Amaury Genao

Experience

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  Turner Construction Company

  Jan 2008 - Feb 2017

  *Prepared & executed the M/WBE Program for the business unit based on established goals*Manage compliance with M/WBE reporting requirements*Direct a process to ensure the legitimacy of MWBE's*Facilitate introductions between majority subcontractors and minority subcontractors*Collaborate with procurement departments during pre-construction and during project buyout*Actively engage with local, community, federal, state, and city organizations*Research and analyze the impact of economic and social issues and trends facing the company*Provide information for proposals and participate in sales presentations for potential projects*Develop internal audits and reporting systems to measure the effectiveness of programs*Participate in business-related conferences; identify opportunities to present content and training*Developed and lead the delivery of the Turner School of Construction Management*Represent Turner at various community, business and educational events*Identified relevant and appropriate opportunities for the company’s participation in local events*Help identify appropriate staff to assist with the planning and execution of programs Show less *Coordinate with project staff for monthly updates on MBE/WBE participation*Conduct internal M/WBE compliance audits *Monitor the achievements of MBE/WBE participation*Work with subcontractors on projects to ensure compliance*Assist project in identifying M/W/LBE subcontractors and suppliers for bid opportunities *Assist the project staff in the implementation of the EEO reporting requirements *Coordinate M/WBE mentoring sessions with partners *Attend minority networking workshops, business expos, and others conferences*Develop strategies that increase the visibility of Turner's YouthForce 2020 program*Organize academic curriculums, scholarships, tracking & participation *Assess and evaluate schools for partnership opportunities*Manage our recruitment/ volunteer efforts with YF, ACE, PENCIL, SCA *Assist team with the coordination of our Turner School Construction Management Program*LEED Green Associate professor at Turner, Medgar Evers, York and City College Show less *Attend ICIP meetings with the City and with our subcontractors as required*Update extensive MBE/WBE database*Aid project staff in identifying prequalified/ certified SCA M/WBE subcontractors & suppliers*Help with the coordination & implementation of our Turner School Construction Management*Schedule subcontractor prequalification meetings with Purchasing*Assisted projects in identifying M/W/LBE subcontractors and suppliers for bid opportunities *Improved the visibility of our Monthly free OSHA Training sessions *Provide input and assist with our internal procurement events *Support Community Affairs Director with the implementation of our YouthForce 2020 Program*Implement external Community Affairs Initiatives events *Prepare and maintain all necessary records or reports *Provide day-to-day administrative tasks for the department Show less

  • Project MWBE/ EEO Coordinator

    Feb 2016 - Feb 2017

  • Community Affairs Coordinator

    Jan 2010 - Feb 2016

  • Community Affairs Administrator

    Jan 2008 - Dec 2009
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  EPIK (English Program in Korea)

  Feb 2017 - Sept 2020

  English Second Language Instructor

  *Conducted English classes in partnership with Korean teachers*Hosted English Language camps *Held English conversation classes for Korean staff*Created teaching curriculum for English language education*Assist in developing teaching materials for English language education*Assist with activities related to English language development *Coordinated meeting to review best teaching practices

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  Turner Construction Company

  Sept 2020 - now

  Manage development and implementation of Community & Citizenship programs and initiatives within business unit and external communities. Drive program results and manage continuous improvement efforts in alignment with business unit goals and Community and Citizenship strategic pillars.Key Responsibilities:• Communicate benefits of Community & Citizenship (C&C) across business unit (BU) departments to enable leadership to engage and promote C&C with BU and clients.• Create, manage, and implement strategic plan that aligns with BU goals.• Create supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion aligned with company vision.• Develop plan budget; manage and confirm with business unit senior leadership.• Manage analysis and interpretation of various metrics and stakeholder feedback to understand trends.• Partner with local, community, City, State, Federal, and other organizations to expand opportunities.• Manage and build trusted partnership with UBEs to openly discuss resources and upcoming projects.• Manage partnership with Procurement Department.o Lead Underrepresented Business Enterprises (UBE) programs to achieve established goals.o Understand utilization metrics to assist in identification of gaps and viable solutions.o Share knowledge of certified UBEs to provide advice on potential bidding opportunities.o Increase bid opportunities for qualified UBEs during pre-construction process and project buyout.o Build relationships with organizations that support UBE advancement, diversity, and inclusion.o Implement outreach events to foster relationships with UBEs in various capacities.• Reinforce positive culture and foster connectivity by creating opportunities for staff engagement.• Manage internal partnerships to ensure timely, measurable, and high-quality plan results. Show less *Assist in the identification of procurement problem areas and evaluation of goals*Initiating involvement with local organizations, community groups and service programs*Work with community, city, and state organizations to increase viable contractors*Identify and obtain certification status of all prequalified firms *Maintain a directory of diverse businesses that can be utilized by procurement*Providing ongoing assistance to jobsites for actual tracking and verification *Arrange in-house publicity of Miami’s UBE/ MWBE Program to improve awareness*Hold ongoing discussions with managers and employees reinforce diversity policies*Acting liaison between the company and compliance enforcement agencies*Serve as bridge between the Miami office and academic institutions (K-12) *Alignment of Business Developments pursuits with impacted communities Show less

  • Community & Citizenship Manager

    May 2023 - now

  • Sustainability Manager

    Mar 2023 - now

  • Community & Citizenship Sr. Coordinator

    Sept 2020 - Oct 2023