Paula Hefferman
98 Topsail Rd., St. John's,NL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities, a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a positive attitude. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Project Management and Contract Admin experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals while managing budgets and monitoring project costs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Planner C
Government Of Newfoundland & Labrador
11.2023 - Current
- Participate in preparation of final tender documents and construction inspection for projects related to provision of materials for government facilities.
- Develop updated Project Management & Design Administration Manual (PMDA) for the purpose of presenting high quality standards, guidelines and instructions for the delivery of projects.
- Review development of detailed plans, specifications, and cost estimates for new construction and renovation work.
- Provide in-house consulting services for accessibility studies for existing and new construction projects.
- Develop customized solutions for unique client requests while maintaining adherence to established industry standards.
- Review buildings already in use to determine areas in need of improvement for current and future designs.
Architectural Engineering Technologist
Fougere Menchenton Architects
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Acted as lead consultants’ representative, at MUN Core Science Facility, ensuring level of construction and finish is acceptable
- Wrote specifications and produced tender documents
- Completed field inspections and prepared technical reports
- Reviewed and prepared shop drawings and layouts against code requirements such as National Building Code and NL Accessibility
- Created working drawings and models from architects' designs
- Ensured that designs coincided with building code regulations as well as accessibility regulations
- Coordinated with mechanical and electrical engineers to resolve construction conflicts
- Completed shop drawing reviews
- Created Architecture drawings using both Revit and AutoCAD
- Developed cost estimating spreadsheets to effectively estimate overall elemental costs
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Branch Manager/Project Manager
Coastal Entrance Solutions
06.2012 - 11.2015
- Managed accounts payable and receivable
- Coordinated scheduling of materials purchasing and shipping, budgets and daily expenses related to efficiently running an office
- Consulted with clients, vendors, and construction foremen to review and formulate estimates and resolve issues
- Analyzed blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
- Calculated estimates for tender submissions
- Conferred with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
- Prepared billing and ensured all invoices were correct and up to date
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
Estimator/Locksmith
Interex Systems
06.1996 - 06.2012
- Prepared door, hardware schedules and product samples for shop drawing submission
- Calculated accurate costs for project-specific goods and services by gathering information from team members, sub-contractors and vendors
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements to create proposals and process work orders
- Conducted site visits and provided recommendations and informed advice regarding door and hardware choices
- Communicated with builders and contractors on residential and commercial projects to answer questions and deliver status updates
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget
- Installed pressed steel frames, commercial doors and door hardware
- Keyed cylinders and created master key systems for clients.
Education
Architectural Engineering Technologist (AET) -
College Of The North Atlantic
St. John's, NL04.2020
Door Hardware Institute -
(DHI)
Locksmith Diploma -
ICS
06.1997
High School Diploma -
St. Anne's Academy
Dunville, NLSkills
- Comprehensive knowledge of specifications, fire and building codes
- In depth knowledge of NL Accessibility Act
- Very proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
- Extensive knowledge of doors and hardware
- Well organized and exceptional document control
- Competent professional, punctual, available and willing to work overtime to complete projects
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and Excel
- Detail oriented
- Broad knowledge of estimating and tendering processes
- Valid Class 05 Drivers license and clean drivers abstract
- WHMIS 2015
- Eligible for registration with AETTNL as professional technologist
- Budget Control
- Contract Administration
References
References upon request.
Timeline
Program Planner C
Government Of Newfoundland & Labrador
11.2023 - Current
Architectural Engineering Technologist
Fougere Menchenton Architects
03.2020 - 11.2023
Branch Manager/Project Manager
Coastal Entrance Solutions
06.2012 - 11.2015
Estimator/Locksmith
Interex Systems
06.1996 - 06.2012
Architectural Engineering Technologist (AET) -
College Of The North Atlantic
Door Hardware Institute -
(DHI)
Locksmith Diploma -
ICS
High School Diploma -
St. Anne's Academy
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