Senior Project Manager - International Construction

• Jul 2020 - Present

Senior Project Manager - International Construction

• Aug 2018 - May 2020

• Executed projects and acted as senior project manager for multiple retail and corporate projects assigned in the Caribbean and Central America in countries such as El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic. • Produce cash flow projection reports each month to update clients and senior leaders on the economic progress of the project according to the approved budget. • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on-task and achieve schedule targets. • Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect the development process from unforeseen delays and costs. • Outlined work plans, determining resources, wrote timelines, and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination for the projects. • Kept projects on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader. • Recorded all project costs and expenses and aligned with the project budget. • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep the project on track. • Managed project elements for multiple initiatives from initial planning to project rollouts. Show less

Project Manager - Construction, Design & Development

• Jun 2016 - Jul 2018

• Responsible for the project management of new developments and renovations/relocations of existing sites for the brands KFC and Taco Bell across Ontario and BC with the combined objective of consistently delivering in line with the design mandated by the master franchise, on time with excellent execution and within the Capex budget. • Plan, coordinate tender, budget, monitor, and review new unit construction and renovations of existing units. • Managing general contractors, consultants, and relevant brand-approved trades, vendors, and suppliers • Developing an internal project plan (incorporating the construction schedule) and an accurate budget for each construction project. • Responsible for establishing and monitoring of budgets and implementation of and adherence to variance controls. • Overseeing construction and conducting periodic site inspections to ensure quality, timing, and adherence to design and standards • Achieved maximum cost-effectiveness by providing value engineering for construction means and methods. • Developed cost estimates, procured equipment, and tracked construction progress to efficiently complete large-scale projects. Show less

Project Manager (Contract)

• Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

• Project management and client relationship management that includes the preparation and negotiation of contracts representing the company and project procurement. • Project manage all phases of installations, ensure technical accuracy and that all projects meet the deadline. • Works with the Engineering Group and CAD Technician to ensure that Project Drawings are updated with markups and revisions to ensure closeout documentation consists of accurate drawings. • Attend client site meetings with sales reps, schedule & chair hand-off meetings for large projects. • Prepare project labor estimate summaries, target start/finish dates for project scheduling. • Detailed weekly status reports, ensure costs are meeting estimates as the project moves forward. • Maintain all order system updates in conjunction with the administration. • Supervise testing of completed systems, track outstanding items for completion. • Prepare a closing report for file completion and preparation of system manuals for customers with Team Lead Technician. • Provide Cost Planning and budget analysis for the designs. Assemble estimates for project procurement and prepare construction schedules & milestones for projects. Show less

Construction Project Manager

• Jan 2014 - Apr 2015

• Responsible for managing the development and renovation of large retail, corporate, and restaurant projects across Ontario. • Increased effectiveness of bidding processes by reviewing contractor scopes and material takeoffs. • Propose alternative solutions for processes, construction and conception norms in order to improve efficiency, quality and costs effectiveness. • Provide Cost Planning and budget analysis for the designs. Assemble estimates for project procurement and prepare construction schedules & milestones for projects. • Monitor Construction progress and develop time and cost reports. Track and communicate regularly with all involved parties regarding project status and substantial completion milestones. • Assist vendors with problem-solving, work-load management, coordination and follow-ups of projects. • Manage and verify vendor administrative follow-ups; work completion, change of dates, changes to plans, pre-billing, rates, and extra approvals. Show less

Architectural Drafter

• Jan 2013 - Dec 2013

• Crafted detailed drawings that met customer requirements for structures using reinforced steel, concrete, masonry, and wood materials. • Coordinated with segment leaders to promote architectural goals and design concepts. • Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified design sets planned for each stage of work including as-built designs and final building information models (BIM). • Recommended minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing sets. • Coordinated with clients, consultants, and contractors during construction bidding. • Analyze building codes, by-laws, space requirements, site requirements, and other technical documents and reports. Show less

Project Coordinator (Contract)

• Sep 2010 - Sep 2012

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the overall project process (design, planning, and finances) of 20+ construction projects and renovations in the commercial, residential, and health industries. • Generate and design project plans using CAD tools. Update project plans to include proposed changes. • Responsible for costing, estimating, and planning projects. Assemble estimates for project procurement and prepare construction schedules & milestones for projects. • Monitor Construction progress and develop time and cost reports. Track and communicate regularly with all involved parties regarding project status and substantial completion milestones. • Produce detailed reports of the progress and financial status for ongoing projects. • Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings. Show less

Project Manager (Partner)

• Sep 2008 - May 2010

• Responsible for Project Management and Co-ordination of a variety of Commercial, Retail, Hospitality, and Corporate construction Projects around the country • Established and maintained productive working relationships with staff to resolve operational difficulties and to promote an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to customer service provision. • Prepare competitive quotes of various sizes for entire projects, estimating the cost of materials, labor, and equipment and applying prices aimed at securing a strong profit margin. • Develop, maintain and foster effective relationships with clients, providing an update on projects and resolving any issues/concerns promptly to ensure their satisfaction • Investigated and resolved customer complaints to foster satisfaction. • Conducted field visits and met corporate customers for business development. • Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction. Show less

Project Manager

• Feb 2004 - Sep 2008

• Lead Project Manager responsible for 30+ construction projects and renovations of branches nationwide, development of the design of the new branches using CAD tools. • Planning of project cost, calculations of materials and man-hours necessary to build the new projects, calculation of plumbing/electrical installations and air conditioning systems. The build-up of valuations and project cost control reports to manage the expenses and payments of the general contractor. • Development of the corporate manuals to standardize building and renovations procedures for the existing offices and new branches. • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on-task and achieve schedule targets. • Held to pre-determined schedules and worked with subcontractors to cut costs and complete projects on time and under budget. • Successfully collaborated with engineers to verify design changes. • Reduced corporate expenses by driving cost-effective vendor and supplier purchases. Show less

Site Supervisor

• Jan 2003 - Feb 2004

• Building inspection agent for a construction of a housing complex. • Project control, costing control, material estimations and preparation of plans using AutoCAD tools. • Building inspection agent for a construction of a housing complex. • Project control, costing control, material estimations and preparation of plans using AutoCAD tools.

Project Coordinator / Junior Estimator

• Feb 2002 - Dec 2002

Project Coordinator / Estimator

• Jan 2000 - Feb 2002