Thomas Dudley
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Exceptional background in team building & technological initiatives, including the implementation of an Asset Management Software system designed to reduce by more than 40% structural operational cost of Common Ground Community’s Low-Income Housing facilities. Proven Expertise in Establishing Communication Platforms amid Mid-size Companies, Corporations and Developers, General Contractors, as well as Tradesmen.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven background in consulting, delivering strategic insights and effective solutions to clients. Successfully led multiple projects, enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and client relationship management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant
New York State Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance
New York, NY
01.2009 - 12.2025
- Inspecting the structural integrity of all of NYC’s Department of Homeless Services’ facilities overseen by OTDA is the general scope of work of this assignment, including plumbing systems, foundational stability Façade integrity, internal structural strengths, Energy Efficiencies, Waste management, security systems, and special attention given to Fire Safety systems.
Assistant Director / Facilities Management – Project Manager
Common Ground Community
New York
07.2007 - 12.2009
- Complete oversight & fiscal management of Department of Housings’ building service contracts of residential facilities, structural renovation contracts, Bid-leveling, Estimating, Rental property Assessments, Administration of MEP systems, Project Management as well as value Engineering where some of the chief components of this assignment.
- I played a key role in instituting and the mobilization of an agency wide Centralized Purchasing System as well as the solicitations of General contractors for new projects.
Assistant Director of Facilities / Security (The Times Square Hotel LP)
Common Ground Community
08.2006 - 07.2007
- Ensuring the safety and integrity of land-marked 652-unit Hotel turned into a Low-Income Housing facility including fiscal management of security contract and all security related items i.e., contract negotiations, supervision, and assistance in ongoing professional development training for various personnel and the inclusion of maintenance in Clinical Assessments and computer literacy trainings. I also maintained complete oversight of all building operations, inventory controls, and expansion of all systems management programs.
- Overseeing all engineering and Structural related departments, maintenance of facility, its security surveillance systems and the general maintenance of its contract were some of the responsibilities associated with assignment. I also worked as an agency representative with power of attorney (proxy) on behalf of CG/Times Square Hotel LP in various courts addressing building violations.
Assistant Director of Facilities / Security (The Christopher)
Common Ground Community
08.2004 - 08.2006
- Monitoring the safety and structural integrity of new 209-unit Housing Facility including, sound fiscal management of Bi-annual Security Contract, supervision and assistance in ongoing professional development training's for security personnel, as well as the inclusion of maintenance staff in Clinical Assessments and computer literacy training's to name a few of the responsibilities associate with this position.
- While working closely with resident programs (Good Shepherds, CUCS & Strive) in the interest of greater efficiency as they related too inventory controls, single point systems management, supervision of additional maintenance, housekeeping & engineering departments we managed to create an environment complete with cohesive conducts.
Operations Coordinator
BRC Palace Employment Program
New York, NY
02.1997 - 03.2004
- I oversaw and evaluated the smooth flow of the PEP, a 72-bed in-house employment shelter. I also managed a staff of up to twenty full-timers, 4 P/T’s, and 3-per diems along with all ascribed administrative responsibilities. I was a key member of the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting team. As chief contact for this agency with FDNY, NYSDOP, CFTH, Dept of Vacancy Control and all other external entities of affiliation, I kept the relationships healthy and sustained the facility’s budget while keeping within the required fiscal guidelines.
Education
Master of Science - Construction Administration
Columbia University
Bachelor of Professional Studies - undefined
MCNY
Skills
- Primavera \ MS Word
- Auto Desk Revit Architecture \ MS Excel
- Integral Systems \ Power Point
- Outlook- Outlook Express
- Client relationships
- Team leadership & development
- Problem-solving
- Integrity and honesty
- MS office
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Customer relationship management
- Reporting writing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship building
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10-15 staff members.
Certification
- Certified NYS Code Enforcement Technician
- Structural integrity Assessment inspections of 1000+ buildings throughout the State of New York
- Review and suggest ways of enhancing/ repairing Facades, MEP systems, Foundations as well as Energy Efficient Methodologies
Timeline
Consultant
New York State Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance
01.2009 - 12.2025
Assistant Director / Facilities Management – Project Manager
Common Ground Community
07.2007 - 12.2009
Assistant Director of Facilities / Security (The Times Square Hotel LP)
Common Ground Community
08.2006 - 07.2007
Assistant Director of Facilities / Security (The Christopher)
Common Ground Community
08.2004 - 08.2006
Operations Coordinator
BRC Palace Employment Program
02.1997 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Professional Studies - undefined
MCNY
Master of Science - Construction Administration
Columbia University
Skilled In
- Energy efficient techniques e.g., replaced over two thousand lamps / reduced lighting cost by 35%.
- Agency expansions, i.e., created a division of Acquisition’s and procurement.
- Establishing vital linkages e.g., did so with Orange County’s (NY) Goshen Chamber of Commerce & Mayor’s office.
- Liaising i.e., served as primary consultant with FDNY, DOB, DHS, NYPD, and ERA
- Successful completion of IREM’s Real Estate Management Property Development and Management training