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JAMES W

Facilities Manager

Occupation:

Facilities Manager

Location:

Houston, TX

Education Level:

Bachelor

Will Relocate:

YES

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PROFILE Degreed Executive Manager qualified by more than 16+ years diverse experience in operations management, strategic planning, construction and teambuilding. Recent experience as Project Manager for two multimillion-dollar commercial expansion and new construction projects. Demonstrated effectiveness in purchasing and procurement, with strength in researching and evaluating new technologies and initiating relationships with vendors and suppliers. Superior negotiator, efficiently addressing price, quality and availability issues. Accomplished budget administration skills achieving profitability without sacrificing highest quality standards. Extensive history of designing and implementing cost control and reduction measures. Reputation for effective personnel management, by developing staff into cohesive teams and generating strong retention rates. Skilled in building relationships and contributing technical expertise to sales goals. Fully hands-on in all operational areas. Analytical and organized, prioritize and direct multiple complex projects. Excellent technology skills including (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Internet/Intranet). CAREER OVERVIEW Westside Tennis and Fitness, Houston, Texas - 5/2009 to Present FACILITY MANAGER / PROJECT MANAGER * Direct operational activities relating to buildings, grounds and assets consisting of three buildings totaling 200,000 square feet on 16 acres. Includes 26 indoor/outdoor tennis courts, three swimming pools, sauna, fitness center, gym, full-service restaurant, concessions, and recreational areas. * Negotiate contracts and oversee third-party contractors and auditors (insurance carriers, janitorial services, exterminators, electrical, HVAC contractors), ensuring that all work meets established performance standards. * Maintain budget accountability to ensure cost effectiveness and efficiency of facilities services in compliance with corporate business plan. CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: * Oversaw the $4mm 10-month renovation project to accommodate expansion and major renovations. Supervised all construction subcontractors from planning stages to final walk through. Completed project within budget and on time. * Currently serving as Project Manager for the $20mm construction project for Gallery Furniture's new 165,000 square feet retail facility located on the Grand Parkway. Directed all aspects in the pre-planning stages including bids, permits, MUD approval, and hiring of subcontractors.

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(Confidential) Purchasing Manager / - Present
(Confidential) Senior Accounts Manager / - Present
(Confidential) General Manager / - Present
(Confidential) Vice President Operations / - Present
(Confidential) President / - Present
(Confidential) Superintendent / Assistant Project Coordinator / - Present
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