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Michael Lopes

San Diego

Summary

Results-driven Structural Steel Project Manager with over four years of expertise in leading complex commercial and public works projects within the education, healthcare, and residential sectors. Demonstrates proficiency in managing project lifecycles from pre-construction to closeout. Recognized for cultivating strong client relationships and streamlining processes while ensuring effective collaboration among general contractors, design teams, and trade partners. Committed to leveraging modern construction technologies to deliver projects that are safe, efficient, and profitable.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

McMahon Steel Company Inc.
Chula Vista
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Lead project scheduling and deliverables across all stages, ensuring comprehensive management from planning and development to quality control and final review.
  • Evaluate client objectives and expectations, delivering high-level customer service to ensure repeat business.
  • Lead the development and implementation of revised Company Standards and Procedures, including revising and enforcing new standards for outsourced detailing firms.
  • Identifying and addressing shop/field obstacles, coordinating project buyouts, and facilitating coordination between all involved parties.
  • Collaborated with General Contractors, Design Teams, and Contractors to achieve successful project outcomes.
  • Revised, updated, and implemented the Company’s Welding Procedure Manual.
  • Assisted the Quality Control Director to ensure AISC certification during yearly and bi-yearly AISC audits.

Project Engineer

McMahon Steel Company Inc.
San Diego
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Reviewed drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness.
  • Processing and tracking of RFIs, submittals, coordination with the design team, and trade partners.
  • Introduced and implemented new construction software to enhance project execution efficiency (Autodesk Build, PlanGrid).
  • Coordinated with trades partners to mitigate impacts, and ensure seamless project execution.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with the field General Foreman to identify and resolve field issues promptly.
  • Maintained effective communication with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and vendors.
  • Identified and resolved technical issues and problems as they arose during projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
04-2020

Skills

  • Construction Scheduling (MS Project)
  • Construction software (Tekla, SDS2, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Autodesk, BIM360, Procore, and Revizto5)
  • Microsoft 365
  • Submittals and RFI Management
  • Change Orders and Cost Tracking
  • Risk assessment
  • Subcontractor coordination
  • Permitting and Inspections Support
  • OSHA safety standards
  • Strong communication and problem-solving
  • Commercial Building Codes and Specs
  • Client relations

Certification

  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
  • Procore Certified (Project Management)
  • First Aid / CPR Certified

Projects

San Diego State University Snap Dragon Stadium- $7.5M- College Football Stadium

Mira Costa Community College- $7M- Health and Wellness Hub

Spreckels Elementary - $3.5M- Whole Site Modernization and Joint Use Improvements

San Diego State University Performing Arts Center-$2M- Main Stage Renovation and New Don Powell Theatre

Saddleback Community College- $4.5M- Gateway Building- Student Services Center

Marston Middle School $2M- Whole Site Modernization

John Muir Learning Academy- $1.5M- Whole Site Modernization

University of San Diego-$8M- Wellness Center and NCAA Practice Facility

Scripps Health- $2M- Health Administrative Office and Parking Garage

University State of San Diego- $8M- Pepper Canyon West Student Housing

5 Smaller Projects totaling-$8M –Public Works (Education and Hospital)

Ongoing Projects

Vista Unified School District- $5M- Bobier Elementary School Replacement

Urban Villages San Marcos LLC- $13M- North City Residential Phase A

Los Angeles Unified School District- $6M- Elizabeth Learning Center

Timeline

Project Manager

McMahon Steel Company Inc.
01.2022 - Current

Project Engineer

McMahon Steel Company Inc.
08.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration

San Diego State University

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