Hitesh R.

• Managed construction projects ranging $50k-$5 mil of commercial offices, institutional, and industrial projects by maintaining project budget, timeline, contracts, and avoided conflict to maintain profit margin. • Initiated/attended construction meetings for assigned projects, provided agenda, submittals, updates, RFIs, CCN, partial scope changes as per client’s requests and evaluated changes in budget and timeline. • Understood project scope/brief from the leadership team, took ownership of the project, and managed all communication with trades, vendors, site super, and all internal team to fulfill client’s expectation. • Ensured that construction/architecture plans, other project documents are compiled in folder for internal records before proceeding with approvals, saved 2-3 weeks of design efforts by effective communication. • Implemented action plans including timelines, major milestones and cost estimation in Excel, MS project/Procore to ensure successful execution of project and overall customer service to the client. • Prepared purchase orders, submittals, reports, presentation, quantity take-off for estimation, maintained project risk logs, reviewed design work, pricing, quote changes, and prepared delivery planning reports.

• Managed operations, facility repair, and maintenance across commercial spaces in Ontario by supporting senior managers by streamlining communication processes and reducing coordination gaps by 15%. • Proactively addressed operational challenges by conducting on-site assessments, and documenting issues with photos, videos, and reports, reducing repair costs by 10% and mitigating scope creep through diligent follow-ups. • Conducted site inspections, coordinated repair schedules, prepared purchase orders, scope-of-work and project documentation, and ensured timely execution. • Oversaw weekly and monthly maintenance schedules, cleaning services, inventory management, and shipment tracking to maintain operational excellence and compliance with corporate standards.

• Assisted the project manager in handling over 20 commercial and industrial projects by maintaining project controls, reviewing contract documents, and evaluating tenders for upcoming projects. • Conducted feasibility studies, and technical due diligence reports, defined the scope of work, and cost estimations while implementing constant follow-up to enhance the closeout process by 20%. • Tracked and monitored project milestones, budgets, and timelines; identified potential risks; took proactive measures by escalating them to the senior manager; and prevented a 30-day (5%) schedule delay. • Ensured that construction plans complied with company guidelines, and specifications according to the NBC before proceeding with building permits, saved 15 days of design effort per project. • Implemented detailed project plans including timelines, milestones and cost estimation in MS project to ensure successful execution of project and overall service optimization. • Prepared purchase orders, submittals, technical reports, quantity take-off for estimation, project risk logs, and Class D estimates, reviewed design work, and prepared procurement documents.

• Led the pre-construction team for over 10 mixed-use commercial, residential, and industrial projects, achieving a 20% reduction in design rework through research, planning, and accurate land surveying. • Managed communication with clients, real estate teams, and other stakeholders for multi-family residential P3 projects which benefited 500+ families within 3 years with 20% less design and approval rework. • Prepared 2D architectural plans, preliminary concept drawings, and design options. Finalized the IFC drawing set using AutoCAD and distributed it to the construction site. • Managed project documentation, including tracking design revisions, revised invoices, building permit applications, construction blueprints, and contracts. Supported processing purchase orders, conducted invoice reviews, and handled project RFIs while keeping records up-to-date.

• Assisted senior architect in preparing architecture drawings, sketches, as-built surveys and presentations. • Arranged site access for vendors and contractors, coordinated site walkthroughs, and managed project documentation, including progress reports and meeting minutes. • Generated and maintained project documentation, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and status updates, to ensure clear communication and documentation of each project activity. • Prepared presentations and visual aids for client meetings, ensuring all stakeholders were informed on project progress, proposed design options, and compliance with local by-laws regulations.

• Prepared schematic interior designs, including hand-drawn 2D plans and 3D rendered views, to effectively communicate concepts during client meetings. • Supported the project architect by conducting site inspections, overseeing construction progress, and performing as-built surveys to ensure design accuracy and project alignment.

• Developed multiple design options for upcoming projects, including hand-drawn 3D views and conceptual design ideas to facilitate effective meetings and discussions. • Prepared schematic presentation plans to secure client approvals and align project objectives with stakeholder expectations.