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Alejandro Bernal

Alejandro Bernal

Dallas,Texas

Summary

As an accomplished Franchise Development Director with extensive experience in restaurant development, I bring a strong executive presence, a results-driven approach, and a proven track record of success to all aspects of my role. With a highly driven and self-motivated work ethic, I possess exceptional leadership skills, project management abilities, and a talent for creating and executing innovative ideas and processes. My deep expertise in recognizing opportunities and strengths within a system has allowed me to consistently drive excellence and success in highly dynamic and complex environments. Through a strong focus on instilling integrity and collaboration throughout all aspects of my work, I have built and led diverse teams towards achieving common goals and driving business growth. As a data-driven executive, I am able to bring previously untapped market sectors into focus and expand the market base incrementally. Additionally, my collaborative approach to sales and marketing has allowed me to generate comprehensive strategies that boost overall brand recognition and drive franchise growth. Overall, I am deeply committed to delivering outstanding results as a Franchise Development Director in the restaurant development industry, and I am confident in my ability to achieve success for any organization I work with.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Development Director

EYM Group.
Dallas, TX
03.2019 - Current
  • Preparing the site and liaising with other construction professionals such as architects, engineers, buyers, estimators and surveyors before construction work starts
  • Leads and overseeing the running of 20+ projects in one year.
  • Communicating with a range of people including the Operations and Marketing, President of the company, Architects, GC, subcontractors, suppliers, and the workforce.
  • Works in collaboration with the legal team to prepare and update Franchise Agreements, Franchise Disclosure Documents and State Registrations.
  • Develop contractors such as: Civil engineering companies, Building companies.
  • Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
  • Develop and oversee the maintenance and repairs department for 300+ locations.
  • Strategically prioritize activities to optimize recruiting efforts.
  • Support Ops for any of the different Brands to interview technicians, train, guide and control technicians for each market.
  • Support 5 brands; KFC, Pizza Hut, Panera, Denny's and Burger King in 7 states.
  • Successfully developed and trained a team of 28 maintenance technicians, increasing their skills and knowledge of maintenance best practices, resulting in increased equipment uptime, decreased downtime, and improved overall maintenance efficiency.

Senior Project Manager

Tracer Consulting Group
Amarillo, TX
01.2017 - 03.2019
  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver point-of-sale (POS) system implementations for large restaurant chains, resulting in increased operational efficiency and revenue growth.
  • Collaborated with clients to develop comprehensive training programs for staff on the use of POS systems, resulting in improved employee productivity and customer service.
  • Worked closely with technical teams to ensure that POS systems were integrated with other business systems, such as accounting and inventory management systems, to streamline operations .
  • Managed the installation and deployment of POS systems for multiple restaurants, ensuring successful integration with existing hardware and software systems..
  • Conducted site visits to assess the condition of restaurant equipment and make recommendations for upgrades or replacements as needed to support POS system installation.

Project Manager

Atrio Consultores
San Jose , Costa Rica
06.2015 - 01.2017
  • Led the planning, design, and construction of multiple restaurant and multi-family residential projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery of each project.
  • Coordinated with architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors to ensure that each project met design specifications and quality standards.
  • Successfully managed multiple construction projects with a combined budget of over $56 million, delivering each project on time and within budget while maintaining a high level of quality and client satisfaction..
  • Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and ensure that work was being completed safely and to quality standards.
  • Worked with project teams to develop and implement construction plans and schedules, and to manage project timelines and milestones.
  • Managed the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and labor, negotiating pricing and terms with vendors to ensure competitive pricing and favorable contracts.
  • Coordinated with local regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and other applicable laws and regulations.

Project Manager

Leumi Group
San Jose , Costa Rica
06.2013 - 06.2015
  • Assisted in the planning and management of construction projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Worked with project managers to develop and manage project budgets, ensuring that projects were completed within allocated funds.
  • Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and ensure that work was being completed safely and to quality standards.
  • Assisted in the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and labor, negotiating pricing and terms with vendors to ensure competitive pricing and favorable contracts.
  • Coordinated with local regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and other applicable laws and regulations.
  • Assisted in the preparation of project close-out activities, including final inspections, quality control checks, and documentation of project completion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Universidad Latina
San Jose, Costa Rica
04.2013

Master of Science - Animal Science

Universidad De Ciencias Aplicadas Y Ambientales
Manaus, Brazil
2010

Bachelor of Science - Systems Engineering in Animal Production

Escuela Centroamericana De Ganaderia
Atenas, Costa Rica
2006

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Strategic thinking
  • Kitchen equipment selection and procurement
  • Project management
  • Negotiation
  • Financial acumen
  • Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Vendor management
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Facility management
  • Technical knowledge

Timeline

Development Director

EYM Group.
03.2019 - Current

Senior Project Manager

Tracer Consulting Group
01.2017 - 03.2019

Project Manager

Atrio Consultores
06.2015 - 01.2017

Project Manager

Leumi Group
06.2013 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Universidad Latina

Master of Science - Animal Science

Universidad De Ciencias Aplicadas Y Ambientales

Bachelor of Science - Systems Engineering in Animal Production

Escuela Centroamericana De Ganaderia
Alejandro Bernal