Robert W. Berg
Seeking the position of . . . Senior ManagementConstruction
Specialist in directing, coordinating, and exercising full-range functional authority for estimating, planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of turn-key construction projects. Respected for outstanding dedication to satisfying project costs, timelines, and job quality. Professional competencies:
Profitability Models Architectural & Engineering Interaction Project & Budget Estimates Government Bids Hiring & Supervision of Contractors Cost Valuation Business Management Budget Control Site Safety & Quality Inspection Vendor Relations Equipment and Material Procurement
Experience Highlights
Director of Operations2003 to Present WANER ENTERPRISES, Chicago, IL Manage construction contracts through project controls with subcontractor, engineering, and design interfaces. Attend client meetings to present and negotiate contract terms, represent land development plans to zoning committees, participate in design and architect interpretations, and manage project expenditures. Direct all design build work and general construction projects from concept to completion Increased business volume from $6 to $23 million in less than two years through diligence in contract negotiations
Managed projects include:
Project and Value: Southwest Medical Center; 20,000 sq. ft. state-of- the- art urology and cancer treatment center; $5.6 million Construction Site / Owner: Chicago Ridge, Illinois; Southwest Winterset LLC Scope of Work: Negotiated the design and build; estimated and managed project; variances include a specialized concrete vault to house radiation equipment Completion Date: On-target for July 2008
Project and Value: Pawsitivily Heavenly Pet Resort; 37,000 sq. ft. pet facility; $3.2 million Construction Site / Owner: Chicago Ridge, Illinois; Judy Schnur Scope of Work: Competitive bid, bought out job; variances included a two-acre astro turf playground, and two 10,000 sq. ft. indoor and outdoor agility courses Completion Date: June 2007; two months ahead of plan
Project and Value: 171st and Lagrange Shopping Center; 62,000 sq. ft. center and car wash; $8.5 million Construction Site / Owner: Tinley Park, Illinois; Brian Sord Scope of Work: Negotiated the design and build, bought out job; variances included separate village-style design and land development negotiations Completion Date: June 2006
President2000 to 2003 A.E. BERG CO., INC., South Holland, IL Recruited to direct all construction business operations due to the CEOs illness. Directed the VP, Senior VP, a 45 member internal work force, and administrative personnel. Internal job disciplines included masonry, carpentry, and steel structural; controlled subcontractor allocations and quality standards. Satisfied all contracts prior to closing the operation after death of the owner. Increased total construction volume from $8 million to over $26 million in three years Negotiated the companys largest single contract in excess of $12 million
Managed projects include:
Project and Value: Metra Hyde Park; three separate train stops, six stations and platforms; $13.5 million Construction Site / Owner: Hyde Park, Illinois; Metra Scope of Work: Competitive bid; bought out job; managed full cycle project Completion Date: 2003
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Project and Value: Metra Wheaton; single train station construction; $4.3 million Construction Site / Owner: Wheaton, Illinois; Metra Scope of Work: Competitive bid; bought out job; managed full cycle project Completion Date: 2003
Project and Value: Kankakee College Administrative building; 60,000 sq. ft. office complex; $8.3 million Construction Site / Owner: Kankakee, Illinois, Work Force Development Scope of Work: Competitive bid; bought out job; managed full cycle project Completion Date: 2003
Director of Operations1997 to 2000 WANER ENTERPRISES, Chicago, IL Original hire was as an estimator for bid negations, project management, and budgeting for the new construction of a Holiday Inn; promoted to Director within 1.5 years. Controlled design build budgets and general construction projects from estimate to completion Increased business volume from $2 to $8 million in less than six months
Managed projects include:
Project and Value: Cintas; 52,000 sq. ft. plant and office building; $4 million Construction Site / Owner: Hammond, Indiana; Cintas Corporation Scope of Work: Competitive bid, bought out job; managed fully cycle project Completion Date: 1999
Project and Value: Holiday Inn Express; 55,000 sq. ft. hotel; $7 million Construction Site / Owner: Bedfore Park, Illinois; Weglarz Company Scope of Work: Competitive bid, bought out job; managed fully cycle project Completion Date: 1998
Project and Value: Indian Village; construction of seven luxury townhouses; $3.3 million Construction Site / Owner: Chicago, Illinois; Indian Village Development Company Scope of Work: Competitive bid, bought out job; managed fully cycle project Completion Date: 1999
Early Career:
Chief Estimator/Senior Project Manager, GEORGE GULLO DEVELOPMENT CO., Elk Grove, IL1994 to 1997
Consultant / Estimator / Project Manager, Robert W. Berg, Chicago Heights, IL1989 to 1994
VP / Chief Estimator / Project Manager, PYRAMID INDUSTRIES, INC., Riverdale, IL1985 to 1989
Education and Professional Development
Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, Chicago, IL
Computer Skills: Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project Peachtree and QuickBooks
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