Hector Alfaro
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Dynamic Facilities Engineer with a proven track record at Cushman & Wakefield, excelling in project coordination and technical troubleshooting. Enhanced operational efficiency through effective budgeting and cost control, while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Recognized for implementing preventive maintenance programs that significantly reduced costs and improved facility reliability.
Project management professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield
07.2018 - Current
- Supported implementation of preventive maintenance schedules for equipment reliability.
- Learned and applied safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to conduct facility inspections and identify potential hazards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting facility maintenance issues to ensure operational efficiency.
- Documented maintenance activities and prepared reports for management review.
- Engaged in continuous learning about industry standards and compliance regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex facility projects on time and within budget.
- Improved facility efficiency by conducting regular inspections and implementing necessary upgrades.
- Managed contractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of facility-related projects while minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Coordinated emergency response plans, minimizing potential impact from unforeseen events such as natural disasters or equipment failures.
- Optimized space utilization through effective workspace design and layout planning.
- Reduced maintenance costs for the company by establishing preventive maintenance programs.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for all aspects of facility management.
- Reviewed subcontractor proposals critically during vendor selection process, securing high-quality services at competitive prices.
- Established clear communication channels between facilities department staff members to improve collaboration and streamline decision-making processes.
- Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
Project Manager
Caremore Medical Group / Anthem
04.2014 - 07.2018
- Opened Caremore clinics and Nifty After Fifty gyms.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex healthcare projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project challenges.
- Facilitated communication between team members and stakeholders for enhanced collaboration.
- Monitored project progress, adjusting timelines and resources as necessary to meet objectives.
- Utilized project management software to track milestones and deliverables effectively.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
Mailroom Clerk
Caremore Medical Group
06.2004 - 04.2014
- Managed daily mail distribution for efficient processing and delivery across departments.
- Oversaw sorting and routing of incoming correspondence, ensuring timely handling of urgent materials.
- Implemented inventory management system for tracking supplies, reducing waste and improving resource allocation.
- Trained and mentored new staff on mailroom procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Optimized workflow processes by reorganizing workstations, increasing productivity in mail handling operations.
- Developed standard operating procedures for mail sorting to ensure accuracy and consistency in delivery times.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication channels, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives to upgrade mailing equipment, resulting in improved service reliability and reduced downtime.
- Multitasked effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks appropriately to meet daily deadlines consistently.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Processed outgoing mail with a high level of accuracy, including weighing packages and calculating appropriate postage fees.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate delivery of parcels and mail to recipients within the organization.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing questions or concerns from employees regarding their incoming or outgoing mail.
- Expedited outgoing mail services, ensuring timely pickup and delivery through efficient coordination with postal carriers.
- Improved mail processing efficiency by accurately sorting and distributing incoming mail to appropriate departments.
Education
GED -
Hawthorne High
Hawthorne, CA07.1997
Skills
- AutoCAD design
- Budgeting and cost control
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Site inspection
- Microsoft office
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Client relations
- Quality control
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Project coordination
- Subcontractor oversight
- Engineering support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Facilities Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield
07.2018 - Current
Project Manager
Caremore Medical Group / Anthem
04.2014 - 07.2018
Mailroom Clerk
Caremore Medical Group
06.2004 - 04.2014
GED -
Hawthorne High