Francisco Lemus

Led the construction division for a multi-regional reconstruction and waterproofing contractor specializing in SB-326/SB-721 compliance, balcony and deck repairs, roofing, waterproofing, painting, carpentry, concrete, and large-scale HOA and condominium reconstruction projects. Directed end-to-end operations including estimating, preconstruction, production management, financial oversight, client relations, and team leadership while maintaining strict compliance with California building codes and life-safety requirements.

• Directed 15–30+ active projects across Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, and Central California, ranging from $5M to $30M+ per project.
• Managed all SB-326 and SB-721 inspections, scope validations, destructive testing, engineering coordination, and repair program development.
• Oversaw full-lifecycle project management including estimating, RFP review, site investigations, takeoffs, proposals, schedules, budgets, SOVs, and preconstruction planning.
• Created standardized estimating templates, cost databases, CSI breakdowns, unit-cost systems, and internal bid-leveling tools for the entire company.
• Led all production operations: daily team meetings, coordination with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and subcontractors.
• Delivered detailed project scopes, change orders, CPM schedules, phasing plans, logistics plans, QA/QC processes, and closeout packages.
• Conducted engineering walk-throughs, owner meetings, HOA board presentations, and technical project briefings.
• Implemented BuilderTrend for daily logs, job costing, photo documentation, RFIs, and SOV tracking; enforced documentation standards across all project teams.
• Enhanced profitability by improving labor control, equipment planning, and material procurement strategy while eliminating unnecessary GC overhead.
• Built, trained, and coached internal teams on estimating, project management, production workflows, safety, compliance, and strategic communication.
• Served as primary point of contact for owners, property managers, engineers, and architects, maintaining high accountability and transparency.
• Managed multimillion-dollar budgets, oversaw billing, approved subcontractor pay apps, monitored costs against profit targets, and ensured alignment with financial goals.
• Strengthened company culture through leadership, operational discipline, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Senior Manager overseeing complex, high-end hospitality and commercial construction projects ranging from $5M–$100M. Responsible for full execution of ground-up, structural, interior, and FF&E-heavy hospitality scopes across multiple cities. Oversaw planning, procurement, subcontractor management, schedule control, and client-facing leadership.

• Lead preconstruction strategy, feasibility planning, estimating support, long-lead procurement sequencing, and early design coordination for all new hospitality projects.
• Develop comprehensive logistic plans, phasing strategies, sequencing maps, and CPM schedules tailored for active hotels, restaurants, and high-traffic hospitality spaces.
• Manage all projects in Procore, ensuring strict control of RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, QA/QC logs, daily reports, inspections, and financial documentation.
• Perform advanced internal plan checks across architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire-life-safety, and interior design packages prior to mobilization.
• Oversee all subcontractor coordination, site walks, design clarifications, and field problem-solving to prevent schedule delays or cost overruns.
• Lead weekly OAC meetings with ownership, design teams, engineers, and superintendents—providing financial updates, critical path items, and progress reports.
• Manage monthly billings, subcontractor pay apps, cost-to-complete forecasting, and SOV health for all active projects.
• Conduct quality assurance walkthroughs, material verification, FF&E coordination, and code compliance validation to ensure zero rework and strong turnover results.
• Coordinate with hospitality brands, consultants, and AHJs to secure permits, approvals, and inspections aligned with hotel/restaurant operational standards.
• Maintain continuous communication with project managers, superintendents, foremen, vendors, and ownership to keep the team aligned with the project’s strategic goals.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with brand standards, life-safety regulations, ADA, Title 24, and specialty-product submittal requirements (kitchen equipment, lighting, finishes, controllers, and engineered systems).
• Support internal team development through training, proactive communication strategies, documentation standards, and risk-prevention methods.

Served as Senior Project Manager responsible for delivering major reconstruction, waterproofing, painting, balcony/deck repair, and structural restoration projects for HOAs, property managers, and construction defect law firms. Oversaw large project portfolios ranging from $1M to $30M across multiple buildings and phases, ensuring code compliance, quality control, financial performance, and high-level client communication.

• Managed 3–5 large reconstruction projects simultaneously, including wood repairs, waterproofing assemblies, balcony/EEE repairs, roofing scopes, envelope repairs, paint systems, and structural upgrades.
• Led full project lifecycle: estimating support, RFP review, preconstruction planning, site logistics, schedule creation, resource allocation, and production oversight.
• Conducted daily and weekly jobsite audits ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, manufacturer specifications, and local building codes.
• Coordinated closely with architects, engineers, inspectors, and construction defect attorneys on scope validation, engineering updates, RFIs, and corrective work.
• Produced detailed CPM schedules, critical path analysis, phasing plans, sequencing, and manpower forecasting.
• Managed all financial components including contracts, change order logs, SOVs, subcontractor pay apps, cost tracking, and revenue forecasting.
• Performed daily photo documentation, mechanical inspections, and punch walk-throughs to maintain high QA/QC standards.
• Communicated heavily with HOAs, board members, property managers, and residents—delivering weekly progress reports, budget updates, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Investigated delays, damage, or unforeseen conditions and issued corrective action plans to maintain schedule integrity.
• Oversaw subcontractor performance, safety compliance, workforce dispatching, and monitoring of jobsite productivity.
• Facilitated warranty discussions, closeout packages, and final inspections with owners and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).

Managed multiple reconstruction, waterproofing, and building envelope projects for HOAs and large multi-family communities, ensuring high-level execution, production control, and client satisfaction. Acted as a key liaison between field teams, subcontractors, engineers, and property managers.

• Oversaw 1–3 reconstruction projects simultaneously, ranging from exterior envelope repairs and waterproofing to balcony/EEE repairs, painting, roofing, and structural upgrades.
• Directed project schedules, manpower planning, material procurement, and field sequencing to maintain production efficiencies.
• Conducted plan reviews, scope validations, and site investigations to ensure accurate repair paths and alignment with engineering reports.
• Resolved field issues by coordinating directly with architects, engineers, and inspectors to obtain clarifications or technical direction.
• Prepared and managed project budgets, allowances, buyouts, PO issuance, and subcontractor agreement approvals.
• Facilitated weekly construction meetings with internal teams and clients, presenting schedule updates, milestone progress, safety status, and pending RFIs.
• Managed resident interactions, communications, notices, and community access plans for occupied, phased projects.
• Processed and reviewed change orders, pay applications, punch lists, and final closeout documentation.
• Ensured staff and subcontractors adhered to company policies, safety requirements, and project quality standards.
• Investigated defects, leaks, failures, and building-envelope issues, providing photographic evidence, documentation, and recommended solutions.
• Developed and enforced work schedules to ensure adherence to deadlines and budget constraints.
• Performed daily job walks, field supervision, and trade coordination to maintain high performance and accountability.

Led one of Los Angeles’ most comprehensive permitting and land-development consulting groups, overseeing mixed-use developments, adaptive reuse conversions, multifamily housing, retail, hospitality, industrial facilities, LA County capital projects, and HPOZ-regulated properties. Managed full entitlement pipelines, complex agency approvals, construction management, and predevelopment coordination with design teams, engineers, and city officials. Acted as the client’s strategic advisor from concept through Certificate of Occupancy.

• Directed entitlement, planning, permitting, and construction management for 50–80 active projects annually, ranging from $1M–$100M valuations.
• Managed land-development workflows including feasibility studies, zoning analysis, density checks, parcel adjustments, CUPs, site plans, environmental requirements, and early-stage planning reports.
• Oversaw adaptive reuse projects, converting existing commercial/industrial buildings into mixed-use residential, creative office, or hospitality spaces while navigating code upgrades, fire-life-safety requirements, and historic constraints.
• Spearheaded development in HPOZ zones, coordinating with Preservation Boards, Cultural Heritage Commission, and Planning to maintain architectural integrity and historic compliance.
• Executed LA County capital projects, coordinating with Public Works, ISD, Fire, Health, Waterworks, Parks & Rec, and other County departments to push projects through complex multi-agency approvals.
• Processed plans through LADBS, Planning, Public Works, LID/Sanitation, LA Fire Department, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, ADA Compliance, Green Building, CEQA, and community councils.
• Directed internal plan reviews (architectural, structural, civil, MEP) ensuring compliance with building code, zoning, and agency-specific requirements prior to submission.
• Delivered expedited permitting turnaround, resolving plan check corrections, structural revisions, OSHPD reviews (when applicable), and all resubmittals.
• Coordinated field inspections from rough through final, securing ABC approvals, TCOs, punch-list items, and final Certificates of Occupancy.
• Acted as Owner’s Representative, providing construction oversight, progress verification, cost-impact assessments, design clarification, and on-site management.
• Managed all budgets with precision—verifying quantities, cost exposures, change impacts, and timelines to safeguard project feasibility and long-term valuation.
• Represented clients at public hearings, planning boards, investor presentations, neighborhood councils, and development committees.
• Created full digital documentation workflows using Bluebeam, ensuring clients received high-quality, trackable records, field changes, and version control.
• Coordinated consultants including architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, traffic consultants, environmental groups, geotechnical teams, and land surveyors.
• Delivered dozens of projects on time, within budget, and with complete compliance across multiple AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction).

Oversaw day-to-day field operations for residential, multifamily, and light-commercial construction projects. Responsible for site coordination, safety oversight, subcontractor supervision, sequencing, and ensuring projects were built to plan, code, and schedule. Served as the primary field representative ensuring quality workmanship and timely delivery.

• Managed daily onsite construction activities including demolition, framing, waterproofing, concrete, interior finishes, and exterior repairs.
• Supervised 5–20 field personnel and subcontractors, verifying scope, quality, and production consistency.
• Conducted morning tailgate meetings, safety briefings, and daily documentation to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Interpreted architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to guide trade sequencing and field installation.
• Coordinated material deliveries, equipment scheduling, inspections, and access planning for occupied projects.
• Maintained daily logs, progress photos, RFI documentation, and issue-tracking for project managers and owners.
• Worked directly with city inspectors to ensure all phases passed rough and final inspections without delays.
• Reviewed scopes with subcontractors to verify alignment with contract documents and field conditions.
• Executed punch walks and corrective work to ensure final turnover met project quality standards.
• Identified unforeseen conditions and collaborated with project management on solutions, design changes, and cost impacts.
• Ensured jobsite cleanliness, organization, and professional presentation at all times.
• Supported project managers with scheduling input, manpower forecasting, and progress reporting.
• Delivered multiple residential and multifamily projects on time while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Improved trade coordination by implementing clear daily task assignments and sequencing strategies.
• Maintained zero major safety incidents across all assigned projects through proactive safety leadership.