ANDY VALENCIA, Intl. Assoc. AIA

• Collaborated with Asset Management, Architecture, and Creative to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Prepared, checked, and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
• Recruited, placed, and oversaw contractors for construction projects.
• Worked with Jamestown Architecture for the facade redevelopment at Parkside Shops.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.
• Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
• Solicited bids from contractors and negotiated to secure best possible prices.
• Coordinated all architectural construction documentation and drawings for each phase of fast-track projects.

PROJECT: Fort Lauderdale International Airport ($156 million, Expansion and Modernization- Terminal 3)

• Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.
• Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
• Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
• Led team meetings to assess project progress and plan appropriately to meet delivery targets.
• Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
• Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.

PROJECT: University of West Georgia Biology ($25 million, expansion and renovation)

• Designed and managed punch-out schedule by directing meetings and ensuring lead time of materials were met.
• Managed multiple subcontractors.
• Managed weekly inspections to ensure quality of installation.
• Coordinated final inspection with architect and client.
• Coordinated close-out with subcontractors, university, the state of Georgia and architect.
• Managed final payment and contract close-out for all subcontractors.

PROJECT: SLX -The Deco at 5211 (67 million)

• Coordinated design meetings with all players involved (Del American Real Estate Group, Wakefield Beasley & Associates).
• Developed scope of work for Division 10, Division 12, and Division 31.
• Negotiated and allocated contracts for Division 10, Division 12, and Division 31.
• Assisted weekly OAC Meetings to provide construction progress, budget, and overall status of RFIs, submittals and change orders.
• Conducted site inspections with the city and the owner's consultant.

PROJECT: United Technologies Center of Intelligent Building, Palm Beach Gardens, FL ($90 million)

• Managed and overlooked 5 Divisions (4, 7, 8, 10, 11 ) worth a total of 3.5 million dollars; ensured cost control and monitored schedule and payment application of subcontractors.
• Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Handled and reviewed submittals, transmittals, and request of information (Division 4, 7, 8, 10, 11) in accordance to engineering/architectural drawings & specifications.
• Worked closely with client during design reviews and changes.
• Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
• Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.

• Reviewed drawings for estimate during bidding process.
• Provided technical assistance to support product development and profitability in the region.
• Handled submittals and request of information.
• Ensured product quality by inspecting and testing material in color laboratory and concrete laboratory in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
• Worked with the Colombian technical team to introduce color masonry cement into the new Colombian market.
• Medellin, Colombia (based out of Atlanta, Georgia office)