Amy McMahon
North Richland Hills,TX
Summary
Results-oriented professional with 25 years of experience in the Signage & Construction Industries. Verifiable track record for the successful completion of complex projects on-time & in-budget. Well-versed in contract negotiations, value engineering, subcontractor management, document preparation, project accounting, building codes, variances, ADA compliance & on-site management. A creative & self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment where effective communication, handling multiple accounts/tasks simultaneously & meeting deadlines is essential.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Subcontractor Buyer
Jones Sign Company
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced efficiency and profitability by effectively managing installation subcontractors for multiple, national programs.
- Reviewed project specifications and requirements and developed comprehensive plans for execution and delivery. Identified potential problems early in the planning stages to mitigate delays and ensure on-time completion.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with national suppliers. Obtained updated insurance documents for hundreds of existing vendors to ensure compliance and reduce company liabilities.
- Researched local building codes, obtained variances, and worked closely with building officials and subcontractors to secure permits.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management for projects to optimize profits and minimize costs.
- Ensured accurate documentation was maintained throughout each project lifecycle including bids, contracts, change orders, invoices and close-outs.
- Maintained strong lines of communication with everyone involved in the project, ensuring transparency and collaboration in order to meet and exceed client expectations.
VP of Business Development
Hill Design/Build
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Expanded market share by identifying and securing new business opportunities.
- Held weekly progress meetings & provided timely follow-ups to questions & requests.
- Onboarded & trained staff on new project management program to track & organize projects from inception to completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Created Company Handbook & Safety Manual
National Sales/Project Management
Turner Sign Systems
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Identified potential local & national customers & worked closely with them to create sign programs & branding that met/exceeded expectations.
- Prioritized needs and delegated tasks to simultaneously handle multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained key relationships with clients, leading to an enhanced customer loyalty and increased repeat business.
- Collaborated with internal & external teams to develop creative project solutions resulting in on-time execution of project installations.
VP of Sales
Walton Signage
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Worked remotely to contract large national sign accounts & architectural projects.
- Prepared custom presentations, proposals & sales contracts for existing and potential accounts.
- Communicated daily with project team to strategically review project status & schedules. Implemented changes when issues arose to keep projects moving forward.
- Delivered high level of service to clients to extend relationship & win future projects.
- Contracted a new client with 35 new & 700 rebrand locations.
National Account Sales/Management
Chandler Signs
08.2005 - 07.2018
- Prospected for, won & retained major accounts and exceeded annual sales goals for 14 years.
- Oversaw large, national sign programs & rollouts for hundreds of new stores and existing store rebrands.
- Completed take-offs & design consultations, ordinance reviews, prepared & presented national variance submittals (85% win rate), negotiated subcontractor bids, coordinated & tracked production & installation schedules & led weekly progress meetings with team and customers.
- Introduced innovative product offerings based upon current trends – ultimately increasing both overall revenues and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured successful project completion through careful coordination with in-house teams, production, shipping & on-site installation partners
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities by resolving complex customer issues promptly and professionally, maintaining client trust.
- Average Annual Sales- $3.5M
- Top Quota Breaker-$7.8M
Construction & Facilities Manager
Hooters/ Texas Wings, Inc.
01.2003 - 07.2005
- Planned, organized & managed construction of (3) new restaurants & (4) remodels within Texas.
- New Stores: Presented initial design concepts to architects & engineers, plan reviews, prepared RFI/RFP documents, handled subcontractor bids/negotiations/selection, ordered equipment, & oversaw permit submittals & inspection coordination to ensure Building Code, ADA and Fire Safety Compliance. Managed General Contractor's work & progress through regular site inspections. Scheduled & managed individual trades, tracked budgets, & processed all paperwork, lien releases & invoices.
- New 10,000 SF store completed 2 weeks early & 4% under budget.
- Designed, contracted & managed the signage for all new stores & coordinated service/repairs for all (34) stores.
- Oversaw $500K-$800K in planned Leasehold Improvement Projects each year, tracking R&M-related P&L spending & sales to plan future projects.
- Managed all Facility Repair & Maintenance needs for (20) stores in DFW, Houston, San Antonio and Amarillo. Conducted monthly store visits & completed Quarterly Facility Audits.
- Implemented Pro-Active Repair Program, reducing emergency repair costs by 40%.
- Conducted Quarterly R&M training for new managers, conducted GM reviews, nominated to Home Office Safety Committee & wrote monthly newsletter articles.
National Project Manager
Star Signs & Graphics, Inc.
08.1997 - 05.2003
- Contracted and managed national, architectural sign projects, winning company’s largest $1.3M project within first 6 months and increasing company sales by 250% in my first 2 years.
- Completed take-offs, and prepared RFI's and RFP's for specialty materials and outside subcontractors.
- Conducted client consultations for value engineering, prepared customized proposals and presentations, and negotiated final contracts.
- Issued and managed all production work orders, material orders, and subcontracts. Completed all payment applications and AIA documentation.
- Achieved project objectives through meticulous planning and effective communication with team members, general contractors, vendors and clients.
- Conducted quality control inspections during production and supervised project installations to ensure timely completion and a top quality product.
- Traveled nationally as needed.
- Sample Project List: North East Mall (Hurst, TX), Prien Lake Mall (Baton Rouge, LA), Dallas Convention Center (Dallas, TX), Bi-Lo Center (Greenville, SC), DTE Energy Music Theater (Detroit, MI), The Muny Theatre (St. Louis, MO), UNLV Thomas & Mack Stadium (Las Vegas, NV), Washington University (St. Louis, MO), Furman University (Greenville, SC), Union Station/Science City (Kansas City, MO), The Pageant (St. Louis, MO)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS1993
Skills
- Project Management
- Value Engineering
- Sales
- Team Mentoring
Timeline
Subcontractor Buyer
Jones Sign Company
09.2022 - 05.2023
VP of Business Development
Hill Design/Build
07.2021 - 09.2022
National Sales/Project Management
Turner Sign Systems
10.2019 - 05.2021
VP of Sales
Walton Signage
07.2018 - 09.2019
National Account Sales/Management
Chandler Signs
08.2005 - 07.2018
Construction & Facilities Manager
Hooters/ Texas Wings, Inc.
01.2003 - 07.2005
National Project Manager
Star Signs & Graphics, Inc.
08.1997 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Kansas State University
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