James Tschilar
Phoenix,Arizona
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 30 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements. 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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Double AA Builders
2022.03 - 2023.05
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with sub-contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager
Campbell Development
2019.04 - 2022.02
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Senior Project Manager
Commerce Construction
2018.03 - 2019.04
- Hired and lead design build consultants in projects ranging from $5m to $30m in size.
- Horizontal and vertical construction of large industrial buildings
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Hired Consultants for design build projects. Projects ranged in cost from 5m to 30m dollars
Senior Project Manager
JT Project Management Group
2017.02 - 2018.03
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
General Manager
Arete Construction
2009.01 - 2017.02
- General contracting company focusing on new build, tenant improvements and remodel projects in healthcare, restaurant, hospitality, office and industrial buildings.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Senior Project Manager
Red Mountain Retail Group
2006.03 - 2008.12
- Retained to manage southwest construction division.
- Design Build for remodel and new construction shopping centers.
- Division was underperforming in previous years. Turned division around in 1st year on the job.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZAssociate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KSHigh School Diploma -
Tempe High School
Tempe, AZ05.1973
Skills
- Practice Management
- Staff Training
- Change Control Processes
- Staff Retention
- Project Planning
- Budget Development and Adherence
- Contract Management
- Project Development
- Project Scope Analysis
- Contract Preparation and Management
- Subcontractor Relations
- Safety Regulation Compliance
- Performance Evaluations
- Baseline Schedules Creation
- Expense Reports
- Subcontractor Supervision
- Site Conditions
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Building Codes and Regulations
- Quality Control Requirements
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Timely Project Completion
- Project Specifications
- Project Management
- Budget Preparation
- Safety Protocols
- Managing Subcontractors
- Interior Renovations
- Safety Standards
- Client Relations
- Construction Management
- Project Proposals
- Project Deadlines
- Processes and Procedures
- Forecasting
- Client Rapport-Building
- Quality Assurance and Control
Timeline
Project Manager
Double AA Builders
2022.03 - 2023.05
Project Manager
Campbell Development
2019.04 - 2022.02
Senior Project Manager
Commerce Construction
2018.03 - 2019.04
Senior Project Manager
JT Project Management Group
2017.02 - 2018.03
General Manager
Arete Construction
2009.01 - 2017.02
Senior Project Manager
Red Mountain Retail Group
2006.03 - 2008.12
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Ottawa University
High School Diploma -
Tempe High School
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