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- 1. JOHNSON CHOPAMBA MSC, BSC(HONS) CBIFMEstates Planning Manager SUMMARY Results-driven, quality-focused Strategic Estates Planning Manager with extensive experience of leading and managing large estate portfolios. Expertise include planning and execution of Estates Strategies, Capex Investment and Opex budgets , Facilities Management, Whole life performance planning, Space Planning and Utilisation, Energy Management, Landlord/Tenant & other Occupational Arrangements, Risk Management, Health and Safety and Building Pathology, Facilities Management and an all rounder Property Management expert. Proven track record of achievement in concurrently directing multiple projects through to successful completion, managing large estate portfolios mostly in the Public Sector. Demonstrated strengths in maintaining the highest quality and standard of work and productivity, while adhering to tight schedules and budgets. Creative thinker and problem solver, able to make sound decisions and multitask to meet competing deadlines. Acknowledged for consistently delivering complex strategies, risk management and increasing quality through close monitoring and evaluation of workmanship. Property Management - Planning and Executing complex strategies, scheduling and coordinate all design and operational teams, including procurement, oversight of specialty teams and producing management reports. Client Relationship Management & Consultation– Work with key stakeholders; Governors, Senior Management Teams and Design Teams and served as a Client representative providing cost and project time line estimation consultation. Capital Investment Strategic Planning/ Execution Property Management Contract Negotiations, Procurement & Change Management Staff Leadership Commercial Real Estate & Landlord/ Tenant/ Lease Negotiation CPM Construction Scheduling & Contract Administration Forecasting & Cost Controls Building Maintenance Building Pathology Statutory Matters AutoCAD Drawing/Space Planning & Utilisation Facilities Management Risk Management Tactical Planning Scheduling Time Management Bid Proposals Manpower/Equipment Utilization Feasibility / Design & Quality Assurance Construction Site Safety Regulations Practice Management Safeguarding Feb 2014 - Jun 2016 Estates Planning Manager LTE Group Ltd. Leading on the data capture and reporting on the Property and Estates of the LTE Groups estate, with specific responsibility for managing estates based risks, procurement and compliance programmes. Analysing, maintaining, reviewing and reporting on the LTE Group’s responsibilities and legal obligations as an estate owner and landlord and to maintain, update, monitor and report the LTE Group’s estates based risk register. Keeping up to date on any changes to the external landscape, make recommendations and improvements on regulation and legal obligations of WORK HISTORY Manchester 07713385108 Johnson.chopamba@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/johnsonchopamba QUALIFICATIONS MSc Commercial Building Surveying BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. APC route to MRICS Membership complete Sept -16 Certified member of BFIM LANGUAGES English
- 2. the LTE Groupsestate, working with the LTE Group’s legal advisor to ensure these obligations are met and to ensure the Facilities Teams are aware of their responsibilities and actions are assigned and followed up. Actively supporting the Vice Principal – Planning and Performance in the management of LTE Groups estate and the Facilities Manager in the management of the TMC estate (land and buildings) and to manage the Estates Management Co-ordinator Teams. Oct 2009 - Feb 2014 Projects and Services Building Surveyor The Manchester College Led field teams including 4 foremen in the construction of civil engineering projects including power, gas, sewer, water, AWSS and paving of up to $250M. Competently and efficiently managed budgets of $20M - $80M. Proficiently liaised between Construction Manager, Project Manager and contractors and inspectors during inspection process. Reviewed and monitored building schedules and priorities to ensure projects progressed at expected pace. Ensured all materials, installations and constructions met specifications by competently managing inspection of materials and quality of work, promptly identifying issues, and present reports and recommendations to senior project managers. Work along side Site Engineer, General Contractor and Architect on inspection of projects and assist architect in preparing reports on areas requiring attention. Liaise and coordinate with relevant agencies to secure permits pertaining to projects. Managed scheduling of labor, material and equipment deliveries to ensure optimal productivity and cost efficiency. Competently complete all relevant paperwork and administration, such as contracts, and change orders. Mar 2005 - Apr 2006 Graduate Projects Manager Sefton Council Supervised state and public roadway project sites including operations such as grading, paving and concrete work, overseeing budgets of $1M. Managed a team of foremen, and subcontractors Carefully monitored work quality and scheduling to ensure project completion within agreed time frames. Apr 2004 - Feb 2005 Project Superintendent/Foreman John Sisk & Sons Construction Initially employed as foreman, gained promotion to Superintendent managing projects ranging from £50K to £1M for Refurbishments and design build projects. Reviewed and monitored building schedules and priorities to ensure projects progressed at expected pace. Liaised with clients to ascertain requirements and ensured constructions met their expectations. May 2004 - April 2006 Bsc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Liverpool John Moores University Focused on the factors that affect the procurement and construction of a building or structure over its complete life cycle, with particular emphasis on the economic, legal, financial and managerial considerations of the construction process. EDUCATION
- 3. May 2007 - April2009 Msc Commercial Building Surveying Liverpool John Moores University An awareness of technical, legal and management issues in the Commercial Building Industry. Proficiency in Professional and sound technical understanding of the issues to operate successfully in a strategic business environment. SKILLS Strategic Visioning Strategic vision and personal leadership skills that will contribute to success in crowded and complex markets. Organisational Strong organisation skills and an eye for detail Interest in and firm knowledge of the built environment Excellent IT skills, including knowledge of specific industry software's Analytically minded with strong problem solving Interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written Excellent people, project and time management Full UK Drivers licence 0 0 EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES & TRAINING MSc Commercial Building Surveying - Completed BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying - Completed Certified Member of the British Institute of Facilities Management CBFIM City & Guilds - AutoCAD City & Guilds - Institute of Leadership Management IOSH & NEBOSH Health & Safety MRICS - Building Surveying - to be completed September 2016 First Aid P405 Management of Asbestos in Buildings - Completed Project Management Prince 2 - Completed