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Herald Kim

Herald Kim

La Mirada,CA

Summary

Seasoned construction Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in streamlining business operations, overseeing finances, and managing resources for seamless project execution. Skilled in procuring necessary equipment and supplies, adhering to production schedules and budgets, leading production teams, troubleshooting issues, and implementing effective solutions. Demonstrated leader with a proven track record of guiding teams, handling complex projects, and achieving strategic goals through efficient processes, high standards, and alignment with organizational objectives. Recognized for collaborative spirit and dedication to excellence.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Clear Vision Builder
01.2024 - 01.2025
    • Prepared detailed cost estimates for residential and commercial renovation projects ranging from $10K-$2Million.
    • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
    • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
    • Collaborated with property managers to prioritize and budget tenant improvement/repair.
    • Conducted site visits and assessments to validate project scope + identify potential risks and/or savings.
    • Developed bid packages and solicited quotes from vendors and subcontractors.
    • Reduced average project estimating time by 25% through implementation of digital takeoff software.

Owner/ Project Manager/ Project Executive

Green Contractor Studio, Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2024
    • Proactive results-driven professional equipped with many years of proven leadership success. Offer valuable knowledge in estimating project costs while simultaneously directing multiple projects.
    • Consulted with customers to assess needs in strategizing for optimal solutions.
    • Managed day-to-day business operations.
    • Maintain contracts with various Entities such as California state University, Community Development Center, Park & Recreation, Orange County Public works, and State of California.
    • Produced strong earnings/substantial shareholder value to stake-owners
    • International Business Development & Marketing
    • Executive Management/Operations Management/Outstanding Leadership Qualities Strategic/tactical Planning
    • Managed numerous IP technology-driven companies
    • Managed large organizations for Government entities
    • Strategic Planning Alliances / Business Planning, Due Diligence Evaluations & Deal Executions

Project Manager

Kay construction / independent
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Oversee all operations and management responsibilities for Kay construction company and subsidiary independent entities.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Oversee and manage planning, design, and development of residential projects ranging from $150,000 to $990,000 including SFR in established neighborhoods and multifamily subdivisions; managed residential remodels valued at $32,000 to $2.2 million.
  • Accomplished senior level professional with demonstrated expertise in all key areas of operation.

Project Manager

E-Comsoft, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Developed and managed Business-to-Business solutions, providing marketing forecast, estimating, negotiations, purchasing, cost analysis, staffing, policy planning, and sales.
  • Interaction with multiple areas of business ranging from visual website to complex e-commerce sites and Navigation system for Automobiles.

Sales & Supervisor

L.A. Supply Co.
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Managed research and develop division for chemical Lab in HQ.
  • Oversaw sales development for the textile industry.
  • Analyzed all aspects of chemical compounds to troubleshoot and find solutions for major dye house.
  • Oversaw sales training within the organization.

General Manager / Supervisor / Sr. Animation Designer

United States Army
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Supervised 50 personnel and maintained over $10 million in equipment.
  • Increased resource efficiency utilization rate from 46% to 98% in less than 10 months to save over $2 million.
  • Received highest recognition for outstanding performance of service in the US Army.
  • Selected as most efficient employee in 7th Army Training Command in Europe.

Field Support / Manager

Amkor Fire Sprinkler Co.
01.1995 - 01.1996
    • Supervised 10 field crews and delivered materials to working crews as required.

Artist / General Manager

Leftbank Art Studio
01.1990 - 01.1996
  • Developed concepts and designs for clients in the commercial art industry.
  • Demonstrated the ability to satisfy customers on frequently commissioned projects.
  • Designed and produced final products with exceptional quality well within timeline projections.

Education

Environmental Design / Architecture

Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA
01.2000

20 credits units, Distance learning program (Business)

University of Chicago
01.1998

Combat documentary Multi Media specialist (Audio and Visual Training course)

7th Army Training Command
01.1997

Gov. Certified petroleum specialist

Advance Individual Training
Fort Lee, VA
01.1996

60 credits units (Art / Architecture)

Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA
01.1994

Economy Major

YonSai University
01.1989

Skills

  • Estimating
  • Building site supervision
  • Work flow planning
  • Scope development
  • Design and planning
  • Construction management
  • Budget planning
  • Building codes & permitting
  • Scheduling expertise
  • Subcontractor management
  • Cost control
  • Window NT, Window 2000 Pro, Desktop publisher, Word, Excel, Net Fusion, Bluebeam
  • Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CS, Poser, Fireworks, Quarkxpress, Image ready
  • Front Page, Golive 50, Dreamweaver MX, Ultra Developer, JavaScript, PHP FTP, SQL Serer 70 Javascript and PHP
  • ASP, Java script, CGI, HTML, Palm OS
  • Apple Avid (non liner editing program), Alias, Wavefront

Certification

  • Combat Documentary specialist course (Camera, Video Editing)
  • CSLB B licensed

LANGUAGE

Bilingual (Korean / English)

Timeline

Project Manager

Clear Vision Builder
01.2024 - 01.2025

Owner/ Project Manager/ Project Executive

Green Contractor Studio, Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2024

Project Manager

Kay construction / independent
01.2007 - 01.2011

Project Manager

E-Comsoft, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2007

Sales & Supervisor

L.A. Supply Co.
01.2000 - 01.2003

General Manager / Supervisor / Sr. Animation Designer

United States Army
01.1996 - 01.1999

Field Support / Manager

Amkor Fire Sprinkler Co.
01.1995 - 01.1996

Artist / General Manager

Leftbank Art Studio
01.1990 - 01.1996

20 credits units, Distance learning program (Business)

University of Chicago

Combat documentary Multi Media specialist (Audio and Visual Training course)

7th Army Training Command

Gov. Certified petroleum specialist

Advance Individual Training

60 credits units (Art / Architecture)

Cerritos College

Economy Major

YonSai University

Environmental Design / Architecture

Art Center College of Design