JOHN A.

ORTEGA
2335 247TH STREET LOMITA, CALIFORNIA 90717
310.634.3610 / 310.891.3610 FAX: 310.891.3666
Top-performing, highly-motivated, and quality-oriented CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL with many years of experience and an
exceptionally strong track record of successfully leading a vast
range of construction projects to completion safely, on time, and
within or under budget. Honest, dependable and dedicated self-starter
with extensive hands-on, practical experience and thorough
understanding of all applicable codes and construction procedures.
Innovative strategic thinker with history of bringing many failing
projects to profitability and acquiring repeat work from clients.
Proven natural leader who leads by example with tireless work ethic
and outstanding attention to detail. Positive team player with
excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with all
levels of clients, employees, and vendors. Execution-minded
"go-getter" driven to far exceed expectations. Possesses advanced
abilities in Spanish.
CORE COMPETENCIES
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Extensive experience in all aspects of project and construction
management, including specification review, contractor selection,
specification compliance, project-work coordination and management,
coordination with DSA, project implementation, and project
documentation
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Managed work performed on wide variety of facilities, spearheaded
many safety procedures utilized by past employers, and mentored
fellow managers
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PROJECT MANAGER a" Lomita City Hall HVAC and Lighting Retrofit,
Lomita, California
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Implemented, coordinated, and managed project to successful
completion
PROJECT MANAGER a" Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles,
California
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Implemented and managed installation of Central Plant, HVAC, piping,
plumbing, and controls
PROJECT MANAGER a" Compton Unified School District Renovation,
Compton, California
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 Upgraded HVAC systems
COMMISSIONING AGENT FOR SOUTHERN CAL. EDISON, ENVEST a" County of
San Bernardino Renovation
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER a" West Basin Water Reclamation Facility, El
Segundo, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" Northern Sludge Waste Water Treatment Plant,
Mira Mar, California
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PROJECT MANAGER a" Intel Microchip Facility, Chandler, Arizona
PROJECT MANAGER a" Checkers Hotel, Los Angeles, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" University of California Irvine, Biological
Sciences Building, Irvine, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" University of California Irvine, Physical
Science Building, Irvine, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" University of California Irvine, Hitachi
Chemical Research Lab, Irvine, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" Irvine Medical Center, New Facility, Irvine,
California
PROJECT MANAGER a" Rancho Los Amigos Chiller Plant, Paramount,
California
PROJECT MANAGER a" Los Angeles County Jail, Los Angeles, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" Redwood City Police Department Expansion,
Redwood City, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" City of Everett Carrier Pier USN, Everett,
Washington
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER a" Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles,
California
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER a" Compton Unified School District Fire Alarm
System, Compton, California
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER a" Metropolitan Transportation Authority,
Solar Generation System, Gardena
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER a" Metropolitan Transportation Authority,
Solar Generation Syst., Los Angeles
PROJECT MANAGER a" Mira Loma Boys Camp, Lancaster, California
PROJECT MANAGER a" United States Marine Corp Logistics Base,
Barstow, California
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 Implemented and managed installation of Central Plant, HVAC, piping,
plumbing, and controls
PROJECT MANAGER a" United States Army Military Base at Fort Irwin,
Fort Irwin, California
EDUCATION
Associate of Science, Design Engineering a" Los Angeles Trade
Technical College
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES
Contractors State License, Class A, General Engineering a" State of
California
Contractors State License, Class B, General Building Contractor a"
State of California
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Certified
9200 Fire Lite System Certification a" Fire Lite Alarms, Inc.
9600 Fire Lite System Certification a" Fire Lite Alarms, Inc.
Home Improvement Certification (HIC)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE)