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Laura Ries

Laura Ries

Project Management- Construction Risk
LAKE WORTH,FLORIDA

Summary

Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in streamlining workflow to minimize risk and enhancing productivity. Proactive in identifying and resolving problems. Ability to multitask, think strategically and execute results. Develop and maintaining internal and external relationships. Self-starter with the ability to quickly adapt to new circumstances as arise. Independent, decision making, problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.

Technical Qualifications- Procore, Building Connected, Microsoft Teams, DocuSign, Bluebeam, Google Documents, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and ability to grasp new programs.

Work History

Project Management -Prequalification Coordinator

Kaufman Lynn Construction
Delray Beach, FL
03.2017 - Current
  • Enroll and maintain a database of 450+ subcontractor annually with Lockton. A 3rd party subcontractor default insurance qualifier.
  • Expedite 50-75 contract daily for all of Kaufman Lynn's Projects.
  • Work with management to determine priorities and implement strategies to achieve goals.
  • Implemented user-friendly document that is distributed company wide.
  • Ensure complete and accurate files are maintained according to project requirements.
  • Participate in meetings and conference calls and maintain communications with project teams.
  • Work with preconstruction team, estimators and project mangers though all construction phases.
  • Developed and host webinars for subcontractors and coworkers.
  • Cross trained to process certificate of insurance, notice to owner, performance bonds, CCIP and OCIP programs.

Administrative Coordinator

Advanced Control Corporation
Oakland Park, FL
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • Coordination, and successfully complete projects to meet time and cost objectives.
  • Support project managers and engineers with over 100 projects from Florida to Georgia.
  • Monitor and updates project daily on Google Documents.
  • Create RFI's, process change orders, complete submittals, closeout documents, warranty letters.
  • Request CAD drawing, and MEP files from contractors.
  • Order scissors lifts and other large construction equipment for projects.
  • Apply for permits, request inspections, and resolve any issues with subcontractors.
  • Order materials for all projects.

Project Manager

REO Renovators and Roofing
Dania Beach, FL
02.2015 - 03.2017
  • Implemented, restructured, and improved project efficiency by 15%
  • Ensure that all project generated at least 60% of net profit
  • Coordinated 40-50 project with multiple vendors r to complete renovations
  • Created progress reports to Fannie Mae on a weekly basis
  • Investigated, processed, and closed permits for construction projects
  • Solved all critical and sensitive issues within 24 hours
  • Completed projects prior to projected deadline.

Broker- Associate

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.2003 - 01.2015
  • Negotiated contracts for sellers to net the highest profit.
  • Generated property flyers, postcards, marketing, and social media advertisements.
  • Schedule appointments with lenders, home inspectors and bank appraisers.
  • Market Analysis for Relocation clients and relocation companies.
  • Investigate permit issues, city violations and association discrepancies.
  • Short Sale, REO Certification Negotiation and Relocation Services Certified.

Senior Operations Manager

Chase Manhattan Bank
Brooklyn, NY
02.1990 - 01.2000
  • Monitored over1,000 bank transactions and security trades daily.
  • Elected to resolve antiquated income and security inquires.
  • Accountable for monthly reconciliation of 40-50 mutual fund accounts.
  • Acted as liaison between mutual fund managers and outside advisors.
  • Rectified bank discrepancies to minimize risk to the bank.
  • Trained new staff and corporate clients on in-house clearance system.

Education

Finance

Queensborough College
Queens, NY

Real Estate Brokers License -

Gold Coast School
Fort Lauderdale, FL

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