A VICE PRESIDENTE of Business Development and Construction formally educated with a degree in B.A.Sc. Civil Engineering and M.Sc. Construction Management/Quality Control, with over 30 years of experience in the construction sector, I have been involved in many high-level projects, where I have gained extensive experience in design, preconstruction and construction management, team management skills and in-depth understanding of the business and the importance of relationships. A strong leader with major expertise in construction management of multi-million-dollar projects and consistently meeting or exceeding goals. I have proven my ability to deliver results for clients, regardless of the size or complexity of residential, commercial and industrial projects. I've been involved in multiple mixed-use projects in worldwide, with over 20,500 units completed, worth $2.5 billion. ENTERPRISE EXPERTISE SKILLS HIGHLIGHTS Experience In The Entire Real Estate Development Cycle Strong experience in Construction Management Contract Negotiation and Administration Leadership & Mentoring Experience in the entire Real Estate Development Cycle Extensive experience in site analysis/selection, planning approvals, real estate finance proforma, project budgeting, valuation, evaluating site servicing requirements, assessing/managing community impacts, establishing and managing public-private partnerships, business planning. Strong experience in Design/Preconstruction/Construction Years of experience in Construction Management in diverse projects, implementing new processes and controls. Manage and develop the Commercial & Residential High-rise division strategy, vision and business planning process, establish and maintain leadership with the project staff, project consultants, trades and strong relationships with executive leadership. Contract Negotiation and Administration Extensive experience in contract negotiations and terms agreements and working with parties (partners, consultants, general contractors and trades) to address concerns and resolve disputes. Developing conditions for bids, RFP’s proposals, and different types of contracts. Ensuring contracts and other documents comply with relevant regulations, laws, and industry standards, managing the bidding process between contractors and suppliers to secure the best offers. Monitoring the project’s budget, expenses, payment terms, and other financial obligations. Coordinating contractual issues with a company’s procurement and legal teams, ensuring contracts are reviewed and renewed before expiry dates. Leadership & Mentoring Expert in leadership, guidance and direction, managed large teams in all aspects of the planning, design, construction and asset management departments. Coaching and mentoring direct reports to be people and business leaders, ensuring individual development plans to provide specific personal and professional growth development.
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