Kollie B. Pewu III
Blanco,TX
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 10 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Target Remodeling Solutions LLC
Austin, TX
03.2020 - Current
- Planned and schedule for upcoming projects
- Oversight of staff on new or remodel projects
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Hired vendors for licensed required projects
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported weekly payroll to accounting department
- Worked with local inspectors on new projects
- Participated in brainstorming and goals meetings
- Utilized software (Buildertrend.Slack) for communication document storage and scheduling with management
- Held vendors/contractors for Safety 1st requirements and process
Director of Plant
Southpark Meadows Senior Living
Austin, TX
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Operations/Housekeeping/Safety/Compliance
- In depth technical understanding involved with repairs and preventative maintenance of heating systems, plumbing, environmental systems and general construction
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to prioritize demands, lead a team and make decisions
- Possess a strong sense of urgency
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Computer literate with Word, Excel and online systems
- Fiscally responsible
- Knowledgeable of building systems, safety standards and state and federal compliance regulations including all emergency systems
- Capable of making sound decisions regarding the maintenance and integrity of these systems
- Housekeeping /Safety Director
- Handle all administrative record keeping and purchases
- Manage nurses call system
- Department purchases and contract formulation utilizing 3rd party system (Determine)
- Coordinate and oversee monthly safety meetings
- Certified in Direct Supply TELS application usage
- Trains new staff during orientation on Life safety
Maintenance Director
Southpark Meadows Senior Living
Austin, TX
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Under new management as of December 2019)
- Perform daily walkthrough throughout the entire residence, grounds and parking area to check building upkeep, appearance, safety of common areas and proper operation of equipment
- Reviews all work orders from resident work order log daily and completes tasks as assigned
- Troubleshoots equipment problems to determine required repairs
- Completes all required maintenance and repairs for building, grounds, and equipment in a timely manner
- Maintains expenses for parts and reviews all costs before purchasing with Executive Director
- Works in conjunction with Executive Director to make monthly budget work
- Schedules maintenance and bids for repair to jobs outside his/her scope
- Complete bid proposals and submit to Executive Director for all projects or work requiring outside contractors/vendors
- Coordinate preventative maintenance based on specific residence schedule
- Coordinate and provide oversight of work performed by outside vendors to ensure it is completed in a timely fashion and in the agreed upon and/or contracted manner
- Performs regular checks of all required building and safety systems and equipment
- Maintains records of repairs, preventative maintenance, warranties, and inspections
- Present a professional, positive and helpful attitude at all times when interacting with residents, customers and co-workers
- Supervises any Maintenance Technicians assigned to the residence
- Assigns work to Maintenance Technicians and conducts appropriate follow-up to ensure all work is completed
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
- Conducts Life Safety code checks and schedules to ensure compliance with TDADS
Darwin Homes LLC
Austin, TX
05.2019 - 09.2019
- General maintenance for various properties
- Startup location in Austin
- Independendent and Temporary contractor
- Make ready repairs and Renovations on residential properties
Maintenance Director
Parson House Preston Hollow, Parsons
Dallas, Austin, TX
01.2009 - 06.2017
- Determine schedules and workloads and supervise maintenance staff
- Make hiring and termination recommendations by evaluating staff
- Interpret, develop and implement policies and procedures
- Monitoring and taking part in operations in assigned sections including developing, inspecting projects, implementing modifications and recommending specifications, improvements and scheduling for contracts, inspecting contractor's work and negotiating price
- Ensure that all staff members are trained in composite maintenance activities and were strictly following standard operating procedures
- Order materials and supplies
- Help in tracking and monitoring of expenditures for the section
- Synchronized the section activities with other sections, departments, programs including scheduling and resolving problems
- Help with the staff selection process
- Inspect and coordinate the work done by contractors
- Ensure that proper safety training was provided to the staff at the joining and that were properly followed by them
- Responsible for periodic evaluations of subordinates and suggested and implemented disciplines as necessary
- Coordinate activities with other responders
- Respond to emergencies as requested
- Perform building maintenance service & repairs in the areas of plumbing, heating, carpentry, painting, plastering & electrical; maintains grounds & equipment, coordinated vendors
- Oversee the functioning of building systems including mechanical, fire/life safety, elevators etc
- Manage a staff of employees in the maintenance of buildings and housekeeping
- Very familiar with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures within the facilities/maintenance field
- My extensive experience and judgment help me to plan and accomplish a variety of goals and undertake multiple tasks
- I exercise a wide degree of creativity and responsibility to lead and direct the work of others
- Develop facility –specific fire safety, disaster and evacuation procedures
- Develop and train staff to conduct fire drill per local regulations and community policies
- Repair drywall and paint as necessary
- Write, design and produce daily, monthly expense reports
- Maintain contracted services for elevators, HVAC, boilers, landscape and other facility operations as needed
- Supervise and manage security, kitchen and housekeeping for the senior assisted living community
- Provide coverage and customer service for Executive Director, marketer and front desk manager during absences
- Hire employees & Sub Contractor
- Obtain proper building permits
- Stay updated of any changes to local, state & federal building regulations & codes
- Provide professional, quality and courteous service to all clients
Education
Public Relations And Organizational Communication
Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts 08.2007 - 12.2009
ProActive Safety Services-Renovator Initial EPA Lead safe certified Certified Renovator - undefined
Cincinnati, OHSkills
Advanced problem solving
undefinedCertification
Training - OSHA 10 hr Construction Safety and Health
Timeline
Training - OSHA 10 hr Construction Safety and Health
06-2023
Project Manager
Target Remodeling Solutions LLC
03.2020 - Current
Director of Plant
Southpark Meadows Senior Living
12.2019 - 01.2021
Maintenance Director
Southpark Meadows Senior Living
09.2019 - 12.2019
Darwin Homes LLC
05.2019 - 09.2019
Maintenance Director
Parson House Preston Hollow, Parsons
01.2009 - 06.2017
Public Relations And Organizational Communication
Northeastern University
08.2007 - 12.2009
ProActive Safety Services-Renovator Initial EPA Lead safe certified Certified Renovator - undefined
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