AMBAR MOLINA
JACKSONVILLE,FL
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance and Skilled Architect with 11 years in industrial and commercial design. Comprehensive background in multiple building types with expertise in large industrial laboratory maintenance and residents structures for civil purposes. Designs highly functional facilities that meet highest standards for environmental compliance and certification.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Freelance Architect
Upwork.com
Jacksonville, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified as-built designs and final building information models (BIM).
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
- Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations.
- Coordinated with segment leaders to promote architectural goals and design concepts.
- Created new and innovative approaches to problems and discussed strategies with project managers.
- Designed custom furniture adapted to floor plans, working closely with multiple furniture vendors.
- Created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input in architec project designs.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction bidding.
- Managed and led multi-disciplinary design team throughout development and contract document phases for $10000 project.
- Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by firms to identify missing information, generate questions and align budgets.
Project Manager
NC Builders Event INC
JACKSONVILLE, FL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Fostered relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Obtained needed resources by strategically negotiating with stakeholders and outside suppliers.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Architect
NC Builders Event INC
JACKSONVILLE, FL
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified as-built designs and final building information models (BIM).
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
- Coordinated with clients, consultants and contractors during construction bidding.
- Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians, CAD technicians and drafters.
- Designed custom furniture adapted to floor plans, working closely with multiple furniture vendors.
- Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input in [Type] project designs.
- Verified construction documentation conformed to quality assurance standards and client requirements.
- Created, printed and modified drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Reviewed project goals and objectives on monthly basis with project manager and design team.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
- Created and updated project cost analysis spreadsheets.
- Worked closely with security engineers and private sector firms under contract with agency.
- Managed and led multi-disciplinary design team throughout development and contract document phases for $[Amount] project.
- Planned and led professional development reviews.
Customer Service Logistic Manager
INTEVEP S.A. (VENEZUELAN INSTITUTE OF OIL TECHONOL
Los Teques, Miranda
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Negotiated with 26 different freight companies and received annual contracts resulting in cost savings of 40%.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Managed annual freight budget of $ 2000000.
- Diminished accidents 0% by identifying root causes for corrective action.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 120 packages per day.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Developed criteria, application instructions, procedural manuals, and contracts for federal and state public transportation programs.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to increase efficiencies and reduce expense without compromising customer service levels.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Oversaw and motivated team of 399 employees in warehouse to increase efficiency by 15%.
- Conducted inventory audits with 100% accuracy following company procedures.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Operated SAP computer system, hand-held inventory control device and calculator to fill orders on time.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Managed over $500000 in inventory and 25 employees in 35000 square-foot warehouse.
- Coordinated dispatching of 25 drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
Construction Manager
INTEVEP S.A. (VENEZUELAN INSTITUTE OF OIL TECHONOL
Los Teques, Miranda
05.2007 - 06.2016
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Prepared specialty subcontractor bug packages, materials for project management and estimation processes.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Reduced costs by driving competitive subcontractor bids and effective contract execution.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids and identified most qualified and economical candidates, establishing advantageous contracts and cutting costs.
- Guided and directed third-party inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout.
Project Manager in Architecture and Urban Planning
INVERSIONES CAMPO ALEGRE / INVERSIONES EL DORADO.
Barinas, Barinas
06.2006 - 04.2007
- Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.
- Inspected concrete and other material construction projects such as bridge and pier foundations, re-steeling processes and formwork.
- Integrated architectural and engineering drawings to create cohesive packages.
- Established project goals to carry out directives of top management.
- Prepared, checked and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Handled 50 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
Construction Site Manager
CONSTRUCCIONES PROFICINA, C.A
Barquisimeto, Lara
01.2005 - 07.2006
- Supported work of superintendents and liaised with off-site designers.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Provided safety kits to construction personnel, fully complying with job site safety protocols.
- Developed solutions and strategies across customer industries by capitalizing on emerging trends.
Project Coordinator's Assistant
CONSTRUCTORA COINMECIV, C.A
Barquisimeto, Lara
08.1999 - 07.2003
- Coordinated presentations for customers and project members to detail project scope, progress and results.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Developed executive presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation and process improvement.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Arranged events by overseeing logistics, budgets, venue selection and activity planning.
- Formulated complete project plans and coordinated engineering, design and shop drawing efforts.
- Collaborated with project leaders to comply with accounting needs for project maintenance requirements.
- Maintained clean reception area to promote positive, professional environment for clients.
Intern Architect
INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE LA VIVIENDA (I.N.A.V.I)
San Cristobal, Tachira
08.1998 - 08.1999
- Drafted mockups and submitted them for review.
- Devised overall strategy for documentation and identified as-built designs and final building information models (BIM).
- Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure.
- Attended all team meetings to resolve technical and project issues, coordinate with team members and review project schedules.
- Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians, CAD technicians and drafters.
- Completed comprehensive code compliance evaluations.
- Kept project on schedule and within budget while serving as project leader.
Education
Master of Arts - Design, Management And Project Managemen
UNINI - Universidad International Iberoamerica.
Puerto Rico01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
I.U.P.S.M, Institute Universitario Polytechnic
Venezuela06.2011
Skills
- Time management
- Design development
- Motivated self-starter
- Integrated design
- Lean manufacturing and design
- Project planning and development
- Advanced problem solving
- Business process re-engineering
- Project estimation and bidding
- Strategic planning
- Commercial construction
- Logistics Management
- Residential construction
- Budget administration
Certification
- Certified AUTODESK REVIT 2016, - AUTODESK - ID 1MOARQ60M3
- Certified AUTODESK 3ds MAX, ARCHITECTURE 2015 - ID 11900344460
- Certified AUTOCAD 2016 TRIDIMENSIONAL, AUTODESK - ID 1AADA24135
Timeline
Freelance Architect
Upwork.com
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager
NC Builders Event INC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Architect
NC Builders Event INC
04.2019 - 04.2021
Customer Service Logistic Manager
INTEVEP S.A. (VENEZUELAN INSTITUTE OF OIL TECHONOL
01.2016 - 01.2019
Construction Manager
INTEVEP S.A. (VENEZUELAN INSTITUTE OF OIL TECHONOL
05.2007 - 06.2016
Project Manager in Architecture and Urban Planning
INVERSIONES CAMPO ALEGRE / INVERSIONES EL DORADO.
06.2006 - 04.2007
Construction Site Manager
CONSTRUCCIONES PROFICINA, C.A
01.2005 - 07.2006
Project Coordinator's Assistant
CONSTRUCTORA COINMECIV, C.A
08.1999 - 07.2003
Intern Architect
INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE LA VIVIENDA (I.N.A.V.I)
08.1998 - 08.1999
Master of Arts - Design, Management And Project Managemen
UNINI - Universidad International Iberoamerica.
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
I.U.P.S.M, Institute Universitario Polytechnic