Lindsey Hefner
Houston,TX
Summary
Seasoned Construction professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills. Competent in team, budget and schedule oversight. Develops scopes, checks field activities and updates clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Jeff Joyce Law Firm
Houston, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
Project Manager
South Texas Electric
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- 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.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Developed and executed pre-construction milestones on project schedule.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
Marketing/ Sales Manager, Tech
CC Med Spa
Corpus Christi
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
- Implemented, executed and strategically expanded business channel partnerships and program initiatives.
- Managed sales promotions and marketing strategies on major social media sites.
- Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Collaborated with advertising group to create uniformity between advertising messages and retail incentives.
- Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
Construction Project Manager
Blue Heaven
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Scheduled workforce needs with superintendents and allocated company resources to meet project requirements.
- Regulated and managed construction plans, materials, budgeting and staff to complete $700,000 project.
- Read and interpreted blueprints in Pool360 before planning or delegating days work to team of 25 employees.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity and analyzed data to identify and correct holdups.
- Improved cost control through effective allocation of subcontractors and site resources.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
Construction Project Manager/ Sales Manager
Gary’s Pool & Patio
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2012 - 02.2016
- Scheduled workforce needs with superintendents and allocated company resources to meet project requirements.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity and analyzed data to identify and correct holdups.
- Improved cost control through effective allocation of subcontractors and site resources.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Supervised day-to-day activities of 35 person team of contractors to promote productivity and efficient use of resources, maintaining on-time and under-budget project delivery.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Thoroughly reviewed material proposals and negotiated contracts.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
Construction Project Manager (Ground up Build)
Shogun Grill And Bar
Corpus Christi, TX
06.2012 - 10.2012
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
- Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
Construction Project Manager
Custom Home Builders Of South Texas
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2008 - 02.2012
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Scheduled workforce needs with superintendents and allocated company resources to meet project requirements.
- Regulated and managed construction plans, materials, budgeting and staff to complete $500,000 project.
- Led quality assurance operations to increase efficiency and reduce project gaps.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Reviewed project scope, required materials and labor pricing to develop competitive bids.
- Thoroughly reviewed material proposals and negotiated contracts.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
- Consulted with clients to define objectives and develop scopes.
- Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
Marketing Manager
Roberts & Associates
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
- Secured long-term accounts by recommending strategies to promote brand effectiveness and highlight product benefits.
- Recruited and hired capable team members to add value and diverse skills set to marketing department.
- Performed market segmentations, targeting and positioning for each product line.
- Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
- Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
Education
Associate Of Applied Business - Business And Marketing, Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX03.2002
Skills
- Project Deadlines
- Restoration Processes
- Building, Demolition and Renovation
- Bid Preparation
- New Construction
- Status Meetings
- Commercial Projects
- Planning and Design
- Change Orders
- Building Site Supervision
- First Aid
- Budget Planning
- Subcontractor Management
- Identifying Building Costs
- Inspection Principles
- Subcontractor Relations
- Contract Coordination
- Handling Purchase Orders
- Meet Code Requirements
- Project Leadership
- Team Meetings
- Hardworking and Reliable
- Construction Scheduling
- Work Site Preparation
- Permit and License Procurement
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Jeff Joyce Law Firm
07.2022 - Current
Project Manager
South Texas Electric
01.2021 - 04.2022
Marketing/ Sales Manager, Tech
CC Med Spa
12.2018 - 12.2020
Construction Project Manager
Blue Heaven
02.2016 - 10.2018
Construction Project Manager/ Sales Manager
Gary’s Pool & Patio
11.2012 - 02.2016
Construction Project Manager (Ground up Build)
Shogun Grill And Bar
06.2012 - 10.2012
Construction Project Manager
Custom Home Builders Of South Texas
01.2008 - 02.2012
Marketing Manager
Roberts & Associates
01.2005 - 01.2008
Associate Of Applied Business - Business And Marketing, Nursing
Del Mar College