Ray Ward
Fairfax County,United States
Summary
Dynamic Senior Project Manager with a proven track record at Clune Construction Company, adept at strategic project planning and risk management. Expert in resource allocation and contract negotiation, successfully delivering projects on time and within budget. Strong leadership and effective communication skills drive cross-functional team collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Clune Construction Company
McLean, VA
03.2021 - Current
- Managed projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Developed and executed strategic project plans, monitoring costs and performance throughout lifecycle.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve issues and mitigate risks effectively.
- Achieved project deadlines by overseeing contractor performance and resource allocation.
- Provided stakeholders and executive management with regular project status updates.
- Drafted comprehensive project reports detailing outcomes, insights, and recommendations.
- Co-led DEI initiatives as a member of advisory committees and leadership programs.
- Facilitated procurement of materials and services while adhering to budget constraints.
Project Manager
TEEL Construction, Inc.
Fairfax, VA
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Coordinated contractors to achieve project deadlines across diverse sectors, including hospitality and retail.
- Developed, initiated, and managed projects while monitoring performance and controlling costs.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for timely review and approval.
- Implemented strategic project plans aligned with business objectives to ensure success.
- Oversaw projects from procurement through commissioning phases.
- Negotiated third-party contracts, ensuring clarity on project deliverables.
- Monitored progress, identified risks, and executed corrective actions in real time.
- Sourced, vetted, and managed vendors to meet specific project goals.
President
RAWID, LLC
Richmond, VA
09.2017 - 02.2021
- Founded LLC in January 2016 with DBE/MBE certifications across Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
- Spearheaded a start-up unit committed to ethical performance in general contracting.
Implemented business strategies that enhance collaboration and project success rates with MBE involvement. - Cultivated expertise in business development, job setup, preconstruction services, and project close-out.
- Achieved successful outcomes in civil and government projects along with healthcare and industrial sectors.
- Focused operations on projects ranging from $250k to $10M to maximize impact and efficiency.
- Positioned RAW ID as a dynamic minority-owned firm addressing community needs in Richmond.
- Embraced changes in the industry as potential growth opportunities for innovative construction solutions.
Special Projects Manager
Prestige Construction Group, Inc.
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Special Project Manager Preconstruction Services Project Engineer APM - Assistant Project Manager Business Development & Marketing
Assistant Project Manager
Team ACP Construction, LLC
Richmond, VA
02.2011 - 02.2014
- Executed preconstruction services, including gathering drawings, specifications, and project data.
- Facilitated jobsite start-up processes as Project Engineer, managing submittals, RFIs, and inspections.
Estimating Assistant
DPR Construction, Inc.
Richmond, VA
02.2010 - 01.2011
- Streamlined subcontractor prequalification processes to uphold project standards.
- Managed bid invitations and communications using Planwell Bidcaster platform.
- Maintained updated subcontractor profiles for accurate data retrieval.
- Developed targeted bid lists to support effective decision-making.
- Ensured accountability in financial dealings by tracking proposal receivables.
- Utilized OST techniques for accurate estimation and planning of projects.
- Cultivated strong communication channels with subcontractors to enhance partnerships.
- Refined bid coordination strategies for greater operational efficiency.
Assistant Estimator/ Estimator
Custom Trim Specialists, LLC
06.2008 - 02.2010
- Document Control Proposal Submittal to General Contractors Estimating - Div
- 6, 8 & 10 General Contractor Prequalification
Freelance Videographer
ESPN, VCU Ram Replay, Turner Sports
01.2004 - 02.2021
- Freelance videographer Backstage Pre/ Post Production Audio
VCU Chapter ASID President
ASID
05.2009 - 05.2010
- Our mission statement for this year is to develop a common ground for good design and environmentally safe materials. Our organization plans to participate in the GreenBuild Conference + Expo held in Phoenix, Arizona this year. The conference holds sustainable product development and workshops for students, Interior Designers, Architects, and Contractors. This educational event allows students to gain breakthrough knowledge to improve the environment on a national level.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia06.2010
Skills
- Revit
- SketchUp
- AutoCAD
- Procore
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CMiC
- Bluebeam Revu
- PlanGrid and Boxcom
- Project management
- Cost control
- Risk management
- Contract negotiation
- Resource allocation
- Team collaboration
- Procurement management
- Issue resolution
- Data analysis
- Change management
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Multi-project management
- Project planning
- Client relationship management
- Scope management
- Documentation management
Certification
- Procore Certified: Project Manager, Project Management
- Procore Certified: Project Manager, Core Tools
References
Rebecca Hancock
Senior Project Manager | CBRE, Turner & Townsend
Real Estate Services
UnitedHealth Group Account
T 425.221.0553
E rebecca_hancock@uhg.com
Don Venticinque | AIA
Senior Project Architect
612.677.7327 d
Leo Casas
Director of Project Management
Office of Planning and Project Management
3201 New Mexico Ave, NW – Office 258
Washington DC, 20016
Email: Leocasas@american.edu
Main: 202 885 1142 | Mobile: 202 489 5322
Venita Miller
Facility Manager, CBRE | Real Estate Services
301-356-2037
venita_miller@uhg.com
Washington, DC
Belinda Anderson
Associate Real Estate Manager
Operations, East Region – Brookfield
655 New York Ave, NW Suite 150
Washington, DC
T +1 202.467.7744
M+1 202.897.8854
Belinda.Anderson@cbre.com
Megan R. Cox
Lead Engineer
655 New York Ave, NW Washington DC
T (301) 578-8213
Megan.Cox@cbre.com
Andrew Kushner
Global Real Estate & Facilities (GRF)
Region Americas / NSQ
SAP America, Inc. | 3999 West Chester Pike Newtown Square, PA 19073
T+1-610-661-1613 | M +1 610-202-6537 | E Andrew.Kushner@sap.com
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Clune Construction Company
03.2021 - Current
Project Manager
TEEL Construction, Inc.
05.2018 - 02.2021
President
RAWID, LLC
09.2017 - 02.2021
Special Projects Manager
Prestige Construction Group, Inc.
07.2014 - 08.2017
Assistant Project Manager
Team ACP Construction, LLC
02.2011 - 02.2014
Estimating Assistant
DPR Construction, Inc.
02.2010 - 01.2011
VCU Chapter ASID President
ASID
05.2009 - 05.2010
Assistant Estimator/ Estimator
Custom Trim Specialists, LLC
06.2008 - 02.2010
Freelance Videographer
ESPN, VCU Ram Replay, Turner Sports
01.2004 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Virginia Commonwealth University
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