Kevin Sayers
Bloomfield,NJ
Summary
A highly effective executive successful in leading a team managing capital/expense projects from inception to launch. More than 25 years of progressive management experience and repeated success in developing project initiatives, directing project plans, and achieving budget targets.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Construction
&pizza
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Develop project objectives and plans including delineation of scope for all upcoming projects
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Budget parameters, scheduling, setting performance requirements, and selecting project participants
- Oversee the planning, design, construction and closeout of all projects
- Build and continue relationships with all architects, engineers, general contractors, and vendors
- Communicating with company executives and board members.
Senior Construction Project Manager
&pizza
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Responsible for overall management of multiple construction projects (plans, budgets, schedules, organizes, and controls assigned projects)
- Maintained close contact with operations, vendors, and various other internal departments
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Monitored construction and financial activities to ensure proper project completion.
- Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems.
Senior Project Manager
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
05.2019 - 04.2022
- Directed team of Project Managers delivering a range of projects for the McDonald's account, including new builds, relocations of existing locations, and major / minor remodels of existing locations
- Consistently delivered projects on time and under budget even during the pandemic, often requiring developing work around for often unavailable items and limited manpower.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Project Manager
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Delivered multiple projects consistently for the McDonald's account, including new builds, relocations of existing locations, and major / minor remodels of existing locations
- Assisted in developing enhanced systems to support our team's effort in reporting and communicating information to the client.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Senior Store Planning Manager
Toys R Us
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed a team of Store Planning managers responsible for Capital and Expense Projects as well as New / Remodel Stores
- Oversaw the development of Fixture Orders, MEO Electrical Plans, and Floor care plans for all projects
- Developed and maintained partnerships with numerous vendors across multiple platforms
- Worked closely with members from the Design Team on developing new and innovative fixtures and concepts for implementation across the chain
- Worked side by side with the Construction Team on building new stores and maintaining existing portfolio.
Store Planning Manager
Toys R Us
09.2001 - 10.2016
Store Planning Coordinator
Toys R Us
06.1997 - 09.2001
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA05.1990
Skills
- Multiple task oriented with emphasis on retaining quality standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent time management
- Resolution-oriented
- Proficient at evaluating problems and quickly devising practical solutions
- Attention to detail
- Timely Project Completion
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Change Management Process
- Critical Thinking
- Planning and Coordination
Certification
OSHA - 30
Timeline
Director of Construction
&pizza
08.2022 - 05.2023
Senior Construction Project Manager
&pizza
04.2022 - 08.2022
Senior Project Manager
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
05.2019 - 04.2022
Project Manager
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions
05.2018 - 05.2019
Senior Store Planning Manager
Toys R Us
10.2016 - 05.2018
Store Planning Manager
Toys R Us
09.2001 - 10.2016
Store Planning Coordinator
Toys R Us
06.1997 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Virginia Wesleyan University
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