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Zayna Sholaja

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented project engineer with five years of management and operations experience in multi-family and construction projects. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating complex initiatives, leading diverse teams, and enhancing property performance through strategic planning and execution. Committed to further developing construction project management skills while leveraging a strong foundation in budgeting, planning, and quality control. Dedicated to driving efficient project execution and delivering successful outcomes within the construction industry.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Engineer

Sovereign Construction & Development | HJAIA Concourse D Widening Project
08.2023 - Current
  • Trade & Contract Management: Oversee subcontractor deliverables from award to closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget. Validate monthly payment applications and resolve discrepancies.
  • Material Coordination: Lead submittal reviews, shop drawing coordination, and material tracking to align with project timelines, reducing delays by 15%.
  • Cost & Risk Mitigation: Process change orders and RFIs, proactively identifying cost exposures and collaborating with design teams to resolve issues.
  • Schedule Compliance: Monitor critical path activities and micro-schedules for assigned trades, ensuring alignment with overall project milestones.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate logs (RFIs, submittals, change orders) using Helix, Bluebeam, and iOS apps to streamline communication.

Leasing, Asst. Manager, Property Manager

Cortland | Ram Partners
03.2018 - 05.2023
  • Managed day-to-day operations and conducted property inspections to ensure compliance with legal and safety regulations and implemented preventative maintenance measures with cross-functional teams for optimal property conditions.
  • Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to attract and retain tenants, resulting in increased occupancy rates. Managed budgets monitored expenses and optimized resources to achieve cost-effective property operations.
  • Collaborated with maintenance staff, vendors and contractors to coordinate repairs, renovations and capital improvement projects.
  • Communicated regularly with property owners, providing updates on financials, occupancy rates and property performance.
  • Addressed resident concerns, resolved conflicts, and maintained positive relationships with tenants.

CEO, Web Designer, Digital Marketing

Thirteen Stories
01.2014 - 03.2018
  • Founded and operated a successful website design and development business, catering to small and medium-sized businesses.
  • Consulted with clients to understand their requirements, goals, and target audience, translating them into effective website designs.
  • Created visually appealing and user-friendly websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, optimizing them for performance and search engine visibility.
  • Managed project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality websites.
  • Provided ongoing maintenance and support for client websites through quality assurance testing, implementing updates and resolving technical issues.

Education

B. A. - Business Management

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
03.2012

B. S. Engineering, B. S. - Applied Physics

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
05.2029

Skills

  • Project timeline management
  • Collaborative team management
  • Quality assurance analysis
  • Construction regulations and safety protocols
  • Client relationship management
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Strategic problem resolution
  • Documentation control
  • Excellent communication, adaptability, and quick learning
  • Software: Helix, Bluebeam, SketchUp, Navisworks, Procore (familiar)
  • Project Management: Schedule Coordination, Cost Tracking, Risk Assessment
  • Regulatory Knowledge: OSHA, Contract Compliance

Certification

  • Construction Mgmt Specialation
  • Columbia University | Coursera 01/2023
  • Construction Scheduling and Project Mgmt
  • Columbia University | Coursera 03/2023
  • Quality Assurance Analyst
  • Springboard 03/2016

Timeline

Project Engineer

Sovereign Construction & Development | HJAIA Concourse D Widening Project
08.2023 - Current

Leasing, Asst. Manager, Property Manager

Cortland | Ram Partners
03.2018 - 05.2023

CEO, Web Designer, Digital Marketing

Thirteen Stories
01.2014 - 03.2018

B. A. - Business Management

University of West Georgia

B. S. Engineering, B. S. - Applied Physics

University of West Georgia

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