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Tara Derber

10716 Topview Road ,UT

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Accomplished Senior Construction Project Manager with a proven track record at Opentext, adept in overseeing commercial construction projects to successful completion, ensuring budget adherence and timely delivery. Skilled in negotiating contracts for optimal cost savings and fostering strong client relationships, leading to repeat business. Excels in critical thinking and team collaboration, significantly reducing waste and aligning departmental goals with corporate sales and profit targets.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Facility/Office/Faciility/Office/Senior Construction Project Manager

Opentext
10.2018 - 05.2024
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
  • Managed construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
  • Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
  • Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
  • Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and subcontractors for optimal cost savings on materials and services.
  • Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular site inspections and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring smooth coordination of resources and timely execution of tasks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Communication

Utah State University
Logan, UT
05-2022

Skills

  • Project closeout
  • Permitting compliance
  • Documentation review
  • Material procurement
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Change order management
  • Remodeling projects
  • Schedule management
  • Security systems
  • Budget management
  • Quality inspection reports
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Facility/Office/Faciility/Office/Senior Construction Project Manager

Opentext
10.2018 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Communication

Utah State University
Tara Derber