Thomas Kress
122 Via d Este #508 Delray Beach, FL 33445 * (561) 860-0059 * (561)455-2142 * thomaskress[at]comcast.net
Senior Project Manager
Highly accomplished individual seeking a position in the commercial and industrial HVAC industry. Verifiable track record of bidding and selling projects, engineering complex projects. and exceeding expectations. Extensive experience in designing process and system improvement, to increase productivity and reduce costs. Recognized project management skills, consistently deliver complex, large scale projects on time and with in budget. Additional areas of expertise include:
Bid and Sell Projects
Management of Cross-Functional Teams
Project management & Tracking
Budgeting & Planning
Cost & Resource Estimates
Project Risk & Scope
Purchasing & expediting equipment.
Handling RFIs & Change Orders
Professional Experience
Project Manager2008-2009
Farmer & Irwin Riviera Beach, FL
Bid and sold projects
Developed relationships with subcontractors to ensure future projects
Managed all phases of commercial and industrial HVAC projects Wet & Dry
Attended networking and association events to meet and build relationships with local engineering firms and mechanical contractors
Experienced in performing engineering analysis of electronic systems.
Hands on management of projects in excess of $10 M.
Mechanical and plumbing trade knowledge in commercial and industrial jobs
Responsible for large projects lasting a year or more with ability to manage continuous flow of material and labor
Effective communications with superintendents, vendors etc.
Supervise assistant PMs and Project Engineers with daily operations
Buyout of all materials and writing of purchase orders
Secure all subcontractors quotes and writing of their subcontracts
Process all submittals
Conducts project meetings.
Process all change orders and keep the C/O logs current
Maintain on going forecast for cost to complete and expected gross profit
Responsible for redemption of equipment, materials and subcontractor estimates
Responsible for submittal, operations and maintenance as well as close out process
Negotiation and pricing of all change orders
Responsible for submission of all RFIs
Plan and coordinate with the Construction Manager relating to schedule, sequence, production and quality
Senior Project Manager 2006-2008
Ivey Mechanical - Ridgeland, MS
Provided management for all phases of project and directed daily operations of project
Worked on many projects in central and south Florida
Coordinated and scheduled all manpower, equipment and materials
Total responsibility for all equipment and time frame needed
Followed strict safety guidelines while working with safety officer
Worked with estimation department on preparing bids. Take off plans and specs for all HVAC, plumbing and sheet metal with gauge requirements on proper form
Worked with architects and engineers to determine design and format of projects
Analyzed all bids received in each category of work
Clarified scope of work per vendors and subs.
Ensured project was on schedule and budget.
Provided weekly labor reports with cost of breakdown and materials
Supervised onsite foreman, checked for any difficulties on site and made needed corrections
Purchased all equipment for project while maintaining log orders, operation/maintenance manuals and MSDS sheets
Acquired any needed permits and licenses for project
Obtained Contractor Qualification Statement. Ensured all contractors furnish all needed certificates, permits, tests and documents prior to all projects
Assigned job number to projects for identification of all phase of labor and material through completion of job
Prepared monthly project status reports and project plan summary with initial job cost report that reflects coded estimates
Prepared detailed purchase orders in strict code.
Did all billing for project using the cost code system analysis and prepared project job cost reports.
Reported all costs that have been posted against the job. RFI to and from contractor.
Worked with vendors to negotiate best prices
Prepared profit analysis
Invoiced, approved, checked and processed all necessary invoices per job
Made vendors aware of cut off dates and payment terms
Collected and gathered submittals for all needed parties
Forecasted upcoming projects
Checked bid calendar, make alliances with contractors
Complete job cost break down
Determined what is necessary for a profitable project
Notable projects include:
Ameristar Casino All mechanical installation on new addition to casino
St. Dominics Hospital Project including all mechanical and med gas
Adams Produce All plumbing in 40,000 sq, ft. produce company
University of Mississippi Ongoing project on addition of residential hall
Koch Foods All mechanical work on poultry plant
City of Jackson - Installed 2000 ft. of 8 in main waterline
Jackson Public Schools - All mechanical work on renovation of school
Senior Project Manager 1992-2006
Penn Industrial Corp. - Pittsburgh, PA
Bid and sold projects
Managed Project Managers
Assigned to supervise installation of industrial mechanical systems
Engineered and determined requirements for specific mechanical systems
Specialized in leading and organizing crews to coordinate efficiently
Negotiated and procured all materials for specific projects
Took lead roles in numerous projects
Demonstrated skills in interviewing business and technical leaders to gather and clarify business requirements per job
Produced detailed project plans and schedules
Notable projects include:
McKesson Automation Numerous projects including all HVAC and plumbing on new 120,000 square ft. headquarters
PPG Supervised project of addition to industrial chemical plant
La Roche College Oversaw development of new administrative building
Allegheny General Hospital Managed the development of all HVAC, and plumbing of new critical care wing
Pittsburgh Natural Health Center- Prime Contractor on restoration of old school house into professional building. Managed installation of all HVAC and plumbing Oversaw all out sourcing of subcontractors
Exonic Systems Supervised installation of two 50 ton, 35 ton & two 20 ton package units
AK Steel Oversaw design & installation of new air systems
General Manager1984-1992
Kress Mechanical Heating & Air -Etna, PA
Bid and sold projects
Supervised installation of commercial HVAC systems and plumbing
Developed a strong customer data base
Managed all phases of projects from material requirements to final phase
Education & Credentials
University of Pittsburgh- Business Degree Triangle Technologies- Associates Degree
Project Control & Labor Productivity North East Training Project Management Course
OSHA Site Specific Risk Management Course ASME/OSHA Certification
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