PROPERTY OWNERS AGENT SERVICE'S

CAREER RESUME OF:

JOSEPH M PEREZ

Phone: 916-595-7471 | Email:Thebuildingpro@gmail.com
Location: Fair Oaks, CA 95628 | Personal  Website: https://californiaownersrep.com  LinkedIn: linkedin.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly analytical Construction Estimator, Construction Manager, Project Consultant, and former licensed California General Contractor with 45+ years of elite experience Construction Management, Performing and directing cost management, quantity take-offs, and budget controls for over 3,750 residential, commercial, and institutional projects including Church Renovations, Dental build outs /Tis, Capital improvement for Assisted living Facilities, Restaurants, Hospitality, Public works and Complex disaster recovery projects   . Expert in delivering detailed cost breakdowns, analyzing complex architectural/MEP drawings, and executing value engineering to control project variance. Proven authority in OSHPD now HCAI environments, California Building Codes (Title 24), and large-scale facility adaptive re-use, structural mitigation, and corporate capital improvements.

CORE COMPETENCIES & TECHNICAL ESTIMATING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• Estimating & Quantity Take-offs: Comprehensive plan-checks, material take-offs, and master      formatting (CSI Divisions).
• Contract Negotiations :  Bid and Contract presentation      ready for execution 
• Cost Controls & Forecasting: Budget variance monitoring, cost-to-complete tracking, and      predictive fiscal analysis.
• Pre-Construction Strategy: Value engineering, bid strategy development, and risk factor      mitigation.
• Regulatory & Code Compliance: Title 24, California Building Codes, ADA requirements, and MEP      system design constraints.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Procurement: Requests for Proposals (RFPs), scope alignment, and contract      buyouts.
• Disaster Recovery & Abatement Estimating: Material Requirements Planning (MRP), smoke/mold remediation, and      structural drying costs.
• Software Literacy: Xactimate 27 (Level 2 Expert), AutoCAD, SmartDraw, and Advanced MSW,      Excel.

· Advanced Project Sequencing: Master-level scheduling of critical path milestones, multi-trade overlapping sequences, and complex logistical phase-planning to minimize project duration. 

·  Construction Materials & Applications: Expert, granular knowledge of structural  concrete, steel, advanced framing assemblies, MEP systems, building envelopes, and modern finish material performance metrics.

· Method Optimization & Value Engineering: Strategic research and analysis of local material constraints, specialized tool tracking, and labor productivity factors to recommend alternative installation methods that cut costs without sacrificing structural intent. 

· inspection & Scope Development: Conducted hundreds of comprehensive physical building inspections to diagnose structural/MEP conditions and engineer detailed, ready renovation/repair scopes of work.

· Agency Compliance & Permitting: Proven master of municipal bureaucracy with a track record of successfully securing hundreds of building permits and managing thousands of on-site code inspections with local government building departments including OSHPOD.

· Master Blueprint Fluency: Absolute proficiency in interpreting, analyzing, and executing against multi-disciplinary, municipally approved construction building plans (including structural, architectural, MEP, and civil drawing packages).

"Leadership & Personal Attributes" 

• Competitive & Results-Driven Mindset: High-energy professional who treats budget targets and project      deadlines as competitive metrics to meet and beat. Focused entirely on      positive project velocity and measurable bottom-line success.
• Servant Leadership & Mentorship: Lead-by-example professional who actively coaches, mentors, and      builds up project teams and junior technicians to foster a culture of      excellence and personal growth.
• Positive, Can-Do Attitude: Solution-oriented approach to crisis management and fast-tracked      builds, maintaining absolute focus on finding a strategic path forward      when obstacles arise.
• Elite Negotiator & Deal Closer: Possess a natural enjoyment of and an excellent ability for      contract negotiations, strategic buyouts, and closing multi-party      commercial deals. Adept at turning high-pressure negotiation stalemates      into mutually profitable, signed contracts.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• California General Contractor License (Class B) – State of California
• California Specialty Licenses: C-39 Roofing | C-33 Painting
• Xactimate 27 Level 2 Certification – Verisk Property Estimating Solutions
• IICRC Certification – Water Damage Structural Drying Expert
• Lead Renovator Certification – National Center for Healthy Housing
• Subrogation Recognition Certificate – Insurance Claims Training

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CMG & THE BUILDING PROS | Sacramento, CA Area
Owner & Chief Estimator / General Contractor | Nov 1994 – Present

• Direct pre-construction operations, detailed cost      estimating, and turnkey project lifecycle management for complex      commercial tenant improvements (TIs), capital improvements, and custom new      builds.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs, analyze      engineering and MEP specifications, and coordinate trade sequencing for      multi-million-dollar asset portfolios.
• Formulate robust requests for proposals (RFPs),      build out qualified local subcontractor pools, run mandatory pre-bid job      walks, and manage objective bid evaluations.
• Author comprehensive, legally compliant line-item      cost scopes using Xactimate and advanced databases to ensure alignment      with organizational benchmarks.

ANDERSON GROUP INTERNATIONAL | Northern California
Regional Construction & Estimating Manager | Apr 2011 – Nov 2013

• Spearheaded fast-tracked regional commercial      estimating, design-build plan reviews, and budget tracking under tight      municipal constraints.
• $1.5 Million Facility Win: Delivered full quantity take-offs, subcontractor quote analysis,      and structural remediation estimation for the 1,000,000+ sq. ft. Cost      Plus World Market Hub, successfully returning the massive distribution      center to full operations in 60 days.
• $125K Institutional Win: Evaluated complex fire/smoke damage, established rapid emergency      budgets, and directed the expedited material and labor pricing models for      the Buck Meadows Hotel near Yosemite, CA, completing restoration      under 30 days.

UNITED SERVICES CONSTRUCTION AND RESTORATION SERVICES | Greater Sacramento Area
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Principal Estimator | Jan 2006 – Dec 2011

• Controlled financial underwriting, cost      engineering, and risk assessment workflows for a premier regional      reconstruction and major property mitigation firm.
• Monitored fiscal variances, developed accurate      cost-at-completion models, and directed value engineering parameters for      concurrent healthcare-adjacent and commercial properties.
• Managed a workforce of up to 250 personnel,      aligning labor costs, material requirements planning (MRP), and      specialized heavy equipment logistics with approved budgets.

AMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | Sacramento / San Francisco, CA Area
Construction Project & Estimating Manager | Nov 2001 – Jun 2006

• Developed line-item cost estimates, interpreted      architectural drawing packages, and executed accurate subcontractor      buyouts for healthcare, retail, and commercial facilities.
• Prepared rigid bid proposals clarified structural      and logistical site assumptions, and successfully mitigated project      cost-creep.

EARLY ESTIMATING & TRADES RECORD

• Production Operations Manager | Olympic Restoration (1998 – 2001) – Managed structural      damage insurance estimating, scope preparation, and field sequencing.
• Construction Estimating Manager | Certified Restoration / Golden State Construction (1993 – 1998)      – Handled property repair metrics, labor costing models, and municipal      permit draws.
• Journeyman & Field Lead | Painters & Tappers Union Local 3 (Member since 1985) –      Ground-level field training in blueprints, material yield metrics, and      safety enforcement.

EDUCATION

• Junior College, Construction Technology, Apprenticeship       Coursework & High School      Diploma – Washington High School

Your Interests. Your Vision. Your Peace of Mind.

Construction projects are complex, high-risk, and demanding—especially when navigating the high stakes of disaster recovery. Rebuilding after a crisis presents unique challenges, from complex insurance claims and strict California regulatory compliance to aggressive timelines.

We step in as your strategic partner and dedicated on-site advocate to bring certainty to this complex process. While general contractors focus on the physical build, we manage the big picture. We handle the daily operational chaos, contract negotiations, and site oversight to ensure total transparency, eliminate budget overruns, and prevent costly delays.

We report exclusively to you, defending your bottom line and your vision from groundbreaking to final completion. We handle the headaches so you can focus on rebuilding your future.  Place these four quick-scan pillars directly beneath the text to break down your exact value proposition:

• 🛡️ True Fiduciary Alignment – We report exclusively to you, never the general contractor or the insurance company.
• 🌪️ Disaster Recovery Experts – We specialize in navigating the chaotic aftermath of property damage, expediting timelines without sacrificing quality.
• 💰 Cost & Risk Prevention – We spot contract loopholes, hidden fees, and unfair change orders before they cost you money.
• 🐻 California Code Mastery – We understand strict local municipal codes, environmental regulations, and regional market pricing.

 A project construction manager oversees building projects from start to finish, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. They act as the central hub connecting clients, architects, subcontractors, and field workers to turn blueprints into finished structures.Here is a comprehensive list of skills and responsibilities to display your expertise on your website.Project Lifecycle & Planning

• Pre-construction planning: Developing project scopes, master schedules, and execution strategies.
• Feasibility assessment: Analyzing site conditions, zoning laws, and constructability reports.
• Phasing & sequencing: Organizing workflows to maximize field productivity and minimize delays.
• Resource scheduling: Allocating manpower, heavy machinery, and materials efficiently.
• Closeout management: Overseeing punch lists, final inspections, and building handovers.

Financial & Risk Management

• Cost estimation: Creating detailed conceptual estimates and hard-bid budgets.
• Value engineering: Optimizing design choices to lower costs without losing quality.
• Budget tracking: Monitoring cash flow, cost variances, and monthly contingency funds.
• Contract administration: Managing Lump Sum, GMP, and Cost-Plus agreement types.
• Change order mitigation: Evaluating, negotiating, and tracking scope changes to prevent overruns.
• Risk assessment: Identifying structural, environmental, and financial project hazards early.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Subcontractor procurement: Vetting, bidding, and awarding contracts to trade partners.
• Material logistics: Coordinating the timely delivery and secure storage of bulk supplies.
• Vendor management: Maintaining strategic relationships with regional material suppliers.
• Equipment fleet tracking: Managing the leasing and deployment of heavy site equipment.

Site Operations & Safety

• On-site supervision: Directing daily field operations and verifying trade performance.
• OSHA compliance: Enforcing strict zero-accident workplace safety policies.
• Quality assurance (QA/QC): Conducting rigorous inspections to guarantee structural integrity.
• Site logistics: Designing layouts for temporary utilities, staging areas, and crane paths.
• Erosion & environmental control: Implementing SWPPP and local eco-preservation rules.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Stakeholder liaison: Serving as the primary contact for owners, investors, and executives.
• RFI & Submittal management: Clarifying design ambiguities between field crews and architects.
• Cross-functional leadership: Unifying architects, engineers, and trade laborers toward one goal.
• Dispute resolution: Solving field conflicts quickly to maintain project momentum.
• Permit & zoning navigation: Securing municipal approvals, variances, and certificates of occupancy.

Technical Expertise

• BIM & VDC utilization: Navigating 3D models to detect structural clashes early.
• Construction software mastery: Utilizing platforms like Procore, Primavera P6, or Bluebeam.
• Green building practices: Executing sustainable builds in line with LEED standards.

 Disaster Recovery & Reconstruction Management
Your Independent Advocate in Post-Disaster Rebuilding.
Following a catastrophic property loss, you shouldn't have to navigate the chaotic intersection of insurance claims and construction alone. We provide an uncommon, specialized service: acting strictly as the Owner’s Representative and Recovery Rebuild Manager. We bridge the communication gap between insurance adjusters, mitigation teams, and restoration contractors to expedite your rebuild, protect your financial interests, and get your property back to pre-loss condition faster.  Property owners need to know exactly what an "Owner's Rep" does Post disaster. 

• Insurance & Adjuster Liaison: We speak the complex language of property insurance, reviewing scopes of work alongside adjusters to ensure no damage is overlooked.
• Restoration Contractor Vetting: We screen, hire, and manage restoration companies, holding them strictly accountable to high-quality standards and timeline milestones.
• Expedited Timeline Management: We actively eliminate the bureaucratic friction that causes post-disaster projects to stall for months.
• Xactimate & Estimate Auditing: We cross-reference contractor estimates with industry-standard pricing models to protect you from inflated costs or unapproved out-of-pocket expenses.
• Single-Point Coordination: We unify the mitigation, structural engineering, permitting, and final rebuilding phases into one seamless workflow. 
• The Insurance Conflict: Insurance adjusters represent the insurance company's bottom line. We represent yours.
• The Contractor Overload: Restoration companies are often overwhelmed during localized disasters, leading to delays. We enforce accountability to keep your project at the top of their priority list.
• Unbiased Advocacy: We do not sell insurance, and we do not swing hammers. Because we have no financial interest in the construction work itself, our only goal is to maximize your payout and speed up your timeline.

Our team of experts can provide consulting services to help you make informed decisions about your construction project. From feasibility studies to cost estimates, we're here to help.