Alex Giardina
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Results-driven project manager with proven expertise in planning, executing, and delivering complex projects. Highly skilled leader, communicator and problem-solver able to drive successful outcomes while ensuring stakeholder satisfaction and managing project timelines and budgets.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
ESTIMATING PRODUCTION MANAGER
TRUE HOMES
01.2020 - Current
- Managing team of 5 direct reports for prestigious, award-winning national homebuilder.
- Creating lean initiatives allowing the department to increase velocity and accuracy while keeping workloads balanced and without increasing headcount.
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
TRUE HOMES
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Pioneered new research role resulting in 50% reduction of overall variances ($60k+/month to <$20k/month) via cross-functional collaboration.
SENIOR ESTIMATOR
TRUE HOMES
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Produced accurate and timely estimating takeoffs for 2,000 homes/year start pace.
- Owned implementation of townhome product to the business via conceptual estimating/reporting.
- Established new departmental standards for velocity and variance allowance through consistent outstanding performance.
PRODUCTION ESTIMATOR
TRUE HOMES
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Quickly expanded and honed skillset progressing from an entry-level estimator to a highly proficient and skilled senior estimator.
AUTOCAD TECHNICIAN
INTERIOR CONCEPTS UNLIMITED
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Proficient in AutoCAD software, creating accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings for various projects.
- Created blueprints for custom cabinet projects with average budgets of $50k managing scheduling, prototypes and quality control.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring precision and adherence to industry standards in all CAD designs.
- Gained comprehensive understanding of the entire design-build process from inception to completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Mangement
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA @ CHARLOTTE
Charlotte, NC05.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Technology
SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Southern Pines, NC12.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Team Leadership
- Time management
- Communication
Projects
Estimating department's special project leader for all neighborhood amenity centers and clubhouses from 2016 to present. Completed 5 projects all with less than 3% variance by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Timeline
ESTIMATING PRODUCTION MANAGER
TRUE HOMES
01.2020 - Current
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
TRUE HOMES
01.2017 - 01.2020
SENIOR ESTIMATOR
TRUE HOMES
01.2016 - 01.2017
PRODUCTION ESTIMATOR
TRUE HOMES
01.2015 - 01.2016
AUTOCAD TECHNICIAN
INTERIOR CONCEPTS UNLIMITED
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Construction Mangement
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA @ CHARLOTTE
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Technology
SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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