Manuel Soberanes

Architect and property management executive with 20+ years of progressive experience in the full-cycle operation, maintenance, and administration of premium residential developments and commercial real estate assets. Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-dollar annual budgets, lead multidisciplinary teams, optimize operational costs, and deliver sustained improvements in efficiency, security, and resident satisfaction. Trilingual professional (Spanish, English, French) with hands-on expertise in facility management, CAPEX/OPEX control, vendor management, and crisis resolution.

General Manager – Condominium Administration at Asociación de Condominios Trianon A.C. (2019-01 – Present)

• Full operational, financial, and administrative management of a premium residential condominium complex.
• Oversee an annual operating budget exceeding MXN $26 million (approx. USD $1.5M), including CAPEX and OPEX planning.
• Direct a multidisciplinary team covering security, maintenance, housekeeping, and administration.
• Achieved significant reduction in payment delinquency rates through the implementation of administrative controls and proactive collection strategies.
• Optimized operating expenditures through strategic supplier negotiations and preventive maintenance programs.
• Designed and implemented security protocols, CCTV infrastructure, and access control systems.
• Serve as primary liaison for resident relations, incident resolution, and community governance.
• Coordinate specialized contractors for capital improvement projects and technical systems maintenance.

Independent Architect & Project Director at Self-Employed (2007-01 – 2019-12)

• Designed, planned, and supervised residential and commercial architectural projects from concept to delivery.
• Coordinated construction teams and specialized subcontractors, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and schedule compliance.
• Managed full project budget control and construction programming (MS Project, Neodata, Opus).
• Handled permitting and regulatory approvals with local and federal government agencies.

Operations Manager – Real Estate Development at S.G. Inmobiliaria, S.A. de C.V. (2007-01 – 2012-12)

• Led operational coordination and execution of the Paseo de la Luz residential development.
• Supervised urbanization, infrastructure, and vertical construction phases.
• Monitored project costs and construction timelines; reported directly to ownership.

Construction Director at Pilatus Arquitectura y Mecatrónica (1998-01 – 2002-12)

• Directed and supervised corporate architectural projects and office fit-outs.
• Led specialized renovation works at Mexico City International Airport (AICM), coordinating high-security and operational environments.
• Managed project schedules, budgets, and subcontractor performance for corporate clients.

Bachelor of Architecture in Licenciatura en Arquitectura – Universidad del Nuevo Mundo (Affiliated with UNAM)