THOMAS J. HOUSKA Home (949) 218-8515 Mobile (949) 444-8288

EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL PROJECT MANAGER

Self motivated manager responsible for assembling and managing project teams to establish and implement project milestones that are on schedule and within budget. Negotiated resolutions to ensure and maintain compliance with the development of the company business plan. Motivated teams and developed procedures and policies which added to the bottom line success of the organization in order to achieve business goals.

WESTERN NATIONAL REALTY ADVISORS 8/07 10/08
Director, Project Management responsible for the preparation and implementation of entitlement plans and permits for the successful development of 966 apartment units. Responsible for all aspects of the project from land acquisition through certificate of occupancy. Managed consultants, contractors and property management teams through all phases of the construction process and ensured the projects were built within budget and on schedule.

HOUSKA DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING 9/06 - 8-07
Sole Proprietor responsible for reviewing development documents and advising the land owner to help ensure the successful implementation of the 23,000 acre master plan. Work efforts included interface and coordination with various municipal agency staff to oversee the successful approval and implementation of detailed development programs and plans. Responsible for managing, directing and supervising project teams to ensure project implementation within the marketing program and business plan.

PULTE HOMES CORPORATION 11/03-9/06
Project Manager responsible for supervising and training staff and coordinating with marketing, sales, purchasing, construction, community and land development for the successful completion of 1,000 residential units. Ensured that project schedules were met and budgets were managed and enforced to maintain profit margins. Responsible for the implementation and management of all contracts to ensure compliance with scope of services and company procedures and policies.

RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES 8/02-11/03
Project Manager responsible the implementation of the business plan by obtaining all necessary approvals and coordinating a successful operation for market deployment in a timely manner in order to meet overall market goals and objectives. Reviewed and oversaw all work efforts and enforced compliance with company standards and specifications while providing detailed reports for tracking project success.

KB HOME COASTAL, INC. 2001-2002
Forward Planner responsible for product design and on-site implementation and supervision of all construction and sales and marketing related activities. Established and maintained positive productive relationships with municipal staff, technical experts and consultants. Resolved financial, implementation and timing constraints and created alternative solutions for the continued success of the projects while demonstrating multi-task and organizational skills.



PBR LAND PLANNING 1999-2001
Project Manager responsible for preparation of land use and due diligence documents to increase property value and land use. Responsible for analyzing demographic, title and physical property encumbrances which included development agreements for services such as sewer, water, flood, school and transportation improvements. Also coordinated efforts with biologist, traffic consultants, civil engineers, architects, geologists and homeowner associations.

HUITT-ZOLLARS, INC. 1997-1999
Project Coordinator for Sunrise Development, Homestead Hotels and other residential, commercial and industrial development projects throughout Southern California within various jurisdictions. Provided assistance in proposal preparation, contract negotiations and scope of services for consultant teams. Managed civil engineering work efforts to ensure compliance with municipal codes and standards while maintaining economic feasible plans that met the needs of the client to meet business plan objectives.

THE MERIT COMPANIES 1993-1997
District Manager and supervisor for 15 communities providing recommendations to the Board of Directors for decisions regarding finance, elections, legal assistance, insurance, and the maintenance of common interest developments. Provided detailed analysis to the Board and homeowners during board meetings, provided professional analysis for the corporation reflecting adherence to corporate articles and by-laws and coordinated customer service work efforts. Prepared and obtained competitive bids for construction projects and monitored and ensured work completion. CACM Certified.

ODONNELL / ATKINS COMPANY 1992-1993
Project Manager responsible for monitoring properties held by the Resolution Trust Corporation (RTC) ensuring entitlements and property maintenance in order to maintain highest and best use for the property. Prepared budget projections and provided review of existing contracts to assist in the implementation and compliance with their scope of services. Provided additional planning services to local municipalities implementing development proposals for their review and approval.

RBF CONSULTING 1989-1992
Project Manager with a real estate planning and engineering firm responsible for the forward planning of Talega, a master planned community of 3,500 acres consisting of residential, commercial, industrial and recreational uses. Reported directly to property owner and was the focal point for the project team consisting of various consulting firms and project staff within the company. Responsible for establishing engineering and planning contracts to provide client services for each phase of development and to ensure completion of each phase of the contract.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE 1984-1989
Worked within the Planning Departments of three municipal agencies providing assistance to the public and developers. Provided information relating to city standards and policies regarding development applications, submittals and approvals within various city departments. Prepared and presented development proposal staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council for review and approval. Coordinated all submitted plans for plan check and approval. Responsible for distribution of written and verbal information to the public and City Staff.

EDUCATION
BS, Social Sciences, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona - 1983
BS, Geography, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona - 1984