
Gary J Vilim
Ross & Associates, LLC.
Extensive experience in all phases of comprehensive project management, emphasizing the complete construction of multimillion-dollar condos, school districts, and public housing projects. Superior skills in project presentations and delivery utilizing management techniques to successfully plan, design, and construct projects while controlling time and cost, and assuring quality for the project owner. Effectively manage a comprehensive array of services spanning all phases of the design and construction process – orchestrate services appropriate to the size, type, and complexity of the project and the needs of the owner. Implement a management framework within which the construction process may be carried out efficiently and effectively. Proven ability to consistently ensure the most productive, cost efficient, and highest quality solutions to construction needs – meeting stringent specifications, regulatory factors, and deadlines to get the job done.
EXPERIENCE:
Project Executive Ross & Associates LLC (2014 – Present)
Owners Representative Dunne Projects (2011- 2014) • Ultra High End Boutique Luxury Condominium construction projects in Tribeca, SOHO and West Village. The Developer only constructs residential buildings with a minimum price point of $4000 per square foot. This developer caters to an elite cliental with extremely high expectation. Specializes in European finishes, stone slabs, and cutting edge products.
Vice President Field Operations Renewal Construction LLC; Construction of Division Omni NY (2009 – 2011) • Supervised all field operations on multiple scatter Affordable housing project sites. Directed all senior project managers, project managers and superintendents in all aspects of work scope, i.e. Scheduling, subcontractor direction, requisitions, tenant interaction and tenant relations. Projects were predominately rehabilitation of occupied apartments, replacement of major mechanical infrastructure, replacement of structural components and Local law 11.
Project Executive Mega Contracting, Inc. (2006-2009) • Recruited back to this company to handle groundbreaking to completion and CO for luxury mid-rise, high rise condo construction, with each averaging from $10 million to $20 million…
Pre-Construction Consultant One Key LLC (2005-2006) • Conducted pre-construction consulting for high-rise midtown Manhattan hotels… • Dealt directly with the owner; performed feasibility studies covering schedules, cost estimates, and overall construction evaluation…
Senior Project Manager School Construction Consultants (2001-2005) • Successfully orchestrated multimillion-dollar construction projects of educational facilities – taking the projects from conception to bond evaluations, presentation to school boards, contract negotiations, and completion… • Projects included capital improvement programs for Long Island School Districts – a $228.6 million project for the Sachem School District, encompassing the construction of 18 facilities, a $106 million project for six facilities in the Farmingdale UFSD. Rockville Center UFSD $16 million project completed under budget. • Developed and implemented management plans that achieved the goals of the owner and the project within the budgetary and schedule parameters established by the plan – brought projects in on time and within budget…
Vice President RGR Contracting, Inc. (1997-2001) • Effectively managed numerous New York City Public Housing projects of up to $30 million, as well as some hospital construction work for the New York State Department of Mental Hygiene… • Recognized by the New York City Landmarks Conservatory & Commission as an Authorized Landmark Contractor…
Senior Project Manager Cosa Development Corp. (1993-1997) • Multiple New York City Public Housing projects of up to $10 million…
Project Manager Mega Contracting, Inc. (1991-1993) • Successfully managed the construction of educational facilities for the New York City School Construction Authority… General Superintendent, Building Maintenance/Construction New York City Dept. of Housing, Preservation & Development (1987-1991) • Oversaw construction of New York City owned public housing (multiple sites)…
Construction General Superintendent B.J. Interiors (1980-1987) • Handled both commercial/institutional and residential construction projects, including hospitals and high-end homes…
ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:
Effectively represent the project or business owner – interacting between owner, architects, engineers, and regulatory agencies – precisely evaluate owner and construction requirements… Translate often complex construction information to appeal to both the layman and sophisticated professional… Quickly identify, define, and solve construction problems… Control tight budgetary requirements and accurately monitor financial transactions/progress payments… Keep pace with all building/construction codes, regulatory factors, and the latest “state-of-the-art” materials, technologies, and methodologies… Closely oversee the design and construction processes to ensure that the owner’s quality goals are realized in the completed project.