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MARIA FERNANDA SOLANO PALOMARES

Summary

Professional Architect & Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER SR.

PLEUS LED LIGHTING
Mexico City
09.2019 - Current
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Created accurate budgets based on resource requirements, allowing for optimal allocation of funds across all aspects of the projects.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
  • Focused on corporate and retail sector. Key accounts: Liverpool, Suburbia, JLL-Torre HSBC, Farmacias del Ahorro, among others.

Construction Project Manager

HOTELERA PLAYA MUJERES
Cancún, Quintana Roo
02.2018 - 09.2019
  • Construction of the Paradisus Playa Mujeres by Meliá Hotel.

60,000 m2, 498 rooms, amenities, and service areas.

  • Managed construction project from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
  • Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and designers to develop innovative solutions for complex construction challenges.
  • Solution to engineering conflicts and construction details.
  • In charge of Interior Design along with Niz+Chauvet.
  • Selection of FF&E and Look&Feel realization - Interior Design.
  • Integration of interior design with architectural project.
  • Warehouse logistics for the reception, distribution, and placement of each material.
  • In charge of research and project for Erosion Control and Artificial Reef for the protection of the beach and as an attraction for the hotel.

Architectural Project Manager

TERRACOTA ARQUITECTOS
Mexico City
04.2017 - 02.2018
  • Led interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring seamless integration of design elements.
  • Implemented innovative design solutions that resolved complex construction challenges without compromising aesthetics or functionality.
  • Coordination of all project stages.
  • Market study for feasibility.
  • Streamlined project timelines by effectively managing resources and coordinating with team members.
  • Preparation of descriptive reports for permits and licenses.
  • Development of executive projects.
  • Review of installations and structures with specialists.
  • Site supervision.
  • Dealing with residents and contractors. Progress control.
  • Legal support for Condominium Regime.
  • Residential projects of small and large scale.
  • Management of 10 projects simultaneously.

Project Team Leader

ESPAI ARQUITECTOS
Mexico City
08.2015 - 04.2017
  • Communicated project expectations to team members and stakeholders to set tone for high productivity level.
  • 3D modeling and renders.
  • Interior design with FF&E selection.
  • Direct communication with clients, suppliers, and contractors.
  • Site supervision.
  • Residential projects.

Junior Architect

BROU ARQUITECTOS
Mexico City
09.2013 - 08.2015
  • Designed and drafted project blueprints.
  • Developed innovative design concepts, contributing to successful architectural projects.
  • Participated in client meetings, presenting design ideas and addressing feedback effectively.
  • Collaborated with senior architects for efficient project completion and client satisfaction.
  • Site logistics.
  • Dealing with contractors, suppliers, and customers.
  • Residential building

Education

Certificate - Scrum Master Certification

UNIVERSIDAD DEL VALLE DE MÉXICO
Mexico, México, Mexico
04.2024

Certificate - International Certification Agile Management

UNIVERSIDAD DEL VALLE DE MEXICO
Mexico City, Mexico
09.2023

Certificate - Project Management Principles & Practices

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE
CALIFORNIA
09.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Architecture

UNIVERSIDAD IBEROAMERICANA
Mexico City, Mexico
05.2015

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Communications
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Risk Management
  • Scope Management
  • Agile Methodology & Tools
  • Team Bonding
  • Microsoft Office
  • MS Project
  • AutoCad
  • Sketchup

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

PROJECT MANAGER SR.

PLEUS LED LIGHTING
09.2019 - Current

Construction Project Manager

HOTELERA PLAYA MUJERES
02.2018 - 09.2019

Architectural Project Manager

TERRACOTA ARQUITECTOS
04.2017 - 02.2018

Project Team Leader

ESPAI ARQUITECTOS
08.2015 - 04.2017

Junior Architect

BROU ARQUITECTOS
09.2013 - 08.2015

Certificate - Scrum Master Certification

UNIVERSIDAD DEL VALLE DE MÉXICO

Certificate - International Certification Agile Management

UNIVERSIDAD DEL VALLE DE MEXICO

Certificate - Project Management Principles & Practices

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE

Bachelor's Degree - Architecture

UNIVERSIDAD IBEROAMERICANA
MARIA FERNANDA SOLANO PALOMARES