Project Manager - Davenport Electric Co., Inc. - Fairfield and Westchester counties
(2008-12 - 2026-03)
Luxury residential electrical contractor serving Fairfield and Westchester counties | Projects featured in Architectural Digest. Managed full-cycle delivery of electrical, lighting, motorized shading, Lutron HomeWorks, standby generator, and device scopes for high-end custom estates. Oversaw estimating, permitting, scheduling, change orders, and closeout across electrical budgets ranging from $1M to $2M+.
- Produced lighting, shading, device, and generator takeoffs from architectural and electrical plans for 12,000+ sq. ft. estates, including multibuilding compounds and fine art galleries; issued RFIs to resolve design discrepancies and improve bid accuracy.
- Reduced lighting and shading costs 10-15% through value engineering, recommending equivalent alternatives when budgets were exceeded while preserving design intent and specification compliance.
- Compiled cutsheet submittal packages including installation instructions; resolved specification gaps by researching LED compatibility, dimming and wiring requirements, specialized drivers and transformers, and bespoke mounting options across domestic and international architectural, decorative, and specialty lighting manufacturers.
- Led sourcing and procurement across 10+ concurrent residential projects; negotiated package pricing, coordinated custom powder coating and specialty finish matching, and managed submittal, shade fabric, and shop drawing approvals. Aligned delivery schedules with GCs, architects, designers, and field teams, and reconciled invoices against project budgets.
- Developed Excel pay application worksheets modeled after G702/G703 structures across 95% of projects not requiring formal AIA forms, tracking contract values, change orders, and running balances to support collections and dispute resolution; standardized Adobe InDesign cutsheet templates for documentation consistency.
- Oversaw HR and benefits for a 20+ employee construction workforce; managed healthcare renewals, Section 125 plans, payroll coordination, onboarding, and 401(k) administration.
Finance & Operations Manager - DZ Integrated Systems, LLC
(2009-04)
Boutique integrator specializing in high-end A/V, motorized shading, and Lutron home automation systems. Part-time position.
- Direct financial operations in QuickBooks, including AP/AR, general ledger oversight, reconciliations, monthly reporting, and financial statement preparation with substantiating records.
- Manage multi-state tax compliance, prepare CT and NY sales and use tax returns, and deliver year-end financial packages to external accountants for filing preparation.
- Administer commercial insurance and workers' compensation programs, completing annual policy audits, managing COI requests, processing endorsements, and maintaining coverage and compliance.
- Coordinate payroll processing with third-party providers, maintaining accurate employee records and meeting federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
- Lead technical support for Lutron shading systems and exterior screen projects, including system design, takeoffs, submittals, site verification, and vendor coordination; provide shop drawings confirming measurements, mounting locations, and placement requirements to prevent field framing rework during installation.
Real Estate Professional, Project Sales & REO Asset Management - Century 21 HomeServices
(1998 - 2008)
Residential, commercial, and new construction real estate firm.
- Directed sales and marketing operations for a 105-unit condominium development with $20M+ in total sales value, overseeing contract administration, buyer finish selections, attorney coordination for contracts and CIOA revisions, and weekly developer updates covering sales activity and model traffic; contributed to HOBI Award-winning Sales Team of the Year recognition.
- Ranked #6 producer across a five-state Century 21 region in 2007, closing 42 units through targeted CRM segmentation campaigns and active client relationship management.
- Served on the Fairfield Board of Realtors communications, grievance, and risk reduction committees and the CT Association of Realtors communications and legislative committees; chaired communications committee at the state level and held the Professional Standards Certified Specialist designation.
- Managed residential, commercial, and REO transactions from listing through closing, overseeing contracts, negotiations, scheduling, and documentation; directly managed REO property operations, including vendor oversight, utilities, lawn care, property repairs, and tenant resolutions for financial institutions, supporting asset preservation and timely disposition.
- Selected as Inventory Team Captain from among 35 top-performing agents, supporting brokerage operations, relocation communications, training seminars, and REO follow-up reporting.
