Jefferson M. Howell
Atlanta
Summary
Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through effective project management and maintenance strategies. Improved service department efficiency by implementing best practices in mechanical maintenance. Cultivated professional development by pursuing new skills and knowledge in project management and engineering disciplines.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regulatory Compliance Inspection Manager Housing C
Progress Residential
Atlanta, GA
01.2021 - Current
- Overseeing the Housing Choice Vouchers.
- Organized pre-inspection scheduling to ensure compliance with county and housing authority codes and regulations.
- Create work orders for vendors.
- Negotiate bids with vendors on Capex projects.
- Escalate Cases ensure resident work orders are complete to resident satisfaction and overseeing the work perform by vendors.
- Approve bids and scope of work provided by vendors.
- Training do a in house training with technicians in HVAC and Electric.
Regional Maintenance Transitional Director
CWS Apartment Homes, LLC
Atlanta, GA
02.2015 - 12.2020
- Oversaw all phases of renovation projects, from research and development to installation and final commissioning.
- Collaborated with project managers and vendors to drive execution of special capital expenditure projects.
- Directed staff management initiatives, including training, motivation, assignment of tasks, and performance evaluation.
- Developed and managed schedules, selecting and approving requisitions for equipment and supplies.
- Executed preventive maintenance scheduling to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Oversaw development, recommendation, and monitoring of operating budget for selected property.
- Facilitated investigation and coordination of responses to citizen inquiries and complaints.
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Executive Affiliates, Inc.-Arbor Gates
Atlanta, GA
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Managed staff effectively with following protocol and procedures
- Assist Management with the supervision of Maintenance Staff
- Walk and assist with scheduling turnkey for vacant units
- Order and maintain inventory levels and supplies
- Interpret, develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Monitor and participate in operations in assigned sections including developing projects
- Ensure that all staff members are trained in composite maintenance activities and were strictly following standard operating procedures.
Maintenance Supervisor
Julian LeCraw and Company
Atlanta, GA
09.2003 - 12.2012
- Made hiring and termination recommendations by evaluating staff
- Interpret, develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Monitor and participate in operations in assigned sections including developing and inspecting projects
- Ensure that all staff members are trained in composite maintenance activities and were strictly following standard operating procedures.
- Helped in tracking and monitoring of expenditures for the section.
- Schedule and oversee all Vendors for turnkey projects, etc.
- Maintain inventory and maintenance budget
Education
NSPIRE Training
Dekalb Housing Authority
Dekalb, GeorgiaProfessional Certification - Project Management
Georgia Institute of Technology
01-2019
Associate - HVAC Technician
Chattahoochee Technical College
01-2001
Skills
- Executed executive support functions and fostered customer relations to enhance organizational efficiency
- Executed budgetary development and analysis processes with comprehensive expertise in financial management
- Oversaw modifications to project scopes, schedules, and budgets
- Demonstrated expertise in managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines
- Oversaw maintenance staff and coordinated performance of maintenance and repairs for building interiors and community grounds
- Supervised painting and turnkey operations, ensuring contractor work met quality standards
- Directed performance oversight of general contracting and community maintenance operations
- Assisted in inspecting and servicing HVAC control systems Supported contractors in executing their work effectively
Certification
- EPA Certification 1995
- HVAC Certification 1996
- CPO Certification 2009
- AC&R Coalition (410-A) Certification 2009
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Dedicated, loyal, customer oriented person and highly motivated to succeed in any position. Possess strong knowledge of practices and principles of employee supervision including work assignment, planning, review and training staff in work procedures. Wide knowledge of techniques, procedures, policies, materials, equipment and supplies related to operation, construction, repair and maintenance of facilities and infrastructure found in community settings. Excellent time management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Timeline
Regulatory Compliance Inspection Manager Housing C
Progress Residential
01.2021 - Current
Regional Maintenance Transitional Director
CWS Apartment Homes, LLC
02.2015 - 12.2020
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Executive Affiliates, Inc.-Arbor Gates
05.2012 - 09.2014
Maintenance Supervisor
Julian LeCraw and Company
09.2003 - 12.2012
Professional Certification - Project Management
Georgia Institute of Technology
Associate - HVAC Technician
Chattahoochee Technical College
NSPIRE Training
Dekalb Housing Authority