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Michael Sanak

Fayetteville,GA

Summary

A results-oriented, multi-talented Construction Project Manager with more than twenty-five years of construction industry expertise. Proven capability leading teams of up to 50 workers. Mastery in budgeting, design, quality control, and industry best practices. Honest, hard-working, and dedicated to building positive rapport with clients and vendors. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. An out-of-the-box thinker with the experience and ability to direct multiple projects and solve issues correctly and quickly. A Design-build expert.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction and Design Manager

Duran Construction Inc
10.2020 - Current
    • Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget constraints.
    • Managed and expedited complex projects worth $4.5M in revenue.
    • Provided cost-effective technical solutions.
    • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
    • Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
    • Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
    • Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
    • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
    • Created materials and designs in SoftPlan and Revit for use in client presentations and communications.
    • Chaired design team meetings and issued action items.

Construction Estimator/Project Manager

ResiPro
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project teams.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.

Commercial Construction Estimator/Project Manager

Forza Group/Patrylo Construction
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Implemented processes to improve efficiency and reduce project duration.
  • Developed, compiled and presented cost estimates for multiple projects.
  • Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
  • Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

Team Lead Manager- Global Computing Platform

AT&T Inc.
07.2015 - 10.2017
  • Developed and implemented cross-training productivity initiatives, in addition to coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

Construction Estimator/Assistant Project Manager

Tiernan & Patrylo Inc.
10.2014 - 07.2015
  • Developed and executed pre-construction milestones on project schedule saving an average of 1.25% per project.

Business Analyst

Norfolk Southern
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Synthesized current business intelligence data to produce reports and polished presentations, highlighting findings and recommending changes.
  • Generated ad-hoc reports to evaluate specific business requirements.
  • Designed and developed data pipelines to acquire, clean, and process data 10% faster.
  • Developed data mining algorithms to identify and classify patterns in data.
  • Developed complex dashboard and reporting tools to track business performance metrics.

Operations Manager

K& B Studio
09.2003 - 05.2010
  • Protected company assets from loss such as theft or damage by setting and enforcing effective security policies.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Owner

Sanak Design Services/ H.A. Sanak, Inc.
10.1980 - 01.2003
  • Organized budgets and managed materials and personnel targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions to their design issues
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and exploit emerging trends.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses, and attract new customers.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security

Clayton State University
Morrow, GA
01.2014

Skills

  • Project Management Expertise
  • Contract Review and Project Monitoring
  • Financial Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Construction Management
  • Estimating and Scheduling
  • Local Code Compliance
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Knowledge of current Construction Methods and Materials
  • Job Specifications and Scope Development
  • Design leadership

Accomplishments

  • Led over 150 projects that were all completed within budget and on schedule.
  • Member of the Board of Directors for the National Kitchen and Bath Association - 2002 through 2010.
  • Southeastern region representative for the National Kitchen and Bath Association - 1997 through 2008.
  • Certified Kitchen and Bath Designer – 1997
  • Technical construction and fabrication techniques manual written for Nevamar Corp. and their Vitricor material for fabricators.
  • Primavera P3 and MS Project trained and experienced.
  • Hettich 32mm cabinetry school graduate.
  • Multiple national and local design awards.
  • Designed and built custom homes in the SE United States and abroad.

Timeline

Construction and Design Manager

Duran Construction Inc
10.2020 - Current

Construction Estimator/Project Manager

ResiPro
10.2019 - 04.2020

Commercial Construction Estimator/Project Manager

Forza Group/Patrylo Construction
11.2017 - 10.2019

Team Lead Manager- Global Computing Platform

AT&T Inc.
07.2015 - 10.2017

Construction Estimator/Assistant Project Manager

Tiernan & Patrylo Inc.
10.2014 - 07.2015

Business Analyst

Norfolk Southern
01.2012 - 12.2014

Operations Manager

K& B Studio
09.2003 - 05.2010

Owner

Sanak Design Services/ H.A. Sanak, Inc.
10.1980 - 01.2003

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security

Clayton State University
Michael Sanak