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Justin Ferdenzi

Holliston

Summary

Highly motivated, organized, and dependable project manager with almost 25 years experience in the construction industry. Utilizes electrical contracting background, combined with experience as an Owner's Project Manager, to be a trusted adviser to clients and co-workers. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Fast learner, eager to take on new challenges with a positive attitude.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

CHA
11.2018 - 09.2024
  • Owner's Project Manager and client adviser for renovations, additions, and new construction of K-12, Municipal, and Higher Education facilities.
  • Collaborated closely with Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) and Department of Capital Asset Management (DCAM) to ensure project success.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project teams to discuss deliverables, schedules, conflicts, and project updates.
  • Prepared and presented detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring open communication, transparency, and alignment with objectives.
  • Sourced, vetted, negotiated, and managed third-party contracts related to project scope and deliverables.
  • Reviewed, negotiated, and approved; requisitions, contract amendments and change orders.
  • Created accurate budgets allowing for clear and comprehensible allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects and optimizing grant funds / project reimbursements.
  • Regularly reviewed project design and construction progress for quality and conformance
  • Established clear boundaries for owner's project management services to establish a value for client requests above and beyond the original objectives and budgets.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resources, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Provided detailed project status updates for executive management.
  • Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.

Assistant Project Manager

Wayne J. Griffin Electric Co., Inc.
08.2015 - 05.2018
  • Project Manager for electrical construction contracts ranging from $70k to $6.5 mil. for K-12 Education, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Municipality, and Multi-Unit Residential.
  • Managed projects from contract award through commissioning and closeout.
  • Developed comprehensive project budgets to establish and track profit values.
  • Cost estimated and negotiated construction change order proposals.
  • Reported regularly to company president and executive managers on project updates related to budget, accounts payable / receivable, and labor forecasting .
  • Regularly met and communicated with project construction teams and developed strong relationships with stakeholders and contractors.
  • Provided technical and operational direction with project challenges.
  • Monitored work progress to ensure quality and contract conformance.
  • Monitored individual work force personnel to provide regular performance reviews.
  • Coordinated with purchasing and suppliers to avoid delays in receiving material, resolve defective products, and obtain optimal pricing.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts.



Project Manager

Comverge
10.2012 - 10.2014

Managed and maintained the electrical contractors that supported the energy management infrastructure for various commercial clients.

Project Manager

Guardian Energy Management Solutions
02.2011 - 10.2012

Managed various projects related to the electrical installation of energy management systems and grant funded energy reduction solutions.

Foreman

A. S. Jones & Co. Inc.
07.1997 - 02.2011

On site Foreman for commercial electrical construction projects.

Education

Master Electrician -

Tri County Voc
Franklin, MA

Journeyman Electrician -

Leo Martin Electrical School
Norwood, MA

No Degree - Architecture

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MA

High School Diploma -

Holliston High School
Holliston, MA

Skills

  • Project management
  • Client relations
  • Stakeholder communications
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Document management
  • Contract management
  • Budget & Cost controls
  • Procurement
  • Construction management

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO)

Timeline

Project Manager

CHA
11.2018 - 09.2024

Assistant Project Manager

Wayne J. Griffin Electric Co., Inc.
08.2015 - 05.2018

Project Manager

Comverge
10.2012 - 10.2014

Project Manager

Guardian Energy Management Solutions
02.2011 - 10.2012

Foreman

A. S. Jones & Co. Inc.
07.1997 - 02.2011

Master Electrician -

Tri County Voc

Journeyman Electrician -

Leo Martin Electrical School

No Degree - Architecture

Wentworth Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Holliston High School
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