Drew Ciciora

Experience

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  Lawrence Township Fire Department

  Jul 2008 - May 2012

  Firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician

  - Responsible for fire suppression duties necessary to save life and property; combating, extinguishing and preventing fires by rapidly and efficiently performing varied duties as required under emergency conditions (frequently involving considerable hazard). - Provided leadership and managed patient care under highly stressful emergency conditions.- Fire prevention, public education, vehicle and station maintenance under the supervision of a Captain, always focusing on providing the highest quality customer service.- As Engineer, managed / controlled firefighting team at Lawrence Township and Canal Fulton with complete responsibility for truck and fire fighting equipment. Show less

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  Jackson Township and Canal Fulton Fire Departments

  Jan 2011 - May 2012

  Firefighter / Emergency Medical Technician

  - Responsible for fire suppression duties necessary to save life and property; combating, extinguishing and preventing fires by rapidly and efficiently performing varied duties as required under emergency conditions (frequently involving considerable hazard). - Provided leadership and managed patient care under highly stressful emergency conditions.- Fire prevention, public education, vehicle and station maintenance under the supervision of a Captain, always focusing on providing the highest quality customer service. Show less

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  New Era Cap

  Jul 2012 - Jan 2017

  - Manage Logistics Coordinators working with international suppliers and international freight forwarders.- Directly manage and lead domestic distribution center on a daily basis for all ocean containers into the United States.- Manage multiple customer accounts through the distribution center for all types of incoterms domestically (FOB/DDP).- Continuously strive to lower shipping charges for our customers by consolidating shipments and finding best price LTL carriers.- Manage and route domestic drop shipments with multiple LTL carriers.- Route all domestic goods into the USA and direct drop ship to final customer.- Manage and route international air shipments into the United States, as well as domestically routing to drop ship customers.- Primary management contact with distribution partner (3PL) on a daily basis.- Drive continuous improvement internally with all supply chain contributors (sourcing, production, account managers and sales team).- Communicate daily with customers and internal customer service to update all stakeholders of sale order information.-“Close-out” all orders daily, through SAP, in order to invoice customer.- Provide weekly and quarterly reporting on all open DC/drop ship orders (when they will invoice, why they are open, and if orders will close before month closing).- Integral role member in progressing from a 3PL cross-dock/distribution center to a company managed cross-dock/distribution center.- Manage all drop ship orders domestically through newly managed cross-dock/distribution center.- Analyze fright/duty/distribution cost for margin erosion and continuous improvement on "lean" supply chain principles. Show less - Provide excellent service to both internal and external customers. - Respond to inquiries from international customers, international factories and freight forwarders to resolve issues and provide essential logistical information. - Work closely with multiple factories in China (Northern and Southern China), using multiple incoterms and arranging shipments in multiple international ports. - Prepare and proof required logistics documents accurately within the required time-frame, for both customers and customs purposes. - Analyze and evaluate transportation invoices to ensure freight and duty compliance and accuracy. - Work with customers using a variety of Incoterms. - Arrange domestic shipments with 3PL through a variety of modes including rail, cross-dock and drop ship. - Arrange and monitor shipments globally, using extensive knowledge of shipping requirements to destination countries (including, but not limited to the USA, Canada, Brazil, UK, France, Australia, China, Russia, Japan, Sweden, South Africa, Netherlands, New Zealand) - Identify customers who are DDP/FOB and arrange international shipments with freight forwarders. - Arrange and monitor shipments globally, using extensive knowledge of shipping requirements to destination countries. - Work closely with New Era freight forwarders, seeking the most cost effective shipping modes while quoting out shipments to the most cost and time effective freight forwarders. - Create and update daily reports with New Era freight forwarders to review and approve all air and ocean shipments. - Work directly with New Era production and sales to streamline supply chain. - Work daily with SAP and SNC to update orders, update shipping modes and invoice goods once shipped. Show less

  • Assistant Logistics Manager - Action Sports

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  • Logistics Coordinator

    Jul 2012 - Jan 2015
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  Western National Group

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2022

  - Oversee new construction projects and rehabilitation of existing apartment communities, interacting between the corporate office, the field and project ownership.- Team leader who hires and organizes the individuals and subcontractors necessary to complete the job and coordinates all schedules.- Ensure that the project moves forward in a timely, cost-effective manner, makes changes and adjustments, and completes the final inspections and reports for the project.- Responsible for overall project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting and control, while providing technical direction and ensuring compliance with quality standards.- Responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering all the areas of project management including Project Planning, Cost Management, Time Management, Quality Management, Contract Administration, and Safety Management.- Specific projects management of Seismic Retrofit of 18 separate properties. Within in a condensed time limit.- Hired, contracted and managed 4 structural engineering firms, two specialized seismic retrofitting sub contractors.- Assist S.E, in selection of moment frame/panels manufacturer design to best fit each location, property and ease of challenges to a active apartment complex without lose of rent/parking stalls.- Over 180 moment frames and panels erected. 80 separate buildings retrofitted.- Locations include multiple cities and jurisdiction, having to work with each municipality and their complexities. Show less -Direct overall construction (day-to-day) of projects by scheduling individual subcontractors in succession while meeting time limits to ensure a quality job is completed in the scheduled time.-Coordinate all site construction activities and supervise all field personnel as required to successfully complete projects on schedule within budget. -Ensure highest quality of work, supervising all trade and field personnel, while ensuring acceptable construction safety practices with all on-site activities. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Assistant Superintendent

    Jan 2017 - Dec 2018
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  Irvine Company

  Jan 2022 - Feb 2023

  Construction Manager
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  Western National Group

  Feb 2023 - now

  Project Manager

  • Managed compliance with SB 721 EEE law and oversaw certification process for 80+ properties within a tight deadline. • Inspected, designed, planned and completed construction on CASp and ADA projects on existing properties throughout the portfolio, 30+ properties, both multifamily and commercial. • Designed and implemented comprehensive strategies to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and completion of certifications. • Coordinated and managed a diverse team of general contractors, inspectors, and structural engineers to execute repairs and renovations across multiple properties. • Developed and maintained effective communication channels with stakeholders to provide regular updates on project progress and address any issues or concerns. • Successfully navigated challenges and resolved issues to ensure timely completion of certifications while upholding quality standards and safety regulations. • Completed certification of 80+ properties within 18 months, exceeding project goals and regulatory deadlines. • Demonstrated strong leadership and project management skills in coordinating a multi-disciplinary team and overcoming obstacles to achieve compliance. • Implemented cost-effective solutions and optimized resource allocation to maximize efficiency and meet project objectives. • Established a reputation for delivering high-quality results and maintaining compliance with SB 721 EEE law across all properties. Show less