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María Valentina Urdaneta Casique

Miami,FL

Summary

Customer and labor-oriented General Manager with 10 years of experience focused on increasing production and minimizing downtime. Adaptive and deadline-oriented with capacity to execute and complete multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen.

Experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.

Service-oriented focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences to drive consistent revenue growth. Coordinates resources to meet expected business and customer demands. Organized decision-maker and strategic planner with top-notch interpersonal and communication skills.

Energetic Professional with comprehensive experience planning, supervising and coordinating various aspects of construction projects. Advanced knowledge of construction management processes paired with familiarity of job-related software. Safety-conscious professional committed to exceeding expectations and maintaining high standards.

Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated Project Manager offering 10+ years of construction and contracting experience on residential projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthroughs and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on over 7 projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction General Manager

MILLENIA CONSTRUCTION
Miami, FL
12.2021 - Current
  • Identified potential risks associated with projects and developed strategies for mitigating them.
  • Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Conducted regular meetings with clients to discuss project progress and address any concerns or issues that may arise.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during construction activities.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Inspected job sites periodically in order to verify that work was being done according to specifications.
  • Audited work plans and recommended adjustments and improvements to reduce costs.
  • Evaluated bids from suppliers and subcontractors in order to select the most cost-effective options.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members in a professional manner while maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Monitored and assessed schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling for simultaneous jobs.
  • Oversaw daily operations of construction sites including labor management, equipment utilization, material procurement.
  • Provided technical guidance when needed regarding design layout changes or modifications due to field conditions.
  • Developed and implemented project plans, budgets, and schedules.
  • Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
  • Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
  • Supervised construction team in order to ensure completion of projects on time and within budget.
  • Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Maximized time and employee productivity, consolidating data, payroll and accounting programs into centralized systems.
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.

Construction Project Manager

GLC GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Miami, FL
09.2016 - 12.2021
  • GENERAL MANAGER AND DESIGNER COORDINATOR
  • Provided technical guidance to on-site personnel including laborers and supervisors.
  • Reduced employee and subcontractor turnover rate.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
  • Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
  • Developed and coordinated construction schedules to meet or exceed company goals.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Mitigated risk, coordinated plans and updated specifications to maintain safety and OSHA compliance.
  • Monitored job sites to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions.
  • Prepared and submitted daily work-site reports, weekly invoices, payroll and overtime requirements.
  • Contracted and supervised workers for construction jobs.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
  • Monitored the progress of construction projects ensuring quality control standards were met.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.

Interior Designer and Job Supervisor

RO AND PARTNERS C.A
Caracas, Vzla, Capital District
04.2014 - 12.2015
  • INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND JOB SUPERVISION (Design and manage execution of designs)
  • Maintained accurate specifications for each project.
  • Used computer-aided drafting and related software to produce construction documents.
  • Coordinated with contractors, architects and engineers to drive job success.
  • Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
  • Created custom design boards with attention to detail for visual representation, including samples of fabrics, wall finishes and flooring.
  • Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.
  • Gave clients information about strategies to keep spaces fresh and inviting.
  • Conducted site visits to assess existing conditions prior to beginning a project.
  • Used natural and artificial lighting strategies to highlight features and areas of rooms.
  • Implemented client needs from schematic design to construction document phase and installation.
  • Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to client.
  • Reviewed blueprints and structural specifications to determine the best interior design solution.
  • Coordinated with contractors and other professionals on construction projects.

Industrial Designer

TOTAL DISPLAY C.A
Caracas, Vzla, Capital District
07.2013 - 02.2014
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop prototypes and test samples for various projects.
  • Optimized parts for manufacturability using 3D printing technology and CNC machining techniques.
  • Researched materials, processes, and technologies to recommend cost-effective solutions that meet customer requirements.
  • Collaborated with peers and other design team members to discuss product enhancements and features.
  • Created CAD models of components and assemblies to ensure manufacturability of the product designs.
  • Presented designs and reports to customers or design committees for approval and discussed need for modification.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial and Product Design

INSTITUTO DE DISEÑO CARACAS
Caracas
01.2013

Early Childhood Education

UNIMET
Caracas
01.2009

High School Diploma -

COLEGIO SANTIAGO DE LEÓN
Caracas
01.2008

Skills

  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Documentation Review
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Scope Definition
  • Design Review
  • Value Engineering
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Renovations, Building, and Demolition
  • Emergency Assistance
  • Job Site Development
  • Materials Procurement
  • Safe Job Site Set-Up
  • Management
  • Budget Management
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Quality Inspection Reports
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Scope Management
  • Specifications Review
  • Interpreting Blueprints
  • Reading Blueprints
  • Building Codes and Regulations
  • New Construction
  • Project Schedule Adherence
  • Hiring and Training
  • Site Management
  • OSHA Safety Requirements
  • Project Documentation
  • Planning and Design
  • Permit Processing
  • Schedule Management
  • Design Coordination
  • Quality Inspection
  • Remodeling Projects
  • Project Management
  • Residential Construction Specialist
  • AutoCAD
  • Permitting
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Interior Design
  • Proficient in AutoCAD
  • Sketching
  • Drafting
  • CAD Drafting
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Distribution Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Workflow Planning
  • Service Quality Improvement
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Quality Management
  • Project Scope
  • Team Player
  • Troubleshooting Expertise
  • Staff Training
  • Inventory Control
  • Strategic Planning
  • Leadership and Team Building
  • Client Relations
  • Supervision and Training
  • Team Leadership
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Bilingual
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership
  • Strategy
  • Motivation
  • Leader

Certification

  • OSHA certified

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Software

PDF - ADVANCE

AUTOCAD - ADVANCE

PHOTOSHOP - INTERMEDIATE

ILUSTRATOR - ADVANCE

3D MAX - BASIC

EXCEL - BASIC

BUILDER TREND - INTERMEDIATE

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Construction General Manager

MILLENIA CONSTRUCTION
12.2021 - Current

Construction Project Manager

GLC GENERAL CONTRACTOR
09.2016 - 12.2021

Interior Designer and Job Supervisor

RO AND PARTNERS C.A
04.2014 - 12.2015

Industrial Designer

TOTAL DISPLAY C.A
07.2013 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial and Product Design

INSTITUTO DE DISEÑO CARACAS

Early Childhood Education

UNIMET

High School Diploma -

COLEGIO SANTIAGO DE LEÓN

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