Edenuel Serrano
New City,NY
Summary
Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated Project Manager offering 2 and half years of construction and contracting experience on commercial and telecommunication projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthroughs and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on over 40 -50 projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Manager
Ramapo Communications Corp
Hackensack, NJ
12.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented project plans, budgets, and schedules.
- Organized subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored the progress of construction projects ensuring quality control standards were met.
- Reviewed architectural plans for accuracy and completeness.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and other specialists throughout the duration of the project.
- Conducted regular meetings with clients to discuss progress reports and changes in scope or design.
- Provided technical guidance to on-site personnel including laborers and supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and safety regulations.
- Analyzed cost estimates to determine if they are within budget constraints.
- Created a timeline for completing tasks related to the project.
- Prepared reports detailing progress updates for senior management.
- Provided training sessions for new staff members regarding protocols and procedures.
- Built relationships with engineering staff and coordinated with vendors and contractors to align timelines, phases and work to be performed across projects or shutdowns.
- Implemented quality assurance and safety standards and maintained compliance with construction contract documents and contractor safety program.
- Enhanced traceability, processing, review and development of organization systems for tracking, permits and proposed change order requests.
- Mitigated risk, coordinated plans and updated specifications to maintain safety and OSHA compliance.
- Managed and led team of workers in large-scale civil projects.
- Planned, organized and managed crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
NYC Correction Officer
New York City Correction Department
New York, NY
03.2015 - 01.2021
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Medical Billing Specialist
Advanced Billing Services
Hawthorne, NY
07.2008 - 02.2015
- Initiated collection efforts on unpaid accounts by contacting insurance companies or patients directly via phone or mail.
- Processed all Medicaid Claims through Epaces
- Submitted appeals for denied claims when appropriate according to the insurance company's criteria.
- Processed credit card payments from patients in accordance with office policy.
- Monitored aging accounts receivable balances ensuring timely resolution of outstanding balances.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to ensure accurate coding practices were followed.
- Developed strategies for improving collections performance while reducing bad debt write-offs.
- Verified the accuracy of claim data prior to submission to insurance carriers.
- Reviewed and verified benefits and eligibility with speed and precision.
- Posted charges, payments and adjustments.
Education
EEST - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Lincoln Technical Institute - Edison
Mahwah, NJ11-2021
Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY06-2013
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY06-2011
Skills
- Planning and Design
- Bid Preparation
- Change Orders
- Reading Blueprints
- Construction Management
- Building Site Supervision
- OSHA Compliance
- OSHA Safety Requirements
- Scope Development
- Codes Compliance
- Budget Development
- Identifying Building Costs
- Risk Management
- Permitting
- Building Codes
- Safety Assessments
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
Ramapo Communications Corp
12.2021 - Current
NYC Correction Officer
New York City Correction Department
03.2015 - 01.2021
Medical Billing Specialist
Advanced Billing Services
07.2008 - 02.2015
EEST - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Lincoln Technical Institute - Edison
Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Mercy College
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Rockland Community College