DAWSON SLOAN
Gilbert,USA
Summary
Professional with proven track record in project support, skilled in coordinating tasks, managing schedules, and ensuring project milestones are met. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently reliable. Expertise in project management software, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Known for problem-solving abilities and keen eye for detail, driving projects to successful completion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Project Manager
Wood Partners
Scottsdale, AZ
03.2024 - Current
- Alta 87 — $64.7M Wrap | 249 Units
- Executed full subcontract buyout alongside Senior PM, achieving $2.3M in savings (4.6% under GMP budget) and 90% buyout within 120 days of Notice to Proceed
- Owned AIA pay application process end-to-end in Procore and Textura, managing monthly subcontractor draws and lien waiver tracking
- Drove RFI and submittal turnaround through Procore, maintaining a 5-day average RFI response time in coordination with the design team to keep approvals aligned with construction schedule and procurement lead times
- Facilitated proactive issue resolution across owner upgrades, scope gaps, design changes, and purchase order extensions to effectively control change order costs.
- Supported Superintendents on site safety, builders risk, and quality control programs — contributing to a clean builders risk and safety record throughout the entire project
- Led weekly OAC meetings, serving as primary coordination point between ownership, construction, development, design, and asset management stakeholders
- Developed and presented comprehensive monthly production reports to inform construction development and asset management leadership of financial and schedule variances.
- Managed permitting processes and stakeholder coordination with Town of Gilbert, ADOT, and SRP to support successful TCO and permanent power activation.
- Facilitated timely project closeout within 30 days of final completion to ensure all documentation, such as warranty manuals, as-builts, operating permits, and closeout report, was accurately compiled.
Assistant Project Manager
Streetlights Residential
Scottsdale, AZ
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Promoted to sole APM on $130M wrap project; served as the primary interface for subcontractors, consultants, and ownership through first building turn and Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) delivery
- Evaluated project specifications and contracts to pinpoint scope discrepancies valued at over $100k, facilitating timely pricing adjustments to minimize delays and owner costs.
- Coordinated efforts among subcontractors and adjacent-site general contractor team to ensure alignment of offsite work with overall project schedule.
- Oversaw utility coordination with APS and Southwest Gas, ensuring timely progress towards TCO milestones and project deadlines.
- Drove change order process and contract administration across all trades
Project Engineer
Streetlights Residential
Scottsdale, AZ
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Processed 350+ RFIs along with submittals and change orders across all trades from site work through vertical construction, ensuring approvals kept pace with the construction schedule
- Developed and maintained procurement log to ensure alignment of material lead times with master schedule, facilitating seamless project execution.
- Produced daily reporting including manpower logs, safety inspections, hot work permits, and project status updates to support site safety compliance
- Coordinated delivery staging and access routes, adhering to fire department requirements for site safety.
- Delivered accurate meeting minutes for weekly OAC and subcontractor meetings. Facilitated third-party inspections to enhance project compliance. Streamlined drawing revisions and distribution, resulting in field teams operating with up-to-date documentation.
Fill-In Preconstruction Manager
Kierland Commons
Phoenix, AZ
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Stepped in as preconstruction manager for $127M high-rise project, successfully delivering schematic design budget within a compressed timeline.
- Executed quantity takeoffs and bid-level assessments of subcontractor quantities to mitigate cost exposure during preconstruction.
- Analyzed project requirements and presented pricing alternatives alongside value engineering recommendations in design-budget meetings to optimize the next drawing iteration.
Construction Management Intern
Caliber Development
Scottsdale, AZ
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Roosevelt Townhomes — $50M Garden-Style Multifamily | 30 Units
- Executed delivery of $50M project to completion as part of a two-person team, collaborating closely with the superintendent during finishes and closeout phases.
- Managed comprehensive punch list inspections and unit turnover, liaising with subcontractors and AHJ to uphold owner standards and achieve timely certificate of occupancy approvals.
- Engaged with city officials and stakeholders to effectively resolve city hold on outstanding work, securing necessary final signoffs and certificates of occupancy.
Construction Laborer
Gemini Pool & Spa
Honolulu, HI
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Worked summers on family-owned commercial and residential pool construction projects spanning excavation through turnover
- Supported daily construction activities and material delivery to commercial clients
- Extended beyond original internship term based on performance and project need
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management Emphasis
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Advertising
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2022
Associate of Arts - General Education
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA01-2021
Skills
- Subcontract buyout
- Change order management
- RFI & submittal management
- GMP budget management
- Project monitoring
- Contract administration
- Purchasing and procurement
- Subcontractor management
- Project closeout
- Project planning
Certification
- OSHA 30
- CPR Certified
- Dust Control 310
SOFTWARE
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- Textura
- Yardi
- Building Connected
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager
Wood Partners
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
Streetlights Residential
12.2023 - 02.2024
Fill-In Preconstruction Manager
Kierland Commons
05.2023 - 07.2023
Project Engineer
Streetlights Residential
02.2023 - 12.2023
Construction Management Intern
Caliber Development
06.2022 - 01.2023
Construction Laborer
Gemini Pool & Spa
01.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Advertising
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - General Education
Orange Coast College
Master of Business Administration - Project Management Emphasis
Grand Canyon University