FERNANDO CORDERO

2105 Harriman Lane #1, Redondo
Beach, CA 90278

Phone/Voicemail:
310.738.4982

EMPLOYEMENT OBJECTIVE: 

To gain a position
utilizing my construction knowledge as well as my expertise in developing, implementing
and managing strategies for a reputable retail organization.

EXPERIENCE:

BCBGMAZAZRIA
Group, Vernon, California

Construction Project Manager (10/05 11/10)

Responsibilities:

• Manage
  the day to day construction of a retail space from start to completion.


• Oversee
  the design development of the drawings between the architect and the VP of
  Architecture and Design.


• Bid vendors
  for proposals and layouts to include in the design development drawings.


• Cultivate
  and bring to fruition the design development drawings for city permit and
  landlord approval.


• Manage
  the permit process to guarantee the commencement date.


• Bidding,
  negotiating and leveling of General Contractors proposals for each
  individual project before awarding.


• Formulate
  and draft preliminary budget for department approval.


• Oversee
  the construction and all visual elements of the barricade per landlord
  requirements.


• Execute
  
  the visual directive for all signage per management and landlord
  requirements.


• Devise
  and monitor the construction schedule on both the client and General
  Contractor side.


• Responsible
  for reviewing the construction drawings before and if needed during the
  actual construction.


• Day to
  day communication with landlord, general contractor, superintendent and
  vendors throughout the construction process.


• Systematically
  order and secure all finish fixtures, finish hardware, design finishes,
  drapery and furniture for each project.


• Analyze
  and negotiate all General Contractors change orders in order to remain
  with in the contingency of the approved budget.


• Travel
  to the site for the final turnover to retail operations and the opening of
  the space on schedule.


• Extremely
  versed in construction cost analysis to solidify the internal year end
  accruals.


• Manage
  the completion of each individual projects closet out package. This
  included final walk through with the landlord, rectifying final punch list
  items and submittal of keys when necessary to ensure a timely tenant
  allowance process.

EXPERTISE:

• An
  aggressive organizer and project leader in a fast paced environment.


• Well versed in all the aspects of
  retail construction.


• A sensibility
  for pragmatic execution of projects in a deadline dependent environment.


• An ability
  to form strategic relationships and work with all levels within or outside
  of the organization.


• Excellent
  in all bidding and budget management skills.


• Experienced
  in Microsoft XP, VISTA, Photoshop and
  AutoCAD 2010.


• BI-Lingual/Spanish.


• A
  respectful and professional team player.

EDUCATION:

San Jose State University,
San Jose, California
(1993 Graduate)

Major:  BS in
Advertising and Marketing Communications

Minor:  Art

References and Portfolio Available Upon Request.