Jeff Szymczak
Howard Lake,MN
Summary
Proven Construction Project Manager with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget for Best Buy Inc. Expert in subcontractor management and fostering team collaboration, I excel in driving efficiency and optimizing resources. Skilled in preconstruction planning and change order management, my leadership has consistently enhanced project success and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Project Manager
Best Buy Inc
04.2016 - Current
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Put together estimates, specifications, and other project documents.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and subcontractors for optimal cost savings on materials and services.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior business leadership.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules, resulting in timely completions and minimal delays.
- Facilitated the resolution of conflicts among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to success.
- Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity and analyzed data to identify and correct holdups.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Resolved installation inefficiencies to reduce project lags and promote on-time deliverables.
- Developed internal and external relationships to facilitate new store construction.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
Field Deployment Manager
Best Buy Inc
06.2006 - 04.2016
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
New Store Opening Manager
Best Buy Inc
10.1998 - 06.2006
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Law
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MNNo Degree - Criminology And Sociology
University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MNSkills
- Subcontractor Management
- Value Engineering
- Preconstruction Planning
- Estimating
- Scope development
- Construction management
- Change order management
- Scope Definition
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
Best Buy Inc
04.2016 - Current
Field Deployment Manager
Best Buy Inc
06.2006 - 04.2016
New Store Opening Manager
Best Buy Inc
10.1998 - 06.2006
No Degree - Pre-Law
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
No Degree - Criminology And Sociology
University of Minnesota - Duluth