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Work History
Education
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Certification
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SUNNIE GIVENS

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Young Properties, specializing in transforming complex real estate projects into profitable ventures. Expert in project planning and client relationship management, resulting in a 30% improvement in efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. Committed to leveraging technical monitoring and quality control to exceed expectations and drive success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

TAPPP Masters
Los Angeles, CA
01.2001 - Current

Real Estate Project Manager

Young Properties
Los Angeles, CA
01.2015 - 11.2024
  • Maintained an inventory system containing information about all assets associated with a particular real estate development project.
  • Coordinated and facilitated meetings between clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.
  • Coached team members on best practices related to project management principles such as risk management or change control procedures.
  • Developed detailed project plans outlining tasks, milestones, deliverables, and resources required for each stage of the project.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and subcontractors to ensure best value for the client's investment.
  • Identified potential risks or obstacles that may impact the success of a project and developed strategies to mitigate them.
  • Monitored progress against established timelines and budgets to ensure projects remained on track.
  • Managed daily operations related to projects including tracking costs, scheduling activities, assigning tasks.
  • Provided oversight of quality control processes throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
  • Created comprehensive reports detailing progress against objectives and metrics as well as financial performance.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations in all aspects of real estate development projects.
  • Facilitated communication between various parties involved in a project including architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers.
  • Interpreted customer requirements into technical specifications for implementation by third-party vendors or internal teams.
  • Resolved conflicts among stakeholders when necessary in order to maintain positive relationships throughout the duration of the project.
  • Reviewed design documents such as architectural drawings to verify accuracy prior to construction commencement.
  • Conducted site visits during different stages of construction to assess progress against plan objectives.
  • Performed research regarding local zoning codes, building regulations needed for regulatory approval or permit acquisition purposes.
  • Analyzed data from surveys conducted at different stages of development in order to make informed decisions about future directions.
  • Prepared presentations summarizing key findings from research studies or market analysis used as justification for proposed changes or improvements.
  • Tracked vendor performance metrics such as cost savings achieved through improved efficiency or reduced waste levels.
  • Assisted with procurement activities such as preparing purchase orders or negotiating discounts with suppliers.
  • Coordinated with development team members and consultants to define scope of work.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers and designers to establish design and development plans.
  • Created financial models of proposed projects to evaluate metrics and timeline.
  • Prepared budgeting and financial analysis with pro forma development and cash flow forecasts to acquire new development sites.
  • Maintained database of land brokers to establish outreach programs for funding opportunities.
  • Obtained building permits and required public approval to begin land development.
  • Researched potential of specific tracts of land for real estate development.
  • Oversaw requisition of undeveloped residential, commercial and industrial real estate to create improved land or buildings for profit.
  • Planned development agenda to keep project closes on schedule and within budget.
  • Prepared presentations for meetings with critical stakeholders and government officials.
  • Performed real estate market research for industry trends to perform local competitive analysis.
  • Monitored construction costs and progress timeline with real estate projects.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Contracted and supervised workers for various construction jobs.
  • Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
  • Completed investigations into complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
  • Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
  • Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Development

Pacific Oak College
Pasadena, CA
12-2018

Associate of Science - Sociology

West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA
05-2008

Skills

  • Project planning
  • Client relationship management
  • Technical monitoring
  • Quality control
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Financial administration

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • Certified Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner
  • Certified Nonprofit Management
  • Certified Conflict Resolution Mediator
  • Certified Court Special Advocate Volunteer
  • World Traveler
  • Cross-Cultural Voluntee

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Archery
  • Kayaking
  • Ping Pong
  • Interior Decorating
  • Floral Design
  • Party Planning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Real Estate Project Manager

Young Properties
01.2015 - 11.2024

Senior Project Manager

TAPPP Masters
01.2001 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Human Development

Pacific Oak College

Associate of Science - Sociology

West Los Angeles College
SUNNIE GIVENS