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Carmen Caringella
Operation / Facility Management/ Construction
Buffalo Grove,IL
Work Preference
Summary
Operations and Facilities Management leader with 15+ years of experience managing multi-property portfolios, capital projects, and facility operations. Proven ability to control budgets, improve operational efficiency, and deliver safe, high-quality environments that enhance tenant and customer experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Facilities Director
CCMO Ventures
Elk Grove Village
06.2022 - Current
- Oversaw operations for 2-5 commercial and residential properties, ensuring optimal performance and tenant satisfaction
- Led teams of up to 18 staff in maintenance and operations, fostering collaboration and accountability
- Conduct daily inspections to ensure safety, cleanliness, and performance
- Managed preventative maintenance programs and asset tracking systems to enhance property reliability and minimize downtime
- Control budgets and reduce costs through vendor management and contract oversight
- Develop scopes of work, manage RFPs, and oversee contractors and capital projects
- Ensure compliance with permits, inspections, and safety regulations
Facility Operations Manager
Club Sports Consulting Group
Lisle
11.2015 - 03.2022
- Managed daily operations of multiple facilities and building systems
- Supervised maintenance staff while coordinating vendor and contractor activities to ensure operational efficiency
- Monitored P&L statements to control operating expenses and maintain budgetary compliance
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs to enhance facility reliability and reduce downtime
Director
Magellan Project Services
Chicago
12.2010 - 02.2014
- Managed distressed properties and construction projects, collaborating with banks and investors to facilitate recovery
- Coordinated completion of stalled developments and asset recovery efforts, ensuring timely project resumption
- Directed project teams to ensure timely completion of client objectives.
- Developed strategic plans to align services with industry standards.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify project requirements and deliverables.
Project Facilitator
Galewood Development
Galewood
01.2002 - 01.2010
- Coordinated construction projects, overseeing budgets and vendor bids to ensure project alignment with financial and quality standards
- Conducted site inspections and managed change orders while supervising staff to maintain compliance with project specifications
- Coordinated project meetings to align team goals and objectives.
- Developed project timelines to ensure timely task completion.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders and project teams.
Education
Business Management
William Rainy Harper College
Palatine, ILSkills
- Facilities and property operations
- Capital planning
- Preventative maintenance
- Budget management
- CAM and P&L analysis
- Vendor and contractor management
- Construction project management
- Safety and compliance (OSHA, ADA)
- Tenant relations
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Team leadership
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Google Workspace expertise
- Yardi software knowledge
- Cloud-based systems proficiency
- Blueprint and CAD interpretation
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
Additional Information
Blueprint & CAD Interpretation, Valid Driver's License, Able to lift 50 lbs
Timeline
Managing Facilities Director
CCMO Ventures
06.2022 - Current
Facility Operations Manager
Club Sports Consulting Group
11.2015 - 03.2022
Director
Magellan Project Services
12.2010 - 02.2014
Project Facilitator
Galewood Development
01.2002 - 01.2010
Business Management
William Rainy Harper College