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Carlos Gollega

Carlos Gollega

Etobicoke,ONTARIO

Summary

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.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

GROVE INC
01.2023 - Current
  • Business Development & Construction
  • Responsibilities Coordinating planning approvals, Assembly of the consultant team, Coordination of all design drawings and reports., Providing feedback on constructability, Providing value engineering options, Preparation of preliminary schedule, Preparation of preliminary budgets, Develop projects proformas.
  • Turned low-performing department into success after 3months through effective restructuring plan.
  • Identified and mentored new leadership to ensure availability of qualified personnel during restructuring.
  • Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
  • Implemented and monitored internal control procedures.
  • Communicated regularly with executive team members to deliver pertinent details related to progress status and direction for projects.

Vice President

CADILLAC FAIRVIEW CORPORATION
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Business Development & Construction & Development Management
  • Led team in strategic executive-level planning.
  • Networked with industry contacts to gain competitive insights and inform best practices.
  • Provided valuable leadership for program team members and third-party consultants.
  • Developed and analyzed cost vs. revenue metrics to monitor staff performance.
  • Created and integrated market plans to position company brands in target marketplace.
  • Prepared business locations to meet timelines for internal and external audits.

Senior Manager

PCL CONSTRUCTON MANAGEMENT / CANADA INC
01.2003 - 01.2021
  • Business Development - Residential and Highrise Division & Preconstruction
  • Manage and develop the Residential and High-rise division strategy, vision and business planning process, establish and maintain leadership with the project staff, project consultants and relationships with existing and new clients and trades
  • Manager the Preconstruction Services is the critical leader in the entire work acquisition process, including management, coordination and delivery of the pre-construction phases of the project and extensive client contact
  • Attend and participate in business meetings, industry events and conferences to promote the firm in the markets we serve, develop and maintain leads, review lead sources, participate and help guide the identification of pursuit targets, and prepare and analyze cost models during the project proforma and bidding period, produce progress estimates at design milestones, evaluate material and system costs, review document progress and coordination
  • Build and maintain subcontractor and vendor strong relationships, assure that the estimates, including general conditions, are accurate, complete, and reflect the actual requirements of the project, and plan and lead the pre- construction strategy meeting on the approach to the project or estimate
  • Provide cost analysis for all active pre-construction assignments, manage the pre-construction department budgets, and organize and lead the transition meeting between the project operations team and the pre-construction team

Senior Project Director

ANTHEM PROPERTIES INC
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Managing & recruiting all staff office & site for all construction activities, all residential, commercial, mixed-use projects and major tenant improvements in existing and new developments from inception to client possession
  • Managing consultants team and general contractors; evaluates team dynamics and effectiveness; establish an organizational climate that encourages continuous learning/ teaching
  • Team leader responsible for preparing estimates/budgets/financials during the various stages of the development/construction process and financial approvals
  • Team leader from the start of the projects, Building Permits and working drawings stages to ensure on-time delivery of drawings, consultant coordination, contractibility and compliance with Development permits, specifications and sale & marketing
  • Responsible for implementing and reviewing Development and Design-Build agreements with all project consultants

Senior Project Manager

Point of View Condominiums
01.2001 - 01.2003

Education

M.Sc - Construction Management & Quality Control

USP, University of Sao Paulo
01.1998

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

UNISANTOS, Catholic University
01.1995

Associate of Science -

UNIP
01.1991

Associate of Science -

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Construction Contract law & Documents - PCL Construction, Continuing Education Certificate Applications of the Engineering of Production to the Civil Construction - SAIT -

Southem Alberta Institute OfTechnology

Skills

  • Strategic Goals
  • Financial Management
  • Budget Planning
  • Executive Leadership
  • Industry Expertise
  • Change and Growth Management
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Relationship and Team Building
  • Customer Support

Interests

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE   

Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured (ARBI) Volunteer Donations- 2019- present

 

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

GROVE INC
01.2023 - Current

Vice President

CADILLAC FAIRVIEW CORPORATION
01.2021 - 01.2023

Senior Project Director

ANTHEM PROPERTIES INC
01.2012 - 01.2015

Senior Manager

PCL CONSTRUCTON MANAGEMENT / CANADA INC
01.2003 - 01.2021

Senior Project Manager

Point of View Condominiums
01.2001 - 01.2003

M.Sc - Construction Management & Quality Control

USP, University of Sao Paulo

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

UNISANTOS, Catholic University

Associate of Science -

UNIP

Associate of Science -

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Construction Contract law & Documents - PCL Construction, Continuing Education Certificate Applications of the Engineering of Production to the Civil Construction - SAIT -

Southem Alberta Institute OfTechnology
Carlos Gollega