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Jeremiah Watson

Jeremiah Watson

Project Manager
Edwardsville,Illinois

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Construction Project Management and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong relationship building and management with a specialty in contractor relations. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Landmark Homes
05.2024 - Current

• Led cross-functional teams in the successful planning, execution, and delivery of 50+ projects within

budget and on schedule

• Developed comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk

management strategies

• Managed project budgets ranging from $500K to $1.5M, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and

cost control measures

• Monitored project progress regularly through status meetings and reports, identifying potential risks

or issues proactively

• Negotiated contracts with vendors for equipment procurement or services required for project

implementation

• Utilized project management software/tools to track progress, manage documentation, assign tasks,

and monitor resource allocation

• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements or industry standards throughout the duration of

each project

• Resolved conflicts or escalated issues that arose during projects by collaborating with relevant

stakeholders towards mutually beneficial solutions

• Managed multiple concurrent projects while prioritizing tasks based on urgency/importance

• Served as the main point of contact for project-related inquiries or updates from internal/external

stakeholders

• Managed change requests effectively by evaluating their impact on scope, timeline, resources, and

communicating necessary adjustments

Facilities Project Manager

City of Waco
Waco, TX
04.2023 - 05.2024

• Managed and oversaw multiple facilities projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within

budget

• Developed and maintained project schedules, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors

to ensure smooth execution

• Led cross-functional project teams, providing clear direction and guidance to achieve project objectives

• Implemented cost-saving measures by analyzing vendor proposals, negotiating contracts, and sourcing

alternative suppliers

• Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to develop detailed project plans and

specifications

• Monitored project progress regularly, identifying potential risks or delays and implementing corrective

actions as needed

• Ensured compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards throughout

all projects

• Conducted regular site visits to inspect workmanship quality and adherence to specifications

• Maintained accurate documentation of all project activities including budgets, timelines, change orders,

RFIs (Requests for Information), etc

• Coordinated facility maintenance activities such as repairs or upgrades in collaboration with

maintenance staff or external service providers

• Directed renovation projects including space planning/layout changes that improved workflow

efficiency

• Implemented security measures such as access control systems and surveillance cameras to enhance

facility safety

• Coordinated with local authorities for necessary permits, licenses, or inspections required for

construction projects

Capital Projects Manager

Baylor Facility Services, Aramark
Waco, TX
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork, innovation, and creative problem-solving among team members.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Increased customer satisfaction, maintaining open communication lines between clients and the team throughout project lifecycle.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Improved overall organizational productivity by sharing best practices with other departmental managers across the company.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within budget and on schedule.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Successfully completed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality control.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts to support cost-effective solutions.

Field Manager

Starlight Homes
Crowley, TX
12.2020 - 06.2022
  • Manages renovation and construction of City facilities, buildings, and building systems.
  • Manages contractors, contracts, and special projects.
  • Coordinates work with design and engineering consultants and contractors.
  • Supervises and coordinates the work of the Facilities Project Coordinator.
  • Assures effective communication of Facilities issues.
  • Determines priorities of projects.
  • Manages project budgets and expenditures.
  • Develops and manages project scope, specifications, schedules, and budgets.
  • Monitors work sites to ensure that safety rules and regulations are followed and that the work zones and equipment meet safety standards
  • Assures Facilities project activities and procedures comply with all laws, policies, regulations, and standards.
  • Planned, administered, and directed all activities related to campus projects with client financial accountability and was compliant with the standards established by Aramark and the client
  • Responsible for managing the planning, design, and construction of small and large-scale projects.
  • Involved in developing or helping to develop a project's initial concept, as well as overseeing its implementation.
  • Worked on many different types of projects but typically focused on those that required significant amounts of money or resources to complete
  • This included anything from building new parking lots to renovating existing structures or constructing entirely new buildings
  • Oversaw all areas of assigned house construction procedures in accordance with company quality standards and local building requirements
  • Conducted and correctly documented planned client appointments through post-closing practices, while providing all areas of contractor management
  • Reviewed appropriate job-specific information with trade contractors before the start of work and resolved disagreements with trade contractors
  • Solicited opinions from trade contractors on improving procedures, systems, and building practices
  • Maintained all established erosion control methods and land development characteristics while keeping construction and material costs under control.

Superintendent

Invitation Homes
Dallas, Fort Worth, TX
10.2019 - 12.2020

• Create scopes and budgets for all home rehab and turn projects to ensure that each property is transitioned (or returned) to a lease-ready condition as quickly and cost-effectively as possible in accordance with the company's fit and finish standards

• Execute on approved rehab and turn scopes by managing general contractors/vendors to ensure on-time and on-budget projects

• Observe and ensure job site safety during project management visits

• Document and submit change orders for approval, ensuring necessity of scope, cost-effectiveness, and proper completion of approved work

• Based on direction and guidance provided by Portfolio Directors, Regional RTM Directors and Regional Rehab & Turn Managers, identify costs that should be attributed to Residents as part of the company's deposit reconciliation process

• Perform Pre Move-Out Inspections (P-MOI) with residents to ensure that the residents understand expectations of home condition upon move-out

• Conduct Resident Orientations (RO) for new residents near the time of move-in to introduce them to their new home, help set resident responsibility expectations, teach them how their mechanical systems work and educate them regarding the Invitation Homes' ProCare program

• Document the entire rehab and/or turn process with "before" and "after" photos

• Manage the quality control review and punch list process for all home rehab and turn projects• Work in conjunction with Regional management and leadership to assist with vendor management

• Other duties as assigned

HVAC Technician

Air Rescue
05.2019 - 10.2019
  • Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues
  • Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
  • Utilized diagnostic equipment effectively in order to identify malfunctioning components within HVAC systems accurately.

College Student

University of South Florida
08.2015 - 05.2019

Successfully completed all required coursework and awarded Bachelor Degree.

Desk Sergeant

Security Forces
Hurlburt Field, FL
05.2009 - 05.2015

Performs duties as Internal & External security response team member/provides immediate response

to threats - Maintains protection standards for four Protection Level (PL) 3 restricted areas & over 165

PL4 controlled areas vital to mission - Protects wing's 82 Air Force Special Operations Command limited

number combat aircraft valued over $8B

- Performs police duties as mobile and foot patrols conducting crime detection coverage of assigned base

areas - Dispatches Security/Law Enforcement patrols to incidents/accidents/alarms at the four PL 3 and

165 PL4 areas

- Up-channels security situations and Covered Wagon reports involving PL3 resources and implements

Force Protection Condition Alert Messaging System(Cams) - Monitors Air Force Law Enforcement Terminal

System(AFLETS), National Crime Information Center(NCIC), Security Forces Management Information

System(SFMIS) and 911 systems and manages 32 on-duty security forces and guard personnel

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of South Florida

Associate of Science - Business Management

Hillsborough Community College

Certification

EPA 608 Universal HVAC Certification OSHA 10, Construction Operations, EPA 608 Universal, HVAC Certification, Material Procurement, Multi-disciplinary Coordination

Skills

  • Project management
  • Project planning
  • Project planning and development
  • Project scheduling
  • Team collaboration
  • Project tracking
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Schedule management
  • Client relations
  • Customer relations
  • Stakeholder communications
  • Work flow planning
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Risk management
  • Document management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Contract management
  • Project estimation and bidding

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementPaid time off

Timeline

Project Manager

Landmark Homes
05.2024 - Current

Facilities Project Manager

City of Waco
04.2023 - 05.2024

Capital Projects Manager

Baylor Facility Services, Aramark
06.2022 - 04.2023

Field Manager

Starlight Homes
12.2020 - 06.2022

Superintendent

Invitation Homes
10.2019 - 12.2020

HVAC Technician

Air Rescue
05.2019 - 10.2019

College Student

University of South Florida
08.2015 - 05.2019

Desk Sergeant

Security Forces
05.2009 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

University of South Florida

Associate of Science - Business Management

Hillsborough Community College
EPA 608 Universal HVAC Certification OSHA 10, Construction Operations, EPA 608 Universal, HVAC Certification, Material Procurement, Multi-disciplinary Coordination
Jeremiah WatsonProject Manager