was controlled and maintained timely delivery. Provide the day-to-day leadership to the cross-functional implementation team to ensure the successful launch of one or more full scale new markets in the Miami metro area. Full accountability for project plans, schedules, budgets and resolution of issues and on-time market launches. Develop, manage and report on project plans, milestones, critical dates, and make recommendations on execution based on project performance versus targets. Identify, resolve and/or escalate issues and risks. Ensure achievement of program objectives. Project managed customer Optical and Digital circuits from Point "A" to Point "B". Show less



Fluor Daniel

• United States

• BIC / OSP Engineer

  • May 1998 - Apr 2000

  Level (3) Project , Chicago, Denver and Houston Managed subcontractor personnel in the construction and operation of assigned activities. Management, coordination, administration of entrances to terminate and distribute telecommunication equipment into buildings. Provide preliminary site surveys for building entrance construction requirements and equipment space availability. Acquisition, negotiation, designing and construction of Point of Presents (POPs) telecommunication site. Testing… Show more Level (3) Project , Chicago, Denver and Houston Managed subcontractor personnel in the construction and operation of assigned activities. Management, coordination, administration of entrances to terminate and distribute telecommunication equipment into buildings. Provide preliminary site surveys for building entrance construction requirements and equipment space availability. Acquisition, negotiation, designing and construction of Point of Presents (POPs) telecommunication site. Testing and implementing of fiber optics of Outside Plant (OSP) Ring• Perform day -to-day operational functions associated with execution and responsibly for construction monitoring and support. Provide and maintain construction safety guidance and documentation outside plant and inside plant construction. Show less Level (3) Project , Chicago, Denver and Houston Managed subcontractor personnel in the construction and operation of assigned activities. Management, coordination, administration of entrances to terminate and distribute telecommunication equipment into buildings. Provide preliminary site surveys for building entrance construction requirements and equipment space availability. Acquisition, negotiation, designing and construction of Point of Presents (POPs) telecommunication site. Testing… Show more Level (3) Project , Chicago, Denver and Houston Managed subcontractor personnel in the construction and operation of assigned activities. Management, coordination, administration of entrances to terminate and distribute telecommunication equipment into buildings. Provide preliminary site surveys for building entrance construction requirements and equipment space availability. Acquisition, negotiation, designing and construction of Point of Presents (POPs) telecommunication site. Testing and implementing of fiber optics of Outside Plant (OSP) Ring• Perform day -to-day operational functions associated with execution and responsibly for construction monitoring and support. Provide and maintain construction safety guidance and documentation outside plant and inside plant construction. Show less