Tawakalitu Gantt
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Experienced Project Administrator skilled in construction administration, project management, and subcontractor coordination. Proficient in subcontract management, procurement, and project documentation. Strong problem-solver with expertise in submittal tracking, schedule preparation. Adept at overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and managing projects from prequalification to closeout for public agency. Excellent communication and organizational skills, capable of independent and efficient task completion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Administrator
WTGIS LLC
Brooklyn, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Coordinated source lists of qualified subcontractors based on past performance and collaborated with project management and client recommendations
- Composed and managed Request for Proposal (RFP) forms, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Evaluated subcontractor responses, assessed their ability to meet company and project requirements, and negotiated terms and conditions
- Drafted subcontract documents and amendments, ensuring compliance with prime contract requirements
- Generated reports and contractual correspondence, maintaining accurate tracking records
- Maintained and updated subcontractor files, including records of payment, and performed subcontract closeout actions ensuring complete file documentation
- Mentored peers and provided guidance to colleagues, reviewing their completed work as needed.
- Managed project documentation and ensured compliance with public agency requirements
- Collaborated with subcontractors to secure permits, streamlining project workflows and approvals
- Prepared subcontractor approval forms, Wicks forms, transmittals, submittals, and submittal logs
- Requested major submittals early and prepared a Schedule of Values for approval
- Reviewed and updated all open change orders weekly, following up with POs/CMs.
Opportunity Academy Intern
New York City School Construction Authority
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Trained in construction administration for public agency projects, focusing on project documentation, compliance, and stakeholder communication
- Assisted in preparing Request for Proposal (RFP) forms, ensuring accuracy and completeness by interfacing with relevant sections to include all necessary data
- Supported the review of subcontractor responses and helped determine their ability to meet project requirements
- Helped draft subcontract documents and amendments, ensuring inclusion of flowdown requirements from the prime contract
- Managed project documentation, ensuring compliance with public agency requirements
- Assisted in permit filing processes as per project requirements
- Reviewed and updated all open change orders weekly, following up with POs/CMs.
Office Administrator
Tricity
Brooklyn, NY
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Streamlined office operations through effective calendar management and record organization
- Provided clerical support for documentation processing within specific time frames and established procedures
- Orchestrated the closeout process and financial requisitions, optimizing project wrap-ups
- Commanded the preparation and submission of vital project documentation, ensuring seamless compliance and timely delivery
- Cultivated strong client relationships through adept handling of communications, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
Public Relations Officer
Lasepa Environmental Protection Agency
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Investigated public complaints about pollution, managed databases, and tracked environmental impact
- Developed guides, step-by-step process documents, and FAQs about compliance and environmental regulations for stakeholders
- Led high-impact investigations into public pollution complaints, championing community health and environmental justice
- Executed educational seminars that empowered stakeholders with vital compliance and health information
- Curated and managed comprehensive environmental impact databases, underpinning informed policy-making
- Pioneered mediation sessions, securing positive outcomes and fostering stakeholder trust.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
University of Lagos, Nigeria
08.2016
Skills
- Project Management: Strategic execution, document mastery, regulatory compliance
- Subcontract Management: Subcontract closeout, file management
- Documentation: Report generation, RFP/RFI/RFQ,SAF,Change order preparation, payment requisition,
- Technical Proficiency: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), advanced data analysis
- Interpersonal: Leadership, emotional intelligence, dynamic teamwork
- Organizational: Strategic foresight, critical problem-solving, process enhancement
- Communication: Conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement
- Scheduling: Preparation of schedules, daily reports,SOV,Baseline, Look-ahead Schedule
- OSHA 40
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Project Administrator
WTGIS LLC
04.2022 - Current
Opportunity Academy Intern
New York City School Construction Authority
10.2021 - 04.2022
Office Administrator
Tricity
03.2019 - 09.2021
Public Relations Officer
Lasepa Environmental Protection Agency
04.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
University of Lagos, Nigeria
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