Ethel Beckford Richmond Elementary School

For the Ethel Beckford Richmond Elementary School project, executive oversight was provided for all phases of preconstruction, construction coordination, and project closeout. Responsibilities included leadership of comprehensive preconstruction services to ensure full alignment of project scope, design intent, budgetary constraints, and district requirements consistent with Miami-Dade County Public Schools standards.

Detailed cost estimating services were developed and managed throughout the preconstruction phase, including quantity takeoffs, trade-specific pricing analysis, and value engineering evaluations to support accurate budgeting and cost control. Logistics planning was implemented to coordinate site access, construction sequencing, material staging, and subcontractor activities within an active elementary school environment, with emphasis on safety, security, and minimizing disruption to ongoing school operations.

Client contract negotiations were conducted to define project scope, establish commercial terms, and ensure proper allocation of risk in accordance with public procurement requirements and institutional guidelines. Subcontractor and vendor procurement activities included competitive bidding, scope evaluation, bid leveling, and execution of trade agreements and purchase orders to ensure cost-effective and compliant project delivery.

Throughout construction, continuous budget oversight and financial management were maintained, including cost tracking, forecasting, and implementation of corrective measures to ensure adherence to approved funding limits. The operations team was directed to ensure efficient field execution, schedule compliance, and resolution of coordination challenges.

The project was successfully delivered through disciplined preconstruction planning, structured procurement, and effective operational management, resulting in a fully completed educational facility meeting all contractual, quality, and performance requirements.