Mark Chase
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
DBIA
1
1
CMAA
Work History
Senior Program Director
Santa Clara County, Capital Projects Program
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Senior Program Director for team providing project management services for $200M/year budget to procure, study, plan, design and construct multiple projects for owned and leased properties across the County portfolio
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution and timely delivery of milestones.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
Senior Program Director
San Francisco Master Services Agreement-CM Services
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Providing team coordination for design, construction, estimating, scheduling and inspection services for projects related to ambulance dispatch facilities, COVID shelter renovations, detention facility upgrades and infrastructure projects.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the team.
Senior Program Director
Santa Clara County On-Call Construction Management Services
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Headed various tenant improvement project teams spanning the County portfolio of properties.
- Managed project logistics including scheduling, estimating, construction management and document control for office buildings, service facilities and warehouses.
- Assisted on-call teams with their responsibilities through supervision, training, and expertise.
Senior Program Director
California Highway Patrol Headquarters Replacement Projects
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Providing team coordination for pre-procurement, procurement and execution of the design and construction for mission critical facilities across California
- Regional headquarter replacement projects across California with each ranging from $55 to $65 million in construction value.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, leading to improved alignment between business objectives and program goals.
Project Executive
San Joaquin County Public Health Services Facility Replacement Project
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed a team providing onsite project and construction management as well as document controls for a new $20 million, 32,000sf facility with laboratories, administrative offices, open offices and related appurtenances
- Work was delivered as design-bid-build and included OSPHD compliance as well as hazmat abatement and demolition of the existing facility.
Program Executive
Marin Emergency Radio Authority (MERA)
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Leading the construction management team for the installation of 18 communication project sites throughout Marin County for emergency radio communications during mutual aid and disaster operations for a 32-member authority formed by emergency management personnel from across the County
- Managed a portfolio of diverse construction projects, including both greenfield and brownfield sites.
- CEQA and California Coastal Commission compliance
Deputy Director of Program Operations
California High-Speed Rail
11.2022 - Current
- Contributed to the success of the High-Speed Rail Authority by providing technical and leadership support as part of a 400+ personnel team.
- Directed staff teams for digital strategies and process transformation, health, safety and wellness programs, human resources and recruiting as well as the administrative staff that supported the Joint Venture.
- Developed and implemented Digital Strategy and Implementation.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
- Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company''s mission and vision.
Senior Project Manager
Mendocino County Crisis Residential Treatment (MCCRT) Facility
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed the feasibility study and project development for the 3,462-square-foot, single-story prefabricated modular structure to shelter the County’s residents
- The MCCRT includes four bedrooms with a total of 10 beds, a kitchen and a breakroom.
Regional Business Line Executive
U.S. General Services Administration
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Regional Capital Projects Program Lead overseeing budget, scope and quality management for the Regional Portfolio of Capital projects
- Implemented the enterprise digital suite of tools for over 400 federal employees and 300 external vendors and customers
- Managed a regional team of GSA staff and contractors to provide technical support and build a network of support in conjunction with national team members
- Developed training programs, coordinated resources, and built program and project reports for annual workload of over 600 occupied and unoccupied projects and a $500M+ budget annually
- Developed and implemented policies and standard practices across regional business lines
- Authored national guidance for business analytics, data management and project policy guidance
- Served as committee team lead for implementation of global scheduling and estimating practices
- Provided support for initiatives related to sustainability, global project management and business performance measures and digital transformation.
Senior Project Manager
UC Davis Medical Center, Surgery and Emergency Services Pavilion (SESP) Project
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided claims management and loss recovery for this SESP construction that included operating rooms, sterile processing, cardiology services, MRI, CT, clinical labs, an intensive critical care unit and site development
- Claims management services included research, discovery, documentation and negotiations of over 1,400 claims valued at $120M, provided the client a savings of more than $30M.
Senior Project Manager
California Department of General Services, Caltrans District 3 Office Replacement
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Provided construction management services for this design-build project that included a three-story structure and finishes for 210,000 square feet of offices, IT facilities, a restaurant and site improvements
- Project received LEED Gold certification.
Project Manager
Pueblo School District, $60M Bond Program
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Renovation and expansion of 32 schools over a three-year period
- Provided construction management of multi-prime, fast-track construction, including new construction and remodeling of existing buildings with minimal disruptions of services
- Value added services included multi-prime procurement and flexible phasing to reduce overhead costs.
Project Manager
Intel, SC9 Test Floor and Laboratories Project
01.1997 - 04.1997
- Designed and constructed renovations in an existing occupied facility to install computer wafer manufacturing and testing equipment, as well as quality assurance laboratories.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Skills
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Change Management
- Process Improvements
- Program Oversight
- Organizational Development
Areasofexpertise
- Program Management
- Digital Strategies and Implementation
- Construction Management
- Risk Management
- Earned Value
- Business Analytics
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
Professional Experience
30+ years in all facets of vertical and horizontal construction
Technology
Providing leadership and vision to lead organizations in the assessments of business practices, development of needs and implementation of solutions that best fit the needs of the organization including managing all stakeholders to develop, deploy and train the organizations, teams, and individuals. Software solutions including Business Intelligence, BIM, CADD, Tableau, InEight, Procore, Prolog, Kahua, COTS and customized relational databases as well as applications for data visualization, website development, visual communications including dashboarding for business line analytics to inform leadership of project and program status and provide the knowledge to make informed decisions. FedRamp compliance assurance, managing security protocols and IT governance.
Employers
- AECOM, Sacramento, CA, Senior Program Director, 2020, Present
- GSA, San Francisco, CA, Program Executive, 2009, 2020
- JACOBS, Colorado and California, Project Manager, 2003, 2009
- Quasar Engineering, California, Project Manager, 1997, 2003
- Kiewit & Sons, Hawaii, California and Washington, Project Manager, 1993, 1997
Summary
Program Management from strategic planning to initiation, development and implementation of the resources, budgets and projects needed to accomplish the goals of the program. Produced and presenting winning opportunities to showcase AECOM talent and breadth of services that over-deliver value to the customer. Built projects and programs that consider the customer’s needs for corporate alignment and providing business value by implementing the strategies and policies that deliver on these requirements. Established governance including charters, communications plans, risk management strategies and aligned resources with organizational goals and priorities. Developed and maintained budgets, expense tracking and resource utilization to ensure program objectives and financial targets were met. Managed cross-functional project teams, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure alignment with program goals, milestones, and deliverables. Conducted regular program reviews and status meetings with stakeholders, communicating progress, risks, and issues, and facilitating decision-making to resolve roadblocks and drive project success. Implemented program management best practices and methodologies, continuously optimizing processes and workflows to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of project delivery.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
- OSHA Certified
- DBIA - Design Build Institute of America
- FACS - Digital Cohort
Timeline
Deputy Director of Program Operations - California High-Speed Rail
11.2022 - Current
Senior Program Director - Santa Clara County, Capital Projects Program
01.2022 - 11.2022
Senior Program Director - San Francisco Master Services Agreement-CM Services
06.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Program Director - Santa Clara County On-Call Construction Management Services
01.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Program Director - California Highway Patrol Headquarters Replacement Projects
03.2020 - 01.2022
Project Executive - San Joaquin County Public Health Services Facility Replacement Project
03.2020 - 01.2022
Program Executive - Marin Emergency Radio Authority (MERA)
01.2020 - 11.2022
Senior Project Manager - Mendocino County Crisis Residential Treatment (MCCRT) Facility
01.2020 - 01.2021
Regional Business Line Executive - U.S. General Services Administration
01.2009 - 01.2020
Senior Project Manager - UC Davis Medical Center, Surgery and Emergency Services Pavilion (SESP) Project
01.2008 - 01.2009
Senior Project Manager - California Department of General Services, Caltrans District 3 Office Replacement
01.2005 - 01.2008
Project Manager - Pueblo School District, $60M Bond Program
01.2003 - 01.2005
Project Manager - Intel, SC9 Test Floor and Laboratories Project
01.1997 - 04.1997
Colorado State University - Bachelor of Science, Construction Management
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