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Work History
Education
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Nick Sardone

Nick Sardone

brooklyn

Summary

Dynamic project manager with a strong track record in developing fire safety plans and enhancing operational efficiency. Successfully led teams in producing comprehensive technical documentation and automation scripts, driving productivity improvements. Maintains a safety-first mindset while ensuring adherence to industry codes and standards.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Croker Fire Drill Corp.
08.2010 - Current
  • Successfully led development of fire safety drawings, including FPPS and standpipe/sprinkler riser diagrams.
  • Ensured adherence to FDNY and NYC codes through creation of FPP legend site plan narratives, facilitating compliance and safety.
  • Authored comprehensive division SOP covering survey methods, drawing standards, and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with engineers and building managers to provide technical support and solve problems, enhancing project outcomes.
  • Mentored technicians through structured training programs and developed effective onboarding assessments.
  • Promoted a strong safety culture via training on ladder safety, PPE usage, and mechanical-room hazards.
  • Implemented communication workflows with standardized client-contact templates and documentation practices, streamlining information exchange.
  • Developed automation scripts that significantly improved production efficiency in comparison to industry standards.

Assistant Project Manager

Real Data Management
06.2007 - 01.2010
  • Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams to maintain project accuracy and consistency, supporting successful project delivery.
  • Conducted as-built condition, core/shell/demising surveys, and due-diligence studies to inform project planning and decision-making.
  • Produced REBNY and BOMA calculations to enhance property plan book accuracy and detail.
  • Developed comprehensive fire safety and fire protection plans.
  • Created stacking plans while supporting development of Real Access space-management tool.

Architectural Draftsman

DeLaCour & Ferrara Architects, P.E.
06.2000 - 01.2007
  • Produced architectural drawing sets for submission to building department, ensuring compliance with regulations
  • Coordinated with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing consultants to align project requirements and facilitate seamless integration
  • Developed presentation boards for Landmark Preservation approval, effectively communicating design intent and project vision
  • Created condo plans, marketing plans, 3D models, and material boards

Education

Data Science & Machine Learning Certificate -

Caltech / Simplilearn
01-2023

Coursework in Architectural Technology -

New York City College of Technology

Diploma -

Xaverian High School

Skills

  • Fire safety planning
  • Building system surveys
  • Sprinkler diagrams
  • As-built documentation
  • MEP coordination
  • Project documentation
  • Workflow coordination
  • System troubleshooting
  • Data analysis fundamentals
  • SQL querying
  • Python programming
  • Tableau visualization
  • AutoCAD expertise
  • Network infrastructure setup
  • Low-voltage wiring
  • Cable termination
  • Coax and Ethernet termination
  • Patch panel wiring
  • Audio circuitry
  • Soldering techniques
  • Component selection
  • Diagram interpretation
  • Office suite expertise
  • Coax and Ethernet termination
  • Home automation wiring

Accomplishments

  • Surveyed and produced CAD documentation for 250 million square feet of building space
  • Created 500 standpipe and sprinkler riser diagrams
  • Completed 1200 full building fire safety drawing sets
  • Supported development of proprietary space-management tools at Real Data Management
  • Coordinated with architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing teams to produce integrated construction documents

Projects

  • Designed and built custom audio amplifier, pre-amplifier, and crossover boards (soldering, component selection, troubleshooting)
  • Installed and terminated coax, speaker cable, Ethernet, and low-voltage power cable for home automation systems
  • Configured structured home network infrastructure including patch panels and routers
  • Performed data and telephone punch-downs and low-voltage terminations

Education Certifications

  • Caltech / Simplilearn, Data Science & Machine Learning Certificate, 2023
  • New York City College of Technology, Coursework in Architectural Technology
  • Xaverian High School, Diploma

Timeline

Project Manager

Croker Fire Drill Corp.
08.2010 - Current

Assistant Project Manager

Real Data Management
06.2007 - 01.2010

Architectural Draftsman

DeLaCour & Ferrara Architects, P.E.
06.2000 - 01.2007

Data Science & Machine Learning Certificate -

Caltech / Simplilearn

Coursework in Architectural Technology -

New York City College of Technology

Diploma -

Xaverian High School
Nick Sardone