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POSITION WANTED: DIRECTOR OF CONSTRUCTION
James P. Harte
76 Reed Ave
South Weymouth, MA 02190
Tel: 617-835-4852
76reed@comcast.net
Profile
A Construction and Design professional with more than 20 years experience in designing and delivering innovative and award winning retail projects.
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Creating, managing and developing successful teams
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Real world construction experience. (Licensed Massachusetts Construction Supervisor)
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Successful at delivering projects on time and with maximum budget control.
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Handling and managing multiple projects and maximizing use of resources.
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Excelled in the development and implementation of services resulting in improved client satisfaction due to cleaner, better tempered and more aesthetic facilities.
Key Achievements
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Directed largest growth of Stride Rite retail store openings.
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Consistently exceeded budgetary constraints.
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Developed and executed international store concepts.
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Undertook SOX implementation for design and construction unit.
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Delivered 20% cost savings through changes in store maintenance procedures.
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Conceived the design and installation of the corporate retail store in Stride Rite Headquarters.
Awards & Memberships
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Store of the year award for a new concept, Chain Store Age awarded at SPECS
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Store of the year award for redesign of small retailer, Chain Store Age awarded at SPECS
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A.R.E. (Association for Retail Environments) Retail Advisory Council 2004 - present. 2007
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Multiple internal Stride Rite awards and recognition including; Chairman's Club, Pinnacle Award and PACE
Professional Experience
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Stride Rite Children's Group
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Lexington, MA
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1989 - Present
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2001 - Present
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Responsible for all aspects of Stride Rite's largest growth period with the addition of 235 stores, these directly contributed to the doubling of sales in five years ($100M - $200M). Controlled the re-conceptualizing of the Stride Rite Concept store by overseeing the activity of nationally known architectural firms. Maximized the skills of a reduced staff to excel in best practices which has enabled the large store growth.
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Manager of Store Design & Construction
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1997 - 2001
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Implemented standards for outside architects that resulted in decreased plan development time, consistent construction projects and a reduced construction period. Also, instituted the launching of major cost saving programs through the commencement of value engineered construction techniques. This decreased store development costs by an average of 10%. Guided the research and implementation of new construction management and drafting software.
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Manager of Construction
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1994 - 1997
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Responsible for the implementation through construction two new concepts; Keds and Great Feet! Worked in conjunction with the International Division to open stores in Hong Kong, Guam Singapore, Guatemala and Mexico. Optimizing the skills honed in the international program Stride Rite opened two Corporate Outlets in Puerto Rico. Developed a strong regional network of qualified general contractors to ensure the quality and cost effective construction of all store types.
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Senior Store Planner/Dealer Coordinator
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1989 - 1994
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Retained specifically to revive failed licensee assistance program. Coordinated all aspects of the design and construction of licensee operated stores, Administered Student Cooperative program, including hiring and managing their design work load.
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Old New England Development
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Harvard, MA
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1986 - 1989
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Construction Superintendent
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Specialized in retail and restaurant construction. As Superintendent the role maintained complete control of projects, including - bidding, scheduling, purchasing and onsite management.
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Burger King Corporation
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Westboro, MA
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1983 - 1986
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Dealer Coordinator
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Main liaison between Development Department (real estate and Construction) and franchisees. Responsible for site inspections at new and remodeled franchise locations to ensure adherence with Burger King standards. Consulted with architects and advisors to create effective and aesthetic building and site layouts
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Commercial Union Insurance
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Dartmouth, MA
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1980 - 1983
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Claims Adjuster
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Field adjuster for first party losses (personal property). Prepared extensive loss reports, negotiated with property owners and their representatives. Participated on Hurricane catastrophe team
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Education & Licenses
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