Ron D. Ellis,MBA
Accomplished Construction Industry Professional with over 29 years experience managing public works, power utility, educational and institutional projects. Extensive background in organizational management, program/project management, construction management, facilities management and government relations. Managed programs in valued excess of $2B and projects valued at $40M to over $100M. Expertise in facilities master planning, scheduling and budget allocation. Actively pursuing certifications from CMAA as a Certified Construction Manager and the USGBC as a LEED Accredited Professional.

EDUCATION
MBA, University of La Verne, La Verne, California
BA, Management, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona
AA, Industrial Engineering Technology, El Camino College, Los Angeles, California
School Business Management and Facilities Program, California State University, San Bernardino, CA Educational Facilities Planning Certificate, University of Riverside, Riverside, CA

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
President, Los Angeles Department Water and Power Employees Association
Chief Financial Officer, Los Angeles Department Water and Power Employees Association
Board Member, Los Angeles Department Water and Power Employees Association Credit Union
Member, Council of Engineers and Scientist Organization
Member, Engineers and Architects Association
Member, Council of Administration and School Business Official
Member, The National Black MBA Association

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
Primavera Expedition, Contract Manager, P3, P6, Microsoft Project, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Intergraph Microstation 2400 CAD platform, LAUSD Integrated Financial System (IFS)

EXPERIENCE
Director of Construction/Deputy Director of Facilities Projects, Los Angeles Unified School District, Facilities Services Division
2006 to Current
Outline and provide strategic direction, long range-planning and oversight of daily operations for major repair and renovation projects at over 700 school facilities. Plan, schedule and monitor construction activities. Evaluate and direct administration of 8 Regional Project Management offices and JOC business units. Oversee construction progress, change management, funding and close out activities. Managed over 250 staff members, including senior managers, program managers, project managers, engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, and maintenance and operations tradesmen. Prepare project and program status reports for executive management review. Develop and implement improved contracting, acquisition and planning policies and procedures.

Regional Project Management Director, Los Angeles Unified School District, Region 6
2001 to 2006
Managed major renovation and modernization projects at over 53 school facilities. Performed feasibility studies and design reviews. Prepared master schedules and developed budgets. Implemented and managed financial and fiscal project objectives. Monitored and oversaw the regional master construction schedule and project prioritization. Managed and delegated activities for over 45 staff members, including project managers, engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, and maintenance and operations tradesmen. Interfaced with community leaders, stakeholders, in-house clients, design professionals, contractors and building officials. Administered and executed traditional contracting, job order contracting and informal (A/B Letter) contracting. Generated requests for proposals and bid to solicit services.


Senior Facilities Project Manager, Chaffey Joint Union High School District
1998 to 2001
Managed the design and construction of two new $50M high schools. Developed master plans and coordinated design efforts with the Architect. Administered pre-construction, construction and closeout activities. Established initial budgets, master schedule and secured funding sources. Interfaced with stakeholders and community members. Coordinated materials and equipment procurement. Develop strong working relationship with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) to ensure timely review and approval process. Ensured all projects were in compliance with the California Department of Education (CDE), Office of Public School Construction (OPSC), Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for State Allocation Board (SAB ) submittal. Resolved and mitigated construction claims and deficiencies. Correspond to inquiries concerning specific projects. Developed and prepared presentations to the city, state, federal and community agencies. Supervised and delegated activities to maintenance and operations tradesmen.
Managed major modernization and renovation projects.

Senior Electrical Sub-Station Designer, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
1981 to 1998
Designed, engineered and constructed transmission line, distribution station, receiving station, generating station and hydro-electric plant projects. Managed construction and instrumentation installation for various high voltage power stations and customer station sub-stations.