Nicole Dawkins
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Experienced Construction Project Manager with a strong background in preconstruction planning, effective communication, and problem-solving. Successfully directed multiple commercial projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing team performance for timely delivery and cost control. Working mostly in the tenant improvement sector of commercial construction, I am very well versed in dealing with clients and building ownership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Construction Project Manager
RS Company
Concord, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Monitored and enforced project schedules and budgets, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Directed subcontractor activities to ensure accountability and foster effective teamwork.
- Directed all phases of construction projects to guarantee timely delivery and compliance with budgetary constraints.
- Compiled project estimates, specifications, and essential documentation.
- Conducted regular status meetings with project team to monitor construction progress and address any emerging issues.
- Coordinated with superintendents to assess workforce needs and strategically allocate company resources to fulfill project demands.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Established successful relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and subcontractors for optimal cost savings on materials and services.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by resolving all issues professionally.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
Lead Estimator
Tomson Cabinetry
Fairfield, CA
10.2006 - 02.2020
- Led estimation processes for cabinetry projects, ensuring accurate project scope and material costs.
- Trained and mentored junior estimators, fostering skill development and improving team performance.
- Managed client communications regarding estimates, clarifying expectations, and addressing inquiries effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors, enabling favorable negotiations on materials and services pricing.
- Created detailed millwork shop drawings using AutoCAD, ensuring compliance with commercial construction specifications.
- Prepared comprehensive submittals for submission to general contractor, ensuring compliance with project specifications in commercial construction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Concord, CA05-2009
Skills
- Subcontractor management
- Value engineering
- Preconstruction planning
- Estimating
- Change order management
- Interpreting blueprints
- Project closeout
- AutoCAD
- Reading blueprints
- Material procurement
- Permitting
- Contract coordination
- Project management
- Construction administration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- OSHA Construction Industry Training - 10-hr
Timeline
Construction Project Manager
RS Company
02.2020 - Current
Lead Estimator
Tomson Cabinetry
10.2006 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix