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Construction Project Manager
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George Holler
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Real Estate Developers
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Overland Park,KS
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Construction Project Manager
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GEORGE F. HOLLER
PROFILE
Accomplished management level professional with 15+ years experience and proven success in real estate property asset management, construction management, lender and investor relations and client business development. Has comprehensive knowledge for developing and implementing successful integrated procedures, as well as excellent team building management skills. Is an empowering team leader that is highly effective in cost efficient solutions and property enhancements through effective administration of resources. Areas of expertise include:
• Operational Leadership • Tenant Relations
• Scope Development • P & L Accountability
• Budget Forecasting • Specification Writing
• Vendor & Contract Management • Operational Leadership
• Job Cost Savings Strategic Planning • Submittal Management
• Business Development & Marketing • Lease Management
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
LENEXA ALDEN dba BIG INDUSTRIAL LLC Prairie Village, Kansas
Director of Construction & Property Management
Contract Position July 2009 – October 2009
Big Industrial, specializes in the acquisition and redevelopment of large industrial property (factories and warehouses). BI currently owns and manages in excess of 6,000,000 sq. ft. nationally. As director I managed all activities dealing with creating and implementing integrated procedures, housekeeping, maintenance, work order management, grounds, landscaping and asset property management. Other duties included budget cost analysis, purchasing, contract administration, bid negotiation permitting, project scheduling and business forecasting.
• Developed property management & building maintenance standards
• Conducted utility analysis for energy cost savings at each location including non- leased spaces.
• Developed and implemented complete building maintenance program for 1, 3 and 5 year intervals for each building in conjunction with BI annual budgeting process.
• Created work order/work request process in AMT/Netsuite including the ability for Tenant’s access and submittal
• Determined needs and implemented a process and procedure for Project status updating including RFP’s, contracts and % completion
• Developed standard procedures for approval/authorization including contract template
• Assisted in the creation of a standard contract agreement for contractors & vendors
TWS Kansas City, Missouri
VICE PRESIDENT April 2007 – April 2009
Note: This Company closed April 2009
I was responsible for the management of all field operations for this MBE certified utility/infrastructure contractor. I identified all labor, material, and equipment needs. I planned, develop and managed the department's goals, objectives and work plans. I managed all resources assigned to field operations assuring construction project work is executed in compliance with construction codes, regulations, safety standards, contract documents, budgets and schedules.
• Directed $1.7 million sanitary sewer install at Schlitterbahn Vacation Village in Kansas City, KS
• Directed $20 million civil construction mass excavation and utility infrastructure project for Intermodal Transportation Facility in Kansas City, Missouri.
• Directed $600K MODOT Improvements project at former Richards-Gabaur Airport.
• Directed estimating/marketing department
BH MANAGEMENT COMPANY Prairie Village, Kansas
DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES February 2003 – October 2006
I assisted in the creation and directed all department activities and personnel for this 120 asset multi-family real estate company working on capital improvement, renovation and maintenance projects. This included construction and project managers, field staff, maintenance supervisors and administrative personnel. Projects included capital improvements, major repair/renovations, tenant construction work, preventative maintenance and new construction. Provided pre-acquisition input and assistance in due diligence process, including review of as-builts, physical plants and developing detailed reports, directing renovation efforts, draw request, inspection and closeout. As well as conducting search and interviews for new candidates.
• Regional/District Manager during re-structuring of Operations 3 different times over 1100 unit portfolio
• Created and directed nationwide 11 member capital improvements management and maintenance department.
• Directed Construction Management Division overseeing construction improvements of $26 million per year generating $1.2 million dollars in fees per year
• Created and coordinated Acquisition/Due Diligence procedures on over 30 new assets totaling $100 million in equity
• Created streamline purchase program designed to provide cost savings and time in addition to developing brand identity for nation wide portfolio.
• Created web based cost savings measures on nationwide unit turn program with emphasis on appliances and flooring
• Successfully directed over 900 condo conversions in DC and Florida.
• Lead team to Design/Build 5 Clubhouses from start to finish
TVO/EPT MANAGEMENT COMPANY El Paso, Texas
PROJECT COORDINATOR/RISK MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR December 1996 – February 2003
PROJECT COORDINATOR - I provided management oversight for all phases of the construction project, including coordinating workers, material, and equipment, ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. I developed a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of project following a logical pattern for utilization of resources. I selected and coordinated work of subcontractors working on various phases of the project. I was responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses. I tracked and controlled construction schedules and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated.
RISK MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR - In this position I used my construction, judgment, settlement and negotiation skills in evaluating property losses. Through on site investigation, evaluation and documentation I made appropriate settlement recommendations on all claims. I was responsible for making consistent decisions on claim settlements. I made timely and appropriate contacts and completed appropriate level of investigation to make determination of coverage, liability and damages. I determined exposure and established with the insurance company representative adequate reserves for the loss. I determined settlement value of the loss and negotiated proper settlement of claim. I then directed reconstruction of all losses.
• Property manager for 455 unit property in Kansas City, Missouri
• Successfully concluded as risk manager/adjuster over 700 property loss claims in the amount of approximately $17 million dollars in the last 13 years and the reconstruction of these losses.
• Regional Manger for KC portfolio consisting of 5 properties and 1200 units
• Conceptualized and authored two operation and maintenance manuals covering mold and asbestos in addition to standardized landscape maintenance & improvement RFP for nationwide portfolio
• Conducted leadership training for 21 regional supervisors for property loss claim handling procedures on a property level.
• Directed $14.5 million dollar inner city multi-family renovation in Kansas City and assisted in securing 10 year tax abatement with Tax Increment Finance Commission. Winning the Cornerstone Award for Best Renovation.
HOLLER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Overland Park, Kansas
OWNER August 1999 - Present
I provide construction management services of multi-family assets; both Garden style and mid-rise, as well as some commercial/tenant finish projects. Because I have dealt so long with the disruption that major renovations can cause to a home/asset, I have a keen understanding of how to improve and streamline the process. It is a priority of mine to evaluate and communicate with the developers, homeowners, property management teams and staff, to provide them the tools and information they need to make sure that the construction process is an organized, efficient, expedient, value added positive experience.
• Created and implemented policy and procedures for industrial real estate company with assets in 8 states.
• Completed $2.5 million renovation in Ypsilanti, MI for Sterling Equities of New York, NY
• Recently completed $4.5 million renovations of 14 separate multi-family assets in Kansas City and Indianapolis, both garden style & mid-rise
• Conducted numerous Property Condition Assessments throughout the U.S.
• Construction Manager for commercial roof project @ UMKC
• Construction Manager for mold remediation project Kansas City Water Department
• Property Manager 94 unit asset in Independence Missouri
KINGSTON ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Lee’s Summit, Missouri
PROJECT DIRECTOR May 1990 – December 1996
INDUSTRIAL COMPLIANCE & SAFETY, INC. Kansas City, Missouri
ENVIORNMENTAL PROJECTS COORDINATOR November 1988 – May 1990
HAMILTON SERVICE COMPANY Kansas City, Missouri
SERVICE STATION MAINTENANCE TECHICIAN April 1985 – November 1988
EDUCATION
ST. MARY’S COLLEGE Leavenworth, Kansas
BACHELOR OF ARTS – PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 1996
KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Kansas City, Kansas
A.A. – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 1994
MEMBERSHIPS & LICENSES
• Professional – Infrastructure & Real Estate
• Multifamily Real Estate Executives
• Licensed Insurance Adjuster, State of Texas
• Certified PACP Pipe Inspector
• National Apartment & Multi-Family Housing Network
• Commercial & Multi-Family Loan Workout & Distressed Property Specialist
• Corporate Real Estate & Facilities Management Professionals
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