Linda Anderson
Fort Lauderdale,USA
Summary
Experienced leader with a successful track record in fast-paced work environments. Skilled at problem-solving and motivating team members to achieve exceptional results. Demonstrates expertise in project management, process improvement, financial analysis, and strategic planning, consistently driving positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Corporate Real Estate Construction Management
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
09.2018 - Current
- Responsible for the overall management and execution of the DP CRE construction management and development process across all DP business units consisting of build to suit, build to own and leasehold improvements, including strategic planning and site selection, executive/corporate presentation, project budgeting, to meet emerging business and external needs, and ensure their continuous improvement in cost and quality
- Build and manage the relationships with and between key stakeholders during the design, management, and implementation of projects while understanding the diverse stakeholders' interests, problems, and concerns to resolve potential conflict
- Partnered with Commercial team on strategy and solutions for site selection and lease vs own assets for DP business units; Global Freight, Ecommerce, Express and Supply Chain, for Industrial warehouses, airport facilities, and office locations, in the US, Canada and Caribbean
- Responsible for constructing ongoing and future real estate developments across the US, from pre-development to packaging, tendering, delivery, and hand-over. Manage build-to-suit Sui Cold Storage projects for DHL Global Freight across the US.
- Define scope of work in partnership with DHL internal business units to create cost-effective designs utilizing corporate standards and implement value engineering to ensure cost controls
- Implement corporate standards for business terms and conditions, considering industry changes, e.g., green leases, environmental commitments, ownership risks
- Creation of ESG and carbon-neutral design standards to be implemented into DHL leasehold and owned assets
- Collaborate with internal business leaders from Legal, Finance, Procurement, Technology, Construction, and Operations departments to ensure business and real estate development strategies and goals are implemented and achieved
- Direct management of professional and technical staff, including consultants, engaged in overseeing the execution of capital construction to enhance performance, review work processes, systems, procedures, and practices, and direct changes to improve productivity
Real Estate Consultant
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
12.2008 - 09.2018
- Managing the design, development, and implementation of Project & Development Services on behalf of client, using established processes, experience, and expertise to execute a project or group of projects conceptualized by a preliminary requirement or work order to its successful conclusion; define the goals of these concepts in terms of scope, time, and cost
- Represent business clients on corporate real estate strategies including Innovative workplace design, Integration with TECH partners, and the oversight of day-to-day operations (facilities management, project management and space planning)
- Conducts meetings with Client representatives and project team members to address project scope; budgets; scheduling / timelines and the selection of consultants and contractors
- Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
- Successfully initiate, plan, execute and close all project deliverables as committed
- Ensure project definition documents are prepared and maintained
- Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities
- Advise client on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project and obtain decisions and approval from management on changes to project scope, design, schedule, and cost
Real Estate Solutions Development
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Direct the development and delivery of real estate solutions for the effective use of the DPWN properties to meet the strategic and financial goals of the assigned DPWN companies
- Coordinate client requirements with the overall CRE strategic plan
- Serve in an initiative-taking customer relationship management (CRM) capacity
- Secure high-quality performance through solution driven collaboration with the CRE services functional units
- Act in a Customer Relationship Management capacity with DPWN Senior Leadership
- Conduct Portfolio Reviews to identify and document customer requirements and market plans and translate to Real Estate plans and strategy
- Responsible for building client relationships, accurately setting and meeting client expectations including regular communication and client education
- Effectively manage demand by working with business units to justify the business case for space needs and occupancy costs
- Ensures that real estate solutions developed support business units' forecasts, strategic business plans, goals and initiatives while also demonstrating sound real estate investment principles
- Support business partner's plans align Real Estate Strategy with Corporate Strategy, both long and short term, while maximizing the Real Estate portfolio and reducing costs
- Develop and coordinate real estate solutions to include the acquisition, disposition, relocation, expansion, of Real Estate Assets
- Accountable for the delivery of CRE services to their respective clients to insure implementation of approved real estate solutions
- Responsible for creation and communication of performance metrics and value-added reports to business units and senior management to promote the effective use of space and to identify opportunities to reduce real estate occupancy costs and maximize Return on Investment (ROI)
- Ensure the effective use of space and champion opportunities for cross-business unit integration and Adheres to DPWN governance controls and financial responsibility for project initiatives and ensure compliance with corporate, brand, legal, and governmental standards
Senior Project Manager- Corporate Real Estate
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
09.2004 - 12.2006
- Responsible for guiding complex real estate projects to successful completion while producing satisfied customers, maintaining targeted profit margins, and facilitating team cohesion
- Accountable for the completion of established project goals by ensuring tasks and client deliverables were accomplished within the defined time frame and budget parameters
- Supervised due diligence, acquisitions underwriting, deal structuring, and term negotiating for existing and new faculties
- Administered the solicitation, review, market research, and evaluation of potential real estate acquisitions and negotiation of purchase agreements
- Directed and participated in the preparation and presentation of Investment Committee presentations, financial underwriting, and investment summaries for leasing approval
- Managed all activities related to the design and construction process, from site search, site selection, land development, and approval process with local, state, and federal agencies for development approval
- Interfaced with all internal divisions of the company and its partners, including senior management, as well as all outside consultants to ensure all project requirements were met
- Provided leadership, organization, direction, and training to subordinate project team members
- Responsible for preparation, management, reporting, and control of project schedules
- Coordinated and provided direction for the budget estimating, purchasing, engineering, and accounting, cost, and construction functions
- Responsible for writing and defining scope, estimates, schedules, budget development, contract administration, and procurement
- Managed staff of 3 employees responsible for evaluating project results as to cost, schedule, quality, and client relationships
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect the development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
Strategic Commodity Manager-Real Estate/Construction
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
10.2003 - 09.2004
- Responsible for the procurement of Real Estate, Construction Services and Facilities within the region and management of vendor relationships
- Served as primary contact for country customers, providing guidance and purchasing expertise
- Responsible for building strategic/operating plans for Real Estate and Facilities category and commodities
- Managed end-to-end RFP/supplier selection process for Energy Management Program for all 435 DHL facilities nationally realizing an annual savings more than $4 million
- Created reports and tools for internal customers (Corporate Real Estate) including usage/demand projections, specification development, service level requirements and supplier/industry dynamics to maintain in-depth knowledge of current category trends
Director of Process Improvement
Rexall Sundown, Inc.
01.2000 - 10.2003
- Reporting to the COO and CFO, responsible for developing and managing both strategic and tactical projects
- Provided project management support, profit improvement, planning and analysis of business situations
- Monitored performance results encompassing company's operations and organizations and provided progress updates to Senior Management
- Managed cross functional team to implement the use of a third-party reclamation center (USF) for all returned and destroyed product to reduce the number of unauthorized deductions and diverting of product, producing an annual savings of $6 million
- Created and implemented a comprehensive profit improvement program encompassing all aspects of operations including, transportation, manufacturing, and technical operations that resulted in annual savings of $12 million
- Led and coordinated the development of an Operations strategy encompassing four manufacturing locations and six distribution centers in support of a $3.0 billion business
- Evaluated industry practices to establish key metrics, by benchmarking against other companies and provided support for capital investment decisions, financial analysis, and M&A activity
Education
Master - Construction Management
Florida International University, College of Engineering
Miami, FL06.2000
Bachelor - Design
University of Florida, College of Architecture
Gainesville, FL05.1994
Skills
- Proficient in AutoCAD
- Primavera project coordination
- Experienced in MS Project management
- Proficient in data analysis using Excel
- Visio proficiency
- PowerPoint
- Prince2 project management
Timeline
Director Corporate Real Estate Construction Management
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
09.2018 - Current
Real Estate Consultant
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
12.2008 - 09.2018
Real Estate Solutions Development
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
01.2007 - 12.2008
Senior Project Manager- Corporate Real Estate
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
09.2004 - 12.2006
Strategic Commodity Manager-Real Estate/Construction
Deutsche Post World Net- DHL
10.2003 - 09.2004
Director of Process Improvement
Rexall Sundown, Inc.
01.2000 - 10.2003
Master - Construction Management
Florida International University, College of Engineering
Bachelor - Design
University of Florida, College of Architecture
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