LIFESTYLE BUILDERS LLC
BUILDER & REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER
- Provided management oversight for all phases of construction projects, including coordinating workers, materials and equipment, and ensured that work proceeded on schedule and within budget.
- Created, designed and implemented programs from initial presentation to final project stages, adjusting to any midstream adjustments or alterations indicated by clients. Spearheaded approval process for 131-unit Active Adult Community with City officials.
- Worked hand in hand with vendors and suppliers, overseeing supply ordering under strict budgetary constraints while controlling inventory through shortage and loss prevention initiatives.
- Analyzed and administered construction contracts, obtaining all necessary permits and licenses adhering to proper codes and standards.
- Implemented safety processes and procedures, ensuring subcontractors have necessary safety equipment while monitoring working conditions to provide a safe environment for workers.
CUSTOM BUILDER
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
- Prepared and submitted budget estimates as well as progress and cost tracking reports.
- Coordinated construction activity on a variety of projects and plans. Scheduled projects in logical steps and budgeted time required to meet deadlines.
- Prepared contracts, and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Ensured contract execution was cost effective and timely
- Interpreted plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
- Supervised and worked to maintain quality and control of projects. Inspected and reviewed projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations.
- Worked closely with clients to evaluate and resolve issues and make suggestions for improvements.
- Problem solved successfully to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
STAFFORD HILL ESTATES LLC
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER
- Lobbied to create first zoning guidelines for adult communities, assisted-living facilities and nursing homes.
- Collaborated with engineers, town officials and conservation board to fully permit 180 condominiums.
- Negotiated bank financing totaling $5,000,000.
- Recruited, hired and negotiated prices and payment terms with subcontractors and building companies.
M P & R REALTY TRUST, Lawrence MA
APARTMENT MANAGER & OWNER
- Owned and managed Market Street and Water Street apartments, totaling 69 units
- Through tenant outreach, successfully increased occupancy from 63% to 95% within one year
- Collected $10,000 in outstanding rent within 60 days of ownership
- Hired and managed maintenance and administrative staff
- Supervised the renovation of bathrooms, kitchens and heating systems in each unit
- Managed rent collection, bill payments and provided monthly reports using rental software
- Provided tours of the property and arranged leases as well as month to month rentals
- Gained experience with market rate, Section 8 and Welfare multifamily housing
- Performed a 3rd party background check of each applicant, checking court and credit records
- Conducted inspections for yearly Section 8 renewals
- Prepared apartments for the City Occupancy Certificates after each turnover
- Solicited bids and hired contractors to perform major capital improvements such as roofing and paving
- Developed positive relationships with my tenants through professionalism, respect and honesty
