Director / Owner - Conamore Construction Ltd - Toronto, ON
(2016-01)
Leading full-cycle construction delivery across a diversified portfolio of custom residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Established and operationalized independent construction firm from inception, managing all aspects of business operations, client relations, and project delivery.
- Oversaw delivery of 40+ projects ranging from $500K to $8M+ in contract value, maintaining on-time delivery and budget accuracy through disciplined planning and risk mitigation
- Built and mentored high-performing team of project managers and site supervisors, establishing clear KPIs, performance management protocols, and professional development pathways
- Developed and implemented standardized operating procedures across project scheduling, cost control, progress reporting, and quality assurance, resulting in improved stakeholder confidence and decision-making transparency
- Directed preconstruction planning and design review sessions with developers, architects, and engineers to validate constructability, optimize logistics, and align project scope with budget and program requirements
- Led weekly OAC (Owners, Architects, Consultants) and coordination meetings, providing executive-level updates on schedule performance, budget status, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies
- Established quality assurance and health & safety compliance programs, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements and company standards across all active sites
- Conducted regular site inspections and audits to verify progress, confirm compliance with specifications, and maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism
- Consistently delivered projects within 2–5% of approved budgets through rigorous cost control and change order management
- Reduced schedule delays by 20% year-over-year through proactive critical path management and early issue identification
- Strengthened trade partner relationships and vendor loyalty through fair dealing and collaborative problem-solving, resulting in improved pricing and schedule flexibility on subsequent projects
Construction & Portfolio Manager - Urban Renaissance Homes - North York, ON
(2003-01 - 2016-12)
Managed full-cycle delivery of low-rise and mid-rise residential projects, overseeing 20+ concurrent projects. Supported C-level leadership with feasibility analysis, business case development, and capital planning inputs.
- Managed end-to-end delivery of 60+ residential projects ($50M+ aggregate contract value), overseeing estimating, tendering, contract administration, scheduling, and daily site operations
- Coordinated construction documentation, specifications, and municipal approvals with architects, engineers, and regulatory bodies, ensuring full alignment with program requirements and building codes
- Administered construction contracts across multiple project tiers, including RFP preparation, bid evaluations, contract award recommendations, progress claims, change directives, and closeout documentation
- Led weekly and bi-weekly progress meetings and OAC-style coordination sessions, delivering accurate and timely updates on schedule performance, budget variance, emerging risks, and mitigation strategies to internal and external stakeholders
- Established strong working relationships with municipal inspectors, architects, consulting engineers, and trade partners, facilitating collaborative problem-solving and aligned project delivery
- Mentored junior project managers and site supervisors, transferring knowledge in contract administration, schedule management, and stakeholder communication
- Supported development and finance teams with project feasibility studies, budget preparation, and cost estimates, contributing to business case development and capital planning decisions
- Developed and enforced company-wide safety and quality programs, ensuring consistent compliance with health and safety legislation, industry standards, and corporate policies
