Kelly Pizzo
Lake Zurich,IL
Summary
Construction management professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develop scopes, contracting, checks field activities and updates clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
Waikato Enterprises, Inc.
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed out-of-state commercial renovations for new or existing Self Storage facilities ranging in values from 1M to 4M.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Produced scopes of work and sought bids from qualified candidates local to each project.
- Prepared, negotiated and executed project contracts for cost-effective contractors.
- Prepared and implemented construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Performed regular out-of-state job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability and communicated weekly information to customer and management.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Collaborated and coordinated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Conducted pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives to confirm solid scopes and identify constraints early.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior business leadership.
- Developed, compiled and presented cost estimates for multiple projects.
- Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
Construction Manager
Cobalt Commercial Construction, LLC
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Developed and managed team of 16 office, superintendent and laborers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Managed ground-up and existing commercial renovations for projects valued between 750K and 4.5M.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
Project Manager
DeGrazia Development
03.2004 - 01.2006
- Managed construction of single family and multi-family developments throughout Chicago with individual units ranging in value of 450K-950K.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Monitored residential, commercial, remodels and new construction projects.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Monitored project milestones and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines.
- Coordinated on-site construction shutdowns, testing and inspections, reporting details and concerns to designated team supervisors.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Oversaw selection, procurement and allocation of building materials and equipment.
- Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
Construction Project Manager
Gonzales Construction
06.2003 - 11.2005
- Managed projects for Chicago Water Reclamation District and Chicago Public Libraries.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Thoroughly reviewed material proposals and negotiated contracts.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Supervision
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05.2001
Skills
- Building Site Supervision
- Project Management
- Commercial Construction Expertise
- Subcontractor Management
- Contract Preparation
- Schedule Management
- Vendor and Contractor Negotiations
- Specification and Blueprint Interpretation/Scopes-of-work
- Permit and License Procurement
- Research
Timeline
Construction Manager
Waikato Enterprises, Inc.
01.2022 - 03.2023
Construction Manager
Cobalt Commercial Construction, LLC
04.2006 - 08.2008
Project Manager
DeGrazia Development
03.2004 - 01.2006
Construction Project Manager
Gonzales Construction
06.2003 - 11.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Supervision
William Rainey Harper College
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