Francheska Abreu
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Antonio Vargas Upholstery LLC
Hollywood, Florida
01.2016 - 08.2020
- Updated operational methods and oversaw accounting procedures for improved efficiency.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Maintained relationships with material vendors to lower costs and diversify capabilities.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Maintained clear communication with precise technical writing to document and inform critical processes.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Made decisions independently and collaboratively on [Type]-related challenges.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Accelerated progress by continually reviewing performance, budgets and project timelines.
- Planned, designed and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory parameters in complex projects with overlapping policies.
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
Manager
Kenzo Daycare
The Bronx, NY
05.2011 - 12.2018
- Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Maintained professional, organized and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
- Recruited and hired top performers to add talent and value to department.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
- Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Receptionist
Florida Institute
Vero Beach, FL
06.2005 - 10.2010
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Provided callers with address, directions, company website and related information.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues and schedule appointments.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team. Abreu
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Checked-in visitors, distributed visitor badges and managed logbooks to comply with security initiatives.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
- Troubleshot copy machines and printers and scheduled service as needed.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Coordinated catering and set up conference rooms for corporate and client meetings.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
Education
Phlebotomist -
Indian River College
Vero Beach, FL04.2010
Skills
- Workforce Scheduling
- Materials Take-Offs
- Managing Revenue Projections
- Workforce Training
- Managing Multiple Projects
- Project Development
- Systems Implementations
- Lean Manufacturing and Design
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- Business Process Reengineering
- Performance Improvement
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Bid Reviewing
- Vendor Selection
- Foundation Systems
- Cost Containment
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Technical Presentations
- Subcontractor Relations
- Workflow Planning
- Asphalt Paving
- Timely Project Completion
- Six Sigma Methodologies
- Job Bidding
- Punch Lists
- Scrum Methodology
- Managing Subcontractors
- Submittal Preparation
- Project Goals and Milestones
- Acceptance Criteria
- Interior Renovations
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Infrastructure Projects
- Contractual Obligations
- Data Repositories
- Increasing Savings
- E-Commerce Strategy
- Restoration Projects
- Agility Improvements
- Project Commissioning
- Microsoft Visio
- Voice Recording
- Project Records
- Leading Projects
- Facility Renovation
- Project Direction
- New Construction and Remodeling
- Environmental Consulting
- Project Drawings
- Subcontractor Reviews
- Mechanical Specifications
- Mold Remediation
- Continuous Improvement Projects
- Local and National Codes
- Cross-Training Skills
- Training Junior Team Members
- Process Development and Implementation
- Timelines and Milestones
- Software and Hardware Implementation
- Budgeting and Resource Management
- Installation Scheduling
- Project Deadlines
- Requirements Definition
- Technical Specifications
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Completing Estimates
- Quality Deliverables
- Public Works
- Safe Equipment Handling
- Microsoft Power BI
Timeline
Project Manager
Antonio Vargas Upholstery LLC
01.2016 - 08.2020
Manager
Kenzo Daycare
05.2011 - 12.2018
Receptionist
Florida Institute
06.2005 - 10.2010
Phlebotomist -
Indian River College
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