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