Hans J Maestre
Plantation
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager with expertise in planning, directing, and optimizing operations across multiple departments. Proficient in managing manufacturing teams and ensuring efficient production that meets quality standards. Demonstrates a strong ability to apply both creative and analytical approaches to drive continuous process improvements. Adept at identifying potential issues and implementing effective solutions. Known for mentoring, training, and empowering teams to achieve peak performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Elderly Housing Development & Operations Corporation
09.2023 - Current
- Managing property administration and maintenance staff throughout 58 elderly housing properties over 14 states including Puerto Rico.
- Tracked every work order to ensure all senior residents were receiving around the clock service and attention.
- Processed expense reports for billing and tracking purposes into a web program titled, 'Concur'
- Drafted a brand new digital Maintenance Manual and Appendix that was published and given out to the entire portfolio. Both of which are comprised of every rule, procedure, and policy in accordance with NSPIRE standards and HUD regulations.
- Coordinated with Community managers, Regional Managers, Property Accountants, and the Asset Management department to fund and complete major renovations to each property.
- Prepared CapEx Projections with every manager to ensure that there are budgets in place to cover for the numerous expenses for HVAC systems on the roof, apartment repairs, and building interior/exterior upkeep.
- Worked closely with the CEO to craft a brand new system of tracking construction requests from the initial start up to the closing out documents.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status, which included creating databases on software programs such as "Pipefy", "Adobe Workfront", and "Real Page".
- Improved operations with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties.
- Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
Project Coordinator
CBJ Construction Inc
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted the CEO by managing his email, arranging his meetings, phone calls, and setting up every business event.
- I drafted contracts, created presentations, and managed reports for the owner.
- Personal assistant to the needs of the owner by any means necessary.
- Coordinated every request from every senior medical center, located throughout the United States.
- Hired third party vendors to assist and repair all issues throughout the centers.
- Handled all warranty and service call requests.
- Submitted required signed plans, affidavits, applications for permitting in various cities and states such as Texas, Kansas, Georgia, Missouri, Virginia and Florida.
- My responsibilities ranged from getting a plan revision approved by the city to getting a building permit, including commercial and residential projects.
- Purchased materials and supplies for construction through sites such as Ferguson, Home Depot, Build, Sheridan Lumber and various others.
- Invoiced every warranty and service call, processing direct payment to third party vendors, paying all of the necessary permit fees and drawing up proposals for clients.
- Collected and prepared several bids for a number of incoming projects.
- Assisted project managers with coordinating all inspections to get 'TCO' and 'CO' on all projects.
Assistant Project Manager
Square Edge Inc
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Personal assistant to CEO and HR manager/Lead Accountant
- Prepared financial statements, created excel spreadsheets, and organized payments for both members of the company.
- Coordinated all business meetings and ensured all aspects starting with calendar invites to arranging breakfast/lunches for each attendee.
- Conducted walk-throughs in Apartment Units to finalize completion of Buyer Punch Lists in Paramount Miami in Downtown Miami and Paramount Fort Lauderdale.
- Supervised and Instructed crews of workers on drywall applications, cleaning, installing appliances, correcting and fixing all issues throughout Apartments and common areas.
- Prepared Invoices for billing from various projects, by dividing the approximate percentages between the responsible parties.
- Formulated Excel spreadsheets to provide scheduling for construction completion.
- Ordered all necessary supplies for projects, employees and contractors.
- Assisted Director of Operations with inventory keeping for material such as tiles, bathroom fixtures, kitchen appliances, doors, washers, dryers, and mixing compounds
- Met with executive members and property management to discuss urgent matters concerning the communities at Paramount Fort Lauderdale, and at various Miami Worldcenter Properties.
- Built data analytical reports that that showed Temperature and Humidity readings in an underground garage housing a state-of-the art rover system for vehicle storage, located at Paramount Fort Lauderdale.
Assistant Project Coordinator
Service America
10.2015 - 03.2019
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
- Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
- Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.
- Actively participated in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
- Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.
- Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
- Monitored and tracked project metrics and collected data to share with project members.
- Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
Education
GED -
MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL
01.2008
Associate - English
MIAMI DADE COLLEGE
01.2019
Skills
- Data Building knowledge with programs such as Adobe, Excel, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Real Page, Pipefy, Salesforce, Procore, Smartsheet, Autotask, and much more
- Bilingual Communication
- Project management
- Budget management
- Construction management
- Maintenance coordination
- Data analysis
- Vendor management
- Document control
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Project planning and development
Timeline
Project Manager
Elderly Housing Development & Operations Corporation
09.2023 - Current
Project Coordinator
CBJ Construction Inc
02.2022 - 08.2023
Assistant Project Manager
Square Edge Inc
04.2019 - 02.2022
Assistant Project Coordinator
Service America
10.2015 - 03.2019
Associate - English
MIAMI DADE COLLEGE
GED -
MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL
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