Seasoned Director of Facilities Maintenance, specializing in the overall management and upkeep of large-scale facilities. Strengths include cost-effective maintenance planning, implementation of preventive measures, and team leadership. Notably improved operational efficiency, increased safety protocols, and reduced downtime in previous roles. Skilled at managing third-party contracts for repairs and renovations while ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multi Building Tech
Catholic Charities Of Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2010 - 03.2025
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Scheduled routine inspections of all areas within facility premises.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
Organized work orders, assigned tasks to staff members and tracked progress of repairs and maintenance projects.
Maintained records of repairs, service requests, costs.
Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Prepared reports detailing the status of all jobs being handled by the department.
Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems when necessary.
Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
Monitored the performance of all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
Project Manager
Public Building Commission of Chicago
Chicago, IL
01.2008 - 01.2010
Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
Advised other departments on best practices related to managing large-scale projects.
Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
Construction Manager
United Interiors
Chicago , IL
01.2004 - 01.2008
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
Managed subcontractor selection, negotiation, and performance to ensure quality and efficiency.
Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
Oversaw daily on-site construction operations, ensuring projects met design specifications and safety standards.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
Contracted and supervised workers for various construction jobs.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Conducted regular performance evaluations of crew members assigned to particular projects.
Addressed and resolved onsite conflicts or discrepancies, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Fostered relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and securing future business opportunities.
Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
Reviewed invoices from vendors and subcontractors for accuracy before authorizing payment.
Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
Completed investigations into complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
Coordinated extensive planning, development of project milestones and budget for complex contracts.
Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
01-2014
Time Management
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA
01-2004
BBA - Commercial Carpentry
Carpenter’s Training Facility
Elk Grove Village, IL
01-1972
Skills
Team leadership
Inventory management
Technical troubleshooting
Performance monitoring
Cross-functional collaboration
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
I enjoy reading and gardening and look forward to warmer weather to more fully enjoy both equall.
Accomplishments
While at Catholic Charities I received numerous awards for dedication and service.
Certification
I earned a Certificate in Carpentry from Carpenters Regional Director.
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Multi Building Tech
Catholic Charities Of Chicago
06.2010 - 03.2025
Project Manager
Public Building Commission of Chicago
01.2008 - 01.2010
Construction Manager
United Interiors
01.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Time Management
Boston College
BBA - Commercial Carpentry
Carpenter’s Training Facility
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