Emily L. Tomeu
New York
Summary
Results-driven Director with 15 years of experience in construction, facilities, and operations management. Expertise in capital project management, budget oversight, and vendor relations, driving successful project outcomes through collaboration and effective communication. Adaptable to shifting environments, consistently delivering project success in high-pressure conditions.
Overview
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Work History
Director, Capital Projects
The Juilliard School
New York
2022 - 2025
- Led the design, development, and execution of all capital construction projects on the Juilliard campus and its Residence Hall ensuring project success on time and within budget.
- Ran RFP processes, negotiated contracts, and managed cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, design consultants, construction managers/general contractors, and specialty trades to drive project completion within budget and deadlines.
- Monitored all project milestones, evaluated risks to reduce scope creep and ensure critical path items were prioritized.
- Produced design development (DD) and construction documents (CD) for projects managed independently, ensuring adherence to design intent and project timelines.
- Oversaw department budget allocations, optimizing resource distribution across divisions to support project goals.
- Highly knowledgeable in asbestos containing material (ACM) remediation. Ran multiple large projects with budgets of $2M+.
- Vast experience running numerous projects in various spaces including: theatres, recital halls, studios, green rooms, practice rooms, kitchens, dormitories, open public spaces and general office space.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms for materials and services, enhancing project cost-efficiency.
- Optimized campus space planning and furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) layouts to enhance functionality, accessibility, and user comfort.
- Collaborated with energy consultants to prepare for Local Law 87 (energy audits and retrocommissioning), Local Law 88 (lighting and sub-metering), and Local Law 97 (greenhouse gas emissions limits) compliance, including incorporating these requirements into long-term capital master planning in conjunction with annual capital needs assessments.
- Interpreted on a regular basis New York City Department of Buildings (NYCDOB), New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP), and New York City Fire Department (FDNY) codes, ACM remediation standards, and grant funding applications.
Senior Project Manager, Asset Planning & Construction
The Juilliard School
New York
2020 - 2022
- Managed all capital projects from inception to closeout.
- Leveraged Procore to streamline project management processes.
- Coordinated design, bidding, construction, and procurement with internal and external stakeholders, including Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.
- Reviewed and processed RFIs, submittals, change orders, contractor invoices, and requisitions to ensure project compliance and timely execution.
- Managed FF&E selection, delivery, and installation.
- Provided AutoCAD layouts for space reconfigurations.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and managed all project documentation and procurement.
- Managed multiple complex projects simultaneously under compressed timelines to meet critical deadlines.
Senior Manager, Design & Construction
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
New York
2018 - 2020
- Managed campus-wide construction and capital projects in collaboration with the Director of Design & Construction.
- Directed project schedules, contracts, and contractor performance from mobilization through closeout.
- Managed project logistics to minimize disruption to public programming and performances among twelve constituents on the Lincoln Center campus.
- Led biweekly OAC meetings; maintained detailed project records and cost tracking systems.
- Assisted in strategic planning for capital and operational budgets.
Manager, Space & Facilities
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
New York
2016 - 2018
- Managed LCPA office space and led full-cycle office buildouts, ensuring optimal functionality and design.
- Directed space planning and coordinated maintenance, vendor management, and procurement to streamline operations.
- Facilitated lease negotiations with brokers and legal teams; executed reconfigurations and move management to enhance office utilization.
Manager, Real Estate & Facilities Operations
Clear Slide, Inc.
San Francisco
2012 - 2015
- Led national construction and tenant improvement (TI) projects totaling over 400,000 sq. ft. in San Francisco, New York, Seattle and Chicago.
- Facilitated lease negotiations with brokers and legal teams to secure favorable terms.
- Delivered five office builds on time and within budget.
- Oversaw lease management, broker relationships, space planning, and workplace systems to optimize real estate operations.
- Executed company-wide security infrastructure and Audio Visual upgrades to enhance operational capabilities.
- Supported IT infrastructure and planned for rapid growth from 20 to 300+ employees.
Workplace Manager
Clear Slide, Inc.
San Francisco
2011 - 2012
- Directed day-to-day workplace operations and developed scalable processes that enabled efficient support of company growth.
- Managed internal service requests and workplace events, enhancing employee satisfaction through effective vendor relationships.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and fostered relationships that facilitated nationwide expansion.
Education
B.A. - Performing Arts & Business Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CASome College (No Degree) - Spanish Language Studies
University of Madrid
SpainSkills
- AutoCad design
- Procore & Asana
- MS Project & MS 365
- FF&E Procurement
- Space Planning
- Value Engineering
- Capital planning
- Construction documentation
- Contract negotiation
- Cross-functional collaboration
Certification
• IFMA, Project Management Certification
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction, Certification in progress
• PWC, Top 20 under 40 Outstanding Women in Construction, 2022
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction, Certification in progress
• PWC, Top 20 under 40 Outstanding Women in Construction, 2022
Timeline
Director, Capital Projects
The Juilliard School
2022 - 2025
Senior Project Manager, Asset Planning & Construction
The Juilliard School
2020 - 2022
Senior Manager, Design & Construction
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
2018 - 2020
Manager, Space & Facilities
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
2016 - 2018
Manager, Real Estate & Facilities Operations
Clear Slide, Inc.
2012 - 2015
Workplace Manager
Clear Slide, Inc.
2011 - 2012
B.A. - Performing Arts & Business Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Some College (No Degree) - Spanish Language Studies
University of Madrid