PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino07/2008 02/2009
Las Vegas, Nevada
Project Manager
Responsible for coordination issues between owner, interior design firm, general contractor and disciplines of new construction for 700+ guestrooms; including luxury suites, spa and salon. Determine cost savings through value engineering of construction and finishes, obtaining the highest quality product and achieving overall cost savings, meeting the budget. Manage all facets for renovation of two private high roller super suites; supervising designers, general contractor, FF&E purchasing/installation/personal shopper to issuance of certificate of occupancy and owner acceptance. Bid preparation and leveling for tenant improvement spaces.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants08/2006 05/2008
San Francisco, California / New York, New York
Sr. Project Manager
Responsible for managing coordination issues for TSA (Technical Service Agreements) projects between with owners, hotel operations staff and corporate personnel. Extensive travel throughout the Eastern regional territory for quality control issues from initiation to completion of projects and property openings. Directly responsible for the management of the general contractors, architects, MEP consultants, interior designers, FF&E procurement officers and installers throughout the duration of the project. Responsible for obtaining various demolition and construction permits, TCOs and C of Os for the hotels and restaurants. All budget requirements were reported directly to third party owners, asset manager and internal staff members. Liaison between hotels operations and development.
Jonathan Nehmer + Associates12/2004 08/2006
Rockville, Maryland
Project Manager
Project Manager for an architectural firm specializing in hotel renovations, specifically guestrooms, public area and restaurant renovations. Responsible for performing site inspections, ensuring brand compliance & standards are adhered to; re-flagging and capital improvement compliance, meeting all requirements for hotel brand requirements.
Travelocity.com09/2001 09/2002
Dallas, Texas
Construction Project Manager
Direct management of design, interior dcor, and construction for six call centers located throughout the United States. Budget preparation, approval and monitoring; blue print review and approval, and ascertaining coherence for building specifications and codes, as well as obtaining all necessary building and occupancy permits. Manage staff of 15 employees.
Silverleaf Resorts, Inc.07/1998 08/2001
Dallas, Texas
Sr. Project Manger/Asset Manager
Directly responsible for the expansions, renovation and maintenance of 15 time-share resort properties. Obtained permits, attended township meetings, establishing a positive relationship between the properties and community, developed relations with city council members, architects, engineers and interior designers, oversee procurement of FF&E, and managed general contractors and sub-contractors. Developed and monitored expansion budgets for ownership review and approval. Review and approve general contractor and outside labor forces payment applications. Manage permanent staff of 12, seasonal staff of 100.
Wyndham Resorts / Patriot American Hospitality08/1997 07/1998
Dallas, Texas
Project Manager
Management of interior renovations for West coast hotels and resort properties. Capital budget preparation for new properties and existing properties. Coordinated and managed interior and exterior design presentations for owners/corporate budget approval. Site inspections and recommendations for product (flag) compliance. Coordinated design turnover for FF&E purchases and managed FF&E installations.
Interstate Hotels / Patriot American Hospitality11/1996 07/1997
Scottsdale, Arizona
Project Manager/Asset Manager/Owners Representative
Management of hotel interior and exterior renovations for West coast and Central US properties. Site inspections for brand compliance & standards; re-flagging and capital improvements meeting brand requisites. Project bidding for budget preparation based on meeting brand standards or maintaining compliance. Presentation to owners, franchisees and/or corporate office for approval. On-site management of renovation, FF&E installations & placement.
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale08/1994 11/96
Scottsdale, Arizona
Project Manager/Asset Manager
Establishing and coordinate the annual 10-year capital budget for resort operations. Upon Executive Committee approval, budget submitted to corporate office for approval. Directly responsible for management of all capital projects upon approval; including guestroom soft good renovation, suites soft & hard goods, guestroom corridor renovation, meeting room, grand ballroom and public area renovation. From concept to operation; new themes/interiors for existing restaurant outlets and new F&B service areas (coffee bar and juice bar).
Pointe Resorts07/1992 08/1994
Phoenix, Arizona
Director of Purchasing
Manage corporate staff of five, property staff of 20. Approval and procurement for all operational requirements; beverage and produce orders, office supplies, and FF&E.
Ritz-Carlton Mauna-Lani12/1990 06/1992
Big Island, Hawaii
Opening Team Member / Project Manager / Interim Assistant Controller
Receive and place public area FF&E and project closeout. Interim Assistant Controller; responsible for daily office management; including accounts receivable/payable, credit, audit, payroll and monthly reports to controller, corporate office and ownership.
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