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         Creative, dynamic and strategic PROJECT MANAGER with a blend of industry trends awareness and business sense to plan and direct captivating and successful projects.  

 

         Sales/profit driven manager with a proven ability to integrate advanced education and professional achievements toward supporting the goals of a progressive organization. 

 

         Proven success managing full spectrum of $MM design projects from initial vision to construction, spanning all planning aspects of profit & loss management, staffing, vendor negotiation, purchasing and stakeholder relations.

 

 

         Design Project Management

         Financial Planning/Budget Management

         Stakeholder Relationships

         Strategic Business Development

         Vendor/Cost Negotiations

         Global Industry Trends

         Interior Design/Creative Development

         Cost Containment Strategies

         Tradeshow & Showroom Design

         University & Forensic lab Design

         Strategic Planning/Execution

 

 

Freelance Design & Project Manager                                                                                                                         2009 to Present

   Provide design and project management services for clients while pursuing commercial real estate license.

 

Project Manager:   CiF Laboratory Casework Solutions, Vaughan, ON                                                          2008 to 2009

   Maintained complete oversight for the construction of various university and forensic laboratory projects; project managed processes from inception to completion for several high profile projects such as:  University of Illinois, Dillard University, University of Nipissing, University of South Florida & Peterborough Police Services.

   Supervised 30+ and maintained oversight of construction  activities while multitasking simultaneously on 5+ projects.  Coordinated planning, budgets, labour and material resources to ensure timely project execution in accordance with service level agreements.

   Reinforced relations with project stakeholders to ensure on-going communication and cohesive project initiatives.

 

   Effectively managed and negotiated purchase agreements for laboratory equipment and products; gained the cooperation of vendors, implemented aggressive cost containment strategies and ensured timely delivery of materials to maximize work flow and meet timeline requirements.

   Secured and monitored contracts with well-reputed sub-contractors to complete projects to industry standards.

   Collaborated with Accounting to monitor invoicing and accounts receivable to ensure payment plans were met, contracts upheld and prevent discrepancies.

 

Design & Project Manager:   Canac Kitchens, a Kohler Company, Thornhill, Ontario                                     2003 to 2008

   Provided leadership and oversight for the development and facilitation of multi-million dollar tradeshow and showroom design solutions for high level executive review.

 

   Choreographed and presented detail oriented design proposals to senior level executives including Kohler Co. President and CEO to secure $M budgetary allocations for ultra-modern tradeshow & showroom projects.

 

   Maintained project budgets, managed a team of 25 design professionals and led project management initiatives for the construction of IBS 2003 to 2008, KBIS 2003 to 2008, and PCBC 2003- 2007 international tradeshow booths valued at over $2M each.

   Spearheaded the design development for 5 new Major Canac Flagship Showrooms across strategic retail locations in Vaughan, Glenview Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas & Denver city centers and

developed the Showroom Planning & Design Guideline Handbook to streamline processes and enhance branding initiative of new facilities.

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   Rolled-out yearly $MM advertising campaigns called Ultimate Kohler Homes, in collaboration with leading US real-estate builders exhibiting luxury show homes furnished with Kohler family products which were featured on the covers of the 2007 & 2008 Builder Magazine.

   Negotiated with product vendors to receive up to $400K of free merchandise.

 

Owner/ Designer :  H M Design House Ltd. London, England                                                                              2001 to 2002

   Acted as sole design consultant for a high end, London based residential builder who built multimillion dollar homes in Belgravia ; executed branding and marketing strategies to drive awareness and capture market share.

 

   Developed and facilitated presentations for multi-million dollar projects; created extensive design packages and secured new business opportunities, and awarded project to design the London offices of HJ contracts.

 

Junior Part II Architect:  WTW Architecture and Interior Design Inc. Pittsburgh, PA                                                     2000 to 2001

   Worked extensively with Senior Principal and the Design Director to assemble and prepare bid packages for university related projects; represented the organization positively during bid meetings and contract negotiations, and gained significant insight into effective project management principles.

 

Junior  Designer: Scott Associates Architects Inc., Toronto, ON                                                                       1999 to 2000

   Contributed toward the design and renovation of a 5-story existing office tower for Revenue Canada; incorporated work stations and office facilities for 2000+ employees.

   Oversaw a team of Assistants; collaborated with clients to determine expectations and functionality goals, and participated in all design, construction and project management initiatives to ensure timely completion.

 

 

Commercial Real Estate License: Ontario Real Estate Association College, Toronto, ON - (Pending 2010)

Studies include; Real Estate Law, Commercial Real Estate in Ontario, Real Estate Investment Analysis, Real Estate Broker

 

Bachelor of Architectural Technology: Architectural Science & Economics, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON (1996)

 

Diploma in Interior Decorating. Seneca College, Toronto, ON  (2004)

 

Continuing Education: Architectural & Interior Design Materials, Installation & Pricing (2002)

American Institute of Architects, Pittsburgh, US

 

Course Abroad: European Architecture, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON (1997)

 

Professional Seminars:

          ICFF 2007 Furniture Fare European Trends, New & Innovative Products (Cologne, Germany)

          Interzoom 2006 European Trends & New Kitchen Innovations (Florence, Italy)

          EDELKOORT, Colour & Trend 2006 Colour & New Arising Global Trends (Paris, France)

          IMM 2005 New Products & Furniture (New York City,USA)

 

Technical Expertise:  Rational Plan 3.15.5 Project Management Software, MS Office Suite: Access, Publisher, Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD 2D and Adobe Photoshop