GEORGE J.

TELENKO
3727 Hundred Oaks, San Antonio, Texas 78217 / Home: 210 656 4421 / E-mail:
gt10a39a4@westpost.net

PROJECT MANAGER
Solutions-focused, motivated professional with a comprehensive background in con
struction management, specializing in project management and facilities developm
ent. Successfully completes multi-million dollar projects on-time and under bud
get, while working under pressure in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Highly versatile; quickly masters new roles and responsibilities. Reputation fo
r integrity, dedication, and work ethic. Built career steadily while learning a
ll facets of construction business from ground up. Proficient in multiple langu
ages, including Vietnamese, German and Spanish.

CORE COMPETENCIES
a Cross-Functional Team Leadership a Estimating a Proactive Problem Solving
a Compliance & Safety a Negotiations a Budget Allocation
a Relationship Building a Cost-Saving Strategies a Scheduling

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hodges Development Services P.L.L.C., Dallas, Texas (2007-2010)
Project Manager
Maintained full accountability for handling a diverse range of day-to-day develo
pment projects in accordance with organizational goals. Applied strategic plann
ing, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving
critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Oversaw the const
ruction of a multimillion dollar theatre in Houston Texas, which had 19 screens,
an IMAX and numerous support areas including bars, a restaurant, concession, an
d self-serve areas. Demonstrated strong communications skills in facilitating t
he interface between construction contractor and the architectural design compan
y.
a Troubleshot and resolved complex issues, diligently approved cost changes, and
modified the implementation to minimize impacts on the project completion sched
ule.
a Collaborated directly with the owner and development staff of Harris County to
ensure the ongoing construction standards and correct identified deficiency.
Project Manager (2005-2010)
Strategically prioritized, planned, and coordinated projects to ensure on-time,
budget-compliant completion. Played a key role as the Project Manager of a mult
imillion dollar 100 acre Full Life Style Center Complex in San Antonio, Texas in
volving the major retail stores, restaurants, multiplex theatres, hotels, and re
sidential apartment complexes. Selected as the Best Retail Development in 2006
by the SanAntonio Business Journal. Diligently supported the company owner on a
ll activities including financial management and contractor scheduling. Oversaw
multiple simultaneous projects to maximize efficiency and achieve critical time
lines. Tracked and ensured the cost and timing impacts of all contract changes p
rior to implementation by contractors.
a Served as the key on-site general contractor in scheduling and managing the ac
tivities of all on site contractors by meeting weekly to coordinate contractor w
ork sequencing, implementation of construction changes, and completion dates.
a Actively collaborated with the City of San Antonio utility and construction st
andards inspectors in setting final inspection schedules and resolving deficienc
ies needed to meet city code standards
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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ZF Group NAO, Detroit, MI (2002-2005)

Project Manager
Successfully built and steered multiple teams to maximize performance in consist
ently completing projects on time and within budget in a fast-paced, time-sensit
ive environment requiring superior strategic planning, organization, and leaders
hip skills.
a Spearheaded a $26M expansion project to the ZF Group NAO Technical Center in D
etroit Michigan.
a Applied a strong comprehension and understanding of the design, construction,
contract administration and budget execution towards the expansion of more than
250,000 sq ft.
ZF Group NAO, Detroit, MI (2000-2002)
Facility Development / Project Manager
Supervised staff and led operations in support of the turnover of a new $23M tie
r 1 supplier assembly plant built in a Chicago Industrial Park that will provide
axle modules to Ford for their new 2005 Ford 500 and Freestyle vehicles. Led a
ll facets of site selection, plant design, construction, and facility start up a
ctivities for a 134,400 sq ft location. Ensured timely and accurate coordinatio
n of operational and support requirements of all the suppliers in the industrial
park for the Ford Millennium Program Management Team.
Career Note: Additional experience as a Facility Development / Project Manager
for ZF Group NAO, Plant Manager, Axle Module Assembly Plant for ZF Industries I
nc., Director of Defense Products of North America for ZF Industries Inc,
Chicago, Ill, Plant Manager, M1 Main Battle Tank Assembly Plant for the Depart
ment of the Army, Washington DC, and Commander of the Defense Contract Administr
ation Region which included Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and all of Canada.
EDUCATION
MBA, Engineering Management - University of Detroit, Detroit, Michigan
MS, Mechanical Engineering - Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan
BS, General Engineering - US Military Academy, West Point, New York

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Advanced Management Training, Productivity / SPC - University of Tennessee, Knox
ville, Tennessee
Management Training with Industry Program - Chrysler Corporation, Highland Park,
Michigan

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Windows 95/98/2000 / XP Prof; Microsoft Office 2007; Microsoft Projects 2003