1. Amanda Zook
3947 Linda Rd. Hilliard, OH 43026  614-309-9149  a.s.zook@gmail.com
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, PROJECT MANAGER
CORE COMPETENCIES
Real Estate Acquisitions  Market Analysis  Risk Management  Cost & Benefit Analysis  Financial
Analysis  Business Plan Development  Strategic Planning  Project Management  Property
Management  Facility Management Creative Thinking & Problem Solving
EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS
Project Manager, Real Estate Development  Raising Canes Ohio, Ltd.  2013 - Present
Highly knowledgeable Franchisor Real Estate Project Manager with broad and deep familiarity of markets and different property
types. Proven record of successful completion of multiple simultaneous projects up to permit ready. Vast understanding of the
Franchisor/Franchise development process. Natural and dedicated leader in leading and motivating partners to improve
efficiency and productivity. Successfully completed Strategic Planning for the Development Department so that the team
successfully attained organizational goals. Self-Motivated, devoted and enthusiastic person of which has gained extensive
knowledge in a short period of time.
 Accredited with pushing 15+ locations through the development process
 Responsible for identifying, evaluating and negotiating contracts/leases for all potential new restaurant locations.
 Prepared market studies, detailed demographic studies, review and evaluate proforma P&L, site presentation packets
and reports that meet company standards for approval by the Franchisor Real Estate Strategy Board
 Negotiate real estate transactions with property owners involving acquisition of property by easement, license, lease or
fee to accommodate parking, access, circulation and restaurant expansion needs (if applicable).
 Review all real estate documents with legal counsel
 Broker Management in select markets
 Establish and maintain project schedules and budgets
 Review project drawings/specifications in accordance with Prototype and Company Design Standards
 Coordination of Utility Companies
 Solely responsible for managing and overseeing the planning and entitlement process, including representation before
municipal and other regulatory boards
 Responsible for administrating design, construction and purchasing contracts, establishing scope, pricing, performance
and adherence to schedule and budget.
 Obtaining all necessary permits for the project(s) at hand
 Responsible of managing and reviewing all due diligence materials (phase I, phase II, geotechnical reports, zoning
investigations and more)
 Liaison between the Franchise and Franchisor on all aspects of the development - Coordinating Company Brand
standards so they are picked up in design and implemented in construction
 Manage the G.C. selection process along with regulatory site visits throughout the life of construction
 Strong communication with the Operations side of the company on project status and changes that affect the
restaurants NRO
 Property Manager & Facility Manager for 18+ properties located in Ohio. Assisting Operation Managers with repairs,
maintenance and warranty items.
 Developed a facility department for the company over a 6 month time frame. Putting in place best practices, training
materials, and preventative maintenance contracts. Built the financial plans for all existing and proposed restaurants in
the system.
Operational Manager & Marketing Manager  World of Beer  2012 – 2013
 Ran all social marketing for the WOB Columbus branch
Operational Manager, Bar Manager & Corporate Trainor  K.D.B.  2010 – 2012
 Trained a crew for a new Restaurant Opening in Jacksonville Florida
 Managed the Bar Operations for the venue including scheduling, training, inventory and day to day activities
COMPUTER SKILLS
MS Word  MS Excel (Advanced)  MS Project  MS Powerpoint  Prezi  Procore
EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering, Specialized in Construction & Structures, The Ohio State University
References can be provided upon request