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Jevelle Branch

Sterling,VA

Summary

Dynamic Facilities Management leader with a proven track record at SUPERNAL, adept in strategic planning and project management. Excelled in enhancing facility efficiency and safety, achieving significant compliance improvements. Skilled in contract negotiation and team coordination, fostering operational excellence and innovation in facility management.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities Manager

SUPERNAL
Washington, DC
05.2022 - 12.2024
  • Company Overview: Hyundai Affiliate | https://www.hyundai.com
  • Brought on board to manage end-to-end construction of a 2 ½ floors and innovation center
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute facility projects within budget and timelines, promoted safety, and implemented preventive maintenance plans while overseeing contract management, vendor relations, budget development, procurement, and regulatory compliance across facilities
  • Spearheaded timely and under-budget delivery of facility construction projects by creating and managing cost-saving budgets, forecasting, monitoring purchase orders, and regulating vendor spending
  • Increased compliance rate by XX% across facilities by working closely with the Environmental, Health, & Safety Manager to reduce violations related to OSHA, leading to enhanced site safety and zero penalties
  • Reduced workplace incidents and fostered a culture of performance excellence and teamwork by launching facilitywide safety programs and DEI initiatives, resulting in efficient implementation of facility policies and procedures
  • Implemented preventive maintenance plans for MEP equipment that helped improve efficiency of facility infrastructure and prevented constant equipment breakdowns
  • Sourced, recruited, and trained a highly qualified facility team of 3, including Receptionist, Facilities Coordinator and Day Porter, to support continuous improvement and end-to-end project management processes within facilities
  • Lowered attrition rates and prioritized talent development by creating and managing costs/high-impact fringe benefits such as wellness clinics, social events, and team-building offsite events
  • Served as the main point of contact for key stakeholders such as Hyundai and Kai affiliates on property management, facility maintenance, and project planning
  • Launched Companywide Facilities programs such as the Lunch Program, facilities ticketing system, and events form/planning to optimize operations, team productivity, and project excellence
  • Hyundai Affiliate | https://www.hyundai.com

Director of Operations and Collaborative Projects

DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Washington, DC
11.2018 - 05.2022
  • Company Overview: https://www.desa.org
  • Directed completion of renovations and new construction projects in liaison with the Department of General Services, drove operational excellence, implemented preventive maintenance systems for the school facilities, and led contract negotiations
  • Supervised and guided staff in delivering operations and collaborative projects across the school on time, within budget, and per campus standards, including renovations and new constructions
  • Conducted weekly inspections of facility systems, such as lighting, to ensure effective operations and implemented preventive maintenance programs to address repairs, thus maximizing students' learning experience
  • Hastened approval of construction projects and budgets by coordinating budget development and analysis
  • Steered win-win contract negotiations with vendors to ensure adoption of favorable contract terms, thus saving cost
  • Built solid and long-term relationships with outsourced service providers, including facilities management, security services and custodial vendors, to improve safety and security of facilities
  • Masterminded and instituted detailed operating procedures (SOPs) for the full end-to-end process of operating facilities within the school and management of staff
  • Https://www.desa.org

Property Operations Manager

MBB AFFILIATES, LLC FOR DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Washington, DC
07.2017 - 05.2018
  • Supervised daily operational management activities of a 275k sq
  • Ft
  • Facility, instituted maintenance plans, and coordinated end-to-end project management across the school
  • Promoted safety within the facilities, managed contracts, and coordinated selection of vendors for facility maintenance projects
  • Drove delivery of maintenance projects per approved quality standards by instituting preventive maintenance programs for interiors and exteriors, leading to minimal repairs
  • Oversaw and initiated fire, life and other safety programs within the facility to reduce injuries in case of fire incidents
  • Gained 100% approval rate on contract programs and projects by assessing facility needs, presenting comprehensive requests to administration, and ensuring all property management problems were addressed on time
  • Managed selection of contract services, vendor negotiation of service agreements and day-to-day monitoring of vendor performance to assure full compliance with standards established within the service agreement
  • Structured and realigned the Building Operating Plan and Budget to facilitate property management, facility repairs, and construction project execution
  • Performed monthly building inspections while implementing health and safety protocols to reduce incidents impact
  • Served as a key member of various facility management committees and collaborated with the school board to ensure effective maintenance of properties
  • Empowered key stakeholders with insightful financial reports on facility and property maintenance, resulting in informed decision-making on various construction projects

Regional Facilities Manager

HINES FOR AMAZON GLOBAL REAL ESTATE AND FACILITIES
Herndon, VA
02.2014 - 03.2017
  • Headhunted to manage facility operations of a 500k sq
  • Ft
  • Between four corporate sites in Northern Virginia, including SCIF spaces
  • Developed project management and facility maintenance policies and procedures, led teams, and conducted regular inspections
  • Monitored vendor quality assurance programs, coordinated successful operations, and led tracking of work-order-related metrics
  • Steered a XX-facility team in implementing creative facility solutions and programs, including facilities coordinators, general contractors, movers and day porters that addressed evolving business and employee needs
  • Ensured effective execution of facility services by coordinating, scheduling, and overseeing contractors' activities
  • Reduced workplace deficiencies across various facilities by conducting regular on-site inspections and tracking work order-related metrics and financial performance
  • Developed and oversaw project budget worth $2M by monitoring budget, variance reports, and operational analysis
  • Improved safety of employees within the facility by identifying and remediating safety hazards to ensure a safe working environment
  • Coordinated effective management of small operations-based projects such as office moves, office configurations, and build-out of office space
  • Implemented emergency preparedness programs, such as staff training for safety czars, drills (fire, stay-in-place, earthquake), and emergency kits to ensure readiness for emergencies and promote safety

Regional Facilities Supervisor

CapitalSource
Chevy Chase, MD
04.2012 - 02.2014
  • Management Overview: 10 Remote Locations with Multiple Facilities | 83,000 sq
  • Ft
  • Of 'Class 'A' office space with 165+ staff | Property Leasing | $500k Budget | Contract Management | Vendor Relations | Facilities Request & Security | Preventive Maintenance Programs | Office Design

Regional Facilities Office Services Supervisor

Booz Allen Hamilton
Norfolk, VA
01.2005 - 04.2012
  • Management Overview: 15+ Office Moves | 9+ Facility Expansions | 40+ Staff Members | Facility Management | Budget Planning Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Locations | Emergency Preparedness

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA

Skills

  • Facilities Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Budget Development
  • Site Supervision
  • Executive Leadership
  • Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Team Coordination
  • Vendor Relations
  • Procurement
  • Fire Safety & Prevention
  • Workplace Health & Safety Standards (OSHA)
  • Space Planning
  • Capital Expenditure
  • Energy Cost Optimization
  • Lease & Property Management
  • Construction Project Oversight
  • Renovation
  • Resource Allocation
  • Risk Assessment
  • Smart Building Technologies
  • Operational Excellence
  • Microsoft/Google Suites
  • Salesforce
  • Service Now
  • Workspeed
  • Agilquest
  • Concur
  • Zendesk
  • Envoy
  • Tipalti
  • Slack

Key Career Highlights

  • Supervised a XX-facility maintenance team who ensured successful delivery of multiple large construction projects worth $XX+.
  • Improved project delivery speed by implementing schedules and developing strategic operational plans that served as a blueprint for meeting project standards and best practices.
  • Led various employees in multiple organizations, including Supernal, DESA, MBB Affiliates, and Hines for Amazon Global Real Estate and Facilities, to facilitate completion of facilities maintenance projects.
  • Spearheaded effective implementation of preventive maintenance plans and programs across various facilities to reduce equipment breakdown and improve efficiency in facility infrastructure.
  • Fostered a culture of compliance with OSHA standards, policies, and procedures across facilities, leading to minimal conflicts.

Timeline

Facilities Manager

SUPERNAL
05.2022 - 12.2024

Director of Operations and Collaborative Projects

DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
11.2018 - 05.2022

Property Operations Manager

MBB AFFILIATES, LLC FOR DUKE ELLINGTON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
07.2017 - 05.2018

Regional Facilities Manager

HINES FOR AMAZON GLOBAL REAL ESTATE AND FACILITIES
02.2014 - 03.2017

Regional Facilities Supervisor

CapitalSource
04.2012 - 02.2014

Regional Facilities Office Services Supervisor

Booz Allen Hamilton
01.2005 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Arts - English

Virginia State University

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