THOMAS L. KING II
QUALIFICATIONS
Real Estate Development Facilities Management Architectural Design
Dynamic and focused professional with multi-faceted facilities experience, including construction, relocation, and restack projects. Superior interpersonal talents to cultivate effective relationships with government officials, municipal representatives, third party vendors, general contractors, and subcontractors. Transformational leader with proven ability to successfully guide teams through all project phases. proficient with AutoCAD, DataCAD, CAFM-TMA, and CMMS-BMS as well as MS Project and Scheduler. Core competencies include:
Project ManagementContract NegotiationsCost Control Corporate PlanningVendor RelationsRegulatory Compliance Data Centers - GeneratorsBudget AdministrationTeam Development
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Spearheaded decommissioning of previous 75,000 square foot facility in only 2 days to save $1.5 million; also managed $15 million construction project for new 100,000 square foot headquarters. Reduced operating costs 5% by establishing preventive maintenance programs for building systems including HVAC and UPS. Optimized facility management and budget procedures to trim $250,000 in annual costs. Designed and built interiors for Class A commercial offices.
EXPERIENCE
CULINARY CONCEPTS, New York, New York2007 Present Premium culinary brand led by international chef Jean-George Vongerichten Director of Real Estate Development
Develop and execute strategic plans to support long-range corporate development through placement of restaurants within Starwood Resort luxury brand hotels in North America, Istanbul, Doha, Dubai, and other international locations. Pilot capital projects from inception through site selection, construction, and budget closeout. Manage relationships with third party vendors, general contractors, and owner/developer senior executives.
Led planning, design, conceptual budget development, and project management for 7 new restaurants. Generated corporate financial construction model and produced templates for work letters. Instituted comprehensive preventive maintenance program which has saved 5% in annual costs and improved equipment reliability. Defined role and responsibilities for this newly created position.
1-800 FLOWERS.COM, Westbury, New York1999 2007 Worlds leading multi-channel florist and gift shop Director, Facilities/Operations
Provided long-range vision for and daily administration of more than 120 facilities, including corporate headquarters, data centers, distribution centers, and retail stores. Delivered regular status updates to VP of Real Estate and CEO. Maintained detailed facilities master plan, facility space usage, and physical asset inventories. Ensured effective use and functional performance of utility equipment. Directed activities of 10 staff and provided regular performance coaching. Collaborated with IT to redesign data centers to install uninterruptable power supply equipment. Prepared emergency disaster recovery procedures across all facilities. Managed more than 20 national accounts for maintenance, repair, materials, and supplies.
THOMAS L. KING IIPAGE 2
Director, Facilities/Operations, 1999-2007, continued
Saved more than $250,000 annually by centralizing vendor accounts and implementing improved facilities and budget standards. Achieved $800,000 in annual cost savings through skillfully negotiated leases and fiscal incentives for relocations and capital projects. Reduced project costs 5% by enforcing optimal standards among engineers, architects, and contractors. Slashed annual costs by additional $180,000 by combining Security and Loss Prevention departments, eliminating redundancies and improving operational efficiencies. Served as Project Manager for construction of new 100,000 square foot corporate headquarters; decommissioned old facility in just 2 days and achieved $1.5 million cost avoidance; orchestrated move of all personnel, equipment, and inventory. Oversaw construction of 8 data centers valued at $1 million each. Earned National Quality Control Award.
ELLERBE BECKET, New York, New York1999 International architecture, interior, engineering, and construction firm Account/Project Manager
Administered construction and facilities management programs for American Express Financial Services account with more than 90 units. Leveraged skills of 10 project managers to blend goals of client executives with workplace needs of client employees.
Delivered $110,000 in savings for client by standardizing design elements and securing vendor discounts.
NEC AMERICA, INC, Melville, New York1997 1999 Leading technology provider of network, IT, and identity management solutions Manager, Facilities/Operations
Coordinated activities of 15 staff to manage corporate headquarters as well as 90 regional facilities and retail centers with over 3 million square feet. Oversaw data centers, power backup systems, security systems, and building HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. Administered $30 million real estate and facilities budget. Negotiated real estate acquisitions and mergers. Completed various construction, relocation, and restack projects in US and Canada; conducted site selection process, interfaced with engineers, architects, and land owners, specified scope of work, and prepared requests for proposal/quote.
Directed new construction of 500,000 square foot corporate campus and accomplished successful relocation of headquarters from New York to Texas. Formulated budget tracking and lease abstract system which produced $300,000 in savings annually.
VARTAN ENTERPRISES, INC, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania1988 1996 Real estate investment firm Architectural/Interior Designer, Construction Manager, Project Manager
Scheduled and coordinated all design and construction phases for commercial, residential, retail, and industrial projects worth approximately $7 million each. Supervised 100-member in-house construction team. Specialized in architectural interiors for Class A commercial offices. Prepared architectural contract documents and ensured proper implementation of drawings.
Saved 20% per project by serving as General Contractor and closely managing procurement strategies. Integrated motion sensors into lighting design to save 20% in annual energy usage costs.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LA ROCHE COLLEGE, Bachelor of Science, Design/Architecture, 1988
OSHA certified raining ADA certified training CPR certified training
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