Tameshwar Ramlall
Director Of Construction, Facilities & Real Estate
Melville,NY
Summary
I am an experienced Real Estate professional with a proven ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally. Over my years of executive experience, I have honed the skill of anticipating problems and planning for them. My primary focus is reducing costs without compromising the quality of work or products, providing a sense of reassurance in my problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
year of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Director of Real Estate Development, Facilities, and Construction
Buller Group/ Marjam Supply
06.2011 - Current
- Manage real estate properties in different regions with a total worth of over $500 million
- Managed the complete process of acquiring, developing, and constructing properties for our company
- Achieved acquisition in Alabama and Florida at a significantly lower cost than they are now worth
- Drawing from my extensive expertise in project management, I have consistently achieved the delivery of construction projects under budget and ahead of schedule, resulting in savings of up to 20% compared to the lowest bid
- I have effectively supervised the progress of construction projects in various states, including Florida, Alabama, New Jersey, and New York
- This has involved collaborating with multiple teams, ensuring strict adherence to regulations, and consistently delivering projects on time and within budget
- Responsible for creating and executing strategies to maximize the value of our real estate assets
- At the same time, I was able to increase rent on new leases and renewals by tying rent increases to the cost-of-living index, but only if it is higher than the standard 3 or 4%
- Built and led a team of project managers, architects, and contractors to ensure our projects were completed on time and within budget
- In commercial real estate, I developed and implemented a comprehensive marketing plan alongside brokers to lease more than ten commercial spaces within three months
- The plan included targeted online advertising, social media campaigns, and email blasts to attract potential tenants
- As a result of these efforts, we successfully secured leases for all available spaces
- We surpassed our leasing goals for the quarter, ultimately securing a minimum of 30 rental agreements for the available space
- Additionally, I formed a team of brokers to assist in property purchases and sales
- I am responsible for the Profit and Loss of various properties within our portfolio
- This includes monitoring expenses, reviewing revenue reports, and developing strategies to increase profitability
- We have improved revenue and overall portfolio growth by carefully overseeing each property's financial performance
- Perform Facilities Management functions to keep the building operating efficiently
- This includes negotiating maintenance contracts for plumbing, HVAC, Carpentry, Landscaping, Inspections and compliance for Life and safety, and Elevators
- Responsible for hiring in-house maintenance staff
- The company implemented a new keycard access system for all employees to increase security measures
- Additionally, they upgraded surveillance cameras throughout the building to enhance monitoring capabilities
- These measures ensure that only authorized individuals can enter the premises, thus protecting sensitive information and assets
- Formulated and implemented policies, long-term and short-term plans, and investment strategies
- Created plans for real estate development and understood the processes for obtaining permits in different counties and cities
- By implementing sustainable initiatives such as solar systems, LED lights, and energy-efficient HVAC systems, we have taken significant steps towards a greener future.
Purchasing Manager
Marjam Supply Co.
09.2005 - 06.2011
- Engage in comprehensive discussions to mutually agree on the terms and conditions outlined in contracts and establish clear and achievable timetables
- By utilizing our considerable buying power, I have effectively negotiated for more substantial discounts and rebates, resulting in advantageous cost savings
- Assess the usage of the new products and evaluate the success of their promotions
- If the product meets the criteria, develop a plan for long-term offerings
- Consistently train and coach employees while monitoring their purchasing activities
- Implement DMAIC and 5s methodologies to enhance the purchasing system's efficiency
- Use the MRP system INFOR to create and manage purchase orders and transfers, enabling the flow of JIT inventory and reducing overstock
- Collaborate with Regional Sales Managers to track and assess company performance.
Education
Certificate in Chief Operating Officer - undefined
Massachusetts institute of technology
Cambridge, MA 01.2024 - Current
MBA (Merger and Acquisition) - undefined
University of Cumbria
Carlisle, Cumbria 01.2020 -
Certificate in Six Sigma - undefined
Kaplan University
01.2008 -
BSc -Civil Engineering - undefined
University of Guyana
Guyana 01.1986 -
Skills
AXAPTA
MACOLA
INFOR MRP/ERP systems
Microsoft Office
Excel
Visio
PowerPoint
Quick Books
AMSI Real Estate Software
YARDI
WAN
Computer Networking
Assembly
Network Firewall
VM Ware
AXAPTA
MACOLA
INFOR MRP/ERP systems
Microsoft Office
Excel
Visio
PowerPoint
Quick Books
AMSI Real Estate Software
YARDI
WAN
Computer Networking
Assembly
Network Firewall
VM Ware
acquisitions
negotiation
communication
business development
project management
budgeting
procurement
supply chain
asset management
sales
supervising
conflict management
organizational management
time management
Certification
Six Sigma
Timeline
Certificate in Chief Operating Officer - undefined
Massachusetts institute of technology
01.2024 - Current
MBA (Merger and Acquisition) - undefined
University of Cumbria
01.2020 -
Director of Real Estate Development, Facilities, and Construction
Buller Group/ Marjam Supply
06.2011 - Current
Certificate in Six Sigma - undefined
Kaplan University
01.2008 -
Purchasing Manager
Marjam Supply Co.
09.2005 - 06.2011
BSc -Civil Engineering - undefined
University of Guyana
01.1986 -