Michael Benward

MICHAEL BENWARD
New York, NY 10065 Cell:(917) 664-5407 Home: 212-980-4967 [email protected]
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT SPECIALIST

Topperforming, solutionsdriven construction project manager with experience in overseeing build out projects from architectural design to equipment purchase and installation. Decisive and resultsoriented with outstanding leadership and crisis management skills combined with the restaurant business acumen to stand alone and make timely decisions that positively impact project success. An engaging, professional communicator with the ability to put others at ease, quickly building relationships based on mutual trust and benefit. Professional strengths include: Contractor and Sub Developing New Restaurant Locations Program Director Contractor Oversight Project Management Meeting and Exceeding Company Working Directly With Standards Building and Maintaining Architects Representing the Local, State and Federal Compliance Professional Relationships Owners Negotiation Skills Issues Managing the Contractor Construction Coordinator Meeting and Exceeding Code Selection Process Production and Warehousing Requirements Experience Making Plan Adjustments Budget and Cost Control Detail Oriented to Meet Unanticipated 5+ Years Experience as a Franchise Needs Employee Team Supervision Build Out Specialist Customer Service and Administrative Management Meeting Deadlines and Project Targets Relations Product and Service Owner Relations Presentations Equipment Ordering and Managing Material and Inventory Installation Specialist Franchiser Relations Coordinating Building Calendars and Exceeding Expectations, Vendor Relations Multiple Contractor Deadlines Goals and Objectives
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Paramount Restaurant Supply, Warren RI April June 2012 Restaurant Construction Sr. Project Manager - Consultant Introduced and implemented procedures, systems and processes to run projects in house. Managed all aspects of projects including the legal, regulatory compliance, operational systems and issues, logistics and purchasing aspects of each project. Provided field coordination between the general contractor, MEP trades and our installation teams. Baring Industries Inc., New York City Office 2009 2012 Restaurant Construction Project Manager Managed all aspects of projects including the legal, regulatory compliance, operational systems and issues, logistics and purchasing aspects of each project. Provided field coordination between the general contractor, MEP trades and our installation teams. Estimated and bid on projects, project reviews, submittals, shop drawing reviews and release for custom made equipment. Sales efforts consisted of new business development in the New York Metro area and calling on general contractors, end users and consultants.
SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE: MAJOR PROJECTS: Partial Listing
Soho House Renovation Le Bernardin Resorts World 42nd St Yotel Hotel (Related Properties) Melita Bakery
250,000 450,000 1,500,000 1,750,000 850,000
Alexandria Science Center (Craft Group) Ogilvy and Mather, New York New York Federal Reserve Bank of New York, New York, NY Trump Soho, New York, NY Armani Flagship, NYC State University of New York, Downstate Radioactive Lab, NY
1,400,000 1,612,500 928,415 1,620,000 750,000 175,000
M & R DESIGN GROUP, INC., New York, NY 2007 2009 Construction Project Manager Managed all aspects of projects including the legal, regulatory compliance, operational systems and issues, logistics and purchasing aspects of each restaurant. Project managed the construction of Maggie Moos Ice Cream Treateries franchised restaurants in multiple states on the East Coast of the United States. Supplied equipment only to the first few restaurants and then took on the entire project from the ground up for almost 20 other locations. Negotiated contractors, provided oversight on all construction phases, ensured that each store included the unique design features dictated by each set of plans and procured and installed the equipment in each store. Highly successful in managing changes during construction as dictated by owners. Worked closely with the architect who on occasion visited the jobsite. All projects came in on time and within budget. Principal project manager for The Roasting Plant coffee shop chain. Began working with the company in 2006 while with the MIM Design Group. Worked with the owner to develop concept plans and rough drafts for the architect to follow for the first store of two (Opened in 2007 with the second opening in 2008). Negotiated and contracted out the work and was responsible for overseeing all work performed. The concept utilized a variety of equipment never before used in harmony with each other in a production environment so alterations to how the equipment worked was necessary. Provide service to several restaurants and catering operations in the area for equipment and small wares. IM HOLDING LLC, dba MIM DESIGN GROUP, New York, NY 2005 2007 Construction Project Manager Generated in excess of $1.8 million in new revenue the first year with the company. Built and supplied small wares and equipment to several Maggie Moos Ice Cream Treateries and continued the work under M & R Design Group. Sold and supplied equipment and small wares to a variety of restaurants and catering operations in the New York area. Provided installation and after the sale service for all accounts. Successful in providing equipment and technology solutions to address client operational issues. WES DESIGN AND SUPPLY, INC., New York, NY 2003 2005 Restaurant Equipment Department Sales/Installation Began in customer service managing existing accounts and was promoted to Equipment Department Manager. Provided equipment and installation to restaurants, catering operations, schools, firehouses, public service facilities such as hospitals and meals on wheels operations. Exceptional skills in pre and post sale service providing customers with the information, services and equipment to meet their individual needs. Developed, prepared and won bids for equipment to be installed in schools and firehouses.
EDUCATION
Farleigh Dickinson, Teaneck, NJ Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) Completed the Most of the Core Courses Required for an MBA

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MICHAEL BENWARD

New York, NY 10065 Cell:(917) 664-5407 Home: 212-980-4967 [email protected]

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT SPECIALIST

250,000 450,000 1,500,000 1,750,000 850,000

1,400,000 1,612,500 928,415 1,620,000 750,000 175,000

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