Isabel Guzman
Berwyn,IL
Summary
Hands-on Site Manager with 8 years of construction industry expertise. Proven capability leading teams of up to 50 workers. Mastery in budgeting, quality control and industry best practices. Honest, hard-working and dedicated to building positive rapport with clients and vendors. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Project Coordinator
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Streamlined project timelines by efficiently coordinating tasks among various construction teams. Currently working with 40 contractors.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality projects within budget constraints and deadlines; over 160 clients.
- Schedules and participates in a jobs entire process from the Bid pre walk through to the final paper submittals
- (Final Waivers, Sworn Statements, Permits and Warranties
- Coordinate and assign eligible projects to a designated NHS Construction Specialists to begin construction
- Reviews contracts and HUD specifications to ensure projects meet procurement city and federal regulations
- Keeps constant communications with homeowner, construction specialist, and contractor throughout job to ensure a safe and prompt project completion
- Assist director with recruiting primarily local contractors
- Oversee submitted bids and specifications to make sure expected criteria’s are met and select the most adequate contractor to complete the job.
Construction Project Manager
O.A.K.K Construction Co., INC.
Summit, IL
01.2017 - 01.2022
- In charge of reports scores and invoicing for city construction projects
- Making sure that the project objectives are attained on time and within budget
- In charge of designing schedules, assessing risks, and recruiting/hiring a team to obtain goal
- Bi-weekly payroll submissions as well as making checks for employees
- Work with engineers and architects to develop a precise plan to complete each job
- Planned with other vendors and companies in order to secure product and material was delivered on time and to the corresponding job site.
- Maintained communications with chain stores to order products and materials.
- In charge of obtaining the correct building permits for each job/keep them up to date.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. About 20 jobs completed per week.
Mental Health Counselor
MacNeal Hospital
Berwyn, IL
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisted with patient care/oversaw closed off areas and maintained order
- Made sure patients received the adequate medication at the correct times
- Created daily activities and group sessions for patients to be able to share their experiences – As well as created plans to help cope with trauma
- Charted hourly on patients’ behaviors and or lack of. About 20 patients at a time.
- Improved patient treatment outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing customized treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient engagement through the implementation of group therapy sessions focused on coping strategies and emotional regulation.
Education
Bachelor’s degree -
Dominican University
River Forest, IL12.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Materials Procurement
- Scope Definition
- Cost Control
- SharePoint
- Environmental Compliance
- Labor Management
- Organizational Skills
- Scheduling Expertise
- Budget Management
- Subcontractor Coordination
Certification
- Notary of the state of Illinois, 01/08/23
- Certificate Primavera P6
- Passed Roofing Contractor Exam
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Construction Project Coordinator
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago
01.2022 - Current
Construction Project Manager
O.A.K.K Construction Co., INC.
01.2017 - 01.2022
Mental Health Counselor
MacNeal Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor’s degree -
Dominican University