Melissa Jeffrey
Littleton,Colorado
Summary
Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated Project Manager offering 10+ years of construction and contracting experience on commercial projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthroughs and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on over 4 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
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
SCHOMP AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Analyzed blueprints, specifications and other technical documents to identify potential problems or conflicts.
- Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Monitored all project aspects to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Worked closely with city officials regarding permits required for various types of construction projects.
- Assessed and created construction budgets to facilitate approved projects within construction codes.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
- Coordinated extensive planning, development of project milestones and budget for complex contracts.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Project Manager
Property Niche
Denver, CO
04.2014 - 07.2018
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- As a part of the property management role coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their properties.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing financial performance data such as revenue growth, expenses incurred.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
CPA Manager
Hoeye & Associates CPA
Littleton, CO
2013 - 2014
- Prepared and reviewed tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations and trusts.
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
- Identified potential deductions to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
- Analyzed financial information such as income statements and balance sheets to calculate tax liability.
Loan Research Specialist
Specialized Loan Servicing
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO
2012 - 2013
- Analyzed financial data including income, assets, debts and liabilities of borrowers.
- Provided guidance and advice to loan officers regarding complex loan scenarios.
- Prepared detailed written analyses of each loan request and submitted them for review by senior underwriters.
- Performed quality control reviews on approved loans prior to closing documents being generated.
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employeed
LITTLETON, Colorado
01.1996 - 04.2011
- 2011 - 2014 | In 2011, amid my role as a stay-at-home mom, I re-entered the workforce. Concurrently, my second child was diagnosed with cancer, marking a challenging period between 2011 and 2013 in which she went into remission and then was diagnosed a second time. I choose to not return to work while I navigated this difficult time with resilience, and by 2014, she was declared in full remission. Following this, I transitioned back to full-time employment.
- 1996 to 2011 | Raising 4 children I efficiently managed household operations, schedules, and activities, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Handled unexpected challenges and problem-solving on a daily basis.
- Effectively balanced and prioritized various responsibilities and tasks simultaneously.
- Developed clear communication skills while coordinating family schedules and interacting with schools, healthcare providers, and other parents.
My Most Recent Projects
In Progress
- Schomp Mazda Ground Up & Schomp Collision Center Remodel & Addition Shared Property - Total Budget 25M, Construction Budget 18.6M, FF&E Budget 6.4M. This is a multi phased project with the Collision Center remodel and 6,000 SF addition being completed 12/2023.
Completed
- 1/2024 | Schomp Hyundai Remodel - Total Budget 11.5M, Construction Budget 8.2M, FF&E Budget 3.3M
- 12/2023 | VW of Fairfield Remodel - Total Budget 5.5M, Construction Budget 4M, FF&E Budget 1.5M
- 3/2023 | BMW of Fairfield Ground Up - Total Budget 20.5M, Construction Budget 16.9M, FF&E Budget 3.1M
- 12/2020 | Schomp BMW Remodel - Total Budget 5M, Construction Budget 2M, FF&E Budget 3M
- 2018 - Present | Various CapEX Projects - Including but not limited to HVAC, EV Chargers, High Speed Doors, Roof Replacement
Education
OSHA 30 Certification -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01-2024
Construction Management Certification - Construction Management
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA06-2023
Project Management Certification - Project Management
Project Management Institute
Denver, CO10-2020
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05-1995
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Site Management
- Project Budgeting
- Project Schedule Adherence
- Reading Blueprints
- Budget Management
- Scope Management
- Schedule Management
- Renovations, Building, and Demolition
- Planning and Design
- Team Building and Leadership
- Stakeholder Communication
- Cost Control
- Permit Processing
Accomplishments
- 2023 'Dive Construction' Nominated as Construction Woman of the Year
- 3/2023 Schomp Jedi Award Winner – Peer recognition for an individual whose contributions and actions align with the core values, Mission and Vision Statements of the Schomp Group and Corporate Team.
- 2012 -2013 Honorary Speaker for: Make-A-Wish, Fore Our Fathers, and Rocky Mountain Childhood Cancer Foundation fundraisers.
Software Proficiencies
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Project
- Procore
- Quickbooks
- Square Takeoff
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