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Jovanim Martinez, MBA, M.Eng., PMP®
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
San Diego,CA
Summary
Results-driven operations professional with proven track record in optimizing business processes, enhancing productivity, and leading high-performing teams. Adept at strategic planning, resource management, and driving operational efficiency in dynamic environments. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, leveraging leadership skills to align teams with organizational goals and deliver tangible outcomes. Known for reliability, decisive problem-solving, and fostering culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Director of Operations
Cal Burton Inc.
San Diego, CA
06.2015 - 07.2022
- Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Portfolio Manager and direct oversight of projects located in Southern California.
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Achieved maximum cost effectiveness by providing value engineering for construction means and methods.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase productivity and profitability while tightly controlling costs.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
Performance Improvement Project Manager(Const/M&O)
Southern California Edison (SONGS)
San Clemente, CA
05.2009 - 06.2013
- Managed department KPIs, special and emergent projects totaling $100M annually.
- Managed organization’s strategic management plan, quality management plan and the regulatory compliance of construction procedural programs and policies.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project teams.
- Oversaw entire building turnover process, enhancing communication between all construction management to facilitate smooth completion.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication and helping to resolve critical issues.
Construction Project Engineer
Southern California Edison SCE (SONGS)
San Clemente, CA
10.2007 - 05.2009
- Gathered and documented requirements from developers, owners, consultants and local code authorities.
- Investigated drawing interpretation problems and conflicts and developed resolution options.
- Handle RFPs, RFIs and RFQs to keep project planning moving smoothly.
- Selected and oversaw subcontractors, built positive relationships and made timely corrections to maintain design specifications.
- Worked with legal department to set and correct contract parameters.
- Visited construction sites daily to evaluate work quality.
Assistant Project Engineer
Perry Construction Co Inc.
Columbia, SC
06.2005 - 08.2007
- Performed constructability reviews encompassing independent, structured assessment of construction bid documents.
- Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities and developing field conditions.
- Completed daily construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Analyzed blueprints and delivered concise instructions to technical team to maintain quality control.
- Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
Avionics Engineer
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
06.1995 - 08.2003
- Performed technical planning, system integration and verification tasks for avionic / navigation / communication systems to strengthen aviation projects.
- Formulated mathematical models or other methods of computer analysis to develop, evaluate or modify design according to customer engineering requirements.
- Formulated conceptual design of aeronautical or aerospace products or systems to meet customer requirements or conform to environmental regulations.
- Remained highly knowledgeable in practices related to government agency guidelines for aircraft installations and utilized expertise to optimize combat readiness.
Chief Operating Officer
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista , CA
07.2022 - Current
- Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
- Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and operational excellence
- Manage $50M Operational Budget
- Manage $500M GO Bonds to modernize schools.
- Manage the construction portfolio ($100M annual)
Education
Certified - Professional Project Management (PMP®)
Project Management Institute
2021 - 2021
Master of Engineering - Civil- Construction Engineering And Management
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL 06.2019 - 12.2020
MBA - Accounting And Finance
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 06.2013 - 05.2015
Graduate Certificate - Black Belt; Lean Six Sigma
University Of San Diego
San Diego, CA 09.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
University Of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 09.2006 - 07.2009
Physics
Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA 08.2004 - 05.2006
Industrial Engineering
University Of San Diego
San Diego, CA 09.2003 - 05.2004
Skills
Scope development
Construction management
Inspection principles
Codes compliance
3D modeling
Autodesk Revit
Relationship building
Delegation
Scheduling
Effective leader
Coaching and mentoring
Business Development
Microsoft Office
Project Management
Client account management
Employee reviews
Budget development
Teamwork
Multitasking abilities
Flexible & Adaptable
Cultural awareness
Staff training/development
Organization and Time management
Reading blueprints
Quote
There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
Colin Powell
Software
Autodesk Revit Suite
Primavera P6
On Screen Take Off (OTS)
BIM software
Auto Cad Civil
Adobe Suite
Blue Beam
Procore
Facilitron
LLM (Artificial Intelligence)
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)
- Honor Society
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- National Society of Hispanic MBA (NSHMBA)
- Liberty University Alumni
- University of Alabama at Birmingham Alumni
- Morehouse College Football Alumni
- Forbes School of Business at University of Arizona Alumni
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
- US Marine Corps Association
Hobbies
- Coaching Youth Football
- Youth Mentorship
- Advocating for Combat Veterans
- Servicing the Community
Additional Information
- Youth Program Directo; IHF - Eastlake
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.; Former Executive Committee Chair Member, Former Retention Chairman, Former Local Chapter President
- Southwestern College; Chula Vista, CA; Wide Receiver Coach
- Eastlake Panthers Youth Football Head Coach
- PMI- San Diego Member
Accomplishments
Key Recent Projects
· School Construction; Sotomayor Elementary School: Oversaw a 97,000 ft², $77 million project completed on time and under budget, including CEQA compliance and sustainable building practices.
· School Construction; Jeffers Elementary School: Oversaw a 68,000 ft², $35 million project completed on time and under budget, including CEQA compliance and sustainable building practices.
· Solar Panel Installation Initiative: Directed a $32 million project to install 18,050 solar panels across 46 sites, reducing district energy costs by 40%.
· Transportation Center Development; Maxwell Transportation: Delivered a $16 million fleet maintenance facility, enhancing operational efficiency for a 50-school district.
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Chula Vista Elementary School District
07.2022 - Current
Certified - Professional Project Management (PMP®)
Project Management Institute
2021 - 2021
Master of Engineering - Civil- Construction Engineering And Management
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
06.2019 - 12.2020
Regional Director of Operations
Cal Burton Inc.
06.2015 - 07.2022
Graduate Certificate - Black Belt; Lean Six Sigma
University Of San Diego
09.2013 - 12.2013
MBA - Accounting And Finance
Liberty University
06.2013 - 05.2015
Performance Improvement Project Manager(Const/M&O)
Southern California Edison (SONGS)
05.2009 - 06.2013
Construction Project Engineer
Southern California Edison SCE (SONGS)
10.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
University Of Arizona
09.2006 - 07.2009
Assistant Project Engineer
Perry Construction Co Inc.
06.2005 - 08.2007
Physics
Morehouse College
08.2004 - 05.2006
Industrial Engineering
University Of San Diego
09.2003 - 05.2004
Avionics Engineer
United States Marine Corps
06.1995 - 08.2003