Anthony Mark Burghezi
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Seasoned Construction Manager with over 25 years of experience leading large-scale commercial, industrial, and residential projects valued at up to and over $100 million. Known for driving operational excellence, strengthening safety culture, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams through all phases of construction. Known for driving operational excellence, optimizing field productivity, and building high-performing teams. Adept at contract negotiation, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, and delivering high-quality builds on accelerated timelines. Recognized for a leadership style that blends technical expertise with strong people management.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman II / Construction Manager
Philadelphia Housing Authority / Capital Projects
Philadelphia, Pa
04.2013 - Current
- Directed end-to-end construction operations for projects ranging from $500,000–$50 million, including commercial buildings, mixed-use developments, and residential upgrades.
- Overseeing field teams of 30–150 personnel, including superintendents, Inspectors, Project engineers, subcontractors, and trade staff ensuring quality control standards.
- Reduced project delays by 10% through improved scheduling workflows and proactive risk mitigation.
- Developed and maintained project schedules, budgets, and progress reports for executive leadership and clients.
- Implemented enhanced safety protocols that resulted in minimal lost-time incidents for over 20 years.
- Overseen quality inspections by project engineers and inspectors and ensured adherence to project specifications, timelines and industry standards.
- Maintained project documents and files; ensured all required documents were contained in standard PHA files daily.
- Reviewed and approved or rejected Task Order Modification requests from the construction manager based on the scope of work or changes requested to PHA.
- Supervised independent estimates and analyzed estimates versus construction manager requests.
- Worked with outside construction management firms and consultants to assure project completion, resource allocation, technical direction and ensuring compliance with quality control standards.
- Negotiated with construction managers for fair and reasonable cost of requested changes.
- Provided project accounting control; reviewed and approved invoices, prepared funding requests, tracked purchase order expenditures.
- Prepared internal and external reports as requested or required by HUD, PHA and other governmental agencies on a daily basis.
- Always searched for new trends and innovations in the field of construction management.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, and municipal agencies to ensure compliance with all codes and permitting requirements.
- Led weekly Team meetings to maintain alignment on scope, schedule, and budget.
General Foreman
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia, Pa
05.2006 - 05.2013
- Managed construction phases for mid- to large-scale Residential projects, including site development, structural work, MEP coordination, and closeout.
- Developed and maintained detailed project schedules, improving on-time delivery.
- Maintained project schedules, budgets, and progress reports for executive leadership and HUD.
- Conducted quality inspections and ensured adherence to project specifications and industry standards.
- Ordered materials, managed equipment deliveries, and planned work sequences.
- Oversaw field teams of 30–75 personnel, including superintendents, Inspectors, Project engineers, subcontractors, and trade staff ensuring quality control standards.
- Implemented company and OSHA regulations, conducted site inspections, and fostered a safety-first culture across all managed teams.
Construction Manager / Supervisor
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia, Pa
05.2000 - 05.2006
- Construction Manager of the Capital Project renovations of multiple commercial spaces for PHA
- Managed construction phases for mid- to large-scale projects, including site development, structural work, MEP coordination, and closeout.
- Developed and maintained detailed project schedules, improving on-time delivery.
- Maintained project schedules, budgets, and progress reports for executive leadership and HUD.
- Conducted quality inspections and ensured adherence to project specifications and industry standards.
- Prepared progress reports, RFI responses, and documentation for executive leadership and HUD.
- Ordered materials, managed equipment deliveries, and planned work sequences.
- E.g. Johnson Homes office and Community center renovations w/ elevator and commercial Kitchen additions Multiple Commercial scattered site offices around the city Mayor Streets Urban Blight Initiatives program renovations Westpark Apts. building additions, common area renovations and playground Installations
Maintenance Foreman
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia, Pa
05.1998 - 05.2000
- Supervised Projects that could not be completed by Mechanics
- Received certifications in People Soft, Structural Building Shoring, Trench Shoring, Confined Space Rescue, FEMA Logistics and CPR Trainer.
Maintenance Mechanic
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Philadelphia, Pa
01.1996 - 05.1998
- Started at Abbottsford Homes renovating Vacant units under the VR-22 program.
- Maintenance Mechanic for Special Operations Central Maintenance
- Installation of Windows and upgrades of over 1,000 Scattered Site Units.
Pre title Worker/ Construction Superintendent
Realen Homes
Collegeville, Pa
05.1995 - 05.1996
- Supported senior leadership in daily site operations, safety oversight, and subcontractor coordination.
- Made punch-list items, and assisted with project closeout documentation.
- The Main Residential Development built was Weatherly Homes in Collegeville
Carpenter/Construction Superintendent
Galman Group
Philadelphia, Pa
08.1989 - 05.1995
- Renovation of multiunit apartment complexes.
- Reviewed drawings, tracked punch-list items, and assisted with project closeout documentation.
- Managed the projects for over 1,500 vacant units to be upgraded
- Properties were Adams Run Apts. Wynnefield Apts. Valley Court Condominiums, Huntingdon Hills Townhouses, Valley Forge Condominiums, Dupont Towers, Willow Grove Apts. Green Valley Apts.
Carpenter/ Construction Supervisor
Galen Construction
Philadelphia, Pa
06.1983 - 08.1989
- Supported senior leadership in daily site operations, safety oversight, and subcontractor coordination.
- Reviewed drawings, tracked punch-list items, and assisted with project closeout documentation.
- Commercial / Industrial building renovations and additions
- E.g. Pennwalt Corporation Lab building and office renovations, Concord Mall unit fit outs, Methodist Hospital unit flooring renovations, Thwing Albert Corp Testing, Hotpack Corp office additions. Abco Lighting Corp sales office and showroom additions. Thoroseal Systems Laboratory building from start.
Carpenter/ Laborer
Salvatore Guzzardi Properties
Philadelphia, Pa
06.1980 - 06.1983
- Renovated Penthouses and Apartments in the Center City area. Chancellor Building, Spruce St Apts.
- Renovated office space in the Center City area
Education
High School Diploma -
St John Neumann
Philadelphia, PA06-1983
Skills
- Project management in construction
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Time allocation planning
- Subcontractor & Vendor Management
- Quality assurance expertise
- Safety Compliance & Site Risk Management
- Efficiency improvement techniques
- Blueprint & Specification Review
- Stakeholder & Client Relations
- Team Leadership & Workforce Development
- Change order coordination
- Proficient in PeopleSoft
- Skilled in MS Project planning
- Excel spreadsheet management
- AutoCAD design skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Expertise in HUD regulations
- Principles and practices of engineering, architecture and construction management
- Federal and State regulations governing development and construction of public housing units
- Principals and functions of budget management and resource allocation
- Construction management record-keeping
- Effective organizational management skills
- Knowledge of office procedures
- Proficient in standard software applications
- Equipment operation
- Verbal and written communication
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
Accomplishments
- Managed a construction budget of more than $50 million.
- Led multiple projects that were all completed within budget and on schedule.
- Collaborated with a team of 6 in the development of the Repositioning Program.
- Achieved better documentation by introducing Inspectcheck for Unit inspection tasks.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 150 staff members.
Certification
- CABO
- OSHA 30
- Radon Testing
- BOCA
- Confined Space work
- Construction Management Professional
- Certified Home Inspector
- OSHA 30 / OSHA 40
- RRP Certified
- First Aid / CPR
Timeline
General Foreman II / Construction Manager
Philadelphia Housing Authority / Capital Projects
04.2013 - Current
General Foreman
Philadelphia Housing Authority
05.2006 - 05.2013
Construction Manager / Supervisor
Philadelphia Housing Authority
05.2000 - 05.2006
Maintenance Foreman
Philadelphia Housing Authority
05.1998 - 05.2000
Maintenance Mechanic
Philadelphia Housing Authority
01.1996 - 05.1998
Pre title Worker/ Construction Superintendent
Realen Homes
05.1995 - 05.1996
Carpenter/Construction Superintendent
Galman Group
08.1989 - 05.1995
Carpenter/ Construction Supervisor
Galen Construction
06.1983 - 08.1989
Carpenter/ Laborer
Salvatore Guzzardi Properties
06.1980 - 06.1983
High School Diploma -
St John Neumann
Key Achievements
- Delivered multiple $3 million projects 2+ months ahead of schedule with 5% under budget.
- Implemented a value-engineering initiative that saved $5 million across multiple projects.
- Recognized with Employee of the Month for excellence in leadership.