Ernest Montoya
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Results-oriented Project Manager with 10+ years of experience managing design and construction projects across healthcare, commercial, and residential sectors. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, facilitating owner-representative communications, ensuring code compliance, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Adept at construction administration, risk mitigation, procurement, and regulatory interface. Familiar with healthcare capital project delivery methods including design-build and design-bid-build.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Contractor / Licensed Builder
Ernest Montoya Construction
- Specialized in design-build and renovation projects.
- Coordinated site planning, subcontractor bidding, and permitting.
- Created and maintained construction schedules and budget controls.
- Dates Overlap with Above Roles
Owner Representative Project Manager
Ernest Montoya Consulting LLC
08.2021 - Current
- Lead capital improvement and real estate development projects from acquisition through construction and occupancy.
- Collaborate with hospital and healthcare administrators, architects, and consultants to define scope, schedule, and budgets.
- Oversee project phases including permitting, procurement, submittals, and change orders.
- Prepare cost analyses and financial forecasts; manage vendor negotiations and construction contracts.
- Ensure projects meet safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
- Tools: Bluebeam, Adobe Pro, MS Project, Excel, Google Suite
General Foreman
Nunn Construction
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed construction teams on healthcare and commercial projects, ensuring schedule adherence and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated daily site activities with subcontractors and trades; maintained quality assurance and safety standards.
- Assisted in resolving construction conflicts to maintain timeline and cost targets.
- Tracked project metrics and updated documentation for executive reporting.
Business Development Executive/Owner Representative
Rocky Mountain Eye Center, Inc.
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Led construction and expansion initiatives for medical facilities.
- Drafted RFPs, managed vendor selection, and administered construction documentation.
- Reported project progress to executive stakeholders and Board of Directors.
- Facilitated project planning meetings with architects, engineers, and contractors.
Owner Representative / Project Manager
Crooked Willow Farms
07.2003 - 09.2011
- Oversaw construction of commercial event venue and supporting infrastructure.
- Managed project scheduling, budgeting, permitting, inspections, and closeout documentation.
- Ensured compliance with county, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Colorado State University-Pueblo
BS - Computer and Information Sciences
CSU-Pueblo
AAS - Computer/Information Technology
Pueblo Community College
PMI/PMP Certification Training - undefined
TIA Education Group
Real Estate Associate Broker License - undefined
D.O.R.A
Skills
- Capital Project Management
- Healthcare Facility Planning
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Contract Administration
- Preconstruction Services
- Code Compliance (OSHA, Life Safety, ADA)
- Stakeholder Communication
- Risk Management & Contingency Planning
- MS Project, Bluebeam, Adobe Pro, Google Workspace
- Agile & Traditional Project Methodologies
Websites
Certification
- OSHA 510 / OSHA 30
- CPR, AED & First Aid
- Fall Protection
- Colorado Associate Real Estate Broker License
Affiliations
- Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation – Executive Director
- Pueblo Community College Foundation – Scholarship Coordinator
Military Service
US Army – Station Tech Controller (USACC DET INSCOM)
Timeline
General Foreman
Nunn Construction
03.2023 - 04.2025
Owner Representative Project Manager
Ernest Montoya Consulting LLC
08.2021 - Current
Business Development Executive/Owner Representative
Rocky Mountain Eye Center, Inc.
09.2019 - 07.2021
Owner Representative / Project Manager
Crooked Willow Farms
07.2003 - 09.2011
General Contractor / Licensed Builder
Ernest Montoya Construction
BS - Computer and Information Sciences
CSU-Pueblo
AAS - Computer/Information Technology
Pueblo Community College
PMI/PMP Certification Training - undefined
TIA Education Group
Real Estate Associate Broker License - undefined
D.O.R.A
MBA - Business Administration
Colorado State University-Pueblo
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