Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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ANDREW ROMANO

Palmer,AK

Summary

Motivated Facilities Management professional with 15 years of experience managing all levels of large-scale projects, including budgeting and administration. Familiar with all building infrastructure to include Heating Ventilation and Air conditioning (HVAC), Plumbing, and Electrical (to include back-up generators switch gear and Uninterrupted Power Supply). Adept at problem solving, preventive maintenance and leadership skills. Successful at cutting costs without sacrificing safety or comfort and committed to fantastic customer service.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Building Superintendent

Mat-Su Health Foundation
03.2018 - Current
  • Prepare, execute, and administer 16 tenant leases and associated documents
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of properties which includes access and security, engineering and life-safety, facility maintenance, repairs, and renovations ensuring safe and functional environment for staff, tenants, and visitors
  • Solicit bids and contract services from vendors for capital improvements, maintenance and repairs, security, and other services as deemed necessary
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address facility needs and improvements
  • Establish and monitor preventative maintenance schedules
  • Maintain records, reports, and files related to property management and other transactions
  • Develop and implement strategies to ensure effective and efficient operation of properties
  • Oversee management and maintenance of IT systems, including hardware, software, network infrastructure, Telecommunications, conference systems, and data security
  • Provide strategic direction of IT, ensuring technology systems and infrastructure support organization's mission and goal
  • Implement and enforce security measures to protect facility, staff, tenants, and guests from potential threats
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop emergency response plans to mitigate potential risks
  • Coordinate with external agencies, such as law enforcement and emergency services as needed.

Section Chief, Engineering Management

US Air Force
01.2010 - 09.2013
  • Supervised daily operations of up to 30 individuals - prioritized and assigned daily tasks
  • Coordinated with multiple agencies to ensure project schedules were implemented and maintained
  • Developed multi-faceted projects encompassing structural, electrical, mechanical and civil engineers
  • Provided guidance and feedback to subordinate supervisors, ensuring actions were in line with organizational goals and objectives
  • Prioritized organizational budgeting over four sub groups
  • Created five year strategic planning program for facility related projects
  • Provided guidance to leadership to ensure actions were in compliance with federal, state and local regulations
  • Managed 6 projects valued at approximately $7.1M dollars - ensured minimal delays as well as compliance with customer requirements
  • Coordinated operations of 12 person security team
  • Provided supervision and mentoring to subordinates, set personal goals and objectives as well as ensured actions were in line with profession requirements
  • Directed operation and maintenance of building mechanical and utility systems
  • Scheduled contractors for projects and distributed work orders
  • Monitored Building Management Systems (BMS).

Supervisor, Engineering Management

US Air Force
12.2004 - 12.2010
  • Oversaw daily work crews: ensured tasks were accomplished according to schedule
  • Created work order database - tracked over 5,000 work orders
  • Coordinated with base agencies – ensured facilities were updated according to local priorities
  • Performed daily maintenance to include Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), plumbing and facility related work
  • Developed $164k budget ensuring that over 400 personnel were equipped with needed supplies as well as facility related repairs were initiated
  • Chaired facility utilization board - ensured that facility usage was optimized while maintaining mission integrity
  • Provided supervision and mentoring to subordinates, set personal goals and objectives as well as ensured actions were in line with profession requirements
  • Created briefings that included multimedia presentations incorporating synchronized video and text for enhanced understanding
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined best ways to correct them
  • Operated tools, including hoists, saws and drills
  • Regularly serviced four buildings
  • Safely operated standard and aerial lift vehicles.

Education

Facility Management Professional - Facility Management

International Facility Management Association
San Antonio
01.2024

Mental Health First Aid -

Wasilla AK
National Council For Mental Wellbeing
01.2019

Contract Officer Technical Representative - Contracting

United States Air Force
United States Air Force
01.2010

Some College (No Degree) - Human Relations/Leadership

Additional Duty First Sergeant
Montgomery, AL

US Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer Academy - Leadership

Community College of The Air
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
01.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Leadership

Airman Leaddership School
Fort Meade, MD

Skills

  • Project management
  • MS Office
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Customer service-focused
  • Adaptable
  • Complex problem solving
  • Process implementation
  • Property Management
  • Tenant relations management
  • Work Order Management
  • Building operations
  • Financial budgeting and reporting
  • Operations Management
  • Space Planning
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Emergency Preparedness

Certification

  • Contract Officer Technical Representative, State of Alaska
  • EMT 1
  • Wilderness First Responder
  • Search and Rescue Technician II
  • ASHI CPR/First Aid Instructor

References

  • Scott Godwin, Wolverine Academy, (907)575-3469
  • Evie Shields, Mat-Su Health Foundation, (907)232-1527
  • Victor Rounds, USAF Retired, (803)873-1377

Timeline

Building Superintendent

Mat-Su Health Foundation
03.2018 - Current

Section Chief, Engineering Management

US Air Force
01.2010 - 09.2013

Supervisor, Engineering Management

US Air Force
12.2004 - 12.2010

Facility Management Professional - Facility Management

International Facility Management Association

Mental Health First Aid -

Wasilla AK

Contract Officer Technical Representative - Contracting

United States Air Force

Some College (No Degree) - Human Relations/Leadership

Additional Duty First Sergeant

US Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer Academy - Leadership

Community College of The Air

Some College (No Degree) - Leadership

Airman Leaddership School
  • Contract Officer Technical Representative, State of Alaska
  • EMT 1
  • Wilderness First Responder
  • Search and Rescue Technician II
  • ASHI CPR/First Aid Instructor
ANDREW ROMANO