Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL)
Houston, TX
11.2014 - 10.2024
Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
Actively sought out feedback from stakeholders throughout the duration of a project in order to identify areas needing improvement or adjustment.
Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
Created project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Office Manager
Kingham Dalton Wilson (KDW)
Houston, Texas
10.2005 - 09.2014
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
Monitored inventory levels and placed orders when needed.
Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
Managed, scheduled and coordinated office functions and activities for employees.
Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
Coded and entered daily invoices with in-house accounting software.
Prepared agendas for board meetings along with taking minutes during sessions.
Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Managed office budget to handle inventory, postage and vendor services.
Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.
Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
Assisted in developing budgets for departmental expenses.
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brownfield High School
Brownfield, TX
05-1971
Some College (No Degree) -
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
Skills
Workforce training
Milestone tracking
Risk management
Commercial construction experience
Document management
Vendor sourcing
Vendor management
Safety protocol
Contract management
Project closure
Budget preparation
Staff training and mentoring
Staff management
Advanced understanding of Clarizen
Processes and procedures
Client relations
Quality assurance and control
Timeline
Project Manager
Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL)
11.2014 - 10.2024
Office Manager
Kingham Dalton Wilson (KDW)
10.2005 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Brownfield High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Texas Tech University
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