Winsome Blair Reid

• Maintained an active real estate license through continuous fulfillment of requirements, certifications and renewals, demonstrating a commitment to professional development.
• Manager vendors relationships, negotiation and contracts for maintenance, repairs and facility improvements projects.
• Addressing emergancies and urgent facility issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to business operations.
• Spearheading sustainability initiatives, including energy-efficient upgrades and waste reduction programs which resulted in an 17% reduction in facilities related expenditures within the first year.
• Oversaw coordination of all transaction stages, managing documentation, and mitigating risks effectively.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to align facilities management strategies with broader organizational objectives.

• Manage operations for 32 multi-unit locations, comprising 1,925 units. Achieved a remarkable 98% stabilized occupancy rate, which has significant increase from the previous rate of 92%.
• Conducted property inspections, coordinated maintenance work, reviewed work orders, and managed capital projects. Prepared operating and capital budgets, conducted financial analysis, and reported variances.
• Recruited, hired, and developed staff to provide excellent services and foster growth potential.
• Scheduled preventative maintenance visits for specialized services, such as elevator inspections and fire alarm testing.

• Reviewed contractor bids to ensure cost-effectiveness for small to mid-size projects.

• Assisted in budgeting preventative maintenance costs aligned with operational requirements.

• Oversee daily operations, maintenance, and capital projects for a portfolio of 32 commercial properties totaling 19.6 million sq. ft., managing an operating budget of $5M-$7M and capital expenditures of $3M-$4.5M.
• Ensure efficient resources allocation and maximize facility performance across multiple sites through strategic planning and execution.
• Travel extensively (65-80%) to facilities for on-site inspections, vendor coordination, and operational oversight, guaranteeing consistent service quality and swift issue resolution.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships to meet maintenance and capital project goals within budget and timeline.
• Implement proactive facility management strategies to reduce operational costs and improve tenant satisfaction.