LORRAINE HENRY
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented and dependable professional with over 10 years of experience supporting high-level operations through strong project coordination, administrative leadership, and client-focused communication, now focused on commercial construction project management. Skilled in managing project timelines, organizing documentation, coordinating subcontractors and stakeholders, and ensuring tasks are completed accurately in fast-paced environments. Adept at maintaining compliance, tracking project progress, and meeting strict deadlines with precision and professionalism. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, digital project tools, and record management systems. Recognized for strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to support successful construction project execution across cross-functional teams.
Project management professional prepared to drive project success through effective planning and team coordination. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance project delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to dynamic project requirements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Project Manager
Donai Restoration Inc
Syracuse, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Manage project schedules, task sequencing, and milestone tracking to keep active construction projects on time
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries to support smooth jobsite operations
- Track project documentation including contracts, change orders, invoices, and compliance records
- Support budgeting activities by organizing cost documentation and monitoring project expenses
- Communicate with clients and internal teams to provide progress updates and ensure project expectations are met
- Maintain organized project files from planning through project closeout
Administrative Assistant
ProAct, Inc.
Syracuse, NY
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Provide administrative support to the president and Vice president of a multinational company and oversee heavy calendar management, travel arrangements, and expense reports
- Utilize excellent customer service to schedule and coordinate appointments via phone, text, and emails
- Plan and coordinate internal meetings and offsite events and arrange transportation
- Coordinate Schedule meetings maintain calendars and events; create and distribute agenda and meeting summary
- Coordinate all corporate travel, work with travel agencies, and coordinate conference and hotel accommodations
- Manage company incoming, and outbound calls as well as emails
- Manage office supply inventory and ordering
- Screen phone calls, and visitors and follow security procedures
- Protect and maintain the confidentiality of all company business and any personal information
- Filing, scanning, and other administrative tasks as assigned
- Managed office supplies inventory, optimizing procurement processes to reduce costs.
- Supported onboarding processes by preparing training materials and coordinating orientation sessions.
- Analyzed operational workflows, identifying areas for improvement that enhanced overall organizational efficiency.
- Coordinated scheduling and meetings for multiple departments, ensuring efficient time management.
Immigration Paralegal (Remote)
Immigration Law, Law Office of Jeffrey Goldman
Seattle, WA
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Assist in preparing and filing family-sponsored petitions (e.g., I-130, I-485, I-765, I-864, I-751, N-400, and I-131).
- Prepare adjustment of status (AOS) and consular processing applications.
- Gather supporting documents, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, tax records, and affidavits of support.
- Complete and submit waivers (e.g., I-601, I-601A) for inadmissibility cases.
- Monitor USCIS case statuses and provide updates to clients.
- Draft legal correspondence to clients, government agencies, and other legal professionals.
- Communicate with clients to ensure all required evidence and forms are submitted correctly.
- Prepare work permit (EAD) and travel document (Advance Parole) applications.
- Assist attorneys with removal of conditions on a green card (I-751) and fiancé visa (K-1/K-3) petitions.
- Research immigration laws, policies, and case precedents to assist attorneys.
- Schedule and prepare clients for USCIS interviews and biometrics appointments.
- Maintain case files and deadlines using legal software (e.g., Docketwise, LawLogix, INSZoom).
- Provide support for humanitarian petitions, such as VAWA (Violence Against Women Act), U visas, and asylum applications
- Managed client communications, providing updates and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Conducted legal research to support case strategies, enhancing overall team effectiveness.
- Prepared and filed immigration petitions, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and deadlines.
Project Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Henry Residential Restoration
Syracuse, NY
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Supported project managers on active residential and commercial construction projects by coordinating schedules, documentation, and subcontractor communication
- Managed construction contract administration including change orders, subcontracts, NDAs, and compliance documentation
- Tracked project deadlines, permits, insurance certificates, and safety records to ensure regulatory compliance
- Assisted with bid proposals, vendor coordination, and project cost tracking through invoice and budget support
- Maintained organized project files and document control systems for efficient project execution
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocation to ensure timely completion of restoration projects.
- Managed communication between clients, contractors, and team members to streamline project workflows.
- Developed and maintained project documentation, including schedules, budgets, and reports for stakeholder review.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced project turnaround time.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03.2026
Associate's degree - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Syracuse, NY06-2025
Skills
- Email and phone management
- Databases
- Construction
- Data entry
- Office management and supply inventory
- Construction document control
- Contract drafting
- Case management software
- Case management
- Accurate data entry and document management systems Expense Documentation
- Spreadsheets
- Paralegal experience
- Construction permits
- Construction quality control
- Project management methodology
- Schedule & calendar planning
- Residential building projects
- Filing
- Project management
- Construction contract administration
- Regulatory compliance management
- Phone etiquette
- Project coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- ProCore
- File organization
- Calendar management
- Schedule management
- Construction change orders
- Project monitoring
- Project planning
- Project scheduling
- Purchasing and procurement
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
Assistant Project Manager
Donai Restoration Inc
02.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
ProAct, Inc.
10.2022 - 02.2024
Immigration Paralegal (Remote)
Immigration Law, Law Office of Jeffrey Goldman
04.2018 - 01.2021
Project Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Henry Residential Restoration
04.2017 - 03.2018
Associate's degree - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix