Experienced Facilities Manager professional with strong leadership and relationship-building skills. Focused manager successful for contractor negotiation and process improvement. Remains calm and poised in high pressure situations. Leverages in-depth knowledge of the industry trends and shifts to offer valuable insights on opportunities for new growth and expansion. Experienced in both Private and public Educational settings.
Skills
Operations management
Cross-functional team management
Staff development
Sound judgment.
Broad background
Calm under pressure
Complex problem solving
Fast track into roles
Project Planning and execution.
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Education and Training
Villanova UniversityVillanova, PAExpected in 07/2021 ā ā:IFMA Facilities Management Professional - GPA:
Completed IFMA Certified Facilities Management Professional Accreditation covering four components of Finance and Business, Operations Maintenance, Project Management and Leadership and Strategy.
RMITMelbourne , Expected in 2022 ā āDiploma:Property Managment - GPA:
Currently on hold with anticipation finishing Property Management Diploma which covers various aspects of core subjects in relation to Property/Facilities/Operations Management
St Bede's CollegeMentone, MelbourneExpected in 1997 ā āHigh School Diploma:Schooling - GPA:
Represented the school in AFL Football, Cricket and Golf at first team level.
Experience
Plnar - Director of Facilities and Maintenance Austin, TX, 07/2019 - Current
Directs the ongoing operations of the Facilities and Maintenance Department to ensure that the facilities and surrounding grounds are maintained in a safe, clean and efficient manner.
Oversight of all facility related services, utilities contracts and construction projects.
Provides all long range planning for capital improvements and departmental operations.
Oversee annual maintenance and operations plan to insure the highest level of maintenance and routine care of all school district facilities and equipment.
Provide oversight for a preventative maintenance program for all school district equipment and facilities.
Implement and oversee a work order system which provides the accountability and data needed for proper work assignment, and management of the workload and staff utilization.
Supervise Construction/Renovation projects including the development of specifications and bid documents.
Develop and monitor and oversee 5 and 10 year capital improvement plan for capital needs of all school district facilities.
Oversee administration and coordination of the district maintenance staff, including employment, staff training, staff supervision and evaluation. 60 staff in total.
New Hope Solebury School District - Director of Operations City, STATE, 01/2018 - 07/2019
Administer scheduling, hiring, supervision, development and evaluation of Maintenance, Grounds, Transportation, Security and Custodial staffing under school board policies, procedures and the performance, development and compensation plan.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and school board guidelines and policies.
Prepare, present and manage Operations Department Budget.
Prepare, present and analyze reports as required.
Act as a liaison with community resources to ensure safety, security and emergency procedures and preparedness and coordination of events.
Develop long term department goals, objectives and measures.
Oversee the Maintenance, repairs of buildings, equipment, vehicles, utilities and furnishings.
Oversee groundskeeping, snow removal and athletic field presentation.
Oversee and manage Emergency Preparedness and Safety Programs.
Operation, inspections and cost analysis of utilities.
Mentone Grammar School - Property/Facilities Manager City, STATE, 02/2011 - 09/2017
Maintain and develop the Facilities of the school to support the educational program offered by the school.
Manage all staff in the Property Team and all External Contractors.
Ensuring Major/Minor Capital projects are delivered according to the brief or specifications.
Preparation and Management of Budgets for all Campuses. $1.5m Operational $1-3m Capital $20m+ Major Capital
Management of a wide range of Building/Grounds activities in keeping with industry standards, statutory requirements and school policy.
Ensure all standards in regards to Occupational Health and Safety, Essential Services and Fire safety are followed.
Chief Fire Warden for the School. Planning Emergency Management programs for the safety of the school.
With increased growth of 43% of students over last 5 years school staffing has decreased but productivity has increased in this period of sustained growth. 1500 students
Involvement in Major Building projects.
Contractor management/negotiation
Capital Project Planning and Management
Successful completion of capital projects on-time and on budget.
Ensure all facilities are compliant in regards to safety for staff and students to utilise.
Thorough knowledge of Health and Safety as a leading member of our Occupational Health and Safety Committee. Course completed and refreshed in regards to Occupational Health and Safety legislation, standards and compliance codes in the workplace.
Direct report staff of 12, external contractor reports up to 50.
Mentone Grammar School - Grounds Property Manager- All Campuses City, STATE, 02/2004 - 02/2011
Manage all Ground staff at all Campuses and external contractors.
Preparation and Management of Budgets.
Liaise with external users of facilities.
Maintain and Develop all facilities to the highest standard incorporating environmental aspects.
Ensure all standards in regards to Occupational Health and Safety,Essential Services and Fire Safety for the school.
Contractor Management
Act as Property/Maintenance Manager in the absence of Maintenance Manager
Affiliations
Member of the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials.
Member of the Delaware Valley School Facilities Managers Association.
Member of International Facility Management Association.
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