Sr. Asst. Project Manager

• Oct 2022 - Present

Assistant Project Manager

• Apr 2022 - Oct 2022

Core Focus▸Organize, coordinate, and track commercial construction projects ($200K - $18M), manage project schedules, and liaise with subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders from project initiation to closure. Manage and mentor Assistant Project Manager.Highlight of Contributions▸➞ Spearhead the contract execution process for commercial projects ▸Contract & PO management ▸Change orders ▸Invoice approvals➞ Delivered effective project controls, schedule management, and progress tracking ▸ Manage to performance standards ▸ Real-time cost reporting ▸ Project set-up and closeout documentation➞ Increased internal productivity through process improvements and training ▸Implemented standard operating procedures ▸Created tracking spreadsheets with relevant project details➞ Drove adoption of fiscal management and cost control ▸Overhauled internal cost codes giving visibility into project costs and real-time actuals ▸Partner with Controller and Accounting team to reconcile monthly payments and subcontractor invoices➞ Streamlined estimating and scheduling processes for subcontractors

Construction Administrator

• Jun 2020 - Apr 2022

Core Focus▸Coordinated and administered ~$114M in commercial construction contracts and assisted project managers throughout the project lifecycle.Highlight of Contributions▸➞ Drove project efficiency ▸Setup and implemented construction management system ▸Facilitated transparency and access to design development, review, invoice management, and financials➞ Trained subcontractors on construction management tool ▸Submission and review of invoices, change orders, and documentation➞ Owned and vetted project and subcontractor documentation ▸Obtained applicable licenses and state applications ▸Ensured adherence to regulatory guidelines ▸Leveraged construction database to maintain document control➞ Partnered with project managers in managing budgets ▸Generated cost analysis reports for each project ▸Liaised with Operations and Accounting on monthly billing and subcontractor payments

Administrative Manager, ECI Construction

• Oct 2018 - Jan 2020

Core Focus▸Supported day-to-day construction administration of multi-family development and construction projects, working with senior leadership, estimators, and project managers; supervised Construction Coordinator.Highlight of Contributions▸➞ Increased project efficiency and staff collaboration ▸Streamlined processes and established internal workflows ▸Implemented internal controls ▸Created tracking logs and charts of monthly deliverables➞ Cultivated relationships with vendors and sub-contractors ▸Improved communication, job performance, and on-time delivery➞ Initiated system setup and budgeting for all new construction and renovation projects ▸Processed change orders, approved invoices, and maintained project expenses ▸SME for payment applications and bank submissions

Senior Construction Coordinator, ECI Construction

• Mar 2018 - Oct 2018

Core Focus▸Supported construction management, administration, and subcontractor documentation for various multi-family residential projects.Highlight of Contributions▸➞ Prepared, verified, and coordinated distribution of all project documentation, equipment, and utilities➞ Obtained requisite insurance documentation and lien releases ▸Maintained and executed weekly vendor insurance expiration reports ▸Obtained and ensured accurate and up-to-date insurance➞ Initiated new project and subcontractor documentation ▸Prepared project files ▸Processed and verified POs and invoices.

Executive Assistant, ECI Management

• Apr 2011 - Mar 2018

Core Focus▸Recruited to provide administrative and project management support to COO and CFO. Promoted from AP CoordinatorHighlight of Contributions▸➞Managed financials for 30+ properties and corporate entities ▸Produced monthly reports ▸Prepared quarterly replacement reserve requests for lenders➞ Maintained contract documentation ▸Ensured annual documentation was up-to-date ▸Gained licenses and paid real estate taxes

Construction Coordinator & Accts Payable Clerk

• May 2006 - Jan 2010

Core Focus▸ Supported property management and senior leadership teams in managing 12 multi-unit apartment properties. Highlight of Contributions▸ ➞ Coordinated property budgets, vendor payments, and general project management ▸Vetted and processed all renovation-related invoicing ▸Prepared monthly draw packages for submission and approval ▸Reconciled vendor statements and resolved payment inquiries Core Focus▸ Supported property management and senior leadership teams in managing 12 multi-unit apartment properties. Highlight of Contributions▸ ➞ Coordinated property budgets, vendor payments, and general project management ▸Vetted and processed all renovation-related invoicing ▸Prepared monthly draw packages for submission and approval ▸Reconciled vendor statements and resolved payment inquiries

Region Administrator/Purchasing Administrator/Development Coordinator

• Jan 2003 - Apr 2006

2005 - 2006 Development Coordinator Supported Development Managers by coordinating various tasks with internal and external resources, including: utility set up, HOA set up, plat recording, and bi-weekly vendor bill payment. Reviewed and approved/disapproved Architectural Control Committee requests. Collaborated with attorneys and property management companies to establish homeowner associations for new properties. Reviewed community schedules and worked with Development Managers to update database. Completed other duties as assigned by Senior Land Manager, Division Vice President, and Vice President of Land Development. 2003 - 2005 Purchasing Administrator Initiated new job starts by coordinating necessary paperwork, LDP’s, and house plans for distribution to construction superintendents. Processed and distributed all change order requests to field personnel in a 48 hour timeframe. Processed all variance purchase order requests submitted by field personnel and distributed to appropriate vendors and/or sub-contractors. Assisted Purchasing and Estimating Manager with administrative support in achieving regional objectives. 2003 - 2003 Region Administrator Received inbound construction and warranty communications, and disseminated information to appropriate personnel in a timely manner. Created and sent all written communications such as work orders and surveys to the appropriate parties. Maintained accurate documentation of all calls and processes. Performed database entry, and generated and distributed departmental reports. Trained new personnel in the Atlanta and North Carolina markets.