MICHAEL R. LAZAR
12 Westbrook Drive * Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 * 609-238-6247 * info[at]michaellazar.com
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Specialist in Technical Project Support Related to All Systems
Experienced professional seeking challenging role within an organization that values initiative, leadership, strong work ethic and dedication to excellence in meeting and surpassing short and long-range operational goals
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
* Project Management and Execution* Project Planning and Development
* Contract Negotiations* Renovations/Upgrades
* Cost and Budget Control* Staffing / Labor Relations
* Laboratory Renovations* Quality Control
* Maintenance and Repair* Estimating/Bidding
* Strategic Planning* General Contracting and Building
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:
27+ years of Commercial Construction Project Management and General Contracting
Strengths in project planning, estimating, construction operations, applications engineering and scheduling, commissioning, validation and ongoing technical support
Ability to translate technological developments into practical applications
Solid managerial and communication skills
Ability to build strong project teams
Familiarity with construction and safety codes and regulations
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Directing complex assignments with demanding time and performance requirements
Direct contributor to business development and profit performances
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SELECTED PROJECTS / ACHIEVEMENTS:
Managed an interior lighting retrofit and a BMS upgrade at a 400,000sf parts distribution center for Mercedes-Benz. Managed a cosmetic retrofit for administrative offices for the University of Pennsylvania. Recently completed multiple 5,000 s.f. interior fit-out and stand-alone buildings for Citigroup. The bank projects were all completed under budget and on time in a 12-14 week turnaround. I also managed a 20,000 s.f interior office renovation for Towers Perrin in Parsippany, NJ and a 40,000 s.f. interior office demolition project on two floors in Somerset, NJ.
Managed the renovation and new construction for various projects at UMDNJ:
Responsible for the coordination of project design through occupancy; Accountable
for technical, administrative, financial and contractual activities.; Ensure building to specifications and quality standards; Assembling project team; Establishing and maintaining a project plan and schedule of activities; Insured adequate testing and inspections; Led & coordinated project permitting; Technical interpretation of construction plans and specifications and assisted in problem solving during design and construction process; Coordinated final inspections and move-in activities. Proficient with JCAOH Regulations.
Project management and supervision of various 24,000sf Assisted Living Facilities.
Coordination of subcontractor activity at 25+ retail clothing stores.
Negotiated and executed bid proposals, subcontracts and purchase orders; maintained job and CPM schedules for various Health & Fitness Centers, Nursing Care Facilities, Religious Facilities, Shopping Centers and Tenant Fit-outs.
CAREER PATH
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Jones Lang LaSalleFebruary 2006 December 2008
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey 1998 2006
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COORDINATOR
Harry Fiochhi & Associates1996 - 1998
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER/SUPERINTENDENT
Casi Construction Co., Inc Haddon Heights, NJ1994 - 1996
MANAGER OF REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
Todays Man Moorestown, NJ1992 1994
PROJECT MANAGER
I. Lazar & Sons, Inc.1981 1992
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management/Marketing, 1981
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY Camden, NJ
Associate of Science, Construction Engineering Technology, 1978
SPRING GARDEN COLLEGE Chestnut Hill, PA
Presently studying for the LEED Exam
PMP Certified
Jack Miller Marketing Seminar, 1992
Dale Carnegie, Effective Speaking & Human Relations
Computer programs utilized - Windows 98, Windows 2000, Word Perfect 8.0, Excel; Microsoft Word, Office and Project; One View; Power point
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PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Jones Lang LaSalle:
Citibank Fit-outs$ 1,500,000.00
Towers Perrin Interior office renovation 365,000.00
JLL Leasing interior demolition 110,000.00
UMDNJ (Stratford, NJ):
Specialty Care Center Addition & Renovations$ 17,000,000.00
Primary Care Center Renovation 4,300,000.00
Science Center Addition 7,000,000.00
Misc. Assisted Living Facilities (South Jersey)$ 3,000,000.00
Woodland Care Center, Camden, NJ 5,128,537.00
Bartley Manor Nursing Home, Jackson, NJ 2,648,570.00
Eckerd Drug Store (Penns Grove,, NJ) $ 1,100,000.00
Thrift Drug Tenant Fit-out (Princeton, NJ)$ 250,000.00
Underwood Memorial Hospital Lobby Renovation$ 2,200,000.00
(Woodbury, NJ)
Shopping/Office Strip Centers:
- Moorestown, NJ$ 912,000.00
- Secane, PA 1,134,000.00
- Egg Harbor Twp., NJ 2,500,000.00
Religious Facilities:
Temple Beth Sholom Synagogue Cherry Hill, NJ$ 4,090,000.00
Temple Beth Judah Synagogue Margate, NJ 2,815,000.00
Congregation Beth-El, Kellman Academy 249,600.00
St. Pauls Presbyterian Church, Laurel Springs, NJ 478,400.00
Commerce Bank, Voorhees, NJ$ 500,000.00
Holiday Health & Fitness Centers:
- Voorhees, NJ$ 2,846,000.00
- Middlebury, CT 2,700,000.00
- Hartford, CT 2,500,000.00
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PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Joseph C. Carrillo
Vice President
Jone Lang LaSalle
777 Terrace Ave.
Hasbrook Heights, NJ 07604
tel (201) 375-4684
cel (201) 835-5973
joseph.carrillo[at]am.jll.com
Richard Dordas
as managing agent for Citi
Denovo Project Team Leader
Cushman & Wakefield, Inc.
Global Client Solutions
2 Court Square 4th Floor
Long Island City, NY 11102
Cell (917) 514-4659
richard.dordas[at]citi.com
Nicholas L. Fabbroni, MBA
Director of Construction
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey
Facilities Planning & Construction
30 Bergen Street ADMC 301
Newark, NJ 07107-3000
(973) 972-3692
fabbronl[at]umdnj.edu
PERSONAL REFERENCES
Robert Ellis, Sr. PM
(215) 219-3658
Eric B. Schlamowitz, AIA
(609) 203-2656
Shelly Chinkes, MD
(856) 313-1338
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