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Clement Ezeh

Construction Management

13 Hallo Street, Edison,NJ

Summary

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced in strategic project planning and execution, consistently delivering projects on schedule and within budget. Utilizing strong leadership and communication skills to guide cross-functional teams towards successful outcomes. Demonstrating a track record of leveraging analytical and problem-solving abilities to effectively navigate complex project challenges. Dedicated to driving growth, adopting innovative technologies, and achieving outstanding results. Vast experience in task delegation, overseeing strategic initiatives, and effectively collaborating with management and technical teams. Proven track record of optimizing site operations, meeting deadlines, and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. Reliable leader with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Highly organized and dependable. Adept at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive outlook and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet team goals. Extensive experience, background, and training in architecture and real estate development.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Project Executive

Cheever Development Corporation

01.2004 - 01.2025

During my tenure as the Project Executive Officer at my previous company, my role expanded to encompass responsibilities for both internal and external clients and stakeholders. Nonetheless, I consistently prioritized alignment with the company's strategic planning and deliverables.
I provided leadership to a team of 4 in-house Project Managers and their respective Superintendents, along with 40- 50 subcontractors and vendors on our projects.
I prepared joint venture proposals on behalf of the company by assembling the relevant joint venture partners and proposal packages
I actively pursued and secured potential bid projects from architectural and engineering firms
I developed bid packages for new initiatives - RFP's
I coordinated with bonding and insurance companies for both new and ongoing projects
I maintained communication with clients and their representatives throughout both ongoing and new projects
I created comprehensive buyout and subcontracting schedules
I analyzed subcontractors' bid proposals, evaluated their scopes of work, awarded contracts to the most qualified bidders, and executed agreements on behalf of the company
I managed project schedules from inception to completion
I reviewed and approved periodic payment applications from subcontractors and vendors
I facilitated strategic corporate meetings with project managers and superintendents
Coordinated meetings with clients, vendors, and internal teams to facilitate smooth project progressions.
Maintained a strong focus on quality assurance through regular monitoring of deliverables against established benchmarks.
Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining goals, objectives, tasks, and deadlines for all team members.
Managed day-to-day operations of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, scopes, quality standards, policies, procedures.

Project Manager

Cheever Development Corporation

01.1993 - 12.2003

I started my role at Cheever Development Corporation as a Project Manager, concentrating on the ongoing project at Paul Robeson High School, located on Albany Avenue in Brooklyn, New York
My primary duties for this project included estimating, scheduling, budget development, and managing subcontractors and Cheever Development staff on-site
In addition to this project, I also participated in estimating bids and overseeing various new project proposals
I led the renovation of this historic schoolhouse, achieving a 25% increase in efficiency
I managed a team of 20 subcontractor construction workers to ensure both safety and efficiency
I supervised the successful completion of multiple construction projects, ensuring they were finished on time and within budget
I acted as the lead project manager for estimating, creating, and updating new project schedules in accordance with contract requirements
Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.

Assistant Project Architect

NYC Housing Preservation and Development

05.1990 - 12.1993

Company Overview: The New York City Housing Preservation and Development is the primary agency responsible for maintaining existing housing and undeveloped land throughout New York City
During my tenure with the agency, I worked in the Construction Management division (CM) on a project in Harlem that spanned 15 blocks, serving as an Assistant Project Architect in charge of on-site estimation of change orders and schedules
After the successful completion of that project, I was assigned to another site in the Bronx with a similar size, scope, and budget
I was involved in bid negotiations, scope development, and the management of subcontracts while collaborating with the Construction Manager, Tishman Construction Company
I also took part in organizational restructuring and talent development initiatives aimed at creating high-performing teams
The New York City Housing Preservation and Development is the primary agency responsible for maintaining existing housing and undeveloped land throughout New York City
Conducted site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

Project Manager, Client Services

The WilAm Group

02.1989 - 04.1990

Company Overview: The WilAlm Group is a comprehensive real estate acquisition and development firm based in Newark, New Jersey
Collaborated with the Principal of the company to create proforma analyses for real estate potential acquisition projects
Participated in organizing the comprehensive development analyses for investors and financial institutions
Contributed to detailed proforma & waterfall analysis of two projects that were ultimately acquired, renovated, and retained by the firm as part of its portfolio acquisitions
The WilAm Group is a comprehensive real estate acquisition and development firm based in Newark, New Jersey
Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.

Junior Architect / Draftsman

The Grad Partnership

09.1988 - 01.1989

Company Overview: The Grad Partnership is a full-fledged architecture and engineering design services firm located in Newark, New Jersey
During my tenure with the company, I was tasked with creating and refining designs
I developed designs, produced renderings, and created schematic 3-D presentation views
I built 3-D models using cardboard and foam boards for client presentations and design evaluations
I took part in construction project meetings held at various project sites
The Grad Partnership is a full-fledged architecture and engineering design services firm located in Newark, New Jersey

Education

Professional Certicate in Real Estate & Development - Real Estate Finance And Development

Massachusetts Institute of Technology- R/E Institute

Boston

06.2021

Executive Certificate in Management & Leadership, - Management And Leadership

Massachusetts Institute of Technology - SLOAN SCHOOL

Boston, MA

10.2020

Executive Certificate -Advanced Management Program - Management Science

Yale University School of Management

New Haven, CT

08.2020

Executive Certificate (Real Estate Management) - Finance, Design, and Leadership

Harvard Business School / Harvard GSD

Boston, MA

10.2019

Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.) - Architecture and Urban Planning

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, NJ

05.1988

Skills

Organizational Leadership

Strategic Decision-Making

Analytical Problem-Solving

Effective Negotiation

Strategic Development

Pre-Construction Budgeting

Effective Subcontractor Coordination

Real Estate Market Analysis

Joint Venture Strategy

Effective Project Scheduling

Cost Optimization

Affiliations

American Institute of Architects - Member
Project Management Institute - Member
Construction Management Association of America - Member
North America Passive House - Member

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
North America Passive House - Trained

Languages

English

Full Professional

French

Elementary

Portfolio

ANIMAL CARE CENTER, RIDGEWOOD, NY

JERICHO PROJECT, BRONX, NY

GATEWAY PROJECT PHASE-1, BROOKLYN

SERVIAM HEIGHTS, BRONX, NEW YORK

THE GLENMORE PROJECT, BROOKLYN, NY