Mark Wheeler
Huntington Beach
Summary
Dynamic facilities management professional with proven expertise in service contracts management and budget administration. At UC Irvine, led key projects to enhance efficiency and security, achieving significant cost savings. Skilled in electrical systems and adept at fostering team excellence. Demonstrates strong negotiation skills and a strategic approach to achieving corporate objectives.
Efficient Project Manager with proven track record in managing facility operations and maintenance programs. Successfully coordinated multiple projects and streamlined processes, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and creating excellent relationships with multiple contractors, consultants and vendors.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Facilities
Irvine Valley College
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with external vendors to negotiate contracts, ensuring cost-effective services for the organization.
- Directed contractors and verified quality of completed work against specifications.
- Coordinated facility renovations and construction projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Oversaw regulatory compliance efforts, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant codes and standards to ensure adherence.
- Led a team of facilities staff, providing training and mentoring to improve performance and maintain high-quality service.
Facilities Manager
Santa Ana College
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Enhanced building security with the installation of access control systems, surveillance cameras, and improved lighting.
Assistant Director of Operations
UC Irvine, Campus Village Housing
02.1991 - 06.2013
- Coordinated facility maintenance schedules to ensure smooth operations without impacting daily tasks.
- Monitored project deadlines closely to ensure timely completion of assignments.
- Led the development of annual budgets for the department, managing resources efficiently to meet financial targets.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
- Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
Education
UC Irvine Extension
Irvine, CAHigh School Diploma -
Wynberg Boys High School
Cape Town South Africa12-1979
Skills
- Electrical systems
- Security management
- Energy management
- Budget administration
Timeline
Assistant Director of Facilities
Irvine Valley College
07.2017 - 07.2022
Facilities Manager
Santa Ana College
07.2013 - 06.2017
Assistant Director of Operations
UC Irvine, Campus Village Housing
02.1991 - 06.2013
UC Irvine Extension
High School Diploma -
Wynberg Boys High School
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